Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port (Skip The Line)

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Kusadasi, Turkey

Great choice

10+ bookings last month.

4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Patricia_D ·

Oct 2025

This tour is outstanding. The van is an impeccable mercedes and the driver is great. Gufte our guide is EXTREMELY knowledgeable about the history of Ephesus, the Virign Mary's home and Artimes temple. She gave us ample time to photo and options for additional stops. We had a lovely lunch at family owned restaurant. Don't miss this tour, it's sublime. Take good tip money, she and the driver deserve it!

· Frank_N ·

Jul 2026

Great. Small group and our guide Gufte was flexible and we enjoyed some small side trips. Ephesus is worth seeing although supposed home of Mary less so. Seemed mostly like a time filler and the time can probably be put to better use. Our guide helped us with that. She knew here way around and made the trip so much more interesting.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the divine world of one of Turkey's most revered sites with this Ephesus tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port. Take a journey back to ancient times and explore famous landmarks like The Great Theatre, Celsus Library, and Temple of Hadrian. Pray at the Holy Shrine of Mother Mary for inner peace, admire the once-mighty Temple of Artemis, walk along marble streets where St. Paul preached, all while soaking up the glorious views your guide reveals.

Visit one of the most important biblical sites in Turkey
Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, its temple, theater and Roman bath
Take photos of the ruins as your guide leads you to the best spots
Comfortable, air-conditioned transfers with hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Included

ON TIME return GUARANTEE
Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Local Taxes
Parking Fees

Drinks on lunch.
Lunch
Entrance Fees to the sites

$60.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Free pickup is available from Kusadasi Port, hotels in the Kusadasi area, the Selcuk Ephesus area, and Kusadasi Setur Marina. Please contact us after booking your tour to confirm the pickup time and location.

Meeting point

Ege Ports
Camikebir, Liman Cd. No:10, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
We will meet you at the port upon your arrival. Please provide us with your cruise ship details so we can confirm your pick-up time and share the contact information of your tour guide. If you need to arrange a different meeting point, please get in touch with us.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours

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Itinerary

Selcuk (Pass By)

The House of the Virgin Mary

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Ancient City

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Terrace Houses

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Experience Museum

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Selçuk

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (Pass By)

Kusadasi (Pass By)

Port Kusadasi Turkey (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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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

4.9

based on 43 reviews

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Ephesus with Gufte

Frank_N, Jul 2026

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Dear Frank, Thank you for your feedback! Having the flexibility to shape the day's pace makes all the difference, and we are glad Gufte helped you navigate the itinerary to get the absolute most out of your time in Ephesus. Wish you smooth travels ahead. Warm regards, Puerto Travel Team

Excellent Experiential Tourism Experience

Jacob_R, Jul 2026

Gufte was an excellent guide. Very knowledgable and happy to answer all questions. She took her time showing us around the primary tourist sites but also offered to show us additional destinations that offered authentic cultural experiences.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Dear Jacob, Thank you for your review! Ephesus is full of history, and pairing the main sites with authentic local stops is always the best way to get a real feel for Turkish culture. We are glad Gufte made the day so engaging for you. Wish you smooth travels ahead. Warm regards, Puerto Travel Team

Cannot be beat small group experience

KARL_B, Jun 2026

What an experience!! Travel guide, Gufte, met us at the port and escorted us to our transportation where she outlined our day. She was very knowledgeable and gave us personal time to explore at each stop. Good idea to bring an umbrella and lots of water. You also have plenty. Of places to purchase. Gufte has 12 years of experience and knows all the tricks of the trade. She was amazing. Our driver was also excellent and they both made the experience extremely enjoyable.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Karl, We are thrilled that Gufte’s seasoned professionalism and our team's dedication made your day so seamless. Striking the perfect balance between insightful guidance and giving our guests the freedom to explore at their own pace is exactly what we strive for. We look forward to welcoming you back for more incredible journeys across Turkey! Warm regards, Puerto Travel Team

Ephasus tour is a great wonder

Kieran_O, Jun 2026

Firstly, great communication with the tour operator, watts app messages on meeting place, time etc was really helpful. Our tour guide Octavious was so knowledgeable about absolutely everything Ephasus, the area, the history, the Virgin Marys house and of course the ruins at Ephasus, he was such a good orator it was an easy listen! We were taken in a luxury 16 seater bus, very comfortable with air con. I would highly recommend this tour

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Dear Kieran, Thank you for this highly detailed and positive review! We are so glad that our WhatsApp communication helped you start the day smoothly, and that you enjoyed Octavious's incredible knowledge and the comfort of our luxury bus. It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Turkey for more great travel routes in the future! Warm regards, Puerto Travel Team

Worth every cent!!! So inexpensive! Choose this one!!! 1000% recommend!!!

