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Ephesus Shore Excursion Private Guided Tour

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| Kusadasi, Turkey
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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Ephesus was one of the most famous cities of the ancient Mediterranean. Ephesus takes a serious planning to visit. During this hassle-free tour you can sit back and enjoy it while your local guide handles everything. You will be visiting Ephesus Ancient city including Celsus Library, Trajan Temple, the Terrace Houses and Ancient Theatre along with other highlights such as House of Virgin Mary, Artemis Temple and the Basilica of St. John.

• Skip the Line with the Purchased Tickets in Advance
• Private Experienced Licenced Local Tour Guide during the Tour
• Pickup and Dropoff from the Cruise Port with a Deluxe Van

What's Included

  • Pickup and Dropoff from the Cruise Port with a Deluxe Van
  • Private Experienced Licenced Local Tour Guide during the Tour
  • Lunch
  • Admission Fees
  • Tips
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We will pick you up from your port/hotel.

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Kusadasi (pass by)

We are meeting you at the Cruise Port! Our guide will be waiting you at the Exit Gate of Cruise Port by holding a sign on which you will see your name written.
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Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus, Greek Ephesos, the most important Greek city in Ionian Asia Minor, the ruins of which lie near the modern village of Selcuk in western Turkey.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bibliotheque de Celsus

Built at the crossroads of Greek, Roman, and Persian influences, the Ephesus Library is but one of the sights to see on a trip to this ancient land.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Trajan Fountain

The Temple of Trajan was a Roman temple dedicated to the emperor Trajan and his wife Plotina after his deification by the Roman Senate.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

Terrace Houses of Ephesus also called as "The Houses of the Rich" are luxury Roman Villas located on a slope opposite the Hadrian Temple. important for the reason give us information about family life during the Roman period.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre

The Ephesus theatre is important for scholars as an example of a Hellenistic building later transformed by the Roman architects.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

The Temple of Artemis is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. It was a Greek temple dedicated to an ancient, local form of the goddess Artemis.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. John

The Basilica of Saint John (St. Jean Bazilikası) was a massive Byzantine church that’s now in ruins. It’s located in the town of Selçuk, Turkey, just a few kilometers from Ephesus.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

The House of the Virgin Mary (Meryem Ana Evi in Turkish) which can be still visited today, is a place where, according to the beliefs of many people, Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent the last years of her life.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi Market

Optional: Turkey is a heaven of handicraft goods. If you are interested in seeing some of them we know the best shops in town. You will have a chance to see some demonstrations of handicrafts.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi (pass by)

We are concluding the tour at the Cruise Port according to your boarding time !
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Shore Excursion Private Guided Tour?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Shore Excursion Private Guided Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pickup and Dropoff from the Cruise Port with a Deluxe Van.
  • Private Experienced Licenced Local Tour Guide during the Tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Admission Fees.
  • Tips.
  • Ephesus Ancient City.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Ephesus Shore Excursion Private Guided Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ephesus Shore Excursion Private Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Pickup and Dropoff from the Cruise Port with a Deluxe Van
  • Private Experienced Licenced Local Tour Guide during the Tour
  • Lunch
  • Admission Fees
  • Tips
  • Ephesus Ancient City

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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

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