Private Ephesus Shore Excursion With Private Vehicle and Tour Guide

Summary

You will be met at Kusadasi port by your private English-speaking tour guide.  After discussing your final itinerary you will set off in your comfortable, late-model, air-conditioned vehicle for your tour.  There is lots to see and do in the area, with options including: • The ancient city of Ephesus - the former capital of Asia minor, and today one of the world's most impressive ruins sites.  As you stroll its marble streets visiting highlights such as the Odeon, the Agora, the Celsus Library and the theatre, your guide will bring the site to life for you, giving you insight into what daily life was like for the Ephesians. Entrance:  40TL per person, Ephesus Terrace Houses:  20TL per person • The House of Virgin Mary - believed to be the place where she was taken to spend her last days by St John, and today a place of pilgrimage for Christians and Muslims alike from all over the world. Entrance: 20TL per peson • Sirince - this charming, former Greek village is a great place to relax as you stroll the cobblestone streets, tasting the local fruit wine and browsing through market stalls selling local olive oil products and handicrafts.  Its also home to some of the best home-style cooking in the area. • St Johns Basilica - formerly part of Ephesus and built over what is believed to be the burial site of St John the Apostle. Entrance: 10TL per person. • Ephesus archaeology museum - home to some of the many treasures excavated from Ephesus including an important statue of the Goddess Artemis. Entrance:  10TL per person • The Temple of Artemis - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and built in honour of the Goddess Artemis by the Ephesians, for whom she was an important deity.  Although only one column remains standing today, it is easy to imagine its former glory. Entrance:  freeYour guide will help you decide the best place to eat lunch - there are lots of tasty options available including an open buffet of home-style food, gozleme (Turkish pancakes), kebabs, pide (Turkish pizza) and more. After your day of sightseeing you will be dropped back at the port of Kusadasi.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

See the Ephesus area your way with this private shore excursion in which we provide a provide vehicle for up to 14 people and an English-speaking tour guide, and you design your own itinerary for the day.  You will meet your private guide at Kusadasi port then set off for a day of sight seeing, visiting only the places you are interested in, choosing from options such as the ancient city of Ephesus, Virgin Mary's House, St John's Basilica, the charming village of Sirince and the Temple of Artemis.

What’s included?

  • Port pickup and drop-off

  • Driver

  • Professional, English-speaking guide

  • Transport by private vehicle

  • Parking Fees

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • 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:

Tours 4 Turkey Travel

About operator:

We are specialists in planning Turkey Tours and holidays Our areas of expertise include All Around Turkey , Istanbul - Cappadocia – Ephesus –Pamukkale – Aphrodisias – Fethiye –Pergamon – Gallipolli Troy – Nemrut Mountain - Konya and all over Turkey. We believe in offering personal attention and take pride in the many positive responses from our valued clients. Our negotiated rates with our suppliers allow us to offer our clients the best possible prices with most comfortable tours. Tours4Turkey Travel has its own fleet of luxury vehicles and has a team of Tour Guides that excel at their work. With many choices available, we will correctly advise you the best sequence, price and accommodation types that will suit your party. We offer Family Travel ,Couples, Singles ,Groups/Incentives and special interest options. Feel free to contact one of our professional sales consultants for advice and ideas on making your next trip a memorable one.

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