PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR: Skip-the-Line & Guaranteed ON-TIME Return to Boat

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Duration:4 hours to 6 hours (approx.)
Location: Kusadasi, Turkish Riviera

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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 BASILICA OF ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE (can be changed to HOUSE OF VIRGEN 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.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Kusadasi
We will meet you at the Kusadasi Cruise Port! After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree & secure your meeting time.
2. Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum of Turkey which is dated to the Greek and Roman periods. Inside the Ruins of Ephesus, we explore Senate Building, Ancient Hospital, Domitian Temple, Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, Trajan Fountain, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Grand Theatre of Ephesus and many more...
3. Ephesus Terrace Houses
Terrace Houses were the houses of rich & upper class people in Ephesus City have been lived, famed with gorgeous mosaics, frescoes and wall paintings. One of the best preserved site in the Ephesus in which archeological works still continue.
4. The Basilica of Saint John
In early A.D, Evangelist St. John lived in the Ephesus in order to spread Christianity and collect more followers to the way of Jesus. And, according to many sources, he died around Ephesus after he returned from exile in Patmos. And, buried on the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill by his students. Roman Emperor Justinian constructed one of the biggest Basilicas of Christianity in the 4th Century A.D over the burial of St. Jean the Evangelist!
5. The Temple of Artemis
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 the marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes. During the time, it has been destroyed and collapsed many times due to the natural disasters.
6. Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
If requested to visit the Mary's House, it is replaced with the Basilica of St.John.
7. Kusadasi Shopping Center
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, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...
8. Kusadasi Castle
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.
9. Kusadasi
In the end of our tour, we return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME! 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 our return time to Cruise Port. OUR TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!
10. Kusadasi
We will drive through Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.

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Posted By : zoranz464
Amazing experience a pleasure to Meet josh Had a great time it Is mu 5th time in turkey and he Still made everything new and interesting even the shooping experience 10/10
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 04:32:35

Posted By : zoranz512
Josh was s joy od a guidehe fid a great Job a wonderful day topped of with a wonderful birthday surpride zhank you josh wonderful
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 04:27:21

Posted By : mojaa2024
Josh was amazing he was very personable professional and kbowledgeable he gave us slot of Photo opportunities and shopping place was excellent i even purchased
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 04:20:51

Posted By : andrewkV3475HD
Had an amazing time in and around Ephesus with Fatma.
Great local knowledge of the site and consideration of getting around.
Good air conditioned and comfortable transport.
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 01:14:43

Posted By : Bosam_C
Tour was good. We had a very hot day- glad to have our private van with A/C.
Tour catered to our personal route which was great.

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Posted On : 2024-06-29 17:44:58

Posted By : M2083BQrays
Our guide Ismail Kerser was excellent, extremely knowledge and took great care with us. Highly recommend him. Driver was great as well.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 12:14:38

Posted By : 828mingy
Came by on a cruise ship to kusadasi and had a private bus tour booked. Our tour guide Ozzy was super knowledgeable and took us to multiple historical sites. Great driver and tour guide.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 11:27:38

Posted By : 87peiy
Ozzy was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable but was never overbearing, always allowing us to move through the sites at our own pace. Ozzy was also super flexible with the tour schedule for weather considerations and potential crowds.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 11:25:45

Posted By : monikalcsw
Ozzy took my family of young children and teenagers around the site of Ephesus and made it a great experience for all of us. He answered all of our questions and knew the best places to take us to see the views! I would highly recommend this tour and tour guide. Ozzy was the best!
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 11:22:09

Posted By : 424tracic
Ender was a fabulous tour guide! He was so knowledgeable and interesting, easy to understand, and willing to do whatever it took to ensure that we had a good visit. He made our visit extra special. I highly recommend working with Ender on any trip to Turkiye.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 10:48:16