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The Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port is a shore excursion that allows you to explore the ancient city of Ephesus in a private setting. You will be picked up directly from the port and taken to Ephesus, where you will see the iconic Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, and other impressive structures.
You'll also have the opportunity to visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis. The tour is led by an expert guide who will provide insights into the history and culture of the area.
After the tour, you'll be taken back to the port to continue your cruise.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Village
Leather Factory
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks, as per your arrival time. Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
Itinerary
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Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Basilica of St. John
St. John Basilica, was a basilica in Ephesus. It was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th Century. It stands over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. It was modeled after the now last Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
Guaranteed return on time to cruise. You will be dropped off to Kusadasi port.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- St. John's Basilica entrance fee is 6 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- St. John's Basilica entrance fee is 6 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- GUIDED BY INDIGENOUS LOCALS
- TAILOR-MADE TO YOUR LIKING
- GUARANTEED TIMELY CRUISE RETURN
- FOR CRUISE GUESTS
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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