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A historical site with ancient ruins, including a large stone structure with columns and arches, and a sign indicating no smoking. 2
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was €74 and current price is €66 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • BEST-SELLING EPHESUS TOUR WITH A LOCAL EXPERT GUIDE!

    Tour Highlights:
    Ephesus Ruins – Walk in the footsteps of Mother Mary as you explore ancient streets. Marvel at iconic landmarks like:

    The Great Theatre
    Celsus Library
    Trajan Fountain
    Odeon Temple
    Terrace Houses (where the wealthiest Ephesians lived)
    House of the Virgin Mary – Visit the sacred place where Mary spent her final days.

    Capture stunning photos from the best vantage points!
    Learn the rich history of early Christians and Romans from your expert guide.

    Choose Your Experience:
    Small Group Tour – A more intimate experience with up to 10 people.
    Private Tour – A fully personalised tour tailored just for you.

    Book now for an unforgettable journey through history!

Activity location

  • Port Kusadasi Turkey
    • Camikebir, Feribot LimanI
    • 09400, Kusadasi, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Port Kusadasi Turkey
    • Camikebir, Feribot LimanI
    • 09400, Kusadasi, Turkiye

Check availability

SMALL GROUP WITHOUT TICKETS

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

◉ This Option:: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
Duration: 5 hours
◉: Mercedes High Model Minibus.
◉ In Day:: ➤ Can be paid on tour day in cash or by card.
Pickup included

Price details
€17.13
€10.28 x 2 Adults€20.56
Paid at activity€111.18
Total
The previous price was €145.44 and current price is €131.74
40% off

PRIVATE TOUR WITHOUT TICKETS

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

◉ This Option:: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
Duration: 5 hours
◉: Mercedes High Model Minibus.
◉ In Day: : ➤ Can be paid on tour day in cash or by card.
Pickup included

Price details
€44.18
€26.51 x 2 Adults€53.02
Paid at activity€111.18
Total
The previous price was €199.54 and current price is €164.20
40% off

Small Group Tour + Entry Fees✅

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Includes Entry Tickets ✅: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
◉◉: Group size will be up to 10-12 people.
Lunch:: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected traditional restaurants.
◉: Brand New Mercedes Sprinter
◉: Guaranteed on time return to port.
Pickup included

Price details
€98.27 x 2 Adults€196.54
Paid at activity€111.18
Total
Price is €307.72

Private Tour with Entry Fees ✅

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Entry Fees ✅: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
➤ : This is a PRIVATE tour with professional tour guide.
Lunch:: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected traditional restaurants.
◉: Brand New Mercedes Sprinter Minibus
◉: Guaranteed on time return to port.
Pickup included

Price details
€143.35 x 2 Adults€286.70
Paid at activity€111.18
Total
Price is €397.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lunch at a Local Restaurant
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees (for the "Entrance Fees Included" option)
  • Inclusions
    Car Park Fees & Local Taxes
  • Inclusions
    Pick-up & Drop-off from Kusadasi Port
  • Inclusions
    Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Exclusions
    Entry fees (for the "Entry Fees Excluded" option)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Drinks

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children aged 8 and under enter free. Please bring passports for verification.
    • We GUARANTEE your on-time return to the port
    • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
    • ✅INCLUDES ENTRANCE FEES OPTIONS: Enjoy the privilege of skipping the ticket lines.
    • ❌EXCLUDE ENTRANCE FEES OPTIONS: y Especially in Private Tours, you’re not required to pay for sites you choose not to visit.
    • House of the Virgin Mary Entrance Fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
    • Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Port Kusadasi Turkey

  • 30m
Based on the pick-up time we will coordinate with your ship's arrival, meet your guide at the Kusadasi Cruise Port to begin your journey to the first stop on the itinerary.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
The House of the Virgin Mary, located 6 km north of the ruins of Ephesus, is believed to be the place where Mary spent her final days. A church was built here in the 6th century AD on the foundations of a 1st-century house, and it has been recognised by the Church as her last residence.

The Temple of Artemis

  • 45m
The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was renowned for its grand scale and sacred significance. Dedicated to the goddess Artemis, the temple made Ephesus a major pilgrimage centre in antiquity. It featured 127 Ionic columns, each standing 19 metres tall. Remarkably, the temple also functioned as one of the earliest known banks in the ancient world.

Golden Fringe

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Port Kusadasi Turkey

  • 30m
After the tour concludes, we head back to Kusadasi Port for your departure.

Ancient City of Ephesus

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Ephesus Ancient City is an archaeological treasure and the best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. In the 1st century AD, it was the second-largest city in the world after Rome, with a population exceeding 250,000. Strategically located at the heart of the ancient world, Ephesus served as a major gateway between East and West, thanks to its vast harbour and thriving trade. More than just a commercial hub, Ephesus was also steeped in romance—it was famously the honeymoon destination of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. The city is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: the magnificent Temple of Artemis. Today, Ephesus remains so well preserved that a walk through its ancient streets feels like stepping back in time. Visitors can marvel at grand monuments like the Library of Celsus, the third-largest library of the ancient world, and the Great Theatre—the largest Roman theatre in Asia Minor. Exploring Ephesus is truly a journey through history.

Location

Activity location

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    Port Kusadasi Turkey
    • Camikebir, Feribot LimanI
    • 09400, Kusadasi, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Port Kusadasi Turkey
    • Camikebir, Feribot LimanI
    • 09400, Kusadasi, Turkiye

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