FOR CRUISERS: Best of Ephesus Private Tour (GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN) | La Vacanza Travel

FOR CRUISERS: Best of Ephesus Private Tour (GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN)

Duration: 4 to 6 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkish Aegean Coast, Kusadasi
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  • 4 to 6 hours
  • Kusadasi
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR YOUR PARTY ONLY!

Embark on a PRIVATE TOUR through Ephesus with a seasoned LOCAL GUIDE. Explore the UNESCO-listed Ancient City, retracing the footsteps of Apostle Paul and John. Stand where St. Paul preached at the Grand Theatre, capture iconic moments at Celsus Library, uncover the wonders of the Temple of Hadrian, and more.

Marvel at the opulent TERRACE HOUSES OF ANCIENT EPHESUS, showcasing Roman-era luxury with stunning mosaics and frescoes. Experience tranquility at the HOUSE OF VIRGEN (can be changed to BASILICA OF ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE MARY upon request), a significant Biblical site. Your expert guide will offer tons of informations, and photography tips, ensuring you capture the essence of each site.

This personalized PRIVATE TOUR caters exclusively to your PARTY, ensuring an intimate experience. Upon request, indulge in a LOCAL LUNCH to complete your day of exploration. Uncover the beauty of Ephesus in a PRIVATE TOUR, tailored to your preferences.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast

At the exit of the cruise port, you will be welcomed by your professional licensed local tour guide who will be with you during your private tour and tell you every point of the ruins you will visit. We advise you to meet our team 30/45 minutes after your ship docked to the port.

Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye

House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine that you can see during your visit.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized, Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human, Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time, Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians, Marble Street, Roman Baths, Fountains, Temples, Agora, Love House, Public Toilets, Terrace Houses (Optional) famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings....

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ephesus Terrace Houses, Selcuk 35148 Turkiye

The Terrace Houses complex in Ephesus consists of luxurious residential villas, located on the northern slope of Bülbüldağı Hill, next to Curetes Street and opposite the Temple of Hadrian. So far, two housing complexes - Eastern and Western - have been excavated. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan where the roads transect each other at right angles. The excavation work of the Terrace Houses started in 1960. The restoration of the houses is an ongoing process and every year there is something new to admire there.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye

Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon.

The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess,Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: The Basilica of Saint John, Isa Bey Mahallesi, 2013. Sk. No:1, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

You can see Saint John Basilica from a distance when we visit to Artemis temple. It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome of the basilica.

Pass By: Kusadasi Shopping Center, Yavansu Mah. Karaova Sok. No: 8/7 G-1, Kusadasi 09400 Turkiye

You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: the best traditional handicrafts, the best places to go, things to be careful about, and the best tips for hassle hassle-free experience...

Pass By: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Merkez, Kusadasi Turkiye

Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast

At the end of our tour, we will return to the Cruise Port.
PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate the return time.

OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

Inclusions
  • Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
  • PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
  • GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver

Exclusions
  • Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased tickets with guide, you can pay as cash to your guide)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • UPON YOUR SHIP'S ARRIVAL AT THE PORT, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET WITH OUR TEAM WITHIN 30 TO 45 MINUTES. BY DOING SO, YOU CAN BYPASS THE CROWDS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS, ENSURING AN ENHANCED AND MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.
  • OUR PRIVATE TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE SHIP.
  • BOOK YOUR PRIVATE TOUR WITH US, VERIFIED PROVIDER OF KUSADASI/EPHESUS CRUISE PORT!
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
*****CRUISE PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE CRUISE PORT*****
• Upon your ship's arrival at the port, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE you to meet with our team WITHIN 30 to 45 MINUTES. By doing so, you can bypass the crowds, school busses, and harsh weather conditions, ensuring an enhanced and MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.

• WHY CHOOSE OUR PRIVATE TOURS OVER THE GROUP TOURS?
In Ephesus, every moment counts, especially if it's your only chance to visit. OUR PRIVATE TOURS ensure you savor every bit of this extraordinary experience.
Ever been on a group tour where one person's mishap halts the entire group? IN PRIVATE TOURS, your journey remains undisturbed, focused solely on your enjoyment.
Flexibility reigns supreme in a PRIVATE TOUR. Your day in EPHESUS isn't bound by someone else's timetable. You dictate the pace, sights, and timeline of your excursion.
Large groups often miss the nuanced details of each site due to logistical constraints. In OUR PRIVATE TOUR, delve deeper into the most intriguing facets of EPHESUS.
Bid farewell to lagging behind, snapping hurried photos, or missing the guide's insights. In our PRIVATE TOUR, these hassles fade away, granting you a more immersive experience.
No more struggling to hear or keep pace in a crowd. Our PRIVATE TOUR caters exclusively to your preferences, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey.
Long queues for tickets or entry? Not on your watch. Our PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE takes care of all logistics, ensuring swift access to ruins and museums.
Your own guide. Say goodbye to sharing with a throng of strangers. In our PRIVATE TOUR, the spotlight is solely on your experience.

When it comes to exploring EPHESUS from the CRUISE PORT, our PRIVATE TOURS redefine what it means to truly experience this historical marvel.

NOTE: ADDITIONAL FEES APPLY FOR PICK-UPS FROM IZMIR, BODRUM, OR OTHER PORTS THEN KUSADASI.

Ports

  • Kusadasi Cruise Port


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
PRIVATE TOUR
1/15/2019 - 3/16/2025

Monday - Sunday : 06:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

4 to 6 hours


User's Reviews

Julie_P

10 Nov, 2023

Great experience. The stop at the rug-weaving school was very informative. At the end, however, they really put pressure on to purchase. The guide was able to share a lot of information at the House of Mary and at the Ephesus ruins. Overall, a great tour and we would do it again.

Odyssey61756612888

04 Sep, 2023

Liked the tour and our guide Burga. Get so much interesting new historical data, started understanding the area and the periods of Ephesus development . Had a great day.

Michael_D

26 Jun, 2023

Josh was our tour guide, he was the most knowledgeable guide we’ve had in all of our travels. Josh took us to several different places and knew the history behind everything in depth.

Traveler756629

01 Jun, 2023

We had an amazing day with Fatima touring the sights in Ephesus! Fatima is very knowledgeable about her country and its history and culture. She spoke English very well and was so kind in accommodating our physical limitation.

G6402LFanal

19 May, 2023

This was by far the best tour experience we’ve had!!! Our guide Ismail Kuscu was great, friendly, polite and spoke very good English. He made accommodations to fit our needs throughout the tour. We visited Ephesus, the house of Virgin Mary and the Basilica of Saint John. These were beautiful places and a must see. He also took us to have a local home cooked meal that was excellent and there we had a complete demonstration of how they make rugs out of silk and wool. We also stopped at a ceramic shop to see how they make and decorate their beautiful pottery. Overall a great and complete tour and I highly recommend it!

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