Ephesus Private Shore Excursion from Kusadasi Port
- 4–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
The "Masterpieces of Ephesus Tour" is a great option for cruise passengers who want to explore the ancient city of Ephesus. Your guide will meet you at the Kusadasi port and drive to Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world. Then, you'll explore the ancient city of Ephesus, where you'll see the Library of Celsus, the Grand Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Odeon. You will also have the opportunity to explore the Terrace Houses of Ephesus, which are beautifully preserved examples of Roman-era houses, where the wealthy residents of Ephesus lived. Finally, the tour concludes with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple is now in ruins, but the site is still impressive and offers a glimpse into the past. As for the pick-up and drop-off, they are included in the tour. Stores to visit: Carpet Weaving Village Leather Factory
Inclusions
What's included
- Deluxe Lunch
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- A bottle of water during tour
- Professional Licenced Tour Guide
- Insurance
What's not
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance fee - Ephesus Ancient City 40 €
- Entrance fee - Ephesus Terrace Houses 15 €
Itinerary
Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
Terraced Houses, are located on the hill, opposite the Hadrian Temple. Also called as “the houses of rich”, important for the reason give us about family life during the Roman period. They were built according to Hippodamian plan of the city in which roads transected each other of right angels.
Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world.
Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was the harbour city. This giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street, Harbour Street.
Visit a traditional carpet weaving village to discover the art of handmade Turkish carpets, watch local artisans at work, and learn about centuries-old weaving techniques and natural dyes. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients in a peaceful village setting, offering an authentic taste of Turkish hospitality and cuisine.
Guaranteed return on time to cruise. You will be dropped off to Kusadasi port.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Turkey Tours Company
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
- FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
How it compares in Kusadasi
- Its from-price is 69% below the median of the 1371 experiences we list in Kusadasi.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 321 of 1371.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kusadasi
Kuşadası is a busy Aegean resort on Turkey's west coast, a short drive from Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean.
The town curves around a bay with a busy cruise port, a marina and Pigeon Island, linked to the shore by a causeway and topped by a small stone fortress. The old town's streets climb behind the harbour with bazaars, cafés and restaurants, and beaches such as Ladies Beach and Long Beach stretch along the coast.
Top-ranked sights in Kusadasi: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Caravanserai (Öküz Mehmed Pasha Caravanserai), Kusadasi Shopping Center (Kusadasi AVM).
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