Private Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers Only
- 5 to 6 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
- Explore remarkable and historical sites in Ephesus with a tour guide
- View different displays of craftsmanship at a local pottery workshop
- Visit a carpet village, where you’ll see Turkish carpet and enjoy lunch
- Tour a pottery store, leather store, and carpet store for shopping
What's Included
- PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences
- PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture
- LUNCH IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, Enjoy a peaceful meal with authentic flavors in a serene rural setting.
- PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
- PARKING FEES, all parking fees are included in the tour price, for your convenience
- GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN, ensuring cruise passengers return on time for their departure schedule.
- CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as detailed in the itinerary.
- TO SKIP TICKET LINES, ask your guide to arrange tickets; pay the fee in cash to your guide.
- Gratuities fro the guide and the driver
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance Fees to the Museums and any Sites
- Beverages During Lunch
- Entrance fee - Ephesus€40.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
- Kuşadası Port TürkiyeCamikebir, Feribot Limanı, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
Pickup details
MEETING POINT: Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise passengers ---------------------------------- This tour is exclusively designed for cruise passengers, ensuring a tailored experience for those arriving at Kuşadası Cruise Port. Please note that bookings from hotel guests cannot be accommodated, as this tour is specifically curated to meet the needs and schedules of cruise travelers. ---------------------------------- EXLUSIVE PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOUR PARTY ONLY - NO SHARING WITH OTHER GROUPS! ---------------------------------- Enjoy a personalized journey tailored to your party. Want to make it even more enjoyable? Invite friends or cruise travelers to join and explore Ephesus together on your terms with flexibility and comfort. ---------------------------------- FOR CRUISE GUEST! ---------------------------------- We highly recommend meeting at the port approximately 30 minutes after your ship docks to avoid crowds, and the afternoon heat. Meeting early ensures a more enjoyable and relaxed tour of Ephesus. ---------------------------------- WE GUARANTEE ON-TIME RETURN TO YOUR SHIP. ---------------------------------- ADVANTAGES OF PRIVATE TOURS OVER GROUP OR BUS TOURS ---------------------------------- A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPURTUNITY: Your visit to Ephesus may be a unique experience. A private tour allows you to make the most of it with a personalized itinerary. ---------------------------------- FLEXIBLE AND PERSONALIZED SCHEDULE: Unlike group tours, private tours give you full control over what to see, when to start, and when to conclude. You set the pace, ensuring a tour tailored to your interests. ---------------------------------- DEDICATED ATTENTION: In private tours, the guide focuses entirely on you and your group, ensuring you don’t miss any fascinating details or key highlights. ---------------------------------- NO WAITING OR DELAYS: You won’t have to wait for large groups to gather or stop for unforeseen situations. Private tours keep the experience seamless and efficient. ---------------------------------- EXCLUSIVE COMFORT: Enjoy your own Van and expert local tour guide without the need to share with others. ---------------------------------- HASSLE-FREE EXPERIENCE: Your guide will handle tickets and entry arrangements, saving you time and effort while you focus on enjoying the ruins and museums. ---------------------------------- OPTIMAL LEARNING AND INTERACTION: Private tours provide better opportunities to ask questions, hear the guide clearly, and engage deeply with the history and culture of Ephesus.
Itinerary
Kusadasi
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)
Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (Pass By)
Ephesus Ancient City
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Anadolu Rug
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Populer Leather
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Celsus Ceramic
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Optimize Your Cruise Tour Experience – Meet Your Guide at the Perfect Time! For CRUISE GUEST, we recommend meeting your guide at the port promptly for a seamless and enjoyable tour. If your ship arrives before 7:00 AM, plan to meet at 7:45 AM. For later arrivals, aim to meet 30–45 minutes after docking. This ideal timing helps you avoid crowds from other cruise ships, escape the midday heat, and enjoy your tour comfortably, as much of it takes place in open areas. Start your Tour stress-free and make the most of your visit!
- After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
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