Ephesus: Private Half-Day Shore Excursion With Port Transfers
The ruins of Ephesus are 10 times the size of Disneyland, and strolling around the vast archaeological site—not to mention traveling there and back—can easily swallow up a whole day. Designed for cruise ship passengers, this easy half-day excursion covers highlights such as the Great Theater and Celsus Library in just a few hours with a guide who provides context on everything you see.
Highlights
- ✓Learn all about the site's millennia-spanning history from your guide
- ✓Avoid getting lost in the vast complex on a guided tour
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from Kusadasi port is included for a seamless experience
- ✓Enjoy a personalized experience and undivided attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓According to the pick-up time that we will arrange according to your ship's arrival time, meet your guide at the Kusadasi Cruise Port and set out towards the first visit point.
- ✓If you booked the option with tickets, you don’t pay for the tickets. An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West with its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. An impressive city, ıt is also home to one of the Seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
- ✓was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and made Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place. There were a total of 127 ionic columns with a height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world. (approximately 20 minutes)
- ✓Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
- ✓At the end of the tour drive you back to Kusadasi Cruise Port. We guarantee your timely return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port.
What's included
- ✓Professional, licensed tour guide.
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City Entrance Fee
- ✓Kuşadası Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
- ✓Guaranteed on-time return
What's not included
- ✓Personal Expenses.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests using a wheelchair must be able to stand for a short period of time, enough to get in and out of the vehicle.
We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times.
Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port. To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests). You can stay at the sites as long as you wish. If there are any other sites you would like to visit, depending on time availability, they can be added to the program. The tour is specially designed for cruise guests. Pick-up and drop-off are only available from Kusadasi Port. Please check your pick-up time and meeting point with your provider.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Ephesus: Private Half-Day Shore Excursion With Port Transfers
The ruins of Ephesus are 10 times the size of Disneyland, and strolling around the vast archaeological site—not to mention traveling there and back—can easily swallow up a whole day. Designed for cruise ship passengers, this easy half-day excursion covers highlights such as the Great Theater and Celsus Library in just a few hours with a guide who provides context on everything you see.
Highlights
- ✓Learn all about the site's millennia-spanning history from your guide
- ✓Avoid getting lost in the vast complex on a guided tour
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from Kusadasi port is included for a seamless experience
- ✓Enjoy a personalized experience and undivided attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓According to the pick-up time that we will arrange according to your ship's arrival time, meet your guide at the Kusadasi Cruise Port and set out towards the first visit point.
- ✓If you booked the option with tickets, you don’t pay for the tickets. An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West with its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. An impressive city, ıt is also home to one of the Seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
- ✓was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and made Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place. There were a total of 127 ionic columns with a height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world. (approximately 20 minutes)
- ✓Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
- ✓At the end of the tour drive you back to Kusadasi Cruise Port. We guarantee your timely return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port.
What's included
- ✓Professional, licensed tour guide.
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City Entrance Fee
- ✓Kuşadası Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
- ✓Guaranteed on-time return
What's not included
- ✓Personal Expenses.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests using a wheelchair must be able to stand for a short period of time, enough to get in and out of the vehicle.
We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times.
Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port. To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests). You can stay at the sites as long as you wish. If there are any other sites you would like to visit, depending on time availability, they can be added to the program. The tour is specially designed for cruise guests. Pick-up and drop-off are only available from Kusadasi Port. Please check your pick-up time and meeting point with your provider.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.