Best of Ephesus: Private or Group Skip-the-Line Tour for Cruisers
5 hoursCultural and Theme Tours
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Wheelchair accessible
About this experience
The Best of Ephesus tour distinguishes itself through its flexible and all-inclusive approach, enabling guests to explore the Ancient City of Ephesus according to their individual preferences. Participants may select from private or small group experiences, with customizable itineraries that include options such as Ephesus combined with the Temple of Artemis, Terrace Houses, or the House of the Virgin Mary.
Guests will have the opportunity to stroll along the remarkably preserved streets of Ephesus, one of the Mediterranean's most significant ancient cities. The tour also features visits to the Terrace Houses, renowned for their intricate mosaics and frescoes, as well as the serene and spiritual House of the Virgin Mary.
We guarantee your timely return to the port, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience.
Next available dates
What’s included
- GUARANTEED on-time return.
- Professional licensed tour guide.
- Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
- Lunch
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
- 1
Drive to Ephesus
According your Private tour pick up time meet with your guide and drive to Ephesus,
- 2
House of Virgin Mary
it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days. Also it is believed that the Assumption took place there in the 15th of August
- 3
Ancient Ephesus
Ancient Ephesus; An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
- 4
The Temple of Artemis
was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in atiuqity and made Ephesus a much-visited pligrimage place. There were totally 127 ionic columns with the height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world.
- 5
Drive to Kusadasi
At the end of the tour drive you back to departure point.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English, Russian, and Japanese
- Start times
- 07:30 · 08:00 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00 · 10:30 · 13:30 · 14:00
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
- The tour offers Ephesus+Artemis Temple, Ephesus+Terrace Houses, Ephesus+House of Mary GROUP and PRIVATE tour Options. Please seleck optıon that meets your wishes at tour bookıng.
- Private Tour Options: The tour wıll be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay in the sites as much you wish, if there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
- The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
- We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- Passport for children if any
- Camera
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 5 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English, Russian, and Japanese
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
Is this experience wheelchair accessible?
Yes — the supplier lists this experience as wheelchair accessible.
From AED 47 per person
