5-Hour Private Trip to Ephesus with Lunch

Summary

Begin your private tour at your choice of times, with pickup at your hotel or cruise ship dock. Most people then head to Ephesus, which is located a short drive from Kusadasi. Your private guide takes you through the well-preserved ruins of the ancient Greek and Roman city, pointing out highlights including the Gate of Mazeus and Mithridates, the Great Theater, the Odeon, the Library of Celsus, the fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, and more. Stop at the Temple of Artemis, which stood close to Ephesus and is marked by a single remaining column. Then visit the Meryemana (House of the Virgin Mary), a site that's sacred to both Christians and Muslims, and discover the legend of the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, another story that's common to Christianity and Islam. You'll take a break for lunch, and be returned to the port or your hotel in Kusadasi at the end of your tour.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
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Why take this tour?

Catch the highlights of Ephesus, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this 5-hour private trip from Kusadasi for a minimum of three people. With personal guide and private driver, tour the ruins of ancient Ephesus, the Meryemana (Virgin Mary's House), the Temple of Artemis, and the mysterious Seven Sleepers cave. Skip-the-line entrance and lunch are included.

What’s included?

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

  • Lunch

  • Private guide

  • Driver

  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines

  • Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle

  • Guaranteed to skip the lines

  • Drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Ephesus Tours

About operator:

We are a professional licensed tour company organizing private tours and shore excursions to Ephesus and other archeological, religious and cultural sites of Turkey since 2001.

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