Skip the Line Cruise Half Day Private Tour Adventure in Ephesus
Our private tour program of Ephesus offers a distinctly personalized experience that sets us apart from other companies. With a focus on exclusivity and customization, we tailor each tour to your interests and pace, ensuring a truly bespoke journey through this ancient city. Unlike standard group tours, our private excursions feature dedicated, expert guides who provide in-depth, engaging narratives and respond to your specific questions and interests.
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Skip the Line Cruise Half Day Private Tour Adventure in Ephesus
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What's included in Skip the Line Cruise Half Day Private Tour Adventure in Ephesus
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kusadasi
After meeting your guide at the Kusadasi port, you'll board the waiting minivan just outside the port and head towards Ephesus, approximately a half-hour journey.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Upon arrival at Ephesus, we embark on our exploration of this meticulously preserved ancient city. Originally founded in the 10th century BC by Attic and Ionian Greek settlers on the former Arzawan capital site, Ephesus thrived as a prominent city-state along the Ionian coast, approximately 3 kilometers southwest of modern-day Selçuk in İzmir Province, Turkey. During the Classical Greek period, it held significant status as one of the twelve cities belonging to the Ionian League. In 129 BC, Ephesus fell under the dominion of the Roman Republic, marking a pivotal era in its history.
The Temple of Artemis
The Temple of Artemis, also called the Artemision or Temple of Diana, was an ancient Greek temple honoring a local version of the goddess Artemis (equivalent to the Roman goddess Diana). Situated in Ephesus, it underwent complete reconstruction twice: first following a destructive flood, and later, three centuries after, due to an arson attack. In its ultimate incarnation, it achieved renown as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. By the year 401 AD, the temple had suffered ruin or destruction. Today, only foundational remnants and fragments of the last temple remain at the site.
Inclusions
- Taxes
- Professional License Tour Guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Luxury Minivan
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Entrance Ticket for Ephesus (45 Usd Per Person )
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
For Cruise Guests We strongly recommend that you meet at the port 30 to 45 minutes after your ship has docked. This will help you avoid the crowds and the hot weather that can occur later in the afternoon. By meeting earlier, you can enjoy a more pleasant and less crowded tour of Ephesus. If your ship is scheduled to arrive at 7:00 AM, we suggest meeting at 8:00 AM. If your ship arrives later than 7:00 AM, please plan to meet approximately 30 minutes after your ship docks Please note, this tour is exclusively for cruise guests. If you are not arriving by cruise ship, kindly refrain from booking this tour and consider other available options. Our tours are conducted in English only. We do not offer tours in Spanish or any other languages. We guarantee that you will be returned to your ship on time. This is a private tour/activity, meaning that only your group will participate.
