




Begin your tour at your choice of times, with pickup at your cruise ship dock. Most people then head to Ephesus, which is located a short drive from Kusadasi. Your private guide takes you through the well-preserved ruins of the ancient Greek and Roman city, pointing out highlights including the Gate of Mazeus and Mithridates, the Great Theater, the Odeon, the Library of Celsus, the fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, and more. Stop at the Temple of Artemis, which stood close to Ephesus and is marked by a single remaining column. Then visit the Meryemana (House of the Virgin Mary), a site that's sacred to both Christians and Muslims, and discover the legend of the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, another story that's common to Christianity and Islam. You'll take a break for lunch (fee not included), and be returned to the port at the end of your tour.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 24.
Resort City
Lots of markets around the port
The island where is located very closed to port
The best well-kept ancient city in the world. an UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets, Terrace Houses ( Optinal ) famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings.
A pilgrimage centre House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see during your visit.
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world
We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds. THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For Cruisers : Private Ephesus Tour With Local Tour Guide lasts about 4–6 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $39 per person for this Selcuk experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds. THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR Pickup points include Ephesus, Kusadasi.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Private Ephesus Tours.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
For Cruisers : Private Ephesus Tour With Local Tour Guide | 4–6 hours | 5.0 (8) | $39 | |
FOR CRUISERS: Best of Ephesus Private Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE & ON-TIME RETURN) | 4–6 hours | 4.9 (47) | $25 | View |
Private Tour : Customized Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi Ephesus Port | 4–6 hours | 5.0 (22) | $39 | View |
FOR CRUISERS /Top Seller Ephesus Private Tour / On Time Return | 5h 30min | 5.0 (21) | $39 | View |
Private Tour : Magnificent Ephesus and Turkish Village Life Tour for Cruisers | 4–6 hours | 3.7 (3) | $39 | View |
Private Tour : Best of Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers | 4–6 hours | 5.0 (1) | $39 | View |
Private Express Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port / Cruisers only | 4–5 hours | 5.0 (18) | $304 | View |