Private VIP Ephesus, Terrace Houses & Artemis from Kusadasi Port
Overview
Immerse yourself in ancient wonders with this all-inclusive private luxury tour, departing only from Kusadasi Cruise Port. Every detail—fast-track tickets, private Mercedes transport, expert licensed guide, all entrance fees, and a delicious Turkish lunch—is included for your comfort.
Your journey begins with VIP entry to the UNESCO-listed Ephesus Ancient City, where you’ll walk marble streets, admire the Celsus Library, and stand in the Grand Theatre. Explore the Terrace Houses, with intricate mosaics and frescoes that reveal the lavish lifestyles of Ephesus’s elite. Conclude your adventure at the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, where history comes alive in your guide’s stories.
With no crowds, no rush, and every moment tailored to your pace, this is the ultimate way to see Ephesus. Secure your private spot today—spaces are limited to cruise arrivals.
What's Included
- Crowd-smart routing for fewer queues and better photos
- Traditional Turkish lunch at a hand-picked local restaurant
- Port pickup and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal only
- All entrance fees
- Private, air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or van with professional driver
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your cruise schedule
- Professional licensed local tour guide
- Beverages during lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
What To Expect
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Kuşadası Port Türkiye
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Ephesus Terrace Houses
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Selcuk
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kuşadası Port Türkiye
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Duration: 4–5 hours (adjusted to your cruise schedule)
- Meeting Point: Outside Kusadasi Cruise Terminal gate (guide will hold a sign with your name)
- Accessibility: Ephesus and Terrace Houses have uneven terrain; alternate routes available for guests with mobility concerns
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sun protection, modest attire for religious sites, local currency for entrance fees
- Health & Safety: Sanitized private vehicle, bottled water included, shaded rest stops available
- Cancellation Policy: Free up to 24 hours before departure
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- Crowd-smart routing for fewer queues and better photos.
- Traditional Turkish lunch at a hand-picked local restaurant.
- Port pickup and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal only.
- All entrance fees.
- Private, air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or van with professional driver.
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your cruise schedule.
- Professional licensed local tour guide.
- Beverages during lunch.
- Gratuities (optional).
The minimum age to participate is 3..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private VIP Ephesus, Terrace Houses & Artemis from Kusadasi Port is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private VIP Ephesus, Terrace Houses & Artemis from Kusadasi 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!
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
- Crowd-smart routing for fewer queues and better photos
- Traditional Turkish lunch at a hand-picked local restaurant
- Port pickup and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal only
- All entrance fees
- Private, air-conditioned Mercedes sedan or van with professional driver
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your cruise schedule
- Professional licensed local tour guide
- Beverages during lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Duration: 4–5 hours (adjusted to your cruise schedule)
- Meeting Point: Outside Kusadasi Cruise Terminal gate (guide will hold a sign with your name)
- Accessibility: Ephesus and Terrace Houses have uneven terrain; alternate routes available for guests with mobility concerns
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, sun protection, modest attire for religious sites, local currency for entrance fees
- Health & Safety: Sanitized private vehicle, bottled water included, shaded rest stops available
- Cancellation Policy: Free up to 24 hours before departure
