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EPHESUS 4 to 6 Hours NO HIDDEN COSTS Private & Small Group Tours
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EPHESUS 4 to 6 Hours NO HIDDEN COSTS Private & Small Group Tours

By Curio Travel
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Follow in St. Paul’s footsteps on this convenient half-day tour to Ephesus, Turkey’s most spectacular classical site. Traveling in a small group, with a licensed guide, stop at the House of the Virgin Mary, where some believe Jesus’ mother once lived. Stroll the marble streets of Ephesus, capture the 2-story Celsus Library, and return via the Temple of Artemis. Upgrade to include a visit to the Terrace Houses and/or a private tour guide.
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Ages 0-90
Duration: 4–6 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient Ephesus with a guide
  • See the ruined Temple of Artemis, one of the original Wonders of the World
  • Choose a time that suits you: There are departures throughout the day
  • Great value: port transfers and entrance fees are included

  • Entrance fees (Our guide wil have pre-paid tickets to skip line in Ephesus.)
  • Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • Air-conditioned Transportation
  • Local Tax and Handling Fee
  • Parking Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
  • Entry/Admission - Ephesus Terrace Houses
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • NO HIDDEN COST : ENTRANCE FEES are INCLUDED in our rates Meeting time will be given in your confirmation message. Suggested meeting time is 30 to 45 minutes after your arrival to Kusadasi Port. This will be very helpfull to beat the crowds. ✅ Most of the Travel agents DO NOT include entrance fees to their rates ✅ When you compare our tours with others' tours, please check whats includes and what excludes carefully. Meeting points: Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruisers. Listed hotels for the guests who are staying in the listed hotels Your Tour guide and Your driver will meet you at Kusadasi Port with YOUR NAME sign. * Option with Private Tour for your family * Options with/without Terrace Houses* Small group for cruise guests only ensures personal service * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Small-group tour by minibus
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Kuşadası Port Türkiye, Camikebir, Feribot Limanı, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
      • Kusadasi Cruise Pier, Istanbul Denizcilik, Yeni Yolcu Terminali - Ege Port, Camikebir, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 10390P3

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • NO HIDDEN COST : ENTRANCE FEES are included in our rates
        • When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully.
        • Small group for cruise guests only ensures personal service
        • 4 to 6 hours 4 tour programs with Private and Mini group Options
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 10390P3

