Private Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour from Kusadasi/Ephesus Port
Description
You will be welcomed on the Cruise Port of Kusadasi and then visit famous ancient heritages in the Kusadasi area including Ephesus ancient city, Sirince Village, and more. After the tour, you will be back at the Cruise Port in Kusadasi time. During the tour, a professional tour guide will explain to you everything you see during the tour and more... Because this is a private tour you feel free to customize the tour. The tour is for at least 2 people.
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Itinerary
Once you meet with your guide at the port of Kusadasi, you will take the minivan, waiting for you in front of the port, and will be on the way for Ephesus for half an hour.
When we reach in Ephesus we start to explore this well-preserved ancient city. It was a city in ancient Greece on the coast of Ionia, 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) southwest of present-day Selçuk in İzmir Province, Turkey. It was built in the 10th century BC on the site of the former Arzawan capital by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. During the Classical Greek era, it was one of twelve cities that were members of the Ionian League. The city came under the control of the Roman Republic in 129 BC.
We will have time for lunch which is included. We would like to introduce you to the local cultural aspects of Ephesus by showing handmade Carpet & rug Art done. through traditional weaving in the Teaching Village and you’ll enjoy many Ephesus Ceramics as well.
After Lunch, we will proceed to Sirince which is a cute little village with a fun history, beautiful views, wonderful food, hospitality, and so much more. It's perhaps the perfect synthesis of a traditional Turkish village and a traditional Greek village. In fact, the town, whose name actually means "cute" in Turkish, used to be called "Çirkince," meaning "ugly." This was an ironic take on the beauty of the village and was also used to ward off others. As people wised up to how spectacular the village's location and architecture really were, they changed the name to Şirince in 1926.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your tour guide will welcome you after the security gate of the port with the sign your name is written on.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(17)
Ephesus is a spectacular, special place and well worth visiting, even if you've been to other ancient cities. The Amphitheatre is overwhelming with its size and presence, and the library gives you a sense of the learned society who lived there. Worth the visit, especially with a knowledgeable guide like the one we had.
Thank you for the lovely review! We're glad a knowledgeable guide helped bring Ephesus to life for you. Hope to see you again! 😊
had an amazing Ephesus and Sirince Private Tour with Smart Turkey Tours. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Our guide, Selcuk, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of the region. The vehicle was comfortable, clean, and made the journey very enjoyable. One of the highlights of the tour was our lunch at the carpet cooperative. The food was delicious, and the presentation was exceptional. We were warmly welcomed and had the opportunity to learn about traditional Turkish craftsmanship in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere. Ephesus was absolutely fascinating, and Sirince was a charming village full of character and beautiful scenery. The entire experience exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Smart Turkey Tours to anyone visiting Turkey and looking for a professional, high-quality private tour experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We are delighted to hear that your Ephesus and Sirince Private Tour exceeded your expectations. It’s great to know that Selçuk’s knowledge, passion, and friendly approach helped make your day so memorable. We’re also happy that you enjoyed the comfortable transportation, the delicious lunch at the carpet cooperative, and the opportunity to experience traditional Turkish craftsmanship in such an authentic setting. 🌿 Ephesus and Şirince are truly special destinations, and we’re thrilled that you enjoyed both the fascinating history and the charming atmosphere of the village. Thank you for your kind recommendation and for choosing Smart Turkey Tours. We hope to welcome you back to Turkey for another unforgettable journey in the future! ✨
An amazing tour from start to finish! Ephesus was absolutely breathtaking, and our guide made it come alive with great storytelling. Şirince was a lovely, peaceful village full of charm and local flavors. Everything was well-organized, comfortable, and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to experience both history and authentic Turkish culture in one day!
Warm greetings from Turkey! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day exploring Ephesus and the charming village of Şirince. It means a lot to us that our guide’s storytelling and the overall organization of the tour made your experience memorable. Your kind words about the authentic Turkish culture and the comfort of the tour are greatly appreciated. It was our pleasure to host you, and we would be more than happy to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in Turkey. Best regards,
I joined the Ephesus & Sirince tour with Smart Turkey Tours from the Sun Princess and had a wonderful time. Everything was well organized, our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and Ephesus was truly impressive. Sirince village was a lovely and relaxing stop. Highly recommended!
Warm greetings from Turkey! Thank you very much for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time on your Ephesus & Şirince tour from the Sun Princess. It’s great to know that you found everything well organized and enjoyed the knowledge and friendliness of your guide. Ephesus truly is an impressive site, and we’re glad you also had a relaxing time in the charming village of Şirince. Your recommendation means a lot to us. It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in Turkey. Best regards, Smart Turkey Tours Team
Incredible knowledgeable guide with engaging discussion. Our family had a wonderful day with Ismail, learning about the ruins, rug weaving and local traditions.
We were welcomed at the exit of the port where our cruise ship docked on time by a very friendly guide. We took this tour with our family (children 6 & 4). As we were a small group and booked early we were able to avoid the crowds at Ephesus. This tour was the best choice for our family!
Tour was lovely. Wonderful tour of Ephesus and the a delicious authentic Turkish lunch. Carpet making was fascinating and then to Sirince Village. Tour guide was knowledgeable and very accommodating.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the tour with our guide. I hope to see you again on another adventure! 🙏✨
Ercument, our guide, was super friendly and knowledgeable! We learned a lot about not just the sights but the culture behind them. The lunch was amazing and the van was nice! First class all the way! Thank you Ercument!!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with Ercument—he truly loves sharing his knowledge and making guests feel welcome. It’s great to know you enjoyed not just the sights but also the cultural insights, the delicious lunch, and the comfortable van. We’re glad we could offer you a first-class experience. Hope to see you again on another adventure!
Thank you Ozden and team for a wonderful tour. We appreciate the flexibility and the history lesson you provided. Quality vehicles.
Dear guest, thank you very much for your valuable review. We are truly delighted and honored to learn that you had a wonderful experience in Turkey. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best regards.
We loved the trip. It was a quick easy pickup from the port and the ride was luxurious and comfortable. The ruins of Ephesus were awe inspiring and really showed us how advanced the city was. We had a great time exploring the regions arts and culture with our wonderful guide Ercument. Would go again.
Dear guest, thank you very much for your valuable review. We are truly delighted and honored to learn that you had a wonderful experience in Turkey. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best regards.
