Ephesus was an ancient Ionian Greek city; its ruins lie
near the modern Town of Selcuk and only 20 minutes drive
from Kusadasi in Turkey. It was situated south of the
Cayster River, and was the site of the Temple of
Artemis. Traditionally founded by the Carians, it was
one of the 12 Ionian Cities and was involved in the
Persian and Peloponnesian wars. It was taken by
Alexander the Great c.334 BC and prospered throughout
the Hellenistic period. It passed to Rome in 133 BC;
under Augustus it became the capital of the Roman
province of Asia. It was an early seat of Christianity,
visited by St. Paul, and the recipient of the Epistle to
the Ephesians. The Goths destroyed the city and temple
in AD 262; neither ever recovered. There are extensively
excavated ruins at the modern site.
General Note = If your group has a particular
area of interest (such as Cultural, Historical,
Religious or Archaeological) then please let us know and
we will do all we can to tailor your tour and guide to
this interest.
Lunch Break Note = Our private tours do not
include lunch but if you would like to and up to the
availability of your time in Port and your chosen tour
we are happy to stop for a lunch break. There are many
options for lunch and you can discuss on the day with
your guide as the type of food you would like to try and
your budget and you can pay for lunch and drinks
directly once you are there. You will need to add on at
least 30 mins to the duration of our tours as indicated
to include a lunch break.
Ephesus Terrace Houses Note = Our private tours
do not include the Terrace Houses but if you would like
to visit and up to the availability of your time in Port
you can do so. Ephesus Terrace Houses are located on the
slopes of Bulbul Mountain, opposite the Hadrian Temple.
Also called as "the houses of rich", these houses were
for the important and wealthy people of Ephesus, as only
rich people could afford such houses. Terrace Houses is
optional with USD 15 extra per person. Minimum required
time is 30 minutes.
Tour 1-
Kusadasi & Ephesus
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you will begin your Private Ephesus Tour. First we will make our way to the Ephesus which was one of the most important cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus Ruins (Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Roman Baths, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is still in use today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of 25,000, etc...). As we walk through this ancient site you will notice the streets paved with marble which gives a hint to this city's great wealth many years ago. Following this we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world where your guide will explain to you the significance of this important site. Once the tour has finished some free time for shopping facilities and you will be returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance fees.
DURATION = approx 3-4 Hours (Departing Everyday)
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 80.00
3 pax = Euro 65.00
4-5 pax = Euro 50.00
6-7 pax = Euro 45.00
8-10 pax = Euro 40.00
11+ pax = Euro 35.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
Tour 2-
Kusadasi & Ephesus & Terrace Houses
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you
will begin your Private Ephesus
Tour.
First we will make our way to the Ephesus which was one of the most
important cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the
Ephesus Ruins (Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Roman Baths, Celcus Library
and the Theatre which is still in use today for concerts and has an
amazing capacity of 25,000, etc...). As we walk through this ancient
site you will notice the streets paved with marble which gives a
hint to this city's great wealth many years ago. Ephesus Terrace
Houses are located on the slopes of Bulbul Mountain, opposite the
Hadrian Temple. Also called as "the houses of rich", these houses
were for the important and wealthy people of Ephesus, as only rich
people could afford such houses. Following this we will visit the
Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
where your guide will explain to you the significance of this
important site. Once the tour has finished some free time for
shopping facilities and you will be returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C
private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance fees.
DURATION = approx 4-5 Hours (Departing Everyday)
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 90.00
3 pax = Euro 70.00
4-5 pax = Euro 55.00
6-7 pax = Euro 50.00
8-10 pax = Euro 45.00
11+ pax = Euro 40.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
Tour 3-
Kusadasi & Ephesus & House of Virgin
Mary
You will be met by your guide at
the Port of Kusadasi where you will begin your Private Ephesus Tour.
