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A private shore excursion from Kusadasi that delivers Ephesus’s grand streets, the House of the Virgin Mary and Terrace Houses with a licensed local guide. Ideal for cruise passengers who want a flexible, well-paced visit with port pickup and drop-off.
A private shore excursion from Kusadasi that delivers Ephesus’s grand streets, the House of the Virgin Mary and Terrace Houses with a licensed local guide. Ideal for cruise passengers who want a flexible, well-paced visit with port pickup and drop-off.
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Operated by Private Ephesus Tours · Selçuk, İzmir Province
You step off the ship into the warm Aegean air and the port’s bustle falls away as your private vehicle pulls away toward stone columns and sun-bleached marble. The road narrows, olive groves slide past, and in a short drive you stand beneath the shadow of the Library of Celsus — its façade holding the gaze of two millennia.
easy.
5–6 hours.
Light to moderate fitness for standing and walking; stairs and some slopes involved but no technical exertion.
Most private shore tours do not include archaeological site entrance fees; confirm at booking and bring payment for tickets to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary.
The drive is typically 20–30 minutes from Kusadasi cruise port to the Ephesus archaeological site, depending on traffic and exact pickup point.
The tour listing notes wheelchair accessibility, but the archaeological site has uneven surfaces and stairs; check with the operator about specific access options and vehicle suitability for mobility needs.
Yes — the private format allows a stop at a local restaurant on request; let the guide know preferences and timing when booking.
Ephesus grew from a Bronze Age settlement into a major Roman metropolis; the Library of Celsus and the theater reflect its civic wealth and cultural role in antiquity.
Visitor pressure and exposure to weather threaten fragile stonework; stick to marked paths, avoid touching carved surfaces and follow guide instructions to help preserve the site.
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