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Go beyond the classic Ephesus tour with a private experience combining ancient history, Turkish culture, wine and gastronomy. Explore the UNESCO-listed Ancient City of Ephesus with your private licensed guide, then visit the Ephesus Experience Museum, where immersive visuals, sound and storytelling bring the ancient city and its people to life.
Continue with a traditional Turkish carpet weaving experience and selected Turkish wine tasting, where you can discover handmade carpet craftsmanship, enjoy local snacks and learn about regional traditions — with no obligation to purchase.
Finish your day with a carefully curated Turkish culinary experience at a local restaurant near Kusadasi Port. Enjoy seasonal mezes and salad, your choice of fish or meat, followed by baklava and traditional Turkish coffee. With private transportation, admissions, wine tasting and the culinary experience included, this is more than an Ephesus tour — an introduction to Türkiye's history, culture and flavors.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you at the exit gate of Kusadasi Cruise Port, holding a sign with your name.
Your guide will meet you at the exit gate of Kusadasi Cruise Port, holding a sign with your name.
Itinerary
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1Ancient City of Ephesus
Step into the ancient world of Ephesus and explore its magnificent marble streets, monuments and public spaces with your private licensed guide. See the iconic Library of Celsus, the impressive Great Theatre and beautifully preserved monuments such as the Temple of Hadrian. Along the way, discover the stories, rituals and daily life of the Roman era as your guide brings the history of Ephesus to life.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Ephesus Experience Museum
The Ephesus Experience Museum brings the ancient city to life through immersive visuals, sound and storytelling. After exploring the actual ruins, step inside the museum to discover the people, stories and daily life behind the monuments you have just seen.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Selcuk
Visit a local carpet weaving cooperative to discover the craftsmanship behind traditional Turkish carpets, including cultural symbols, natural dye techniques and weaving traditions passed down through generations. Enjoy selected Turkish wines and light regional snacks while learning about the traditional art of carpet weaving. There is no obligation to purchase.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Kusadasi
After your journey through the history and culture of Ephesus, enjoy a carefully curated Turkish culinary experience at a local restaurant near Kusadasi Port. Begin with traditional Turkish mezes and seasonal salad, followed by your choice of grilled meat or freshly prepared fish. Finish with pistachio baklava and traditional Turkish coffee, freshly brewed in a classic cezve.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Additional info
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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