ALL INCLUSIVE: Half Day Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port

4.9 (495 reviews) Kusadasi, Turkey
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Crafted Exclusively for Cruisers: Designed with cruise schedules in mind, this tour guarantees timely return to Kuşadası Port—relax and explore with confidence.

Group or Private—Your Way: Choose between a sociable group experience or a personalized private tour tailored to your pace and interests.

All-Inclusive, No Hidden Costs: Includes guided visits, entrance fees, and a delicious local lunch—so you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.

Comprehensive Yet Compact: In just a few hours, visit Ephesus Ancient City, Temple of Artemis, and the charming Golden Fringe artisan center—a perfect blend of history, culture, and craftsmanship.

Local Flavors Included: Enjoy an authentic Turkish lunch in a beautiful local setting—far more than a snack stop, it’s part of the cultural journey.

Hassle-Free Transport: Round-trip transfers from the cruise port with comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles ensure a seamless and relaxed day ashore.

Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village

Options

GROUP SPANISH-NO TICKET

GROUP SPANISH
Pickup included

PRIVATE TOUR W/LUNCH-NO TICKET

PRIVATE TOUR: If you choose this option, the tour will organize only for your party. There will be no other people beside you.
Duration: 4 hours: Duration will depends on your group's pace.
Lunch at Carpet Village: After demonstration, you'll have lunch at authentic village.
Customizable Tour: You can add sights which you want to be visit.
Brand-New Mercedes: High Model Mercedes Vito or Sprinter
Pickup included

ALL INCL. GROUP WITH TICKET

Small Group: This option only for Cruise Passangers
Duration: 4 hours
Included Lunch: Tradational food at rug weaving school
Kusadasi Port: Ephesus and return on time port again
Mercedes: Vito or Sprinter with AC
Skip-The-Line: No need to wait at ticket line,included fast track entry
Pickup included

GROUP TOUR W/LUNCH-NO TICKET

Duration: 4 hours: The duration will be 4 between 6 hours.
Lunch at Carpet Village: After demonstration, you'll have lunch at authentic village.
Brand-New Mercedes: High Model Mercedes Sprinter or Vito
Pickup included

What's included

  • Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
  • Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • GUARANTEED TIMELY RETURN TO THE CRUISE
  • Pick Up & Drop Off Kusadasi Cruise Port
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
  • Beverages
  • Personal Expenses
  • Entrance fee of Ephesus Ancient City

What to expect

  1. 15m
    Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
  2. Ephesus Ancient City
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    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 the harbour city. This giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a 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), Marbel Street, Harbour Street.
  3. 1h
    Carpet demonstration thereafter deluxe lunch at Carpet Village
  4. The Temple of Artemis
    30m
    Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also know less pracisely as the Temple of Diana, was Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was seven wonders of the world.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit a traditional carpet weaving village to discover the art of handmade Turkish carpets, watch local artisans at work, and learn about centuries-old weaving techniques and natural dyes. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients in a peaceful village setting, offering an authentic taste of Turkish hospitality and cuisine.
  6. 15m
    We align our tour schedule with your cruise docking and boarding times. Timely return to the port is GUARANTEED.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks, as per your arrival time. Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • GUARANTEED RETURN ON TIME TO CRUISE.
  • THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS.
  • FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
  • The tour especially 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. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
  • ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
  • ❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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