Our guide was Tan, he was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly and made the day fantastic! Would highly recommend him and the tour.





All Inclusive BIBLICAL Ephesus - St. John Basilica - Artemission Temple with Bible Oriented Tour Guide NO HIDDEN COST: Entrence Fees, Private Bible Oriented Licenced tour guide, A/C transportation, parking fees and Traditional Turkish Lunch are included in the price. Terrace houses can be added into the program. When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES ( Except Customizable Tour ) Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates - Our tour guide will meet you at the Kusadasi port with your name sign.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Our professional licenced tour guide will meet you at Kusadasi port with Your Name Sign at Pre-arranged time. Guests who stays in the listed hotels in Kusadasi will be picked up from their hotels.
Drive to Ephesus through Gazibegendi Park to have the best view of Kusadasi Port and center
After greeting, we will have 20 mins. Drive to Ephesus area. Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7), the major port city on the Aegean, was the commercial, political, and religious center of all of Asia Minor. The city became part of the Roman Empire in the second century B.C. As a Roman capital of Asia Minor, Ephesus boasted a population approaching 250,000 people. The Apostle Paul’s first visit to Ephesus was brief—during his second missionary tour (Acts 18:19-21). His second visit lasted about three years—during his third missionary tour (Acts 19:1 to 20:31). Luke’s account of the worship of Diana appears in Acts 19:34-35. The Great Theatre (stadium) mentioned in Acts 19:29-31 could seat 25,000 people. Walk the marble-paved street with grooves made by chariot wheels. See the Fountain of Trojan, the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.
**Terrace Houses are included only in Option with Terrace Houses Bookings.** 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. Not recommended for people who has walking difficulties and acro-phobia (fear of heights).
After Traditional Turkish Lunch, we will visit The Basilica of St. John it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.
Then Continue to visit Temple of Artemis which is one of the seven wonders of Ancient time before our 20 minutes drive to Kusadasi.
Arrival to Kusadasi city center and to the port. The end of our services
The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email. All Inclusive CHRISTIAN Ephesus - St. John Basilica - Artemission Temple with Bible Oriented Tour Guide NO HIDDEN COST: Entrence Fees, Private Bible Oriented Licenced tour guide, A/C transportation, parking fees and Traditional Turkish Lunch are included in the price. Terrace houses can be added into the program. When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES and Lunch Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests and listed Hotels. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.
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BIBLICAL Ephesus with Bible Oriented Tour guide NO HIDDEN FEES lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $119 per person for this Kusadasi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 11 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 4–7 pay from $31, adults from $119. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email. All Inclusive CHRISTIAN Ephesus - St. John Basilica - Artemission Temple with Bible Oriented Tour Guide NO HIDDEN COST: Entrence Fees, Private Bible Oriented Licenced tour guide, A/C transportation, parking fees and Traditional Turkish Lunch are included in the price. Terrace houses can be added into the program. When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES and Lunch Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests and listed Hotels. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message. Pickup points include Korumar Hotel De Luxe, Kusadasi Cruise Terminal.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kusadasi Private Tours.
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Our guide was Tan, he was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly and made the day fantastic! Would highly recommend him and the tour.
Our visit to Ephesus was truly an unforgettable experience. Walking through the ancient city and knowing that the Apostle Paul once walked these very streets made the experience especially meaningful to us. Our guide, Yuvasi, was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and did an excellent job bringing the history and biblical significance of each location to life. His stories and explanations made every stop even more memorable. This was more than just sightseeing—it was a meaningful journey through history and faith. We are so grateful for the experience and the beautiful memories we made in Ephesus. We highly recommend this tour!
A wonderful tour of Ephesus with our very knowledgeable tour guide, Elissávet. Kusadasi came alive through her biblical commentary, and introductions to the local culture. We could not have had a better time!
Our guide was superb, both delightful and entertaining.... with wonderful local, historical & religious commentary. Very enjoyable stops at the Turkish rug weavers, and the ceramic pottery family shop. And the luncheon at the Agora was quite good. We could not have had a better time, and felt that we truly enjoyed the culture of Ephesus!
★★★★★ Absolutely the Best Tour We Have Ever Taken! If I could give Gangas and this tour more than five stars, I would. What we thought would be a standard excursion turned into one of the most meaningful travel experiences of our lives. We accidentally booked a private tour, and from the moment Gangas greeted us at the port, we knew this day would be special. Gangas is an incredible guide. As a retired engineer, he has an amazing ability to explain history, archaeology, culture, and biblical significance in a way that is both fascinating and easy to understand. His knowledge of Ephesus is extraordinary, but what truly sets him apart is his genuine kindness and passion for sharing his country. He made us feel less like tourists and more like friends. Throughout the day he introduced us to local friends, shared authentic Turkish tea, traditional Turkish coffee, and an incredible local meal. We visited Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis, but we also experienced the warmth and hospitality of Türkiye in a way that most visitors never do. On a personal level, this tour meant even more to me. Gangas reminded me so much of my grandfather, whom we lost three years ago. His gentle demeanor, wisdom, and even the fact that he was a retired engineer made me feel an unexpected sense of comfort throughout the day. What started as a sightseeing tour became something deeply meaningful, and I will always be grateful for that gift. If you are considering a tour of Ephesus, don’t hesitate for a second. Book with Gangas. You won’t just learn about history, you’ll experience it through someone who truly loves sharing it. This was, without question, one of the highlights of our trip and a day we will treasure for the rest of our lives. Thank you, Gangas, for your kindness, your friendship, and for giving us memories that will last forever. May God bless you and your family.
The tour was quite impressive. The tour also included visits to a leather factory and to a rug factory. Ephesus was an excellent site to visit. The food was OK. Overall I would recommend this excursion.
Excellent tour from every perspective, historical, cultural and talents. We got to see and understand what we were visiting, what happened there and when , and what happened next. The pace was good, especially being able to avoid the crowds of tourists all around but still being able to see things ourselves. The tour could not have been better.
A private tour like Viator was great because there was a few special places to visit and with a lot of large cruise tours, it was crowded for them, but for a small private Viator tour, we could time our stops differently to have a better experience.
An amazing tour. Our guide Ekim’s knowledge was brilliant, he was so passionate about the history of Ephesus. The tour far exceeded our expectations. Would highly recommend.
This was a splendid private tour. We had so many great places included. Our guide was deeply informative. We were treated to a great lunch of local favorites. We would highly recommend.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BIBLICAL Ephesus with Bible Oriented Tour guide NO HIDDEN FEES | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (24) | $119 | |
Biblical Ephesus with Bible Oriented Guide & Lunch NO HIDDEN FEES | 6–7 hours | 5.0 (79) | $169 | View |
ALL INCLUSIVE Biblical Ephesus with BIBLE Oriented Guide &LUNCH | 6–7 hours | 5.0 (606) | $169 | View |
NO HIDDEN FEES PRIVATE & Group Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tours | 4–6 hours | 4.9 (2,877) | $109 | View |
FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch | 6–7 hours | 5.0 (1,471) | $16 | View |
Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch | 4–6 hours | 4.9 (871) | $40 | View |
Private Ephesus Bible Study Tour From Kusadasi Port | 4–5 hours | 4.9 (156) | $23 | View |