Journey to Ancient Wonders: Explore Ephesus with a Private Tour
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Overview
Hear about the history of Ephesus from a knowledgeable guide en route
See Magnesia Gate and the Temple of Artemis
Visit multiple monuments, temples and baths
Opt to see the Ephesus Terrace Houses being restored to their former glory
Port pickup and drop-off by minivan included
Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All Taxes
- All Parking fees
Not included
- Entrance fees ( We will arrange tickets of in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines 30$ pp)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities are appreciated
Itinerary
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1
Kusadasi
You will be met by Ephesus Port Tours at the harbor of Kusadasi
10 min Admission free -
2
Ephesus Museum
Once in the ancient city itself we will explore this ancient Roman city and visit the Library of Celcius, Temple of Hadrian, the Theatre and Odeon. Hellenistic and Roman vestiges: Odeon, Bouleterion, Fountains, Temples, Roman Baths. The Library of Celsus: Renowned for its statues of four female figures symbolizing Wisdom, Knowledge, Intelligence and Valor. The Great Theater: This theater is the spot where St Paul preached to Ephesians.
4h Admission not included -
3
Ephesus Terrace Houses
Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top. Terrace Houses is included in Private and with Terrace Houses Options only
30 min Admission free -
4
The Temple of Artemis
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
15 min Admission free -
5
The House of the Virgin Mary
(Optional Tour)Several years after the death of Christ, St. John brought the Virgin Mother to this house located on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain. It is believed the Virgin Mary lived in this house until she died at the age of 64.
50 min Admission free -
6
Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI
We will drive by Caravanserai that is located very closed to port, just 5 minutes walking distance. You will have time to do your own after tour.
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
7
Kusadasi Shopping Center
We will drive by Kusadasi Shopping Center that is located just 5 minutes walking distance to port. You will have time your own after tour. Your guide will point the shopping area and your own after tour.
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
8
Kusadasi Castle
Kusadasi Castle, as called Pigeon Island, is located next to port. You can see from your boat or do your own after the tour.
Pass by (no stop) Admission free -
9
Kusadasi
Drop off at the port close to your ship's departure time
15 min Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Our tour assistant will welcome you after security gate of the port with Welcome Letter.
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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 poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Turkey would not have been the same without Akin our tour guide. His wealth of knowledge was commendable and gave us depth of insight to every place we visited. We had fun and lots of laughs on the way. We traveled from east to west over two weeks and everyday was packed with unbelievable sights and the best of nature. We highly highly recommend Akin and his business! We will be back!!
Our guide was fabulous, He was organized, able to over come any obstacles. He was able to pivot by trying to arrange tours at least busy times. He was knowledgeable and able to explain history and culture. I really enjoyed my trip.
The tour was well planned. We did a land tour in Turkey and our tour guide was excellent. Husnu Celebe our tour guide was outstanding, his knowledge was great; his patience and experience very good. He is very passionate about the landmarks he showed to the Tripoppo tour group. I will rank Husnu Celebe as one of my top tour guides. Thank you Husnu Celebe for every minute you spent with us Cesar and Norma
Chelabi was the gold standard of tour guides. He was professional, courteous, knowledgeable, organized and always empathetic to the group ensuring our experience was exceptional. He told us exactly what the schedule was to be and delivered on his promise every day. His explanations of the places we visited were clear and he gave additional commentary on other areas of life in Turkey. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. George and Lorena
Such an amazing experience! Our guide Husnu was great! Very knowledgeable and professional. Made sure everyone was taken care of very well. Showed us all the best parts of Turkey - I would recommend this tour for sure. The bus driver was also awesome!
Tempel Travel was amazing on this tour and our guide Husnu was so kind, patient and knowlegable! This was a fantastic experience for our whole group and we learned so much about Turkey. I would recommend this tour to anyone and absolutely do the hot air balloon in Cappadocia!
Wonderful experience, very well preserved buildings & artifacts Exceeded my expectations in every way. Tour guide, Celebi is well informed and up to date. He communicated historical, cultural and local information relating to the sites in a way that captured my interest.
Absolutely the best. Our tour guide Husnu was absolutely the best. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our tour.
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