Turkey · Archaeology

All Inclusive Private Ephesus Shore Excusion in Kusadasi

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private shore excursion from Kuşadası with port pickup and drop-off
  • 02 Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with a licensed guide
  • 03 Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
  • 04 See the remains of the Temple of Artemis
  • 05 Included lunch during the tour
  • 06 Travel in a private luxury minivan
  • 07 Learn about local carpet weaving and Ephesus ceramics

Discover some of the most important heritage sites around Ephesus on this private shore excursion from Kuşadası. Travel with a licensed guide and private minivan to explore the remarkably preserved ancient city of Ephesus, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, and see the remains of the Temple of Artemis.

Along the way, enjoy included lunch and gain insight into local culture through traditional carpet weaving and Ephesus ceramics. With port pickup and drop-off included, this 7-hour experience is designed for cruise travellers looking for a comfortable and enriching day ashore.

Discover some of the most important heritage sites around Ephesus on this private shore excursion from Kuşadası.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kusadasi, Ephesus
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Once you meet with your guide at the port of Kusadasi, you will take the minivan, waiting for you in front of the port, and will be on the way for Ephesus for half an hour.When we reach in Ephesus we start to explore this well-preserved ancient city. It was a city in ancient Greece on the coast of Ionia, 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) southwest of present-day Selçuk in İzmir Province, Turkey. It was built in the 10th century BC on the site of the former Arzawan capital by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. During the Classical Greek era, it was one of twelve cities that were members of the Ionian League. The city came under the control of the Roman Republic in 129 BC.Then we proceed to the House of the Virgin Mary is a Catholic shrine located on Mt. Koressos in the vicinity of Ephesus, 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) from Selçuk in Turkey.we will have time for lunch which is included. Meanwhile, we would like to introduce you to the local cultural aspects of Ephesus by showing handmade Carpets and rug Art done. through traditional weaving in the Teaching Village and you’ll enjoy many Ephesus Ceramics as well.The Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek temple dedicated to an ancient, local form of the goddess Artemis (associated with Diana, a Roman goddess). It was located in Ephesus. It was completely rebuilt twice, once after a devastating flood and three hundred years later after an act of arson, and in its final form was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. By 401 AD it had been ruined or destroyed. Only foundations and fragments of the last temple remain at the site.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Luxury Minivan
  • Private Professional Guide
  • Lunch
  • House of Virgin Mary USD 15.00 per person
  • Ephesus Ancient City USD 45.00 per person
  • Tax

What's Not Included

  • Drinks
  • Gratuity

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Your tour guide will meet you after the security gate of the port with your name sign!!

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kuşadası..

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