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Kusadasi Shore Excursion: Ephesus Sightseeing Tour with Lunch

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Kusadasi, Turkey

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Explore Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, on this shore excursion from Kusadasi. A commercial, religious and social center during ancient Greek and Roman times, Ephesus is full of spectacular ruins. While your ship waits in the Kusadasi port, you can discover ancient sights like the Fountains of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsius and the Great Theater.

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  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Gratuities
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Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus is the highlight of any visit in Turkey, and you can see its top sights on this shore excursion from Kusadasi. With so many mythological stories and spectacular ruins, Ephesus will make you feel like you've gone back to the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans.See the famous Fountains of Trajan, built to honor the emperor of the same name, and the Polio Fountain, located opposite the Domitian Temple. Visit the Temple of Hadrian, the Private House (a brothel which was part of the scholastic baths), the Library of Celsius and the bouleuterion (a small theater used for the meetings of the Senate). Admire the Great Theater, which was completed by the Romans in 117 AD and has a capacity for 24,000 spectators.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

After enjoying a lunch of Turkish cuisine (included), you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent the last days of her life.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Basilica of St. John

Next, see the graceful columns and mosaics that remain of the Basilica of St John, built by the Emperor Justinian over the tomb of St John the Apostle, before returning to your ship at the Kusadasi port, where you tour concludes.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

Artemis Temple
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu

Grand Theater
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Odeion

Odeon Antique theatre
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
  • Not recommended for children aged 4 and under

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kusadasi Shore Excursion: Ephesus Sightseeing Tour with Lunch?

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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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • Please note: You must contact your local service provider 24 hours prior to the tour to reconfirm your departure point and time
  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
  • Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
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