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Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port

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| Kusadasi, Turkey
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
5 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This tour is much more comfortable than crowded group tours. Only your group will be on this tour. Our private guide and driver will be at your service. Our vehicles will be cooled before you start your journey. You will have free Wi-Fi access in the vehicle. Your waiting time at the entrances will be minimized, and you won’t have to wait for dozens of people. During the tour, our guide will provide detailed information about historical sites such as the ruins of Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, and the Temple of Artemis. In this tour, you will only enjoy the experience. We take care of all the logistical planning for you. We can take you to a restaurant surrounded by cultural heritage for lunch in the middle of the day. You will have the opportunity to taste Turkish cuisine in a cool, garden setting. If there are any places in the tour program that you do not wish to visit, you can let us know.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • All Taxes
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will lskip long ticket lines )
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Meeting and Pickup

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Just a few meters from where you disembark the ship, our guide will be waiting for you at the designated meeting area marked in the pictures, holding a welcome sign with your name on it. Since there are many ships in the summer months, leaving early will help you avoid the crowds and will also give you an advantage in the places we will visit. We recommend meeting within 45 minutes of your ship arrival time.

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Kuşadası Coast
Türkmen, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

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

End point

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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Kusadasi (pass by)

We will meet you at the Cruise Port. After making your reservation, please contact our team to arrange and secure your meeting time.
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Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus is a large port city that has witnessed history. Here are some of the places we will see : the Magnesia Gate, the Great Theatre, the Eastern Gymnasium and the Baths of the State Agora, the Upper Agora (State Agora) and the Basilica, the Odeon, the Prytaneion, the Temple of Domitian, the Pollio Fountain, the Memmius Monument, Curetes Street, the Heracles Gate, the Trajan Fountain, the Terrace Houses, the Varius Baths, the Public Toilet (Latrina), the House of Love, the Temple of Hadrian, the Alytarkhus Stoa, the Octagon, the Heroon, the Celsus Library, the Commercial Agora and the South Gate, the Marble Street, the Harbor Street (Arcadiane), the Theatre Gymnasium, the Ruins of the Virgin Mary Church, and the Harbor Baths. The entrance fees for this site are not included in the price. Due to high visitor traffic, there may be a wait at the entrance. If you request, we can purchase your tickets in advance to save time before your arrival.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

The entrance fees for the House of Virgin Mary are not included in the price. If you do not wish to pay, you are not required to enter. Since the tour is private, we will proceed according to your preferences during the visit. If you wish to enter, you can make the payment at the entrance gate. Tickets for this site cannot be purchased in advance.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

In ancient times, there were many temples dedicated to Artemis. Among them, the most famous one was the Temple in Ephesus. Its fame grew after it was declared one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by the Byzantine philosopher Philon in the 3rd century BC. The Temple of Artemis is not located within the Ephesus Archaeological Park. There is a distance of approximately 2 kilometers between them. There is no entrance fee to visit the remains of the Temple of Artemis.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. John

The St. John Basilica in Ephesus was built on the site believed to be the burial place of Saint John the Apostle in the 6th century. Its fame grew after being visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967. The entrance fees to this site are not included in the price. If you do not wish to wait at the entrance, we can purchase your tickets in advance upon request.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (pass by)

After our tour in the Ephesus region, we will head towards the Kusadasi Port where your ship is located. Here, our guide will introduce you to the Ox Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai, which you will pass by during your journey. It was built in 1618.
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Güvercinada Kalesi (Küçükada) (pass by)

When we reach the coastline, our guide will show you the Kusadasi Castle. The castle, which covers the entire Pigeon Island, was built in the late 13th century. It was repaired by Ox Mehmet Pasha in 1613. In 1957, a road was constructed to connect the island to the mainland.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port?
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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:
  • Lunch.
  • Private transportation.
  • All Taxes.
  • All Parking fees.
  • Port pickup and drop-off.
  • A fully air-conditioned private vehicle for you.
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will lskip long ticket lines ).
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
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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 Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Cruise Port 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!

 

 

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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.

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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

  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • All Taxes
  • All Parking fees
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • A fully air-conditioned private vehicle for you.
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will lskip long ticket lines )

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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