Private Tour
3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
This expertly crafted tour offers a seamless blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. Explore iconic sites like Ephesus, with its ancient theater and the Celsus Library, and marvel at the Temple of Artemis, a Wonder of the Ancient World. Delve into the luxurious Terrace Houses, stroll through bustling markets, and admire traditional Anatolian handicrafts. With guaranteed on-time return to Kuşadası Cruise Port, enjoy a hassle-free, enriching experience tailored for cruise travelers.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Optimize Your Cruise Tour Experience – Meet Your Guide at the Perfect Time! For CRUISE GUEST, we recommend meeting your guide at the port promptly for a seamless and enjoyable tour. If your ship arrives before 7:00 AM, plan to meet at 7:45 AM. For later arrivals, aim to meet 30–45 minutes after docking. This ideal timing helps you avoid crowds from other cruise ships, escape the midday heat, and enjoy your tour comfortably, as much of it takes place in open areas. Start your Tour stress-free and make the most of your visit!
After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kusadasi
Visit to Ephesus Travel Agency will warmly welcome cruise passengers at the port's main exit gate, holding a sign with your name, and hotel guests in their hotel lobby. After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Kusadasi Castle
As you explore the captivating coastline of Kuşadası, don't miss Kuşadası Castle on Pigeon Island, a historic Ottoman-era fortress that stands as an enduring symbol of the region's rich maritime heritage. Originally constructed for coastal defense against pirates and invaders, this iconic landmark is surrounded by the glistening waters of the Aegean Sea. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, delve into Kuşadası's fascinating history, and capture stunning photographs of this must-visit attraction. Perfect for history enthusiasts and seaside adventurers alike, Kuşadası Castle is a gem along Turkey's scenic Aegean coastline.
What‘s Included
LUNCH IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, Enjoy a peaceful meal with authentic flavors in a serene rural setting.
TO SKIP TICKET LINES, ask your guide to arrange tickets; pay the fee in cash to your guide.
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN, ensuring cruise passengers return on time for their departure schedule.
PARKING FEES, all parking fees are included in the tour price, for your convenience
PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture
PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences
PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as detailed in the itinerary.
Gratuities
personal expenses
Entrance Fees to the Museums and any Sites
Beverages During Lunch
Ephesus
Terrace Houses
Options
Small Group
Van
Pickup included
Private - Your Party Only
Pickup included
Reviews
255 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pammakule
Farisk95,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yesra was a knowledgeable guide, with a passion for the region culture and history Would highly recommend her in terms of a good understanding of Ismir and surrounds. The food stop was also really good
Professionalism
gamzekB5172MO,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mrs. Yesra's narratives were quite professional. She tried to make a narrative for everyone. It was also flawless in operational terms. The smile never failed:)
Unforgettable tour architecture: Yesra Guide
Jet31442986273,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On December 20th, I took a tour of Bergama - Red Courtyard - Asklepion. Our guide was Mrs. Yesra. With knowledge, energy and friendliness throughout the Bergama tour, we had a truly enjoyable and educational day. Starting with the Acropolis, he translated the city’s history to life, not just to telling. It told the mystical atmosphere of the Red Courtyard and the healing past of Asklepion in such a beautiful and fluent language that we didn’t understand how time passed around. Most of all, the sincerity and approach to the group were impressive. A very friendly Guide who patiently answers questions in equal distance with everyone, keeping the environment always lively. It’s not just a tour, it’s really good memories. A great deal of luck to tour with such a good guide. Health to your flesh and heart, My Guide Yesra.
The beauty of Bergama
Odyssey14135893859,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour was longer than the other tours I have been to, it was both tiring and required lots of attention. Miss Yesra, our guide helped us with getting over these issues. She was fun to be around and I learned a lot from the stories she told. Bergama was mostly empty, but the group we were in was quite big, the team had almost no problem with controlling our group. I enjoyed the Bergama tour a lot, as it’s mostly thanks to Miss Yesra I thank everyone in the team that made this tour happen 👍🏻👍🏻
The End of a Good Day
ay eg ltu ed2023,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I think our guide led the trip through the trip, both on the car and with his narratives in the ancient city. Thanks from here too.
Bergama with Yesra
558turgayd,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yesra is very kind person. She speak very fluently. She have very big information about bergama and other stuff. İm very enjoy this trip. İ hope i will meet her again.
The ride to Bergama with Yesra Altaş was very enjoyable, the narrative was fun, the energy was great. We didn’t understand how time passed.
Voyager30004003927,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The excursion to the bergama, esclepion, and cenote was very educational and fun with the Yesra altar.I would love to see myself again on other tours.It was a friendly and fun atmosphere as we chat and teach throughout the trip.
A delightful tour with a fantastic guide
Elizabeth C,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A delightful day with Yesra from Visit to Ephesus. Fascinating to learn more about these sights and to see the amazing work of archeologists in restoring and preserving this history. Ephesus (replete with many posing cats) was beautiful, the library must have been amazing, and the care and thoughtfulness of Yesra drew out so many unique details here.
Delightful, immersive and very well run visit to Ephesus and surrounds.
Biolith,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was utterly delighted by this busy, informative and expertly planned tour. Our guide Yesra was utterly across all the history and her warm personality and individualised attention meant it was so easy to learn from her. You can tell how much she loves these sites, and it is contagious. Our driver Aladdin was also professional and lovely, courteous and punctual. I could not recommend this tour any higher!
Private tour
A5829BUfranks,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There were only two of us and Yesra was very hard and explained a lot to us. Great! Sirince is a very tourist village with noisy shops.
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