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For Cruisers: Cruise-Friendly Ephesus Tour with Return Guarantee

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4 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

For cruise passengers visiting Kusadasi for one day, this private tour travels from the port to Ephesus with a guaranteed on-time return to your ship. A customizable itinerary and licensed guide cover the ancient city’s Great Theatre and Library of Celsus, with an optional visit to the Terrace Houses. The route can also include the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis.

• Private & fully customizable tour
• Ideal for cruise guests visiting Kuşadası for one day
• Experienced, friendly licensed guides
• Guaranteed on-time return to your ship

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Private Professional Licensed Guiding
  • All Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees (tickets can be arranged in advance to skip long ticket lines)
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Istanbul Denizcilik
Yeni Yolcu Terminali - Ege Port, Camikebir, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

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End point

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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Visit Ephesus, one of the world’s richest and most rewarding archaeological sites, featuring ruins from the Classical Greek, Hellenistic, Roman, and early Byzantine periods. Highlights of the tour include:• The ancient Great Theatre • The famed Library of Celsus • The Mosque of Isa Bey • Recently excavated early Byzantine mansions featuring exceptionally well-preserved floor mosaics and frescoesAt Ephesus, the past comes to life through a remarkable display of architectural and artistic achievements found in few other places in the world.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

(Optional Visit) Luxurious Roman homes of Ephesus’ elite, famous for their remarkably preserved mosaics, frescoes, and advanced heating systems.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Ephesus is also closely associated with the beginnings of the Christian faith. In addition to being the city to which the Letters to the Ephesians were written, St. John and St. Paul both visited the city, and the Virgin Mary herself is said to have spent her last days nearby. We will make a short pilgrimage to the House of the Virgin Mary, which stands high on a mountainside overlooking the Aegean Sea the Greek island of Samos.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this sacred site reveals the scale and importance of ancient Ephesus.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi Castle (pass by)

A historic fortress on Güvercinada Island offering scenic views and insight into the region’s Ottoman and maritime past.
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Kusadasi (pass by)

Return to the pier on time at the end of your tour
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For cruise passengers, we highly recommend meeting at the port 30–45 minutes after your ship docks. An early start helps you beat large crowds, other tour buses, and the afternoon heat, allowing for a more relaxed and enjoyable visit to Ephesus
  • This tour is available exclusively to cruise ship guests. It is scheduled around ship docking times and is not suitable for non-cruise travelers
  • Enjoy a private tour experience exclusively for your group

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the For Cruisers: Cruise-Friendly Ephesus Tour with Return Guarantee?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • Private Professional Licensed Guiding
  • All Taxes
  • Private Tour
  • All Parking Fees
  • Pick up & Drop Off from Cruise Port
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees (tickets can be arranged in advance to skip long ticket lines)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travellers with walking difficulties
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • For cruise passengers, we highly recommend meeting at the port 30–45 minutes after your ship docks. An early start helps you beat large crowds, other tour buses, and the afternoon heat, allowing for a more relaxed and enjoyable visit to Ephesus
  • This tour is available exclusively to cruise ship guests. It is scheduled around ship docking times and is not suitable for non-cruise travelers
  • Enjoy a private tour experience exclusively for your group
  • Guaranteed on-time return to your ship

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