Christine_K, May 2026

Absolutely 100000% recommend!!! Guide was exceptional!!! (And there were 4 of us.) He was personable, insanely knowledgeable, kind, patient, helpful and funny. Also, very well organized! And oh my goodness this tour was sooo sooo inexpensive compared to what we paid in other countries for a private driver & tour guide!! Worth every cent!!! Choose this one!!! You won’t regret it!!! Thank you again to our guide Huseyin and our driver!!! And the person that coordinated this with me from their company (Puerto Travel). Great great communication! 1000 stars!!!

Response from Host, May 2026

Hi Christine, thank you for the 1000-star review! We are absolutely thrilled that our coordination team, Hüseyin, and our driver made everything smooth, organized, and memorable for the four of us. We hope to see you again! Puerto Travel Team

Ephesus with Gufte as a guide

Linda_B, May 2026

Great trip - very relaxed and informative. Gufte our guide was great, we had time to explore and take in the historic sights and knowledge gained. We definitely recommend

Response from Host, May 2026

Hi Linda, thank you for your recommendation! We are so glad you enjoyed a relaxed pace to soak in the history with Gufte. We hope to see you again! Puerto Travel Team

A great experience , highly recommended.

Mario_R, Apr 2026

Ephesus was a great experience. We were met near the ship by our tour guide; Huseyin. It was easy to find him with our name on a sign. We were given enough time at each sites we visited, and his description of the history of Ephesus permitted us to assimilate a wonderfull experience of this old city. His professionalism was appreciated and he answered all of our questions with ease. I highly recommend this tour. Thank you again Huseyin.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Mario, Thank you so much for the great review! We are delighted that you had a wonderful experience right from the moment you stepped off your ship. It is fantastic to know that Huseyin’s professionalism and historical insights made your visit to Ephesus truly special. Warm Regards, Puerto Travel Team

Best tour of our Greece visit

Patricia_D, Oct 2025

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Dear Patricia, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and appreciated both the comfort and the historical insight along the way. It’s wonderful that the day left such a positive impression on you. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another visit to Turkey. Warm regards, Puerto Travel Team

Incredible Ephesus Tour with Ahmet

Cassandra_C, Aug 2025

We had the most amazing day on our Ephesus tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port with our guide, Ahmet. From the very beginning, he tailored the experience to our interests, and his knowledge of history, archaeology, cultures, and languages was so impressive. His English is excellent, and he made everything easy to understand and engaging. What really stood out was how thoughtful he was—he arranged for us to be dropped at the top of the site so we could walk downhill (a huge advantage in the summer heat while others were struggling uphill). He always found a shady spot to share stories, making the tour both comfortable and fascinating. We also enjoyed a special stop for Turkish tea and a traditional coffee reading, which made the day feel even more authentic and personal. We learned so much and came away with a greater appreciation and understanding of Turkey—a stop we had originally thought about skipping. Ahmet made it unforgettable. He is personable, easygoing, and went out of his way to make the tour enjoyable and stress-free. Highly recommend this tour—and especially Ahmet—as your guide in Ephesus!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Cassandra, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad your Ephesus tour turned into such a special and memorable experience. It means a lot to know you enjoyed both the history and the personal touches along the way. We’d love to welcome you back to Turkey anytime! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Excellent Tour and Excellent tour guide

John_H, Aug 2025

Very interesting to see the ancient ruins and to hear about it's history. Our tour guide was amazing. Gufte Kilic took time to really explain the history. She was also fun to be to with and helped us a lot.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Hi John, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the ancient ruins and learning about their history. It’s wonderful that Gufte made the day both informative and fun for you. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again on another adventure in Turkey. Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Good guide makes all the difference

Aaron_K, Oct 2024

Ephesus is crowded but a good private guide brought it to life. Gufta was great! The people we met were warm and welcoming.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Aaron, Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad to hear that your time in Ephesus was enjoyable and that Güfte helped bring the site to life. It’s always a pleasure to welcome warm travelers like you to Turkey! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Wonderful Trip

