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Ephesus Afternoon Tour

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| Selçuk, Turkey
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from $114.13 per person

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On average, this is booked 14 (0) days in advance.
2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

You probably know that Ephesus is very crowded all year long and that the worst time to visit it is summer because of high temperatures and fact that there is no shade in Ephesus.
Well, there is a potential solutions!

What's Included

  • Private guide
  • Entrance to Ephesus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Atatürk
Efes Harabeleri, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye

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

End point

Acarlar
Atatürk, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye

Our guide will leave you at the exit (Ephesus lower gate).

What To Expect

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Ancient City of Ephesus

Our guide will meet you at the upper gate, in front of ticket booth. During this 2 hour tour you will see the nicest parts of Ephesus: Odeon, Theatre, Celsus Library, Hadrian Temple, Domitian Temple etc. At the end of this walking tour guide will accompany you until the exit (Ephesus lower gate).
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Afternoon Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 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

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-8249P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Afternoon Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance to Ephesus.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Lunch.
  • The listed price does not include parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1. 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?
A:

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?
A:

Accessibility information for the Ephesus Afternoon Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ephesus Afternoon Tour 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?
A:

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.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Private guide
  • Entrance to Ephesus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • The listed price does not include parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • If necessary transport can be arranged
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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