Ephesus Private Shore Excursion from Kuşadası
Overview
Explore Ephesus at your own pace, with a private tour shaped around what interests you most.
Whether you’re curious about history, mythology, architecture or everyday life, your guide will help you see Ephesus as more than a collection of ancient ruins. As you walk its streets, discover the people and stories that made this one of the great cities of the ancient Mediterranean.
Along the way, we’ll look at the everyday side of Roman life — from markets and trade to what people ate and drank, and how food reflected wealth, religion and social life.
See the Library of Celsus, the Great Theater and discover the story of the Temple of Artemis, with time to ask questions and follow what interests you — without having to keep pace with a large group.
Your starting time and itinerary can be adapted to your plans, making the experience relaxed, personal and unhurried.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Private Transportation with Mercedes Vito or Sprinter
- Gasoline
- Parking fees
- Private Tour Guide
- Drinks
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
- Ancient City of Ephesus
- Tips are not required but appreciated if you feel your guide made your Ephesus visit memorable.
Meeting and Pickup
Your guide will meet you at the port holding a sign with the name provided during the reservation. Kindly enter your phone number during the reservation process,and we will share the meeting details directly to your phone.
What To Expect
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Kusadasi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Temple of Hadrian (pass by)
Selçuk
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Lunch.
- Private Transportation with Mercedes Vito or Sprinter.
- Gasoline.
- Parking fees.
- Private Tour Guide.
- Drinks.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House).
- Ancient City of Ephesus.
- Tips are not required but appreciated if you feel your guide made your Ephesus visit memorable.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Ephesus Private Shore Excursion from Kuşadası is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ephesus Private Shore Excursion from Kuşadası 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 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Private Transportation with Mercedes Vito or Sprinter
- Gasoline
- Parking fees
- Private Tour Guide
- Drinks
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
- Ancient City of Ephesus
- Tips are not required but appreciated if you feel your guide made your Ephesus visit memorable.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
