Private Ephesus Tour from Cruise Port - Lunch & Skip The Lines

Selçuk, Turkey

5 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the highlights of Ephesus and its surrounding attractions - stress-free - on a private day tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port. You set the pace as you explore the ancient city's iconic attractions, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the terrace houses. Throughout the excursion, you'll enjoy live, illuminating commentary that takes you beyond the guidebook and 2,000 years into the past.

Get the personalized experience of a private tour in Turkey
Make the most of your limited time on dry land
Take a break from the cruise ship crowds
Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Turkey

What's Included

Bottle of water
Full Insurance For The Duration Of The Tour.
Professional Tour Guide.
Round Trip Transfer In Luxurious Vehicles.
Lunch

Personal Expenses.
Gratuity
Beverages
Entrance Fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Kusadasi (Ephesus) Cruise Port

Pickup details

We pick up guests from Kusadasi Cruise Port. The professional tour guide will be waiting for guests with the name sign in front of the terminal building's exit gate

Itinerary

The House of the Virgin Mary

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Ancient City

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Basilica of St. John

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Temple of Artemis

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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.

Reviews

5.0

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Wonderful tour! We...

Valerie_D, Sep 2025

Wonderful tour! We enjoyed learning about ancient Ephesus, modern Turkey and the rich culture of the area. Our tour guide Senem was excellent! She provided a wealth of information, pointed out important sites and artifacts and was very attentive to her clients’ needs and requests. We particularly enjoyed walking through ancient Ephesus and relaxing later over the delicious Turkish luncheon. Thanks for a fantastic tour experience!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning about ancient Ephesus, modern Türkiye, and the rich culture of the region. It’s especially rewarding to know that Senem’s knowledge, attention to detail, and care for her guests helped make your experience so enjoyable. We’re also glad you had the chance to explore the fascinating ruins of Ephesus and relax afterward with a delicious Turkish lunch. Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you again with Neopolis Travel!

Excellent tour

Bernadette_M, Sep 2023

Tour was amazing went to all the highlights of the island. Kai gave us so much information about all the sights and it also included a delicious lunch. Driver and Kai were very polite and friendly. Vehicle was so clean and comfortable. Highly recommend this tour.

A great day in Ephesus!

braleyjulie, Jun 2023

Nafia was a wonderful guide. The driver and she picked us up at the cruise port. She was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of information that added to our understanding and enjoyment of the day. She was very easy to understand and friendly. She didn't waste time but also was flexible in meeting our needs.