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Ephesus and Local Flavors From Izmir

Izmir, Turkeyby Anatolia Expedition

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

This tour is specifically crafted to indulge the cruise patrons docking at Izmir port, with an unforgettable blend of history and gastronomy, highlighting the unique local life and flavors of Aegean Turkey. Your adventure begins at the Kusadasi port where transportation will whisk you away to the enchanting ruins of Ephesus. Following your historic escapade, we'll navigate to the lively Selcuk city center. Immerse yourself in the local life, and indulge in an epicurean journey tasting Aegean Turkey's most delicious street foods. Your palate will dance to the flavors of local delicacies like ice cream, Baklava - the special Turkish dessert, stuffed mussels, traditional sandwiches, and seasonal fruits. As the tour concludes, you'll return to the Izmir port to rejoin your cruise ship, carrying back memories of a delightful adventure.

What's included

  • Visit to traditional carpet-weaving village
  • Visit to Selcuk city center
  • Transportation from Izmir port and back
  • Guided tour of Ephesus
  • Fully A/C Brand New Mercedes
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    1 hour

    This tour is specifically crafted to indulge the cruise patrons docking at Izmir port, with an unforgettable blend of history and gastronomy, highlighting the unique local life and flavors of Aegean Turkey.

  2. 2

    Ephesus Ancient City

    2 hours

    Your adventure begins at the Kusadasi port where transportation will whisk you away to the enchanting ruins of Ephesus. Here, you'll marvel at the architectural wonders such as the famed Library of Celsus, the majestic Great Theater, the historical Temple of Hadrian, and many more relics steeped in antiquity.

  3. 3

    Selcuk

    2 hours

    Following your historic escapade, we'll navigate to the lively Selcuk city center. Immerse yourself in the local life, and indulge in an epicurean journey tasting Aegean Turkey's most delicious street foods. Your palate will dance to the flavors of local delicacies like ice cream, Baklava - the special Turkish dessert, stuffed mussels, traditional sandwiches, and seasonal fruits. The journey doesn't end there; you'll also visit traditional carpet-weaving villages or a leather factory, offering you a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the region.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    1 hour

    you'll also visit traditional carpet-weaving village

  5. 5

    Stop 5

    1 hour

    As the tour concludes, you'll return to the Kusadasi port to rejoin your cruise ship, carrying back memories of a delightful adventure. Your arrival and departure times are managed meticulously, ensuring you ample time to soak in the experience, right from the meet and greet at disembark time, discovering Ephesus, basking in the local life at Selcuk, to tasting street foods, and finally dropping off at the port.

Meeting and pickup

Our guide will welcome you in the meeting point with a board your name on it, we highly recommended comfortable shoes and take a hat with you.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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