Overview

Duration: 1 day
Tour starting point: Kusadasi / Ephesus Cruise Port
Tour ending point: Same with departure point
Includes: Private tour, officially licensed local tour guide, private transportation
Excludes: Entrance tickets, lunch, drinks, gratitudes ( recommended)
Sights to see: Temple of Artemis, Great Amphitheater, Celsius Library, Temple of Hadrian and Ephesus Amphitheater, Harbor Street of Ephesus Ancient City, House of the Virgin Mary, Isabey Mosque

Inclusions

Private Shore Excursion Tour
Professional Local Tour Guide
Transportation With Private Van
Pick up and Drop Off to Port

Exclusions

Museum/Attraction Tickets
Breakfast, Lunch Drinks
Personal Expenses
Gratitude (suggested)

Itinerary

Upon arrival Kusadasi / Ephesus Port with your cruise ship, you will see our tour guide holding name sign with your name to meet you and start your private tour.

You will be transferred to Ephesus Ancient City with private van your tour guide will inform you about Ephesus region and historical background.

Ephesus is the best-preserved classical city on the Mediterranean, and perhaps the best place in the world to get a feeling of what life was like in Roman times. Walk along its remarkably well-preserved marble streets, flanked by columns, temples, and fountains.

See fascinating ancient structures such as the Temple of Hadrian, the stunning facade of the Library of Celsius, and the Great Theater. Your expert guide will provide you with information about the many remarkable sites you encounter throughout the day.

The House of the Virgin Mary lies just beyond Ephesus. According to Christian tradition, Mary was brought here by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ and lived her final days in this house. A small shrine dedicated to St. Mary was found when the ruins of the house were first discovered. The Vatican has since recognized the site as the final resting place of the Virgin.

Visit Isa Bey Mosque from 14th century by the first Muslim family that settled in West Anatolia. You will have a great information about architecture of early Islam period.

We will continue with St. John Basilica where apostle John died and buried after he completed his missions in Anatolia. Then visit Temple of Artemis (Diana) which was one of the seven wonders of ancient World.

After tour your driver will drop you off back to the cruise port. Our service ends here, we hope to have you as our guest again in Istanbul which will be your next stop in the cruise.

F.A.Q.

Q: What are the language options?
A: We can operate your tour in English, Spanish or Italian upon request. Please contact us for other language options.

Q: What is the pick up time from Kusadasi Port?
A: Depending on the arrival time of your cruise ship pick up time changes however starting at 9:00am is suggested.

Q: How to meet my tour guide?
A: Your tour guide will be waiting you with name sign at the port.

Q: What is the ending point after tour?
A: You will be transferred back to Ephesus Port after completing your tour here.

Q: Can we add another site or choose the sites of visit to our program?
A: Please advise us in advance if you would like to choose the sites of visit or add another site to your tour itinerary, so we can revise it accordingly.

Q: Are we alone with the guide or will there be a group?
A: As this is a private shore excursion tour service, you/your family will be alone with your tour guide.

Q: What kind of vehicle is used for transportation?
A: Depending on number of guests vehicle choice is managed however our tours are generally operated with Mercedes Vito or Mercedes Sprinter kind of vehicles.