Ephesus Ancient Ruins Private Tour

From$39
5 hours – 6 hours
Kusadasi, Turkey

About this activity

Experience the rich history of Ephesus with a private guided tour, including the Library of Celsus and Temple of Artemis.

Highlights

  • Explore the ancient Library of Celsus
  • Visit the Temple of Artemis ruins
  • Discover the Great Theatre of Ephesus
  • Wander through the Temple of Hadrian
  • See the Terrace Houses with frescoes

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the wonders of ancient Ephesus on this exclusive private tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll traverse the well-preserved streets of this ancient city, uncovering stories and secrets from its storied past. Marvel at the grandeur of the Library of Celsus, once a beacon of knowledge, and stand in awe before the remnants of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. With personalized attention and a comfortable ride, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through history.

Included / Excluded

  • Professional licensed local tour guide
  • Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
  • Fully air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle
  • Meals and beverages

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
  • Photography is allowed; please be respectful of local customs.
  • Gratuities for the guide are appreciated but not mandatory.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • No dress code
  • WE DO NOT GIVE TOURS IN SPANISH, OUR TOURS ARE ONLY IN ENGLISH.

Traveler reviews

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Fabulous Day Tour!!

The absolute best tour so far!! Our guide was so friendly & knowledgeable. We started in Ephesus and stopped for lunch at a place where only the locals eat! Great experience! Then off to see how rugs were made, then pottery and then candy!! Highly recommend to all!!

Daydream210614Sep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fantastic

Our Ephesus tour was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. Everything was well organized, informative, and enjoyable, and we learned so much without ever feeling rushed. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the history of Ephesus come alive. We also traveled in a very comfortable private bus, which made the entire day easy and relaxing. Ephesus itself was incredible, and the combination of a great guide, smooth organization, and comfortable transportation made this one of the highlights of our trip. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

R8902OUmarinarAug 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wonderful tour of Ephesus

Our tour guide Ecem was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable and we didn’t feel rushed. We stopped by a school that made silk carpets and it was great.

sonyalismOct 29, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Wonderful guided experience

Just finished our day long private tour with Alican Ozdalar. He is a very personable man. It was amazing. He made recommendations and allowed us to choose what we wanted to see. He is very knowledgable about the locations, took us to the best spots to take photos and pointed out things that we would have missed if we had gone on our own.

Quest24326501851Oct 12, 2025TRIPADVISOR

AN ABSOLUTE FABULOUS EXPERIENCE

Our Tour Guide was a wonderful young.lady by the name.of "Banu" .. OMG SHE WAS ABSOLUTELY GREAT !!! ... WE HAD AN AIR CONDITIONED.BUS .. With comfortable.seats ... the driver was name Joseph ... she was patient ... Exciting ... Easy to get along with ... Energetic .. very detailed.about all information given.,

E9169OMmariamSep 3, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

No dress code WE DO NOT GIVE TOURS IN SPANISH, OUR TOURS ARE ONLY IN ENGLISH.