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Ephesus: Private Tour with Skip-The-Line & Less Walking

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Are you ready to spend an unforgettable day in Kusadasi and Ephesus? We will explore Roman history with the most classic private Ephesus tour. Good choice for people who are interested in ancient history and want to see everything possible in one day without being in a rush. You will visit the most significant places with skip-the-line tickets and the most professional guides!

What's Included

  • Cruise Port Pick-up and Drop-off
  • All Taxes and Parking Fees (No extra cost)
  • Transportation with a Mercedes A/C Non-smoking Minivan
  • Local Lunch
  • Hotel Pick up Fee - 50USD per group.
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have all skip-the-line tickets in advance)
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1. Upon your cruise ship's arrival, your designated private tour guide will be readily identifiable, holding a sign bearing your surname, positioned at the immigration exit gate.2. It is our earnest recommendation that our esteemed guests opt for an early selection of their preferred pick-up time, aligned with their ship's arrival. Doing so will facilitate a seamless rendezvous with your guide, mitigating congestion stemming from the influx of shore excursion vehicles.3. In the case of hotel accommodations, your dedicated private tour guide will extend a warm welcome in the comfort of the hotel lobby.

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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

The House of the Virgin Mary is located 6 km (3.7 mi) from Ephesus and surrounded by pine and olive trees. It is made of stone and looks very small and humble. Outside the house is a "wishing wall," which pilgrims have used by tying their intentions on paper or fabric. A nearby water source is also believed to have miraculous healing powers. Several popes visited the shrine after the first visit of the VI. Paul in 1967.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

After Mary's house, your guide will escort you to sights in Ephesus, informing you about the history of impressive Roman structures as you walk through the magnificent Marble Street of the city. Ephesus is Turkey's most visited ancient site and the third largest city of the Roman Empire after Alexandria and Rome. Once, it was a trading center of the Asia province of the Roman Empire known as Asia Minor. During your stay in Ephesus, you will be amazed by two-thousand-year-old structures such as the Parliament House, Temple of Domitian, Memmius Monument, Heracles Gate, mosaic-covered pavements, bathhouses, public toilets, the Third Largest Library of the Ancient World, the shops, the Largest Theater of Turkey where St. Paul preached and many others.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

The last historical spot of your tour will be the Temple of Artemis (Diana) which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient World.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus: Private Tour with Skip-The-Line & Less Walking?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus: Private Tour with Skip-The-Line & Less Walking?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Cruise Port Pick-up and Drop-off.
  • All Taxes and Parking Fees (No extra cost).
  • Transportation with a Mercedes A/C Non-smoking Minivan.
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide in English.
The following is NOT included:
  • Local Lunch.
  • Hotel Pick up Fee - 50USD per group.
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have all skip-the-line tickets in advance).
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Ephesus: Private Tour with Skip-The-Line & Less Walking is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Cruise Port Pick-up and Drop-off
  • All Taxes and Parking Fees (No extra cost)
  • Transportation with a Mercedes A/C Non-smoking Minivan
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide in English
  • Local Lunch
  • Hotel Pick up Fee - 50USD per group.
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have all skip-the-line tickets in advance)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
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