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        ₱3,497.03
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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        • Curio Travel
          1,382
          Kusadasi, Türkiye
          Joined in November 2011
        • michaeliT2127OB
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome tour and tour guide
          Sel was an amazing tour guide who not only gave us a fantastic tour of Ephesus but also a historic tour of Turkey. This tour was private and intimate and extremely informative. We especially loved the Terrace houses. Would highly recommend
          Written October 2, 2024
        • W3364YKlaurak
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour of Ephesus
          Very informative, beautiful sites and rich history. Nedjet had a wealth of knowledge of the sites and took us to the best viewing areas. Highly recommend.
          Written October 2, 2024
        • H531LAkaylas
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Ephesus in a Day
          Gurkan was amazing! the tour was very informative and fun. Would recommend for couples and small groups. We were able to hear a lot of history and see many interesting sites throughout the tour.
          Written October 2, 2024
        • Zman10000
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Thank you Ersan
          Ersan was our tour guide. He was intelligent and informative .he knows what he id doing thank you for the day. Thank you for service Curio travel
          Written October 2, 2024
        • gargie17
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ephesus is an amazing site to visit, and we had a great guide Jojo share is knowledge
          Ephesus was amazing, incredible what Greeks and Romans built more than 2000 years ago Our guide Jojo was fantastic with sharing his knowledge of the site and took us to a great family restaurant
          Written October 1, 2024
        • Karen C
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very informative & value for money tour
          Hassle free. Packed a lot in in a short space of time. Excellent tour guide (Sel) who spoke excellent English and delivered all the history and information in a very interesting manner. Great way of experiencing the culture & history that Turkey and Kusadasi has to offer. Air-conditioned tour bus.
          Written October 1, 2024
        • sacredvoyager
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing tour with Selim
          We had an amazing tour with our guide Selim. He spoke English very well, and in addition he knew a few other languages. He went beyond our expectations and provided a magnificent tour. He gave us information about all the sites especially Mary's House was very spiritual. We would HIGHLY recommend him!
          Written September 30, 2024
        • W2132YEnataliet
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          House of the virgin mary
          Furkan , was Amazon! He was so informative and the sites that we went to were beautiful and unexpected. Everything was beautiful and Furkan worked well with our party. Our party had to move slower because of handicap member, but he was very patient with us and very entertained for sure.
          Written September 29, 2024
        • 417noemit
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          House of the Virgin Mary
          The tour was amazing. Furkan was amazing and very informative during the entire time. Very friendly and took us to amazing locations. The Tour was beautiful and he accommodated with my daughters walking disability and very patience with us. I can't wait to book my next trip and maybe have him be our tour guide again.
          Written September 29, 2024
        • mrmcgee2019
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Hands down the best tour ever!
          The views were amazing! Ozzy was so professional and informative. We learned so much!! He explained in very simple terms the history of Ephesus.
          Written September 29, 2024
        • riddlecreek
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A taste of Turkey
          Ceren, our quide did an exceptional job. She was very knowledgeable and courteous. She shared a lot of information regarding both Turkish and local culture.
          Written September 29, 2024
        • christins796
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Incredible tour
          Incredible tour with Selda! She was so knowledgeable and fun to be with. We loved our lunch and our time at Ephesus. Perfect tour for us to choose!
          Written September 29, 2024
        • annmarieb741
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Turkey
          Ersan was a great tour guide. He showed us the local towns, keep us out of the crowds, and was very informative. Would highly recommend!
          Written September 29, 2024
        • TyffanyP3
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day in Ephesus
          Had a wonderful day. Was able to customize tour to fit what our group was interested in. Ersan was a fabulous tour guide. Very knowledgeable and interesting. Made me definitely want to return to Turkey.
          Written September 29, 2024
        • Michael H
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent Ephesus excursion
          Excellent tour. Our guide, Sefa, was knowledgeable, polite and timely. He guided us to all of the important sites in Ephesus. The driver with him was great. The vehicle was very comfortable. The meal that came with the tour was outstanding. I would highly recommend this tour with Safa. You will not be disappointed.
          Written September 29, 2024
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        Alexander H
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Family
        We hired Huseyin who was extremely professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He was on time and communicated directly with us when we arrived at the port. We were running a bit behind because we were traveling with our 18 month old but he waited patiently and adjusted our itinerary based on the crowds and the time. Our first stop was a Populer, a lrather jacket factory where we were received with a fashion show (which I'll admit was very fun). The prices and quality of these knock offs was dubious. Next we went to Ephesus and the house of the Virgin Mary. Huseyin was not only our guide but our babysitter and photographer! He helped carry the stroller in the difficult areas to maneuver and he even helped stay with our 18 month old so we could walk thru the house of the Virgin Mary (does not allow strollers) or the theater. Huseyin and his driver showed us the real meaning of Turkish hospitality. My wife and I are very grateful for all of his help during our cruiseship stop at Kudasasi. We did the tour in Spanish but he speaks English as well. I can not recommend Huseyin enough.
        Written May 29, 2024
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        traveller976
        Oakville, Canada252 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Overall a great half day tour! Our guide was very nice, professional and knowledgeable and was waiting for us when we got off the ship. The van had great air conditioning (valuable on an extremely hot day!) and was very comfortable. We took a private tour and loved that we could customize the stops and how long we spent at each stop. Our guide also showed us where we could stop for washrooms, and later to buy water and then ice cream. The entrance fees were paid in advance which minimized the line ups - although everyone had to line up for the Virgin Mary’s house as it was quite busy the day we were there. Would definitely recommend!
        Written June 22, 2024
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        Journey61317814516
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sep 2022
        I was very glad me and my wife invested in paying for this smaller tour. As I looked at the coaches of people going to these attractions I was grateful we only had 6 people on our tour (max 10) so we could hear all the interesting facts about the things we were visiting. The tour guide himself was really lovely and detailed and showed real passion for what he was talking about. Not sure if they change the guides, regardless it was a great tour.
        Written September 22, 2022
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        alexnic
        Gourock, UK104 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2022
        Collected at Cruise terminal by tour guide Mrs Arzu, she was very knowledgeable in the area and Turkish culture in general.

        Excellent very comfortable air conditioned mini bus that easily accommodated the party of 6.

        Ephesus tour was taken at a very good pace with plenty of time to take it all in and Mrs Arzu readily answered any questions we had on the history of the place etc.

        We were taken to a family owned pottery/ceramics village factory not far from Ephesus and were treated to the making of the beautiful goods...with no 'hard sell', it was a pleasant experience.

        I would highly recommend this company without hesitation... well worth it!
        Written August 25, 2022
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        Eugene H
        Burlington, Ontario5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023
        Group Tour   : Kusadasi – Ephesus – Terrace Houses -  House of Virgin Mary- Artemis Temple

        At 7.30 am our captain told us that we would be late because of strong winds. I called the tour company on WhatsApp an d they told me that they would wait.

        They had a sign at the exit of the cruise terminal and they introduced themselves very politely.

        There were two guides, one learning and one very expert. His name is Egre (I hope I spelled it right). Egre is extremely knowledgeable and I heard some information that I learned in high school but never revisited. i was very impressed by the level of knowledge and also by the presentation.

        We drove 20 minutes towards the Ephesus area.

        First however, we stopped at the Huse of Virgin Mary where we had a bathroom stop.

        The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains eight kilometres away from Ephesus.

        We had been here in 2010 ad it was good to visit the place again.

        We walked along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater.

        My wife visited Terrace Houses in Ephesus but I declined since I could not walk down steep stairs. The guide was very clear in what difficulty to expect and I made the right decision based on his information.

