From Ephesus Cruise Port: Private Guided Customized Excursion

Recommended by 90% of travelers

Kusadasi, Turkey

4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Explore all the Ephesus sites that interest you most on this flexible private tour. Start your adventure with pickup from your hotel or cruise port, and travel with a personal driver-guide who helps you craft the perfect itinerary. Go from the ancient city of Ephesus to religious sites and traditional Turkish villages, or visit the many beaches and parks on offer—the choice is yours.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Ephesus on this flexible tour
Hotel or port pickup and drop-off included for convenience
Swap the typical tourist routes for a fully customizable itinerary
Forgo the large groups and enjoy personalized attention from your private guide

What's Included

Licensed Local Tour Guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Private transportation
Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Drinks
Entrance fees
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

You are guaranteed to arrive back at your ship on time, without ever feeling rushed. Enjoy peace of mind with our “don’t port, don’t pay” policy, so you never have to worry about paying for a trip you can’t take.

Itinerary

Start the day at a time that’s convenient for you, meeting your private driver-guide at the cruise port or your hotel. With expert local knowledge, the guide can help you plan a day of exploring, choosing only the places that appeal to you.

If you want to explore Ephesus’ ancient history, head to the Greco-Roman city that’s now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and see excavations that include Roman baths, theaters, a library, and temples. Many of the artifacts from the ancient city of Ephesus are now at the Ephesus Archeological Museum, where exhibits feature statues, frescoes, and art.

Take in the area’s biblical history at the Basilica of Saint John and the House of the Virgin Mary, or see the remains of the Temple of Artemis, once a “Wonder of the Ancient World.” There are a plethora of water parks, beaches, parks, and scuba diving for outdoor enthusiasts.

At the end of this flexible day in Ephesus, your guide will drop you off at your original departure point.

Basilica of St. John

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The House of the Virgin Mary

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Ancient City

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Temple of Artemis

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
Children must be accompanied by an adult
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 10 reviews

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doreen_t, Sep 2025

We couldn't find exactly what we wanted to do for this day in port so going though Viator we were able to customize our day. Our Guide I believe was Rabia, been over 2 weeks so I forgot, but she was a local and absolutely amazing. we had the most incredible day with her. we started our getting picked up in a private VIP limo van which was completely unexpected. We had a driver and our guide. She knew when and where to go to avoid the crowds. we started our day in little remote mountain village that was just amazing, then to Esphesus and when we arrived it was not busy as she stated. then we had homemade local foods and ice cream. amazing day and she was friendly and very knowledgeable . I would highly recommend this site and our guide.

Amazing tour of Kusadasi

Julia_C, Jun 2024

Our tour of Kusadasi and Ephesus was absolutely amazing!! So much rich history and culture. Our teens absolutely loved it as did we! We would highly recommend this tour!!

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Hello Dear Julia, Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your teens had such an amazing time exploring the rich history and culture of Kusadasi and Ephesus. It’s wonderful to know that the tour left a lasting impression on your family. Your recommendation means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure soon! Warmest Regards

Best tour guide

Rick_A, Oct 2023

We had a wonderful time with the best tour guide Nafia. She went above an beyond in helping us find a cell phone. She is very clever and networked so she had her friends helping and us find the phone and they did. As far as the tour she to us to a local village with a delicious local cuisine. Just what we were looking for. Her knowledge, help and understanding was first rate. We can’t say enough good things about Nafia The best !!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Rick, We are so happy to hear that you had a good time with our tour guide(Nafia) and services. We hope we can welcome you again in our beautiful country. Warm regards.

Stunning Ephesus, expert guide

Rebekah_F, Jul 2023

Ephesus and the nearby sites were stunning in the quality and quantity of what is preserved, and in their significance in how they connect to ancient history and the Christian faith. Filiz was our guide, and she was wonderful. She was very well-spoken and knew a tremendous amount of history. She is genuinely devoted to her role as a guide, and it suits her very well. She was kind and sensitive to the needs of my elderly mother, especially as we went during a time that was very hot. We enjoyed a wonderful lunch before seeing the artistry of the carpet-makers, which was very impressive. We did end up purchasing some small rugs; they are not inexpensive, but they are works of art and craftsmanship, and they will be beautiful reminders of our time there. Many thanks to Filiz for her hospitality.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Hello Rebekah, It was a pleasure to us welcome you and your estemeed guests in our country. We hope we can welcome you again and make you feel at home in our services again.. Warmest regards.

Private Tour close to Ephesus area

Michelle_P, Jun 2023

The tour was quite good and informative. House of Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John and Sirince village. It was a little challenging finding our guide outside, but once we met up, all went well.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Dear Michelle, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review and to share your recent experience with our company. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip with Ada Vegas Travel. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to welcoming you on your next trip in the very near future. Warmest Regards

Annoyed by the tour guide

Mary_D, Jun 2023

The tour guide kept pushing us to stop by a business to taste Turkish delights when I stated that I just wanted to visit two sites. I'm pretty sure they get a commission on any goods that are purchased by customers. I booked this "tour" because the ads stated that I could have car seats for babies/toddlers. I even got confirmation from the vendor that they'll provide carseats. The day of the tour, zero carseats were provided (we had 3 babies with us ). According to the tour guide, no tour vendors provide this. This is false advertising.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Dear Mary, Thank you for your feedbacks. Your views are very informative for us. On the tour day guide's have no chance to arrange the carseat for the babies. I wish you had informed us day before your tour when we reach you for the information about your tour or e-mailed us. I hope we can welcome you again in our beautiful country. Kind regards.

Best way to tour.

Michelle_B, May 2023

This is the way to go to avoid large groups and traveling with slow walkers or people who would rather use the restroom than see the sights. Our guide was an expert on the area and was born and raised in Turkey.

Response from Host, May 2023

Dear Michell, Thank you for taking the time to get in touch with us to share your recent experience with our company. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip with Ada Vegas Travel. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to welcoming you on your next trip in the very near future. Warmest Regards

Our private guide Ilker, was...

Charlene_B, Sep 2016

Our private guide Ilker, was excellent. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable, he was fun to be with. My husband and I had been there twice before, but he was by far our best guide. He made suggestions as to places we might enjoy, but definitely took us to the ones of our choosing. Thanks for a great tour!

Response from Host, May 2022

Dear Charl... Thank you for writing a great review for us! It was a pleasure for us! We hope to welcome you again Warm R.

A great private tour of all the...

Melanie W, Jul 2016

A great private tour of all the cultural sites! A personal driver and van took us to all of the world heritage sites and more! Metin Y. our guide was extremely nice, knowledgable, and attentive and answered all our questions and then some! A perfect day!

Response from Host, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch with us to share your recent experience with our company. It's a great pleasure for us to hear that you enjoyed your trip with Ada Vegas Travel. Your feedback always motivates us to serve you better. We are looking forward to welcoming you on your next trip in the very near future.