Private Tour to Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Selcuk Museum, Temple of Artemis

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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Port pick-up and drop-off
Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Meals & Drinks
Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets that allow you to skip the line.)

Overview

A great option and affordably priced for an all-inclusive excursion from Kusadasi Port. See the ancient ruins, learn the culture of locals, and enjoy some great Aegean sea views on this private tour from Kusadasi Port. The highlights of this private tour are UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, archaeology museum of Selcuk-Ephesus, Temple of Artemis which one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

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Pickup Details

Welcome to Kusadasi, Turkey! Your tour guide will await you at the arrival gate of the Kusadasi cruise port, displaying a signboard with your name on it.

What To Expect

1. Your private guide will meet you at the exit gate of Kusadasi port at your scheduled meeting time, holding a signboard with "YOUR NAME" on it. 10 minutes

2. Selcuk Once you meet your private guide, you will drive to the town of Selcuk to visit the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes. 30 minutes

3. Ancient City of Ephesus Your first stop will be Ephesus, one of the most important harbor cities of the ancient world, mentioned in the Book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Highlights include the Celsus Library and the Grand Theater. You'll explore the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, the Odeon, ancient toilets, and many other significant historical structures in this UNESCO-listed city. 1 hour 30 minutes

4. Ephesus Terrace Houses Before leaving the ancient city of Ephesus, you will visit the Terrace Houses. Situated on the hill opposite the Temple of Hadrian, these homes, also known as "the houses of the rich," provide valuable insights into family life during the Roman period. They were constructed according to the Hippodamian plan, where streets intersect at right angles. 30 minutes

5. Ephesus Museum Your next stop will be the Selcuk Archaeology Museum, located near Ephesus. This charming and well-organized museum houses artifacts not only from the ongoing excavations at the Ephesus archaeological site but also from the Cukurici Mound, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis. 45 minutes

6. Sirince Koyu Your next destination is the village of Sirince. This charming old Orthodox village, situated 12 km from Ephesus and 30 km from Kusadasi, was originally named Cirkince ("ugly"). Its residents chose this name to deter outsiders and keep their village hidden. Over time, however, visitors discovered its true beauty and renamed it Sirince ("pretty"). Located atop a mountain, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of vineyards and peach trees along the way. Sirince is known for its wines made from various fruits like apples, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, peaches, melons, watermelons, cherries, and more. 1 hour 30 minutes

7. Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park Afterward, you will drive back to Kusadasi and make a stop at Gazi Begendi Park (Hill) to capture stunning photos of Kusadasi Bay and your cruise ship. 10 minutes

8. Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI The caravanserai was commissioned by Grand Vizier Okuz Mehmed Pasha to bolster maritime trade in the region. Positioned directly across from Kusadasi cruise port, you can explore this historic building independently after being dropped off at the port. Please note, visiting this site is not part of the tour package. It's only 130 meters away from Kusadasi cruise port.

9. Kusadasi Castle This picturesque Byzantine fortress, a small castle standing on the causeway-connected Guvercin Adasi (Pigeon Island), has recently undergone renovations. From Gazi Begendi Park (Hill), you can capture panoramic photos of this castle. After being dropped off at the port, you can also take a leisurely walk to explore this charming site. Please note, visiting this place is not included in the tour package. It's located just 500 meters from Kusadasi cruise port.

10. Kusadasi Once you are dropped off at the cruise port of Kusadasi, our services for your experience will conclude. We hope to welcome you back to Turkey soon for more unforgettable tours. 5 minutes

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Local tour operator may request the details of ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Your guide will have pre-paid tickets of the museums/ruins/churches etc. before your tour, so you will be skipped the long ticket lines.

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