An Incredible Tour of Ephesus and Kusadasi – Highly Recommended!
We visited Kusadasi for just a few hours during our Royal Caribbean cruise, and this tour was honestly one of the highlights of our trip!
From the very beginning, Hakan and our driver were incredibly kind, professional, and attentive. They picked us up in a beautiful, comfortable van, and throughout the entire day we felt very well taken care of. We visited several amazing places, but never felt rushed.
One of the things that impressed us the most was how well they planned the timing of the visits. Hakan knew exactly when to take us to the House of Mary and Ephesus to avoid the biggest crowds and long lines, which made a huge difference, especially in the summer heat.
And Hakan… what an incredible guide! He is extremely knowledgeable, but what made the experience truly special was that he shared part of his own life and personal story with us. His story was fascinating and made the tour feel much more personal and meaningful. And to make it even more special, Hakan is also a singer and he sang for us during the tour. It was such an emotional and unforgettable moment! ❤️
Our driver was also wonderful. He even lent us umbrellas to protect ourselves from the sun while visiting Ephesus, and when I mentioned that I wanted to write down my wishes at the House of Mary, he went out of his way to find white sheets of paper for me. Those little details showed us how much they genuinely cared about making our day special.
And we cannot forget the lunch! They took us to an amazing place with an incredible variety of food, and everything was absolutely delicious. After a long day exploring Ephesus, sitting down with a delicious Turkish meal and a cold Turkish beer was absolutely perfect! 🍺🇹🇷
I highly recommend this tour, Hakan, our driver, and VIP Ephesus Tours. Everything was excellent from beginning to end.
When I return to Turkey, I will definitely book my tours with Hakan and VIP Ephesus Tours again.
Thank you, Hakan, for making our day in Kusadasi so special and unforgettable! ❤️🇹🇷
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for this beautiful and heartfelt review! ❤️ We’re thrilled to hear that Hakan and our driver made your day in Kuşadası so special and memorable. It means a lot to know that the little details, the timing, the lunch, and even Hakan’s singing made your experience unforgettable. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. We look forward to welcoming you back to Turkey!
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X3812IApatriciat
August 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Educational and highly recommended tour.
A totally recommended experience. The service from Gokhan and his driver was impeccable. A tour to see the best sites in the area with complete comfort. Recommended for anyone.
事業者からの返答
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del tour y de la excelente atención de Gokhan y su conductor. Nos encanta saber que pudieron descubrir los mejores lugares de la zona con comodidad. ¡Esperamos recibirles nuevamente en Turquía! 🇹🇷
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146camilol
August 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable experience!
This tour exceeded all of our expectations, and the biggest reason was our guide HAKAN. From the very beginning, he was incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging. Every place we visited came alive through his stories, historical insights, and genuine enthusiasm.
What truly made the difference, however, was the kind of person he is. He was patient, thoughtful, friendly, and always made sure everyone felt included and comfortable. He went above and beyond to answer every question, share local recommendations, and make the experience personal rather than just informative.
You can tell that he genuinely loves what he does, and that passion is contagious. Thanks to him, we didn’t just visit the destination—we truly understood and appreciated it.
If you’re considering this tour, don’t hesitate. Having such an exceptional guide transforms a great tour into an unforgettable memory. Thank you for an amazing day—we’ll remember it for a long time! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for this heartfelt review! We’re thrilled to hear that Hakan made your day so memorable with his knowledge, passion, and genuine care. We’ll be sure to share your wonderful words with him. It means a lot to know that you didn’t just visit Turkey, but truly connected with its history and culture. We hope to welcome you back again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Travelluxebug
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Nice and easy going guide.
Our tour guide, Mehmet, was excellent. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and shared a wealth of interesting information about Turkey and all the places we visited, including the House of Mary, Ephesus, the carpet cooperative, and the leather shop. His explanations made the tour much more enjoyable and helped us better appreciate the history and culture of each destination.
We truly enjoyed having him as our guide and would highly recommend him.
The only downside was that we visited during the hottest season in Turkey, so the weather was extremely warm. If possible, I would recommend visiting during the cooler months for a more comfortable experience.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that Mehmet made your experience enjoyable with his knowledge and friendly approach. We’re also glad you appreciated the history and culture of the places you visited. And yes, summer in Turkey can certainly be hot! We hope to welcome you back during the cooler months for another wonderful experience. 🇹🇷
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23Lee2013
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Ephesus Tour
We have a good guide Mehmet and he explain well and helps control the time
事業者からの返答
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad to hear that Mehmet’s knowledge and time management helped make your tour enjoyable and smooth. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again! 😊
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657pattie
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Informative tour of Ephesus and surrounding areas
Ishmili was a fantastic guide. He was very thorough and his knowledge, emphasis and the surrounding area. Bus driver, Leo got us safely around the countryside. We enjoyed our lunch stop as the Turkish rug factory We booked through Project Expedition . We visited the Virgin Mary house, ancient Ephesus , Terrace houses, and Basilica of St John. Pick up at the cruise port was very easy and close.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Ishmili and Leo made your day enjoyable and comfortable. It’s great to know you appreciated the sites, the lunch experience, and the easy port pickup. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Turkey! 🇹🇷
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Sightseer515127
August 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Private Tour in Ephesus
This entire experience was excellent. From the moment of pickup until drop off. I truly felt like I was experiencing the real Turkey…as a VIP. This made the trip very smooth especially when traveling with kids.
The Ephesus museum was amazing thanks to our wonderful tour guide Emina. I would name all of the other parts of the tour but I wouldn’t want to ruin the surprise. Lunch was held outdoors in one of the local villages. Wow. All I have to say is the food was so fresh. The peaches were divine. I 100% recommend this tour.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you felt like a VIP and enjoyed experiencing the authentic side of Turkey with your family. We’re especially happy that Emina made your visit so memorable and that you enjoyed the delicious village lunch. Thank you for the 100% recommendation! 🇹🇷❤️
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93046
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very good
Great food, great experience, 10/10
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food and the overall experience. A 10/10 means a lot to us! We hope to welcome you back again! 😊
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Traveler805344
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect!
Tour was great! Very informative. Our guide Emine was amazing. Very sweet and knowledgeable. Food at lunch was authentic Turkish food... so good!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour, Emine’s guidance, and the authentic Turkish lunch. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her. It was a pleasure having you with us!
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jakebY1306DS
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Turkey Tour
had a great time! the tour guide was very nice!
事業者からの返答
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great time and enjoyed your experience with our guide. We truly appreciate your feedback!