Private Tour
PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Discover the very best of Ephesus on a stress-free PRIVATE shore excursion designed for CRUISE PASSENGERS. With your own local guide and comfortable, air-conditioned Minivan, you’ll explore the UNESCO-listed RUINS OF EPHESUS, Mary's House, and Temple of Artemis at a pace that suits you. Your guide handles everything, from timing around your ship’s arrival to arranging entrances, comfort breaks, and optional shopping or artisan visits upon request. All you need to do is enjoy your day and be back at the port right on time.
• Private Tour tailored for CRUISE PASSENGERS from Cruise Port
• See three must-see sites in one day: Ephesus Ruins, House of the Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis
• Enjoy a fully flexible itinerary with your own Guide and private A/C Minivan
• Worry-free shore excursion with port pickup/drop-off and a schedule planned around your ship’s timings
• Customise your day by adding Terrace Houses, or an Authentic Turkish Lunch if you wish
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
UPON YOUR SHIP'S ARRIVAL AT THE PORT, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET WITH OUR TEAM WITHIN 30 TO 45 MINUTES. BY DOING SO, YOU CAN BYPASS THE CROWDS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS, ENSURING AN ENHANCED AND MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.
OUR PRIVATE TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE SHIP.
BOOK YOUR PRIVATE TOUR WITH US, VERIFIED PROVIDER OF KUSADASI/EPHESUS CRUISE PORT!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kusadasi
We will meet you at the Cruise Port! Once your tour is booked, we’ll reach out promptly with your customised meeting time and precise meeting location, arranged according to your cruise ship’s arrival & departure.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum in Turkey, reflecting the grandeur of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations at their peak. As you walk through this extraordinary archaeological site, you step back in time while discovering the Senate Building, the Ancient Hospital, the Temple of Domitian, the famous Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, the Trajan Fountain, the beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian, the world-renowned Celsus Library, and the magnificent Grand Theatre of Ephesus—along with many other remarkable remains that bring history vividly to life.
What‘s Included
Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Museum Entrance Tickets (you can include or exclude the ticket according to the option)
Private transportation with modern, A/C minivans, each operated by a dedicated professional driver
Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
Museum Entrance Tickets (you can include or exclude the ticket according to the option)
Pickup points
Kusadasi Cruise Port
Options
EXCL. MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKETS
MUSEUM TICKETS: On the day of your tour, you can choose the Museums you are interested in visiting and pay the entrance fees on-site.
PRIVATE TOUR: Tailor-made Private Tour excluding the Museum Entrance Tickets.
Pickup included
INCL. MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKETS
MUSEUM TICKETS: INCLUDING MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKETS for Ephesus Ancient City and the Mary's House.
Pickup included
Reviews
5,778 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience and excursion!
205stacys,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On time and easy to find from the cruise port. Our tour guide was friendly, and knowledgeable. It was a great tour, with a lot to see and experience.
Ephesus tour
arleneo2026,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00She’s excellent tour guide-very helpful Kind and clear for explaining. We had tailor made program( Mary’s g House and Ephesus with some local shops and tasting)we loved it . Highly recommended!!!
Ephesus tour
532myrnad,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We docked the izkir cruise port. Fatima was there on time. She organized such a great tour route before bus tours! Do not miss this tour guide and local company
Ephesus tour
merceditag2026,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend fatima and her tour , company iglesias tour!! She was at the port on time. We have been in ephesus and marys house before the crowds
Ephesus
I5259FXdavea,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fatima was ready at the port on time. She showed us Mary’s house and ephesus ancient city before bus groups! Great job she did! Do not hesitate to book with them
Ephesus tour
A352MPpatriciaw,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fatima picked us up from kusadasinport . Holding our name written on the board! Such a sweet lady and guide excellent service and car! Do not hesitate to book
Pick us up on time
dianatL2162QB,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent, we had a great time, explained everything really well, friendly , excellent customer service …..w ewete back to port on time
Very good tour
Explorer36924003241,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide and service . She picked up us on time . Ephesus and marys house was in our program. We were back in time.....
Excellent tour
arlenet948,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fatima is friendly, kind, helpful and very nice woman. I recommend her to my family and friends.
Perfect !!excellent !!
amydJ6229PJ,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing !!!Fatima is very kind and generous tour guide 👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼I meet a new friend !!! In her 👍
Related Experiences
Operated by BEST TURKEY TOUR