Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port | On-Time Return & Skip-the-Line

ON-TIME RETURN GUARANTEE FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS See Ephesus in a small group with a licensed local guide and comfortable transportation from Kusadasi. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the Ephesus Experience Museum, with time to learn about the places you’re seeing without feeling rushed. For cruise guests, we plan the day around your ship’s schedule and guarantee your return to Kusadasi Port on time. Skip-the-Line Tickets: Entrance fees are not included in the tour price. Your guide can arrange tickets in advance at the official ticket office price, helping you avoid the ticket line. For Cruise Guests: We recommend meeting your guide within 30 minutes of leaving the ship. Starting early helps you stay ahead of the larger tour groups, avoid some of the midday heat and make the most of your time in port.

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   Selcuk

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   We will meet you at the agreed pick up point and drive you to Selcuk town for Ephesus Tour. Please contact us after you complete the booking process and confirm pick up time and location. If you are a cruise passenger, we will need your cruiseship details for a seamless experience we aim to provide for you.

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   The House of the Virgin Mary

   1 hour

   The House of Virgin Mary is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located in Bülbüldağı, located in the vicinity of Ephesus. This sacred place was awarded to the visit of various popes and the Patriarchate Blessing.

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   Ephesus Ancient City

   2.5 hours

   Discover one of the most popular trade cities of ancient Greek and Roman Empire. Ephesus is probably the most famous ancient site in Turkey. It was a busy trade center as a port city. Ephesus had a great influence on the ancient world. Also as an important religious center of early Christianity and one of the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations. In Ephesus you will see, Celcus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan and the Theater and more.

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   Ephesus Terrace Houses

   30 min

   These are exclusive residences situated on the slopes opposite the Temple of Hadrian along Curetes Street. Commonly known as the “rich houses,” they were uncovered during recent excavations. The houses near Curetes Street feature colonnaded porticoes, while step streets connected directly to the house entrances. We will stop at Terrace Houses and explore the Houses of Rich Ephesians.

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   Stop 5

   30 min

   We'll visit the Ephesus Experience Museum and step into the past with cutting-edge technology that brings the ancient city to life! Through incredible projections and interactive exhibits, you'll feel what it was really like to live in Ephesus during its prime—a perfect way to put the marble ruins you just saw into stunning historical context.

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   The Temple of Artemis

   30 min

   Temple of Artemis is one of the Seven Wonders of the World completed in 550 BC is at the outskirts of Ephesus. It is a sanctuary built in a sacred place. The temple itself dates back to 8th century BC but the sacred place dates way back. It has been destroyed three times and rebuilt. But it has been abandoned after Christians started to rule the area.

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   Stop 7

   1 hour

   Open buffet lunch in a local restaurant with traditional Turkish Food & vegetarian options in Selcuk.

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   Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI

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   As we head toward the port, enjoy a scenic drive past the historic Kusadasi Caravanserai. This brief glimpse offers a view of the beautifully restored 17th-century Ottoman landmark.

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   Kusadasi

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   We will take a route through Kusadasi Downtown, allowing you to get a final look at the lively harbor and modern Aegean town atmosphere before reaching the port.

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    Port Kusadasi Turkey

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    Your Ephesus Shore Excursion ends with a smooth transfer back to either Kusadasi Cruise Port or Marina. We ensure you arrive on time, providing enough time before your ship's scheduled departure.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

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