FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Tour (Skip-the-Line & Guaranteed On-Time Return)

Selçuk, Turkey
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• GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT /
• SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) /
• FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS /
• PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE /
• LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT /
• REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS /
• FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES /
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Discover the TERRACE HOUSES and EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, the largest open-air museum of Turkey that is listed in UNESCO World Heritage, with our LOCAL & LICENSED TOUR GUIDES. In addition, explore the BASILICA OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST is one of the most important pilgrims.

Planning a visit & logistics to that important destination takes serious time in your limited Cruise Journey. During this hassle-free day trip, you can settle back and relax while our team handles the LOGISTICS, SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS, LUNCH, and all others.

So, the only thing you need to do is ENJOYING YOUR DAY!

Description

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast

We meet you at the Cruise Port! Our team will be waiting next to Information Desk at the Exit Gate of Cruise Port by holding a sign which is your name written on it.
After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree on your meeting time. There are several Cruise Ships with different timings. So, you might decide about the best meeting time which is fitting your schedule.

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets and more...

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ephesus Terrace Houses, Selcuk 35148 Turkiye

Terrace Houses were the houses of rich & upper class people in Ephesus City have been lived, famed with gorgeous mosaics, frescoes and wall paintings. One of the best preserved site in the Ephesus in which archeological works still continue.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Basilica of Saint John, Isa Bey Mahallesi, 2013. Sk. No:1, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

In early A.D, Evangelist St. John lived in the Ephesus in order to spread Christianity and collect more followers to the way of Jesus. And, according to many sources, he died around Ephesus after he returned from exile in Patmos.
And, buried on the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill by his students.
Roman Emperor Justinian constructed one of the biggest Basilicas of Christianity in the 4th Century A.D over the burial of St. Jean the Evangelist!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye

Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon.

The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess, Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and the marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.

During the time, it has been destroyed and collapsed many times due to the natural disasters.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast

We will drive through Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.

Pass By: Kusadasi Shopping Center, Yavansu Mah. Karaova Sok. No: 8/7 G-1, Kusadasi 09400 Turkiye

You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: the best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...

Pass By: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Merkez, Kusadasi Turkiye

Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast

In the end of our tour, we return to the Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME!
PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port.

OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

Offerings

Book by April 30 to save 5% off our previously offered price!

Inclusions

  • GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
  • SKIP-THE-LINE MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKET (if requested by travelers-with additional fee)
  • Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
  • PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver

Exclusions

  • Gratuities recommended
  • Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased tickets with guide, you can pay as cash to your guide)

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • We highly recommend you to meet our team, after 30/45 minutes your ship docked to the Port. So, you might beat the crowds, school buses, and hot weather in order to have a better experience during your Tour in Ephesus.
  • Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Hotels which is centrally located in Kusadasi or Selcuk Towns
  • Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Izmir Cruise Port and Izmir Hotels with an additional fee of 100 USD for up to 15 Persons.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • After you sent your reservation, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Operates

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Cancellation

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

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