All Inclusive: Best of EPHESUS Tours Incl Skip Line ENTRY TICKETS
Description
Best of Ephesus tour stands out for its flexibility and all-inclusive design, allowing you to explore the Ancient City of Ephesus in a way that suits your travel style. You can choose between private or small group options, with itinerary combinations such as Ephesus + Temple of Artemis, Ephesus + Terrace Houses, or Ephesus + House of the Virgin Mary. Walk through the well-preserved streets of Ephesus, one of the greatest ancient cities of the Mediterranean, visit the Terrace Houses with their mosaics and frescoes, and experience the spiritual atmosphere of the House of the Virgin Mary. All entrance fees are included, so you can skip ticket lines and enjoy a seamless experience. For added comfort, lunch can be arranged upon request, making your day hassle-free and tailored to your preferences. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
Tour Options
Itinerary
2026 SEASON, SHIPS WE SERVE, A TO Z. Azamara Onward Brilliance O.T.S. Carnival Legend Celebrity Ascent, Eclipse, Equinox, Infinity Celestyal Discovery, Journey Enchanted Princess Emerald Azzurra, Kaia Island Princess ms Oosterdam Norwegian Viva Odyssey O.T.S. Oceania Allura, Regatta Scarlet Lady Seabourn Quest Seven Seas Grandeur, Mariner, Navigator, Splendor Silver Muse, Nova Star Flyer, Legend Sun Princess Viking Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Sky, Star, Vesta, Vela Wind Spirit, Star According to the pick-up time that we will arrange according to your ship's arrival time, meet your guide at the Kusadasi Cruise Port and set out towards the first visit point.
*If you have booked the Ephesus+Mary's House option, the tour program includes tickets for Ephesus and Mary's House.* Located 6km to the north of the ruins of Ephesus, a church was built from the 6C AD to the top of the foundations of a house from 1C AD and it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days.
*All options include Ephesus tickets and the Ephesus tour.* Ancient Ephesus; An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
*If you have booked the Ephesus+Terrace Houses option, the tour program includes tickets for Ephesus and Terrace Houses.* The Terrace Houses of Ephesus in Ephesus, near Selçuk, unveil a world of luxury: vivid mosaics, colorful frescoes, and ingenious heating systems. Clinging to the slopes, these elite homes bring ancient Roman life to life, revealing comfort, artistry, and the hidden stories of the city’s wealthiest residents.
was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in atiuqity and made Ephesus a much-visited pligrimage place. There were totally 127 ionic columns with the height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world.
*If you have booked the Ephesus+Mary's House option.* *If you have booked the Ephesus+Terrace Houses option.* Lunch Break: The guide will suggest the best restaurant optıon if requested on tour day.
At the end of the tour drive you back to Kusadasi Cruise Port. We guarantee your timely return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. ◉➤ The tour is specially designed for cruise guests. ◉➤ Pick-up and drop-off are only available from Kusadasi Port. ◉➤ The tour start time will be adjusted according to your cruise docking and onboard times. ◉➤ We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 2026 SEASON, SHIPS WE SERVE, A TO Z. ⬇⬇⬇
- Azamara Onward
- Brilliance O.T.S.
- Carnival Legend
- Celebrity Ascent, Eclipse, Equinox, Infinity
- Celestyal Discovery, Journey
- Enchanted Princess
- Emerald Azzurra, Kaia
- Island Princess
- ms Oosterdam
- Norwegian Viva
- Odyssey O.T.S.
- Oceania Allura, Regatta
- Scarlet Lady
- Seabourn Quest
- Seven Seas Grandeur, Mariner, Navigator, Splendor
- Silver Muse, Nova
- Star Flyer, Legend
- Sun Princess
- Viking Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Sky, Star, Vesta, Vela
- Wind Spirit, Star
- We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
- The tour offers Ephesus+Artemis Temple, Ephesus+Terrace Houses, Ephesus+House of Mary GROUP and PRIVATE tour Options. Please seleck optıon that meets your wishes at tour booking.
- Group Tour Options: usually has 8–10 participants. But, even if your group has 10+ people, you can still book. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.
- Private Tour Options: The tour will be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay in the sites as much you wish, if there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
- The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
Reviews(9,130)
Hazel was incredible!!! Extremely knowledgeable, professional, and patient. I’ve never had a guide who was this knowledgeable, not only on the historical material (which was extraordinary), but the how to avoid the lines and get the best pictures. I travel a lot and when I return, I will definitely use Hazel again. I only wish she was available at the other places in the world I visit during my travels.
Hazel was an excellent guide. She was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had an all day tour and Hazel’s energy and enthusiasm was amazing. I highly recommend Hazel and would have given her 5+ star rating if I could.
Hazel was SO AWESOME!!!! She was so funny and knowledgeable about literally everything on the tour and she had so many stories and facts about Turkey and her life. She was probably the best tour guide I’ve ever had.:)
Did this as part of a cruise excursion- this might have been my favorite tour of the trip. Hazel was amazing and very knowledgeable.
Onder was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge was amazing and he went above and beyond to accommodate our family. He timed the tours to reduce wait time which made our experience the highlight of our trip.
Okan made our trip!! His knowledge and love of his country made our trip one we will never forget. He made sure our family saw important cultural sites. And a whole day as a family is one O will always cherish! Thank you Okan!!
Riza was the best! Had a great time on his tour! Hope to do another one some day.
Okan gave the best day and the best experience. He kept moving at our requested pace and interest level. We loved his enthusiasm for Turkey and the sites. Lunch was so nice and a great addition to the day. He added, at our request, a ceramic stop which was very interesting.
Okan was a passionate, knowledgeable guide that made our experience in Turkey unforgettable!
We enjoyed our tour with Ilgu, the tour guide. She is the best and very knowledgeable.
