Ephesus and Şirince tour from Kusadasi: Private guided day trip
Ancient Ephesus and a hillside village in one day
A private guided tour from Kusadasi explores the ruins of Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, then moves to Şirince, a traditional Turkish village in the mountains where you browse local shops, taste wine and walk the market streets. The tour includes transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, a professional licensed guide, pickup from your Kusadasi hotel or cruise ship port, and all local taxes and parking.
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Step-by-step itinerary
- Ephesus2h
- Temple of Artemis20m
- Sirince1h
Explore Ephesus and Sirince Village
- Visit Ephesus ancient city ruins
- Visit the Temple of Artemis
- Explore Sirince village and wine tasting
The experience
The day starts with the ancient city of Ephesus, where you walk through the ruins with your guide. The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, stands within the site. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or French and travels with you throughout, explaining what you're seeing as you move through the archaeological zones.
After Ephesus, the route climbs into the mountains to Şirince, a village built on a hillside with traditional stone architecture. You have free time to stroll the narrow streets, browse artisan stalls and local shops, and sample wine from the region's producers. The village sits in mountain scenery and moves at a pace you set. There's no schedule pushing you through the market or the wine tastings.
Transportation is by private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day, so you travel only with your party. Pickup happens from your Kusadasi hotel or cruise ship port, and the driver returns you there at the end. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours depending on how much time you spend in Şirince and how many stops your guide makes at Ephesus.
What’s included
- Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- professional licensed guide in English, Spanish or French.
- pickup and drop-off from your Kusadasi hotel or cruise ship port.
- local taxes and parking fees.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 7 days ago
Operated by Ada Vegas Travel
Is this one for you?A private tour means you travel only with your party and set the pace at both Ephesus and Şirince, which suits anyone who prefers not to be on a fixed group schedule or who wants the guide's attention focused on their questions and interests.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What exactly do I see at Ephesus?
Ephesus is an archaeological site with the ruins of the ancient city spread across the grounds. The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is located within the site. Your guide walks you through the ruins and explains the history and layout of what you're seeing.
How much free time do I get in Şirince?
Şirince is built into the tour as a village visit with free time for you to explore. You stroll the streets, browse local shops and artisan stalls, and taste wine at your own pace. The exact amount of time depends on your group's interests and how long you spend at Ephesus.
Is this tour suitable for cruise ship passengers?
Yes, the tour includes pickup from Kusadasi Port. At booking, provide your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time so the driver can time the pickup and return to match your ship's schedule.
What's included in the price?
The tour includes private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, the professional licensed guide, pickup and drop-off from your Kusadasi hotel or cruise port, local taxes and parking fees. Entrance fees to Ephesus and food or drinks are not included.
Ephesus and Şirince tour from Kusadasi: Private guided day trip
4h–6h · EN · ES · FR · at your hotel
from US$ 350 per person
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