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Ephesus Half Day Private & Mini Group Shore Tour from Cruise port

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Kusadasi, Turkey
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4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Ephesus - Artemission Temple Mini Group Tour with Private option
Pick up point is Kusadasi Cruise Terminal only
This tour is for cruise ship passengers only and is not available to those staying in hotels.
Our Tour guide will have your name sign at the port.
Enjoy this 4 hours excursion starting at Kusadasi port and taking you to Ephesus where you can trace Alexander the Great, Caesar or Cicero. You can add recently opened Terrace Houses to your program ( Terrace houses can be added to Private option only. Not available in mini group tours ) and admire the frescos Once back in Kusadasi, you can enjoy some shopping.
Professional Licenced Tour guide, A/C transportation are included Mini group Tour, Informative, friendly and professional guide. Option with Private Tour for your family and Friends.

What's Included

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Parking Fees
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • ENTRANCE FEES (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
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Meeting and Pickup

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The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email.Pick up point is Kusadasi Cruise Terminal only This tour is for cruise ship passengers only and is not available to those staying in hotels. Our Tour guide will have your name sign at the port.Enjoy this 4 hours excursion starting at Kusadasi port and taking you to Ephesus where you can trace Alexander the Great, Caesar or Cicero. You can add recently opened Terrace Houses to your program ( Terrace houses can be added to Private option only. Not available in mini group tours ) and admire the frescos Once back in Kusadasi, you can enjoy some shopping. Professional Licenced Tour guide, A/C transportation are included * Mini group Tour * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Option with Private Tour for your family and Friends

What To Expect

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Kuşadası Port Türkiye

This is a Mini group tour with max 10 pax for Cruisers Only. Meeting with our tour guide at Kusadasi port with your name sign sign. Meeting time will be given during your confirmation. Meeting time is vary because of cruise docking times
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

After Greeting by Your tour guide, we will have 20 minutes drive to Ephesus Ancient City. Arrival to Ephesus. Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

We will stop at Artemission Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi .The end of our services.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (pass by)

Arrival to Kusadasi through Gazibegendi park, Marina and Okuz Mehmet Pasa Ceravanserail in Kusadasi center.
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Ege Ports

Drop off point is 50 meters far to Kusadasi port. You may spend the rest of your day in town or walk back to your cruise. The end of our services
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Option with Private Tour for your family and Friends
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Half Day Private & Mini Group Shore Tour from Cruise port?

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

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  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Parking Fees
  • Transportation with A/C vehicles
  • Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • ENTRANCE FEES (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Option with Private Tour for your family and Friends
  • Mini Group Tours with max 10 guests
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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