About This Tour
Step off your cruise ship at Kusadasi and explore ancient Ephesus — the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean and the largest open-air museum in Turkey. Over 30 buildings and structures line streets that still bear the marks of ancient chariot wheels.
Visit the Great Theatre, where St. Paul once preached and gladiators battled before crowds of 25,000. Marvel at the remarkably restored façade of the Library of Celsus, built between 115 and 125 AD and today the most photographed monument in Ephesus. Along the way, discover the Fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, the Scholastica Baths, the marble road, and the ancient Agora.
The tour continues to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Once measuring 425 by 220 feet, only its foundation and a single column remain — a humbling reminder of a vanished civilisation. Your guide guarantees a timely return to the cruise port.
Tour Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans on a guided tour of the city of Ephesus
- Visit the Temple of Artemis — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Marvel at the restored Library of Celsus, built between 115 and 125 AD
- Learn about early Christians, including Mother Mary, St. John, and St. Paul
- Discover the Odeon Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan and more
- Skip-the-line access and guaranteed timely return to Kusadasi Cruise Port
Itinerary
Kuşadası Cruise Port
Your guide meets you at one of four pickup points at Ege Ports / Kusadasi Cruise Pier. Starting time is adjusted to your ship's docking and onboard schedule.
Air-conditioned coach to Ephesus
Ephesus Ancient City
Explore the marble streets and monumental ruins of Ephesus with your guide. Highlights include the Great Theatre (capacity 25,000), the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the marble road, Agora, Scholastica Baths, and the Temple of Domitian.
Entry fee optional — see booking optionsTemple of Artemis
One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, dedicated to the Goddess of the Hunt. Originally measuring 425 by 220 feet, only the foundation and one column remain today — a site of extraordinary historical significance.
Air-conditioned coach back to port
Back at Kuşadası Cruise Port
Timely return to your ship is guaranteed. Drop-off at the same pier options as pickup.
What's Included
Two booking options are available: with or without entry tickets. If you choose the option without tickets, your guide will have pre-purchased skip-the-line tickets which you pay for directly in cash (€, $ or TL). See the GetYourGuide widget for both options and live pricing.
Included
- Licensed local tour guide (English, Japanese or Russian)
- Pickup and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Port
- Air-conditioned vehicle transport
- Car park fees
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" booking option)
- Skip-the-line access to Ephesus
Not Included
- Tips for the guide and driver (optional but appreciated)
- Personal expenses
- Entry tickets (if you choose the "Without Tickets" option)
Know Before You Go
This tour is designed exclusively for cruise guests. Pickup and drop-off are available only at Kusadasi Cruise Port. Starting time is adjusted to your ship's docking schedule.
Your timely return to the port is guaranteed — the tour is planned around your ship's departure time.
If you book the option without entry tickets, your guide will hold pre-purchased skip-the-line tickets. Payment for these is made directly to your guide in cash — euros, US dollars or Turkish Lira are accepted.
Both shared and private group options are available. Select your preference at the time of booking.
Guided tours are available in English, Japanese and Russian. Please specify your preferred language when booking.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a passport or valid ID card. Smoking is not permitted inside the tour vehicle.
Your guide may suggest a brief stop at a local handcraft shop. This is entirely optional and at your discretion.
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Meeting Point
Your guide meets you at Kusadasi Cruise Port. Choose from four pickup locations at the Ege Ports / Kusadasi Cruise Pier.
Starting time is adjusted to your ship's docking and onboard schedule.
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What to Bring
- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat & sunscreen
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