First
we will visit the House of Virgin Mary where it is believed that she
arrived with Saint John 4-6 years after the death of Christ and
where she spent her final days. Following this we will make our way
to the Ephesus which was one of the most important cultural centers
of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus Ruins (Odeon, Temple
of Hadrian, Roman Baths, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is
still in use today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of
25,000, etc...). As we walk through this ancient site you will
notice the streets paved with marble which gives a hint to this
city's great wealth many years ago. Following this we will visit the
Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
where your guide will explain to you the significance of this
important site. Once the tour has finished some free time for
shopping facilities and you will be returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C
private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance fees. DURATION = approx 4-5 Hours (Departing Everyday)
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 90.00
3 pax = Euro 70.00
4-5 pax = Euro 55.00
6-7 pax = Euro 50.00
8-10 pax = Euro 45.00
11+ pax = Euro 40.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
Tour 4-
Kusadasi & Ephesus & Terrace Houses &
House of Virgin Mary
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you
will begin your Private Ephesus Tour.
First
we will visit the House of Virgin Mary where it is believed that
she arrived with Saint John 4-6 years after the death of Christ
and where she spent her final days. Following this we will make
our way to the Ephesus which was one of the most important
cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus
Ruins (Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Roman Baths, Celcus Library and
the Theatre which is still in use today for concerts and has an
amazing capacity of 25,000, etc...). As we walk through this
ancient site you will notice the streets paved with marble which
gives a hint to this city's great wealth many years ago. Ephesus
Terrace Houses are located on the slopes of Bulbul Mountain,
opposite the Hadrian Temple. Also called as "the houses of
rich", these houses were for the important and wealthy people of
Ephesus, as only rich people could afford such houses. Following
this we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven
wonders of the ancient world where your guide will explain to
you the significance of this important site. Once the tour has
finished some free time for shopping facilities and you will be
returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C
private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance fees.
DURATION = approx 4-5 Hours (Departing Everyday)
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 100.00
3 pax = Euro 75.00
4-5 pax = Euro 60.00
6-7 pax = Euro 55.00
8-10 pax = Euro 50.00
11+ pax = Euro 45.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
Tour 5-
Kusadasi & Ephesus & House of Virgin
Mary & St. John
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you
will begin your Private Ephesus Tour.
First
we will visit the House of Virgin Mary where it is believed that
she arrived with Saint John 4-6 years after the death of Christ
and where she spent her final days. Following this we will make
our way to the Ephesus which was one of the most important
cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus
Ruins (Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Roman Baths, Celcus Library and
the Theatre which is still in use today for concerts and has an
amazing capacity of 25,000, etc...). As we walk through this
ancient site you will notice the streets paved with marble which
gives a hint to this city's great wealth many years ago.
Following this we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the
seven wonders of the ancient world where your guide will explain
to you the significance of this important site. Before heading
back to Kusadasi we will visit Basilica of St. John who it was
believed spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and
is buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. Once the tour
has finished some free time for shopping facilities and you will
be returned to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C
private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance
fees.
DURATION = approx 5-6 Hours
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 100.00
3 pax = Euro 75.00
4-5 pax = Euro 60.00
6-7 pax = Euro 55.00
8-10 pax = Euro 50.00
11+ pax = Euro 45.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
Tour 6-
Kusadasi & Ephesus & Sirince Village
You will be met by your guide at the Port of Kusadasi where you
will begin your Private Ephesus Tour.
First
we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of
the ancient world where your guide will explain to you the
significance of this important site. Following this we will make
our way to Ephesus which was one of the most important cultural
centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus ruins,
Odeon, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is still in use
today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of 25,000. As we
walk through this ancient site you will notice the streets paved
with marble which gives a hint to this city's great wealth many
years ago. Then we will drive to the scenic mountain side
Village of Sirince and we will visit the Antique Church, Mosque
and Typical Turkish Houses. Şirince is very popular for its
style of building, streets and hand made fruit wines and is a
nice relaxing way to finish your day. Once the tour has finished
some free time for shopping facilities and you will be returned
to the Port of Kusadasi.
INCLUDED = Pick up & drop-off at Port of Kusadasi, A/C
private transportation, Professional guide, Entrance fees. DURATION = approx 5-6 Hours
PRICE PER PERSON
2 pax = Euro 100.00
3 pax = Euro 75.00
4-5 pax = Euro 60.00
6-7 pax = Euro 55.00
8-10 pax = Euro 50.00
11+ pax = Euro 45.00
(Age 0-6 Free 7-12 %50)
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