Tours/Kusadasi/FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Ancient City & Ephesus Museum Tour
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FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Ancient City & Ephesus Museum Tour

4.9(32)Kusadasi1 hour
VIATOR4.9(31)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

• GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT / • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) / • FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS / • PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE / • LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT / • REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS / • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES / . Discover the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, the largest open-air museum of Turkey that is listed in UNESCO World Heritage, with our LOCAL & LICENSED TOUR GUIDES. In addition, explore the Ephesus Archeological Museum and see the findings made through the works places in the city. Planning a visit & logistics to that important destinations takes serious time in your limited Cruise Journey. During this hassle-free day trip, you can settle back and relax while our team handles the LOGISTICS, SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS, LUNCH, and all others. So, the only thing you need to do is ENJOYING YOUR DAY!

Tour Options

PRIVATE TOUR
  • INCLUDING: Professional Tour Guide and Transportation throughout your Tour. Top-level service quality! Pickup included

Itinerary

10 min

We will meet you at the Cruise Port! Once your tour is booked, we’ll reach out promptly with your customised meeting time and precise meeting location, arranged according to your cruise ship’s arrival & departure.

Admission not included120 min

UNESCO listed place; The ancient city of Ephesus (Ephesos) takes you on an unforgettable journey through history; etched on minds as the home of the Blessed Virgin Mary, stretching back to the Neolithic period and inhabited in the greatest period of the Roman Empire. This ancient city was valued for a long time as a harbour town, and due to the excavations which have uncovered new sections and artefacts every year, the city continues to surprise its visitors and to maintain its historical value. Many famous classical philosophers, who are still read today, such as Heraclitus, lived in the scientific, artistic and cultural city of Ephesus.

Admission not included60 min

Explore the artifacts that has been founded during the excavations of Ephesus. Also, the great marble statue of the Artemis which was the main protector goddess of the Ephesians during the Hellenistic time in the city!

Admission included30 min

You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...

Pass by

We will drive through the Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.

Pass by

Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.

10 min

At the end of our tour, we will return to the Cruise Port. PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate the return time. OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

Highlights

Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service

What's included

Included
Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
Not included
Gratuities recommended
Ephesus Ruins
Ephesus Archeological Museum

Pickup Locations & Times

*****CRUISE PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE CRUISE PORT***** • We highly recommend you to meet our team, after 30/45 minutes your ship docked to the Port. So, you might beat the crowds, school buses, and hot weather in order to have a better experience during your Tour in Ephesus. • After you sent your reservation, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time. • This tour doesn't include Entrance Tickets & Lunch. The Skip the Line Entrance Tickets & Local Lunch can be arranged by our team due to your request. Please contact us and advise our team, if you wish to have all-inclusive and pre-arranged for your day. *****HOTEL PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE HOTELS***** • We have pick-up and drop-off services from CENTRALLY located KUSADASI and SELCUK TOWN Hotels. • We have pick-up and drop-off services from Izmir Hotels and Izmir Cruise Port with an additional fee of 100 USD in total for up to 15 personas. • Please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and learn your certain meeting time.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • We highly recommend you to meet our team, after 30/45 minutes your ship docked to the Port. So, you might beat the crowds, school buses, and hot weather in order to have a better experience during your Tour in Ephesus.
  • Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Hotels which is centrally located in Kusadasi or Selcuk Towns
  • Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Izmir Cruise Port and Izmir Hotels with an additional fee of 100 USD for up to 15 Persons.
  • After you sent your reservation, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time.

Reviews(32)

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David_L
August 19, 2026
Private tour of Ancient Ephesus and Kusadasi

We had the pleasure of spending the day with Ozzy. He was informative, entertaining and kept the tour fun. Mr B. Our driver was also very good I would definitely recommend this tour

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Jaymee_B
July 21, 2026
Great experience overall

Great day. Guide was knowledgeable and keen to share facts and historical insights with us. He was friendly and ensured we enjoyed ourselves - giving us options and accommodating to our demanding teenagers fussy eating. She came away saying it was one of her top three experiences of our vacation We loved learning about the investment iby govt to ensure the traditional process and craft of the hand made rigs is maintained. We also purchased a rug which was exceptionally priced and loved that we witnessed the place it was made in and knowing profits go back to the community to keep the craft alive.

