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Exclusive Shore Excursions to Ephesus & Kusadasi for Groups
If you're traveling as a group and wish to explore the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings, booking a private tour is the best option. Enjoy the comfort, flexibility, and cost savings of a private vehicle, professional guide, and driver—ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.
A private vehicle is ideal for those who prefer a custom itinerary or simply want to tour at their own pace. Our group tours are booked per vehicle, covering all local taxes, insurance, transfers, and parking fees. Additional costs like Ephesus entry tickets and meals can be paid directly at the gates via cash or credit card.
For those who prefer a flexible, cost-effective tour, we offer a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide, allowing you to explore Ephesus and its surroundings at your own pace.
💰 Pricing (Per Vehicle & Guide – Total Cost for the Group)
Tour Guide & Minivan: 150 US$ (up to 4 people )
Tour Guide & Minibus :175 US$ (up to 12 people)
Tour Guide & Midibus: 245 US$ (up to 20 people)
Tour Guide & Coach: 375 US$ (up to 45 people)
Vehicles: Air-conditioned, non-smoking Mercedes Vito/Volt, Volkswagen Volt, or tour buses
Guides: Licensed English-speaking professionals by the Ministry of Culture & Tourism ( Spanish, Portuguese and French can be arranged up on your request )
Pickup & Drop-off: Available from your Kusadasi and Izmir Cruise ship port
📍 Tour Highlights
✔ Ephesus Ancient City – Explore one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world
✔ Library of Celsus – An iconic Roman-era landmark
✔ Grand Theatre of Ephesus – The largest in Anatolia, seating up to 25,000 spectators
✔ Basilica of St. John – A historic site built over the tomb of St. John by Emperor Justinian
✔ Temple of Artemis – One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
✔ Marble Street – Walk the path of ancient Romans
✔ House of the Virgin Mary ⛪ – Optional visit to this sacred pilgrimage site
✔ Sirince Village – A charming hilltop village famous for:
- Traditional Greek-Turkish houses
- Local fruit wines (Tasting optional)
The above-mentioned places will be visited during your tour.
Vehicles are available for a full-day tour, ranging from 6 to 8 hours, depending on your cruise ship's schedule and the sites you wish to visit during your stay.
67 contributions What a remarkable adventure! After several cruise excursions with large groups, this private tour was a refreshing divergence. I highly recommend it for those who cherish touring at their own pace instead of the sluggish rhythm of group outings. It is safe, straightforward, and more economical than ship excursions with varied attractions. Our GUIDE NAFIA - warm, insightful, experienced, fluent in English, simply exceptional! She greeted us with a smile and took us on a delightful private journey. Throughout the tour, she shared historical, cultural, relevant, and even humorous insights. Nafia ensured we avoided crowds to capture the best views and photographs, highlighting many intriguing aspects along the way. A highly professional and extraordinary guide! She even adjusted the itinerary on the fly to align with our interests. Our VAN and DRIVER Moses - a private van with air conditioning, stocked with cold water and beverages, comfortable and very secure with a courteous driver. Our TOUR - We arranged a customized expedition that included: 1- the ancient city of Ephesus (ASTOUNDING) and the Terrace Houses; 2- the Basilica of St. John; 3- the House of the Virgin Mary (truly moving); and 4- the Temple of Artemis. We also visited a charming ceramic shop for a personal, pressure-free tour and enjoyed Turkish coffee. Lunch was included in the package, and Nafia expertly guided us through a delightful dining experience. A brief stop at a carpet factory followed before we returned to the port. Other shopping or factory visits were also open to us. Online booking and reservations - It was remarkably straightforward to browse their options and secure a tour. We even had to change our schedule four days prior to the cruise, and they accommodated everything seamlessly. I would wholeheartedly endorse Ephesus tours. Sandy S ,Ocala, FL🇺🇸