Turkey · Archaeology

Ephesus & Terrace Houses Private Tour From Kusadasi Port

5 Hours Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. to Drop-off service provided in Kuşadası. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private Ephesus tour exclusively for your party
  • 02 Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus with a licensed guide
  • 03 Visit the Terrace Houses for insight into Roman family life
  • 04 See landmarks such as the Library of Celsus and Hadrian Gate
  • 05 Port pickup and drop-off in Kuşadası
  • 06 Lunch and bottled water included

Discover one of Turkey’s most remarkable archaeological sites on this private tour from Kuşadası to Ephesus. Travel with your licensed guide and explore the ancient city on foot, taking in its grand marble streets, monumental ruins, and standout landmarks including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Odeon.

Your experience also includes a visit to the Terrace Houses, where beautifully preserved residences offer a glimpse into daily family life during the Roman period. With private guiding, lunch, and port pickup and drop-off included, this tour is designed for cruise travellers looking for a comfortable and personalised visit.

Discover one of Turkey’s most remarkable archaeological sites on this private tour from Kuşadası to Ephesus.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Kusadasi, Ephesus
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ancient 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 harbor city. And, this giant city was built only with marble. Did you know Ephesus had the 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), Marble Street, and Harbour Street. 3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ephesus Terrace Houses

Terraced Houses, are located on the hill, opposite the Hadrian Temple. Also called “the houses of rich”, they are important for the reason that they give us an idea about the family life during the Roman period. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan of the city in which roads transected each other of right angles. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. to Drop-off service provided in Kuşadası. 2 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Insurance
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Deluxe Lunch
  • A bottle of water during tour

What's Not Included

  • Driver Tips - Gratitue
  • Beverages
  • Admission fee to Ephesus 40 €
  • Admission fee to Ephesus Terrace Houses 15 €

Know before you go

  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
  • PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
  • EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
  • FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
  • Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Terrace Houses entrance fee is 15 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Personalized greeting with name at the port is an additional 3 euros per person.
  • We will arrange for a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to pick you up from Kusadasi Port and drop you off at the same location after the tour.
  • You will be picked up and dropped off at the designated meeting point near the port, and the exact details will be provided to you upon booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour end
Drop-off service provided in Kuşadası.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours run from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. to Drop-off service provided in Kuşadası..

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