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For Cruisers Ephesus Artemis Temple Tour with Skip-the-Line

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| Kusadasi, Turkey
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Overview

Discover ancient wonders on this Best Seller Ephesus Tour, designed especially for cruise guests.

Visit: Ephesus Ruins and Temple of Artemis
Enjoy skip-the-line tickets, luxury transportation, and pick-up & drop-off from Kusadasi Port.

Explore Ephesus with an expert local guide, walking along the ancient marble streets once used by St. Paul, St. John, and Mother Mary. See highlights such as the Great Theater, Celsus Library, Trajan Fountain, and Odeon. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St. John, and learn about early Christian and Roman history.

Capture memorable photos at top viewpoints and visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Cruise Guarantee: Tour timing is fully coordinated with your ship schedule, and timely return to port before onboard time is guaranteed.

What's Included

  • Car Park Fees and local taxes.
  • Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
  • Professional licensed tour guide.
  • Personal Expenses
  • Entrance Fees
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Explore Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests). -Tour start times are adjusted according to the ship's arrival time at the port and the tour start time will be confirmed to you within 24 hours after purchasing the tour. -Please contact your local provider to reconfirm your pick-up time. -We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port

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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ancient Ephesus, An Archeological treasure, The best preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD Ephesus was the second largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250.000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also an impressive city that even Mark Anthony and Cleopatra spent their honeymoon in Ephesus. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis was dedicated to the goddess of the hunt. Only the foundation and one column remains of this temple which once measured 425 feet long, 220 feet long. Paul’s successful ministry in this city was considered a threat to this very temple.The city reached the Golden Age and became a good model to the Antique World in culture and art, as well.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi

At the end of the tour, drive you back to the departure point. End of our service.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
  • We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
  • Private Tour Option: The tour will be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay ın the sites as much you wish, If there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the For Cruisers Ephesus Artemis Temple Tour with Skip-the-Line?

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 For Cruisers Ephesus Artemis Temple Tour with Skip-the-Line?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Car Park Fees and local taxes.
  • Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
  • Professional licensed tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Entrance Fees.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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?
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Accessibility information for the For Cruisers Ephesus Artemis Temple Tour with Skip-the-Line is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for For Cruisers Ephesus Artemis Temple Tour with Skip-the-Line 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

  • Car Park Fees and local taxes.
  • Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
  • Professional licensed tour guide.
  • Personal Expenses
  • Entrance Fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
  • We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
  • Private Tour Option: The tour will be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay ın the sites as much you wish, If there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
  • The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.

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