All Inclusive Customizable Ephesus VIP Shore Tour with Lunch
Step off your cruise ship and into the ancient world with a private guided tour from Kusadasi. Walk through the legendary city of Ephesus, where Roman roads, grand temples, and timeless stories wait to be discovered. Your expert guide brings each site to life with vivid history and rich detail.
Marvel at the ruins of the Temple of Artemis. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, a peaceful spiritual site. Visit the Basilica of St. John, and choose to see the Terrace Houses for a deeper look at elite Roman life.
This private experience is fully customizable. You set the pace and choose what to see. Enjoy the comfort of a private vehicle, a local lunch, and seamless service with all entrance fees included. Perfect for history lovers and curious minds, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through time, all in one remarkable day.
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All Inclusive Customizable Ephesus VIP Shore Tour with Lunch
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What's included in All Inclusive Customizable Ephesus VIP Shore Tour with Lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Meeting at Kusadasi Port: Your professional tour guide will meet you at Kusadasi Port, holding a sign with your name. This ensures a smooth and easy start to your day. The exact pickup time will be shared in your confirmation message. Please be ready at the main port exit at the arranged time for a seamless beginning to your private tour.
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Caravanserai and Marina Views: As you begin your drive to Ephesus, enjoy views of Kusadasi’s coastal beauty and historic charm. You will pass by the impressive Okuz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai, a 17th century Ottoman structure that once welcomed traders from distant lands. Nearby, the Kusadasi Marina offers a modern contrast with its calm waters and moored yachts. These glimpses of past and present mark the beginning of your journey into ancient history.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Life in a Roman City: Begin your visit to Ephesus by walking through one of the best preserved ancient cities in the world. Follow marble streets once used by Roman citizens, surrounded by temples, fountains, monuments and grand public spaces. See the Odeon, the Temple of Domitian, Curetes Street, and the Trajan Fountain. Admire the beautifully restored Celsus Library and stand before the Grand Theater, originally built in the third century BC and expanded by the Romans to hold twenty four thousand people. For a deeper look into Roman daily life, you may choose to visit the Terrace Houses inside Ephesus. Entry requires a separate ticket, but offers rare views of elite homes with mosaics and frescoes still intact. Every step through Ephesus reveals a layer of history, culture, and architectural brilliance.
Inclusions
- Entrance Fees. (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line)
- Traditional Turkish Lunch.
- Port or Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Guaranteed On Time Return to Port.
- Professional Licensed private tour guide.
- Private transportation By private A/C Mercedes Minibus.
- Drinks.
- Graditutes.
- Terrace Houses can be added to your tour by paying the entrance fee.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- Private Tour for your Family and Friends.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- No Hidden Cost. All inclusive tour with Guide, Lunch and Entrance Fees. (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line)
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
This all inclusive private tour has no hidden costs and is fully customizable to your interests. The suggested pick up time will be provided in your confirmation message. Your professional guide will meet you at the Kusadasi Cruise Terminal or in the lobby of one of our listed hotels. Guests must be staying in one of these selected hotels to qualify for hotel pick up. Once you meet your guide, you can decide together which sites you would like to visit. Your guide will begin with a brief introduction of the area and offer recommendations based on your preferences. You will then travel comfortably in your private vehicle, with the freedom to explore at your own pace. You may stop for photos, spend more time at the places that interest you most, and enjoy a flexible schedule. The service is available for a duration of three to eight hours, ending at least one hour before your cruise ship’s departure. This is a private experience for your group only. No waiting for others, just seamless service from arrival to departure.