        At the end we visited the Agora, the market.

        After this visit we went to a pottery store that has been in business for over 600 years from the same family and we bought three pieces. Very good. Other tours went to a leather store and bought some clothes there.

        We then stopped at Artemission Temple to take some photos,  here used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world

        Our last stop was at a bakery in the Kusadasi town center and then we walked to the port.

        The ship left on time at 5 pm.

        We were six people in the group ad the van was a luxurious Mercedes.
        Written March 31, 2023
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        Marisha P
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2022 • Couples
        Yavuz was kind, patient, knowledgeable and thorough. He guided us through Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis and attempted House of the Virgin Mary but the queue was too long for us to wait due to religious holiday. Yavuz took us to a nice lunch spot and answered all of our questions throughout the day. He was respectful of our needs (shopping, dining, allergies, bathroom breaks, religions, handicaps, shade/heat etc), took our photos and made good use of our time together while ensuring we got back to port timely. Highly recommend this tour!
        Written July 11, 2022
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        Louise K
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2023 • Solo
        I am delighted to provide my highest endorsement of Curio Travel and our guide, Ozge. I went on a Mini Group Tour to the House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus, and the Artemis Temple. Since it was the end of the season (mid-November), there were only three of us. We had an incredible day.

        It felt like a custom, private tour. Ozge laid out the day but she offered to move things around to suit our preferences. At Ephesus, there was a separate area that required another ticket. Even though it wasn’t included in our tour, she gave us the option to go, which we declined.

        Ozge knew the sites well and provided detailed background. She connected the dots between the sites and gave commentary that showed her understanding of history, mythology, religious import, and the significance of this part of the world.

        At each location, we were also given time to explore on our own.

        She was patient and gracious and answered every question. We encountered some very rude tour guides and equally rude tourists who were loud, railroaded our small group, and acted as if we weren’t there. Ozge handled the situations with grace, asserting our space and standing up for us.

        When she saw I didn’t have an umbrella, she offered me hers.

        Since we were a curious group, our tour lasted longer than expected. We never felt rushed, even when we were buying souvenirs.

        We had lovely conversations in our small van. What a gift she gave us! We felt like very welcome and appreciated visitors. I felt an open-hearted thread between our countries. I could tell that Ozge is very proud of and loves her Turkey. It made me want to return for a longer visit (and I will contact her!).

        I also want to thank Fevzi who owns this tour company. She helped me resolve an issue that I had (unrelated to the tourist sites).

        This company operates with integrity. You can trust your precious vacation time with them.
        Written December 22, 2023
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        Daman O
        1 contribution
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2024 • Family
        Our tour guide, Devrim, was amazing. Really knowledgeable and really entertaining! The AC van was comfortable and necessary in the extreme heat. The Virgin House of Mary was a nice site and it was good that we didn’t have to wait long, otherwise it wouldn’t have been worth the stop. Ephesus was expansive and it was cool to see, but the extreme heat without much shade or food/drink or bathrooms made it a less pleasant experience. The museum was really cool. The pottery house was a nice stop, but it felt a little like you should buy something after they put on a show and offer you a drink. The House of Artemis was a quick stop that wasn’t much to see but at least you could say you’ve done it.

        All that said, I recommend the tour, but count on it being more like 6-7 hours if your group likes to meander and shop. Apparently some groups can zip through Ephesus in 20 mins, in which case the tour would be much shorter.

        Good luck and enjoy!
        Written June 26, 2024
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        Jason
        Orange County, CA9 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2023 • Family
        Great tour for our family of 17 as part of a 3.5 hour excursion from our cruise. We went to the Virgin Mary house and Ephesus with our guide Mr. Melih. He was very knowledgeable and approachable providing great context and insight to the sites we visited. At the end he gave us an option to see local crafts and we chose pottery/ceramics where we went and observed a master ceramic maker and tour the shop.

        Would recommend this tour, especially for those on tight cruiseship schedules stopping at Kusadasi and wanting to experience the local craft scene.
        Written July 21, 2023
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        Kelly C
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2022 • Couples
        The perfect way to see Ephesus. We only had 4 people on our tour so our guide Arzu was able to give a very personalized tour. When we were in Ephesus we had a chance to visit the Terrace homes. Highly recommend seeing these homes, they are so beautiful and give you a special glimpse into the lives of the ancient Ephesians.

        After Ephesus we did a little shopping in the market just outside the gates. Then we headed to a ceramic shop to see a live demonstration. The family that makes the ceramics and runs the shop are just lovely and welcoming. Beautiful gifts to bring home for your loved ones.

        Then we went to Mary’s house. The line was long but it is worth the wait. A nice quiet and sacred place to take a moment to reflect and reset. Leaving a prayer in the wall is the perfect way to end your day no matter your religious affiliation.

        Our guide Arzu was born and raised in Kusadasi and was brilliant. She knew all the historical facts and could answer questions about current events. She was thoughtful & accommodating. You could tell that she loves being a guide.
        Written November 22, 2022
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