Private Tour
Kusadasi Port: PRIVATE Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers
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Get a fully-personalized introduction to the ancient city of Ephesus with a flexible private tour of the archeological site and Sirince Village with lunch. Follow in the footsteps of Hellenistic and Roman civilizations that built great temples, libraries and public places and see the vivid murals that decorated their private homes. Explore an authentic Greek-Turk community and see the stone remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient world’s Seven Wonders.
-Customizable private tour of Ephesus
-Explore a UNESCO site with an experienced guide
-Learn about local history and culture
-Choice of several departures throughout the day
-Hotel or port transfers included
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John. This place was offically declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited shrine in 1967.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English speaking tour guide. In our tour, we will be seeing Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, Arcadiane (Harbour Road).
What‘s Included
Private Proffesional Tour Guide
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private Minivan
Parking Fees
Lunch
All Drinks
Entrance Fees
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Ephesus Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Outstanding private tour with Gül — unforgettable Ephesus experience
Q2408NVhunterb,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible private tour of Ephesus. Gül was deeply knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the site’s history. If you’re visiting Ephesus, book a private tour with Gül — it will make your experience truly unforgettable.
Very interesting, with local flair
L7441HFloum,,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Serdar was very knowledgeable and informative- we learned so much! He was able to modify our tour slightly to accommodate our needs (my husband has an ankle injury). Lunch included traditional turkish foods (delicious!). Truly appreciated the tour of the Heirloom carpet weaving center as well as the glass blowing demonstration by a local artisan at the Phoenix Art Gallery, We highly recommend this tour and this guide - picked us up early at the cruise terminal (advised us via WhatsApp when he arrived), and took us back with plenty of time to spare to shop for small souvenirs at the terminal before returning to ship.
Private Biblical Ephesus tour
HCao,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Gul, was so nice! She always answered our questions and she helped us when needed. She was good with communication and even met us early when we got off the ship earlier than our original meeting time. The entire day went so smoothly, from pickup from our cruise port, to visiting the House of the Virgin Mary with no queue, to Old Town of Ephesus, and a delicious Turkish lunch! My kids’ favorite with visiting the House of the Virgin Mary and the Ephesus Museum. We 100% recommend Gul as a tour guide!
Isik amazing !
Bobbie1Thatch,,Apr 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed a wonderful tour of Mary’s house and Ephesus with our guide Isik Lovely person and amazing insight Thank you !
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Mary C,,Oct 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour provider was exceptional, his knowledge, attention to detail and understanding was beyond words. We recommend the tour and the smaller group. We saw and experienced more than we ever imagined.
First Time in Ephesus
jeffreydavidt2023,,Oct 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was handled by Guray. Guray was very informative throughout the whole tour. He really explained every single part of each place we were currently in. He was also very helpful with taking our pictures, offering first even before we would ask him to. As for the meals, he would make it a point to ask us first what kind of food we are feeling at that specific time before choosing the restaurant he would bring us to. For the trip, I’d say it was very good, but could’ve been better if an additional day was added. Overall an excellent tour!
The best travel guides in Turkey!!
Travelhipchick,,Oct 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just a month ago, Sept 2023, I led a women's retreat for a group of 9. Our focus was to explore the sacred sites through Selçuk and the surrounding areas. Because my husband and I had such a fantastic experience with Apasas Travel back in 2021, they were my immediate go-to for guiding our group this time. Leading up to our retreat they were always communicative. They efficiently tracked our incoming flight so they could provide prompt luxury transport from Izmir Airport to our lodging above Selçuk. Our driver was always friendly, courteous and prompt. The sprinter van was always comfortable and stocked with soft drinks and water. And our guide, Nizam..seriously one of the best tour guides you'll ever meet! He's professional, incredibly knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. Our group of 9 women felt so comfortable with him as he guided us from Temple of Apollo, Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Aphrodisias over the course of 5 days. I have recommended Apasas to at least four other families who'll be exploring Türkiye soon. And we're already planning our return next year. They will take amazing care of you!
Best decision we made for our journey
denisekU2376BI,,Jul 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so lucky to have Gül as our tour guide. She was very welcoming and accomodating; we felt very well taken care of. She brought us through all the attractions without any waiting time (despite the masses that were at Ephesus that day) and has an in-depth knowledge of historical and cultural facts. We can't thank you enough, Gül!
Comprehensive tour.
mallybos,,Jul 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great tour of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary’s house with our tour guide Volcan. We were picked up at our hotel in a comfortable van leading us to our first stop, Mary’s house. Volcan covered all the historical background which led to the veneration of this stop. He showed us all the important highlights of the Ephesus archaeological site, the history, religious evolution from Greek gods, to Roman gods to Christianity. Highly recommend Apsas Travel & Volcan in particular.
Great service and experience @Ephesus
266alh s,,May 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Travel agency was great! They booked us a private tour the same day we asked for it. We had Mehmet as our tour guide who was the nicest guide we’ve had in Turkey. We recommend this experience 100%
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