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Private Ephesus Tour: Explore Roman Ruins with Historian Guide from Kusadasi
4.9
19 Ratings
Selcuk
Embark on a private tour of the ancient city of Ephesus with a professional historian guide. Explore Roman ruins, uncover captivating stories, and immerse yourself in the rich history and architectural wonders of this once-thriving city.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Upon arrival in Ephesus, prepare to be amazed by the well-preserved ruins that offer a glimpse into the ancient Roman world. Begin your exploration at the Magnesia Gate and follow the marble-paved streets, as your guide brings the city’s history to life. Visit renowned sites such as the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Terrace Houses, and the awe-inspiring Library of Celsus.
Next, make your way to the magnificent Grand Theater, which once accommodated up to 25,000 spectators. Marvel at the impressive architecture and imagine the vibrant performances that took place on this very stage.
- Turkmen Art and Rug - The Turkmen Art and Rug Weaving Cooperative is a haven for preserving the traditional craftmanship and cultural heritage of Turkmenistan. Step into this vibrant cooperative and witness the skilled artisans at work as they create exquisite rugs using time-honored techniques. Explore the entire rug weaving process, from the careful selection of wool to the intricate knotting that brings the designs to life. Immerse yourself in the rich Turkmen culture, discover the symbolic meanings behind the patterns, and take home a beautifully handcrafted rug as a cherished piece of this remarkable artistic tradition.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges included
- Guided tour by a professional art historian
- Convenient port pickup and drop-off service
- Comfortable transport in a private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Entrance Tickets
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Engage in an exclusive excursion from the Kusadasi cruise port to the historical city of Ephesus, conducted by an expert historian guide. Journey back in history as you survey the remarkably maintained remains of this once prosperous Roman city, acclaimed for its magnificence and historical importance. With your guide’s knowledge, unwrap the fascinating tales and mysteries of iconic landmarks such as the Library of Celsus, the Great Theater, and the Temple of Artemis, listed among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Plunge into the abundant past and architectural marvels of Ephesus on this tailored tour, attaining a profound comprehension of the old world and its cultural inheritance.
- 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.
- Passport name, number, expiry and country&adress is required at time of booking for all participants.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Location
Ancient City of Ephesus
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(19 Ratings)
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Happiness31921143022
Jun 2, 2024
It was a memorable experience. We are very happy with this trip - It was a memorable trip. Our tour guide Erdim was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. We enjoyed every moments and learnt a lot about history and culture.
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Explore02233951910
May 14, 2024
What a great experience! - It was absolutely brilliant. Enjoyed every minute of it.
Regan is very knowledgeable about Cappadocia and Ephesus all about it's history. We had the tour very easy to Kusadasi the souls of Turkey. We visited Bahia Palace, Badii Palace, Madrasa Ben Yousse, Jemaa El Fna, souks and the big square.
Highly recommended if you are going to Kusadasi!
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Muhammadjm1823rd
May 13, 2024
That Amazing Best Ephesus Tour - Really we visited Ephesus from Kusadasi with our guide and Like our friend Ahmad and really Appreciate the Way Love Really so much It if it The opportunity That you must use it and have it Fascinating Trip with Love.
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Discover11909380658
Mar 3, 2024
Absolutely amazing !!! - We had a great time ezploring the ruins with a splendid description of the history related to them in Ephesus. Oznur, our tour guide was absolutely amazing that she made our day at Ephesus really worthwhile !!! She made us indulge in the beauty of Turkish history, the spectacular lanscape and beutiful craftsmanship of Turkey!!!
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Culture577749
Nov 23, 2023
For these ruins, an informed guide can bring it to life! - So worth it to have a guide for this port. And to do it in a small group (we did just us). There is so much history, our guide was very knowledgeable and also interesting, a lot of beautiful ruins that we could better understand and get an idea of Ancient Greek life from his stories. Highly recommend.
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Divya0602
Jul 11, 2023
Journey through time - From the moment we set foot in this ancient city, our guide Görkem’s expertise and passion for Ephesus shone through, transforming the tour into an journey back through centuries. Görkem was very knowledgeable and friendly and we had a great time exploring the ruins of the ancient greek civilisation. Would definitely recommend this trip. Make sure to bring a hat as the sun can get quite harsh and there aren’t many shady areas.
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463ajitp
Jul 11, 2023
Very memorable and informative. - We visited the house of Virgin Mary before proceeding to Ephesus. The information provided by our guide, Görkem Yologlu took us back to the times when this ancient City was busy. Görkem created so much interest in his explanations and made the visit quite memorable. Hats off. Long live Turkey 🇹🇷
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Furnreptoo
Oct 30, 2022
Fun and very educational! Highly recrecommend this guide and driver! - Our guide was knowledgeable, kind and well versed. The driver was also outstanding! Would definitely use him again highest recommendations for him!
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Ajwanderers
Sep 18, 2022
In the footsteps of Apostle Paul - A informative tour of Ephesus given by our fabulous guide Raife. Her knowledge of ancient times and her ability to communicate that knowledge was outstanding. She paced the tour to our interest and stamina, providing the appropriate amount of facts and human interest mixed together. Thoroughly enjoyable!
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B
Sep 29, 2022
Top tour - Yavuz was a very informative guide. He answered all our questions and kept us entertained. We had a nice lunch and a great visit to Ephesus
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