Journey to Ancient Wonders: Explore Ephesus with a Private Tour
Overview
When your cruise ship pulls into the Kusadasi port, join this family-friendly shore excursion to Ephesus. The small-group tour covers highlights of the ancient city, starting at Magnesia Gate. You’ll visit the Odeon and ancient temples, fountains and monuments along with the Temple of Artemis. Let your guide know if you’d like to tour the excavated Ephesus Terrace Houses and House of Virgin Marry (optional; payable direct). Souvenir photos are available to purchase.
Hear about the history of Ephesus from a knowledgeable guide en route
See Magnesia Gate and the Temple of Artemis
Visit multiple monuments, temples and baths
Opt to see the Ephesus Terrace Houses being restored to their former glory
Port pickup and drop-off by minivan included
Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Hear about the history of Ephesus from a knowledgeable guide en route
See Magnesia Gate and the Temple of Artemis
Visit multiple monuments, temples and baths
Opt to see the Ephesus Terrace Houses being restored to their former glory
Port pickup and drop-off by minivan included
Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Inclusions
- All Parking fees
- All Taxes
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
You will be met by Ephesus Port Tours at the harbor of Kusadasi
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ephesus Museum, Selcuk Turkiye
Once in the ancient city itself we will explore this ancient Roman city and visit the Library of Celcius, Temple of Hadrian, the Theatre and Odeon. Hellenistic and Roman vestiges: Odeon, Bouleterion, Fountains, Temples, Roman Baths. The Library of Celsus: Renowned for its statues of four female figures symbolizing Wisdom, Knowledge, Intelligence and Valor. The Great Theater: This theater is the spot where St Paul preached to Ephesians.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ephesus Terrace Houses, Selcuk 35148 Turkiye
Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top. Terrace Houses is included in Private and with Terrace Houses Options only
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
(Optional Tour)Several years after the death of Christ, St. John brought the Virgin Mother to this house located on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain. It is believed the Virgin Mary lived in this house until she died at the age of 64.
Duration: 50 minutes
Pass By: Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI, Ataturk BulvarI 2, Kusadasi Turkiye
We will drive by Caravanserai that is located very closed to port, just 5 minutes walking distance. You will have time to do your own after tour.
Pass By: Kusadasi Shopping Center, Yavansu Mah. Karaova Sok. No: 8/7 G-1, Kusadasi 09400 Turkiye
We will drive by Kusadasi Shopping Center that is located just 5 minutes walking distance to port. You will have time your own after tour. Your guide will point the shopping area and your own after tour.
Pass By: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Merkez, Kusadasi Turkiye
Kusadasi Castle, as called Pigeon Island, is located next to port. You can see from your boat or do your own after the tour.
Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
Drop off at the port close to your ship's departure time
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
You will be met by Ephesus Port Tours at the harbor of Kusadasi
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ephesus Museum, Selcuk Turkiye
Once in the ancient city itself we will explore this ancient Roman city and visit the Library of Celcius, Temple of Hadrian, the Theatre and Odeon. Hellenistic and Roman vestiges: Odeon, Bouleterion, Fountains, Temples, Roman Baths. The Library of Celsus: Renowned for its statues of four female figures symbolizing Wisdom, Knowledge, Intelligence and Valor. The Great Theater: This theater is the spot where St Paul preached to Ephesians.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ephesus Terrace Houses, Selcuk 35148 Turkiye
Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top. Terrace Houses is included in Private and with Terrace Houses Options only
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
(Optional Tour)Several years after the death of Christ, St. John brought the Virgin Mother to this house located on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain. It is believed the Virgin Mary lived in this house until she died at the age of 64.
Duration: 50 minutes
Pass By: Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI, Ataturk BulvarI 2, Kusadasi Turkiye
We will drive by Caravanserai that is located very closed to port, just 5 minutes walking distance. You will have time to do your own after tour.
Pass By: Kusadasi Shopping Center, Yavansu Mah. Karaova Sok. No: 8/7 G-1, Kusadasi 09400 Turkiye
We will drive by Kusadasi Shopping Center that is located just 5 minutes walking distance to port. You will have time your own after tour. Your guide will point the shopping area and your own after tour.
Pass By: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Merkez, Kusadasi Turkiye
Kusadasi Castle, as called Pigeon Island, is located next to port. You can see from your boat or do your own after the tour.
Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
Drop off at the port close to your ship's departure time
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience 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
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
hajjahzaitonr
June 2023
10 days trip to Istanbul husnu a very good excellent tour guide v knowledgeable guide wud recommend 100% his agency n him as a tour guide date 2/6-11/6/2023
10 days trip to Istanbul husnu a very good excellent tour guide v knowledgeable guide wud recommend 100% his agency n him as a tour guide date 2/6-11/6/2023luyungh
May 2023
I like the views. People r friendly. Food is nice. Dream s cave no hit water. Guide n driver r responsible.tq
I like the views. People r friendly. Food is nice. Dream s cave no hit water. Guide n driver r responsible.tqchouhiano
May 2023
I think your service is good. Arrangement of hotels, lunch n sites visitation was excellent. A gentle note regarding Hitit hotel bath rooms, water flooded the floor for some rooms. Driver Mehmet is a careful n helpful driver n Pinar works excellently well v us. TQVM
I think your service is good. Arrangement of hotels, lunch n sites visitation was excellent. A gentle note regarding Hitit hotel bath rooms, water flooded the floor for some rooms. Driver Mehmet is a careful n helpful driver n Pinar works excellently well v us. TQVMEscape25906435727
May 2023
The sites we visited were incredible and Husnu was so knowledgeable in the history of the sites. He entertained questions and was patient with his group. Husnu is a kind and caring guide and it was a privilege to be in his company for 11 days.
The sites we visited were incredible and Husnu was so knowledgeable in the history of the sites. He entertained questions and was patient with his group. Husnu is a kind and caring guide and it was a privilege to be in his company for 11 days.seexiaoqi
May 2023
The tour guide (Nazli) was knowledgeable in the history, explained with interesting stories and facts. Also, friendly in answering questions and taking photos for us.
The tour guide (Nazli) was knowledgeable in the history, explained with interesting stories and facts. Also, friendly in answering questions and taking photos for us.214andersonk
May 2023
The tour is very well organized. Suitable amount of time was given to us so that we have proper time to look and take pictures. Food was good. The tourist guide Celebi is an excellent guide and he is the best guide for all the tours I had ever joined before. He has a huge amount of knowledge abo...
The tour is very well organized. Suitable amount of time was given to us so that we have proper time to look and take pictures. Food was good. The tourist guide Celebi is an excellent guide and he is the best guide for all the tours I had ever joined before. He has a huge amount of knowledge about the history and individual historical site. An excellent tour! I would go again with Tempel (with Celebi) if I come again.