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Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi | On Time Return Guarantee

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Kusadasi, Turkey
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4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

ON-TIME RETURN GUARANTEE FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

This tour is a great way to see Ephesus in one day, whether you're arriving by cruise ship or staying in Kusadasi. If you're on a cruise, we plan the day around your ship's schedule and guarantee your on-time return to port.

Start with the House of the Virgin Mary, then continue to Ephesus with your licensed guide. Walk the Marble Streets and see the Library of Celsus, Agora, and Great Theater while learning about the people who once lived here and what everyday life was like.

You'll also stop at the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Entrance fees are included in some options. If you book an option without entrance fees, your guide can arrange skip-the-line tickets at the official ticket office price. You can pay for them at the end of the tour.

Transportation is included, with a separate driver so your guide can stay with you throughout the visit.

What's Included

  • Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
  • Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Taxes
  • Entrance fees (We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines)
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Free pick-up from Kusadasi Port, Kusadasi hotels, Selcuk-Ephesus area, and Kusadasi Setur Marina.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Virgin Mary’s House is a Catholic shrine located at the skirt of Bulbul Mountain in Selcuk. It is discovered after a nun in Germany described the place in her visions about a house Mother Mary lived before she died. It has become an important pilgrimage spot for Catholics since then.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Discover one of the most popular trade cities of ancient Greek and Roman Empire. Ephesus is probably the most famous ancient site in Turkey. It was a busy trade center as a port city. Ephesus had a great influence on the ancient world. Also as an important religious center of early Christianity and one of the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations. In Ephesus you will see, Celcus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan and the Theater and more.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

These are exclusive residences situated on the slopes opposite the Temple of Hadrian along Curetes Street. Commonly known as the “rich houses,” they were uncovered during recent excavations. The houses near Curetes Street feature colonnaded porticoes, while step streets connected directly to the house entrances. We will stop at Terrace Houses and explore the Houses of Rich Ephesians.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Experience Museum

We'll visit the Ephesus Experience Museum and step into the past with cutting-edge technology that brings the ancient city to life! Through incredible projections and interactive exhibits, you'll feel what it was really like to live in Ephesus during its prime—a perfect way to put the marble ruins you just saw into stunning historical context.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Temple of Artemis is one of the Seven Wonders of the World completed in 550 BC is at the outskirts of Ephesus. It is a sanctuary built in a sacred place. The temple itself dates back to 8th century BC but the sacred place dates way back. It has been destroyed three times and rebuilt. But it has been abandoned after Christians started to rule the area.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Selcuk

Open buffet lunch in a local restaurant with traditional Turkish Food & vegetarian options in Selcuk.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi | On Time 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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  • Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
  • Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Taxes
  • All Parking fees
  • ON TIME RETURN GUARANTEE FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
  • Entrance fees (We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines)
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please contact us after you complete the booking process to confirm pick up time and place.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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