Explore the ancient wonders of Ephesus with a guided tour from Kusadasi. This full-day experience offers an in-depth look at the UNESCO-listed ruins, led by a professional art historian. Visitors can expect personalized attention in a small group, as they visit iconic landmarks like the Celsus Library and the Temple of Artemis. With round-trip transportation and a delicious lunch included, this tour provides a seamless and enlightening way to uncover the captivating history of this extraordinary archaeological site. What else might one discover on this captivating journey?
Key Points
- This full-day tour from Kusadasi provides a comprehensive exploration of the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- The tour includes free hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and professional art historian guidance for an immersive learning experience.
- The tour offers flexible scheduling 7 days a week, with a maximum group size of 18 for personalized attention.
- Highlights of the tour include the Terrace Houses, Celsus Library, Grand Theater, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- The tour covers all taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees, with personal expenses and tips not included in the price of $168.18 per person.
Tour Overview
The tour overview showcases the best of Ephesus from the popular cruise port of Kusadasi, Turkey.
Priced from $168.18 per person, this full-day tour includes free hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and professional art historian guidance.
Travelers can explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn about its rich history from an expert.
The tour operates year-round, with flexible scheduling available 7 days a week.
With a maximum group size of 18, this intimate experience ensures personalized attention.
Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the tour, providing flexibility for guests.
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Inclusions
This tour includes a free hotel pickup and drop-off, allowing for convenient transportation to and from the site.
Lunch is also provided, as well as all beverages. Plus, the price covers all taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees.
Travelers will be accompanied by a professional art historian guide, ensuring they gain a deeper understanding of the historic Ephesus site.
While personal expenses and tips to the guide and driver aren’t included, the tour price provides excellent value for the comprehensive experience offered.
Meeting and Pickup
For this tour, pickup is available from Kuşadası, Selçuk hotel, Kuşadası bus terminal, and port.
The tour has a maximum of 18 travelers.
A maximum of 18 travelers can join this tour.
Key pickup details include:
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Pickup locations: Kuşadası, Selçuk hotel, Kuşadası bus terminal, and port.
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Tour group size: Maximum of 18 travelers per tour.
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Schedule: Tours run Monday – Sunday, from 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
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Confirmation: Confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
Schedule
When are the Ephesus tours from Kusadasi available?
The tours are offered year-round, with availability from November 23, 2022 to March 15, 2026.
On Mondays and Tuesdays, the tours run from 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
From Wednesday to Friday, the schedule is 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
Saturdays have a 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM schedule, while Sundays are 7:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
The tours aren’t wheelchair accessible, but infants have seats available.
Confirmation is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
Additional Information
Confirmation of the Ephesus tour from Kusadasi is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but it’s located near public transportation.
Infant seats are available for those who need them.
Most travelers can participate in this tour.
The key additional information includes:
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Not wheelchair accessible
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Near public transportation
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Infant seats available
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Most travelers can participate
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Reviews
With just a single review, the Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi boasts a stellar 5.0-star rating across Viator and Tripadvisor.
The lone reviewer raved about the knowledgeable guide, who brought the ancient city of Ephesus to life with fascinating commentary. They also praised the convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as the included lunch.
A knowledgeable guide brought Ephesus to life with fascinating commentary, and the convenient hotel transfers and included lunch were highly praised.
The reviewer found the tour to be an exceptional value and a highlight of their trip to Turkey.
While limited in number, the excellent review suggests the Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi delivers a high-quality, informative experience for visitors.
Destination Highlights
The Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi takes visitors on an immersive journey through the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a once-thriving Greco-Roman city that offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of Turkey.
The tour highlights include:
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The Terrace Houses, showcasing the luxurious lifestyles of the ancient elite.
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The Celsus Library, an architectural marvel and one of the best-preserved ancient libraries.
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The Grand Theater, a massive amphitheater that could seat over 25,000 people.
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The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Booking and Pricing
Although the Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi are available year-round, it’s recommended to book in advance as they tend to sell out quickly, especially during peak tourism seasons.
These tours start from $168.18 per person and include free hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, beverages, and more. Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 18 travelers.
Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the tour. Confirmation is provided within 48 hours, subject to availability.
The tours aren’t wheelchair accessible but do have infant seats available. Most travelers can participate in this immersive exploration of the ancient Ephesus site.
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