Sara_M, Jun 2024

Our amazing guide (Tylan) met us at the cruise port, as scheduled. We were then met by a driver in a new, clean, air-conditioned vehicle. We learned lots of great information about Turkey as we drove to the various sights included on the tour. The best part of the tour was seeing the ancient ruined city of Ephesus. My husband and I learned so much! We also traveled with our 11-year-old son. After seeing the sights, we had lunch at a buffet restaurant. The variety and quality of food were outstanding! We really enjoyed ourselves. Our guide was very engaged with us and encouraged us to ask a lot of questions. We arrived back to the cruise port in plenty of time for its departure. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Kudasi/Ephesus. If you can request a specific guide, try to book with Tylan. Very energetic guide, spoke perfect English.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Sara, Thank you for your wonderful review and for sharing such a detailed account of your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that Tylan made your visit to Ephesus enjoyable, informative, and stress-free for both you and your family. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again on a future journey through Turkiye! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Not happy

Edgardo_G, Jun 2024

Tour guide did not kept the tour itinerary. Take us to some tourist trap, not detail on tour and due to time where not able to visit the most important stop, the Ephesus ruins. Upon tour confirmation, they mention that entre fee was not included, but never mention how much where they at the different schedule stops.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the tour did not fully meet your expectations. We truly value your input, as it helps us improve and provide a better experience for all our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and offer a more enjoyable visit in the future. Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Ephesus guided tour

James_M, May 2024

Ephesus was a great place to visit, our tour guide Gufte, met us as arranged at the port terminal and was very helpful, the history and information we received is essential to understand Ephesus Our extra visit to Turkish Delight shop was nice , and an interesting visit to a carpet makers

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear James, Thank you for your review and for choosing to explore Ephesus with us. We're glad to hear that Güfte made your visit both informative and enjoyable. It's always a pleasure to share the cultural richness of our region — including a few sweet and traditional stops along the way! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Excellent tour

Mai_N, Oct 2023

We had a great time with Gufte! She was knowledgeable, informative, and made sure we had an enjoyable experience. A great experience overall.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Mai, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had a great time with Güfte and that she made your experience both enjoyable and informative. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Ephesus from Cruise Port

Derek_E, Aug 2022

Amazing tour of Ephesus, House of Mary and buffet lunch included. Gufte was very informative and friendly. Only ended up with us in a tour of 5 people in a lovely new mini bus. Thank you Puerto Kisadasi and Gufte

Best Tour guide EVER!!

Linda_J, Jul 2022

This was the BEST tour, with the best tour guide Ever!! The whole experience felt like a private tour without the price! Gufte was our guide and a local with so much knowledge of every stop. Gufte was well known by all stops which was to our advantage since we were welcomed and treated to additional treats. Our tour included additional stops which only a local would be familiar with. This tour included the best of Everything! I highly recommend this tour and ask to be scheduled with Gufte to receive the best day EVER!!

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Linda, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your day with Güfte exceeded expectations and felt so personal and special. Her local knowledge, warm connections, and passion for sharing the best of Ephesus truly make all the difference. We’re honored to have been a part of your unforgettable experience and truly appreciate your enthusiastic recommendation! Warmest regards, Puerto Travel Team

Excellent Tour, Even Better Tour Guide.

Thomas_E, Jun 2022

The tour included the home that has been said to be the home of Mary the mother of Jesus. It is in a secluded area so it is extremely well preserved. The ruins in Ephesus were very interesting with stone inscripted with the symbol of a pharmacy, Medusa, and Sampson.

Response from Host, May 2025

Dear Thomas, Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the historical depth of the tour and the unique details throughout Ephesus. It’s always a privilege to share these remarkable sites, and we're happy they left a lasting impression. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another journey through Turkey! Best regards, Puerto Travel Team

Excelente

ximena_e, Jul 2026

Es una experiencia súper completa. Para ir en crucero es ideal porque te buscan por el puerto. Nuestro guía se llamaba Hussein. Un muchacho muy amable y paciente. Quedamos muy felices con el. Nos tuvo mucha paciencia en vista que íbamos con 6 niños menores de 7 años. Nos hizo el tour un poco express bajo nuestra petición pero no dejó nada sin decirnos. Realmente una experiencia completa y valiosa!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Estimada Ximena, ¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Manejar un recorrido con seis niños pequeños requiere un ritmo muy flexible, y nos alegra mucho que Hüseyin adaptara el itinerario para que su familia disfrutara de un día perfecto. Le deseamos excelentes viajes por delante. Atentamente, Puerto Travel Team