Ephesus Tour: Explore Ancient Ruins & History

Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Ephesus on this private tour. Explore the ruins, visit Terrace Houses and the House of Virgin Mary, and learn about early Christianity and Roman history.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
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What's Included
  • Timely return to the port guaranteed
  • Entrance fees included
  • Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Lunch provided
  • Car park fees and local taxes included
  • Professional licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
  • The Virgin Mary’s House. (If you booked without tickets option)
  • Ancient City of Ephesus. (If you booked without tickets option)
  • Lunch
  • Beverages at lunch
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Discover the House of Virgin Mary, the Ephesus ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local guide, starting and ending at Kusadasi Port (exclusively for cruise passengers).
Benefit from skip-the-line access; your guide will have tickets ready, ensuring no waiting at the entrance.
The guide will recommend the best restaurant, and lunch is included if…

Location
Kuşadası Port Türkiye
Feribot Limanı
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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P8318kvjudya
Mar 7, 2026
Highly recommended tour! - Tayphun is the most amazing guide, his explanations are clear and thorough, and he is passionate about his country and culture. The tour was comprehensive yet leisurely. We will be back for sure!
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Jason
Mar 7, 2026
The best experience in Turkey and a must do experience - Typhone is the best tour guide I have ever experienced. Always smiling, helpful, generous, filled with a wealth of great knowledge. I couldn’t imagine taking a tour with anyone else. He made the best trip to Turkey for us. The tour was beyond beyond belief.
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Ashley
Mar 7, 2026
Wonderful morning with Raza - Raza was a very knowledgeable tour guide and Hossein was a very safe driver. We had a private van with star lights on the inside, making us feel like celebrities. We beat the rush at most of the sights, leaving port at 8am and returning around 1pm. We saw the house of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis first. We then went to a wholesale rug outlet where they showed us the process of making rugs and served us Raki and apple tea, before trying to sell us rugs and jewelry. We then had a quick meal of meatballs and chicken, before heading to a leather outlet to watch a fashion show before buying a jacket. It was a varied experience, perfect for the time we had in port.
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371babakd
Mar 7, 2026
Great tour - Burcu took care of us very well. Ahe was extremely knowledgeable and made our day extra special.
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Passenger23733534505
Mar 7, 2026
Lovely tour guide - #FILIZ is a nice and patient tour guide.
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Frankly52
Mar 7, 2026
Great tour guide in Kusadasi. - Extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Filiz was quick to assist and answer all questions thoroughly.
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Dreamer17535430708
Mar 7, 2026
Great guide in Ephesus - Feliz was a great guide! She was very knowledgeable about emphasis and we all had a great day. I highly recommend her as a guy for Ephesus
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Keith_h
Mar 7, 2026
Good tour group all around - This tour offers all the highlights of this stop has to offer. Small group, comfortable bus transport. Our guide Isik is great. She's knowledgeable, gave detailed information of the history. She's friendly and spoke clearly easy to understand. Most importantly, she genuinely care about everyone on the tour, very friendly & patient.
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Dream57863270911
Mar 7, 2026
Trip for our team - Nice, care, serious and knowledgeable
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Michelleww2549yi
Mar 7, 2026
Wonderful Time in Turkey - Nazim was fabulous. He was very helpful showing my Dad a great time especially with it being his first trip anywhere. Had a a great time with the tour and the food.
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).