Ephesus : Express Entry From Kusadasi Port
Description
Best for independent travelers seeking an express look on the ancient city of Ephesus without attaching a tour group. With luxury pick up and drop off service.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will be picked from Kusadasi Cruise Port, without waiting you will be taken to your PRIVATE LUXURY MINIVAN.
# Tour representer will welcome you after you get off your ship in Kusadasi cruise port. # The tour representer will take you to a luxury minivan # Driver will drop you at upper gate of Ephesus. You will buy your tickets quickly with help of your guide, the cost is 40€ per person. # You will visit Ephesus with a knowledgeable guide. Step by step Visit of Ephesus from upper gate to lower gate. 1. Entrance of the ancient city of Ephesus 2. Visit the area with any pace you wish, follow the path to down until lower gate with your guide. 3. Meet with the driver at lower gate & head back to your ship.
The Terrace Houses of Ephesus, also known as the "Houses of the Rich," offer a fascinating glimpse into the luxurious lifestyles of Ephesus' elite during the Roman period. Located on the slopes of Bülbül Hill, these well-preserved residences feature intricate mosaics, frescoes, and advanced architectural designs, including underfloor heating and private baths. Visitors can explore these ancient homes through a specially constructed walkway, marveling at the stunning details and learning about the daily life of Ephesus' wealthiest citizens. The Terrace Houses are a must-see for history and archaeology enthusiasts. Tickets are extra 25€ per person.
The Temple of Artemis, located near Ephesus, was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Dedicated to the goddess Artemis, it was a grand structure built entirely of marble, renowned for its immense size and ornate decorations. Though only a few remnants of the temple remain today, including a single standing column, it continues to captivate visitors with its historical significance. The site serves as a testament to the architectural and cultural achievements of the ancient world, making it a key stop for history enthusiasts exploring the Ephesus area.
After concluding the tour, you will be promptly returned to the Kusadasi cruise port with our Always On-Time Guarantee, ensuring you never miss your cruise departure. Relax and enjoy your tour with confidence in our reliable service.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your guide will be waiting for you at the second exit gate to avoid from rush at the first exit. After you proceed to first exit, you will see tourist information and change office just on your right side. Please follow the exit from the passage with souvenir shops just infront of the change office and you will see your guide at the end of this passage. Holding “Turco Travel” sign.
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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(14)
We were on a cruise ship with our family and we didn’t want to be stuck on tour bus so we booked a private car with guide. Mehmet was our guide and he was excellent. He followed our itinerary and provided lots of history along the way. We also stopped by lunch and had the best food at kebab house - Mehmet and Ali baba. My daughters wanted to try Turkish ice cream and Mehmet helped with this also. We were extremely happy that we did a private tour and would recommend to others.
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The guide was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and very professional. His passion for history made the tour come to life pick up and drop off were extremely smooth. He met me with a sign with my name and was 10 minutes early.
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If you have not seen ancient ruins, Ephasus is not to be missed. Our guide was very good, but be aware that they will take you to shops and other “workshops” like rug making which are really sales tactics where the guide gets a commission. If you don’t want to to go, be clear with your guide up front
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're very glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Ephesus—it's truly one of Turkey’s most extraordinary ancient sites, and we're pleased that your guide enhanced the experience with valuable insight. We also appreciate your honest comment regarding the visits to local workshops. These stops are intended to offer cultural insight into traditional crafts like rug weaving and local artistry. However, we fully understand that some guests may prefer to focus solely on historical sightseeing. To all future travelers: We always strive to tailor our tours to your interests. If you’d prefer to skip shopping or workshop stops, please feel free to let your guide or our team know in advance—we’re more than happy to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future! Warm regards,
We had Gizem from Turco Tours as our guide and she was fantastic. Meet us just outside terminal on time and there was only 2 of us on her small bus. We left at 8am after the main rush at 7am and got back before all the bus tours organised by Celestyal. She tailored the pace to suit us older people and was very knowledgeable and informative. Ephesus was magic. Lovely lady with great English and very friendly. Best tour so far in last 4 weeks. Highly recommended.
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Gizem Yanik made this tour so memorable, with her local, first hand experience living in Turkey. She was knowledgeable, professional, and fun to be around. Excellent communicator advising of weather changes, great at navigating large crowds, even suggesting restaurants at our next travel point! Highly recommend.
Dear Patricia, We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your excursion, thank you!
Öznur made our day special and informative .. She briefed us about the Turkish history and took us to beautiful places … paid attention to our requests , helped us with beautiful photos. She is a very friendly , welcoming and warm guide. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good guide !
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Pinar Mermerci, our guide for the trip, was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful throughout the tour. The tour was very relaxed and went at a perfect pace. Pinar was able to answer all of our questions and if she didn’t know the answer, she was not afraid to look it up and provide us the best answer she could. We had an accomodating and safe driver with a very nice vehicle in which we were very comfortable. Pinar’s pleasant personality made the tour extremely enjoyable for my wife and I. Great tour!
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Tour was great. The stop at carpet weaving school much better than anticipated. Nice drinks, snack, and demonstration. Tour was just long enough to be complete, yet relaxing.
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It was amazing to step off the ship and have a wonderful smiling guide waiting for us. Private air conditioned van to transport us to see the Ancient city of Ephesus.
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Efficient tour with a knowledgeable guide! We had two tired kids with us and our guide, Gizem, took us efficiently through the highlights of Ephesus and found a cafe for us to sit at near the Virgin Mary’s house so the kids could rest while the rest of our group finished the tour. She also guided us to multiple photo spots and took great pictures of us! The driver drove safely and the van was comfortable and air conditioned!
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