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your kind words. Knowing you had a great experience encourages us to keep delivering unforgettable tours. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Aaron_S
June 1, 2026
Josh is the best!! Great tour!

Josh was amazing! Made our family feel very comfortable throughout and made this a true VIP experience! Never been to Turkey - we learned a lot and made so many memories!! Will use Josh when we return.

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your kind words. Knowing you had a great experience encourages us to keep delivering unforgettable tours. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Andrew_R
May 21, 2026
Amazing Ephesus - not to be missed

There was so much to see. We definitely needed a tour guide to get the most of the 2-1/2 hours spent in the historical beautiful Ephesus. We were just in awe of the sights all around us. The virtual movie Nilay brought us to immersed us into what life was like in that ancient city. Most visitors would have most likely missed this movie/museum without a good tour guide., We had the best with Nilay and will ask for her next time we’re visiting Turkey. We checked with this app because we wanted to make sure we picked a good reputable tour company. They were excellent and deserving of their positive reviews. They kept us informed and gave specific meet up directions.. They were on time and Nilay spotted us first with no problem. We’ve been in Europe for about 3 weeks., This tour of Ephesus and the Carpet Museum included with Turkmen Caroet company was my favorite. We got see the women working their artistry on their looms. We came away with appreciation for the work involved and incomparable quality of these hand made one of a kind Turkish carpets. We thoroughly enjoyed this feature included in our tour. Many thanks Nilay and the Iglesiast Tour Company (hope I have your name right.)

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your kind words. Knowing you had a great experience encourages us to keep delivering unforgettable tours. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Gordon_L
May 1, 2026
Best Trip Ever

Nilay was a wonderful, knowledgeable and patient guide. You can tell she is passionate about her country and its rich history. She customizes your itinerary based on your preference and interests. 5/5 I would recommend!

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your kind words. Knowing you had a great experience encourages us to keep delivering unforgettable tours. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Keith_F
April 28, 2026
Ephesus

An amazing place. Opted out of the Turkish lunch and rug making/selling portions of the tour despite the guides' insistence. For us, this tour would have been improved by just providing us transportation to/from Ephesus, a general presentation at the beginning along with a brief written guide to the major interesting points and then let us proceed by ourselves at our own pace. Felt like this tour was more the guides' tour than for us.

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Karen_S
February 7, 2026
Really great trip, the...

Really great trip, the tour guide was very informative and was great to bring to life the culture and history

Operator response

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your kind words. Knowing you had a great experience encourages us to keep delivering unforgettable tours. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Cheryl_H
September 17, 2025
Ephesus Tour with Ismail (Smile)

Ismail our tour guide met us right at the exit gate of the ship. He was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. We had a wonderful lunch and time to shop in addition to seeing the wonderful sites at Ephesus.

Operator response

Dear Guest, Your happiness is our greatest reward. We’re delighted you had a wonderful time and look forward to seeing you again on another journey. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Gerald_S
July 23, 2025
Our visit to the ancient city of Ephesus

Our guide, Necat, gave us a wonderful introduction to the classical ruins at Ephesus. We saw the major sites and there was no question he could not answer about this ancient Greek city. We learned a lot and hope to return soon. And to top it off he kept us cool on a really hot day (101F) - Thanks Necat!

Operator response

Dear Guest, We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It was our pleasure to be a part of your journey and we hope to see you again soon. Best Turkey Tour Team

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Laurie_P
July 19, 2025
Great tour of Ephesus!

My husband and I were picked up at 7:30 (as recommended and great advice) from our cruise port and explored Ephesus, which was amazing! Our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable. Having a tour guide is really helpful to help learn more about the city. I have already recommended this tour to a friend who will be going on a cruise next year.

Operator response

Dear Guest, We’re grateful for your review and happy to know you had a great tour with us. We hope to welcome you again soon! Best Turkey Tour Team

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