Best of Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi Port | Guaranteed on-time Return to Ship

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Duration:4 hours to 6 hours (approx.)
Location: Kusadasi, Turkish Riviera

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• PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE
• GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT
• SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL)
• FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
• LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT
• REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS
• FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES

Ephesus is the largest open-air museum of Turkey and one of the largest of the world, planning a visit to the famous ruins takes serious time. Cruise passengers have a limited time in Kusadasi and in your limited time, you can settle back & relax while our team handles all arrangements for you. Explore the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, TERRACE HOUSES OF EPHESUS, THE HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY, LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.

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1. Kusadasi
We meet you at the Cruise Port! Our team will be waiting next to Information Desk at the Exit Gate of Cruise Port by holding a sign which is your name written on it. After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree on your meeting time. Please note that there are several Cruise Ships with different arrival and departure timings. So, you might decide with our team about the best meeting time which is fitting your schedule.
2. Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine that you can see during your visit.
3. Ancient City of Ephesus
UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized, Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human, Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time, Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians, Marble Street, Roman Baths, Fountains, Temples, Agora, Love House, Public Toilets, Terrace Houses famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings....
4. Ephesus Terrace Houses
The Terrace Houses complex in Ephesus consists of luxurious residential villas, located on the northern slope of Bülbüldağı Hill, next to Curetes Street and opposite the Temple of Hadrian. So far, two housing complexes - Eastern and Western - have been excavated. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan where the roads transect each other at right angles. The excavation work of the Terrace Houses started in 1960. The restoration of the houses is an ongoing process and every year there is something new to admire there.
5. The Temple of Artemis
Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon. The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess,Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.
6. The Basilica of Saint John
You can see Saint John Basilica from a distance. It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome of the basilica.
7. Kusadasi
We will drive through Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.
8. Kusadasi Shopping Center
You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: the best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...
9. Kusadasi Castle
Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.
10. Kusadasi
In the end of our tour, we return to the Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME! PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port. OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

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Posted By : Vivian_O
I must say we were so satisfied with the service provided by our tour guide Canan she was knowledgeable and provided so much history of Turkey. Wish we would have booked for more time . If in Turkey make sure you request her she provided info from restaurants, history and the cultural in Turkey. We visited so many historical places, she was well informed answer all questions.
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 14:55:08

Posted By : Luis_D
Our guide Filiz was amazing. She took the time to insure that we didn't miss a thing. She answered all our questions that were asked. She is very knowledgeable. Most memorable was our lunch. The food was great and the personnel were very attentive to us. I would do this tour again an highly recommend it to my friends and family. Filiz left a a great impression. Also our driver was courteous and our safety was his priority.
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Posted On : 2024-07-04 09:17:32

Posted By : Janice_C
Our guide Sieon was AWESOME. This was a private tour where we chose what we wanted and learned alot!. Lunch recommendation was delicious. There are too many positives to fill this space and no negatives whatsoever. Don't miss out.
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Posted On : 2024-03-04 11:48:27

Posted By : forp566
Wonderful experience! The tour guide knows all about the area and is very kind from start to end. Also love her personal touch with the small group. Had the best Turkish traditional cuisine at a local restaurant and wouldn’t hesitate to b
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Posted On : 2023-02-15 07:32:09

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Best of Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi Port | Guaranteed on-time Return to Ship

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Kusadasi

2. Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

3. Ancient City of Ephesus

4. Ephesus Terrace Houses

5. The Temple of Artemis

6. The Basilica of Saint John

7. Kusadasi

8. Kusadasi Shopping Center

9. Kusadasi Castle

10. Kusadasi

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Best of Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi Port | Guaranteed on-time Return to Ship

WHAT'S INCLUDED ⟱

WHAT TO EXPECT ⟱

1. Kusadasi

2. Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

3. Ancient City of Ephesus

4. Ephesus Terrace Houses

5. The Temple of Artemis

6. The Basilica of Saint John

7. Kusadasi

8. Kusadasi Shopping Center

9. Kusadasi Castle

10. Kusadasi

ADDITIONAL INFO ⟱

CANCELLATION POLICY ⟱

Partner Resources

How it works

Travel

Insurance

Adventure

Contact

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

ADDITIONAL INFO

CANCELLATION POLICY