Ephesus Private Tour from Kusadasi: Skip Lines, Pick Sites

Your guide meets you at the port. You choose what to see

A private Ephesus tour departing from Kusadasi port where you and your guide plan the day together, deciding which sites to visit from Ephesus Ancient City, Terrace Houses, Basilica of St. John, Sirince Village and others. Your guide carries pre-paid skip-the-line tickets and a driver handles transport for up to nine hours of personalized service, with guaranteed return to port on time.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private customizable Ephesus tour

• Meet guide and driver at Kusadasi port
• Drive to Ephesus
• Visit Ephesus Ancient city and Terrace Houses
• Explore Artemission Temple and Basilica of St. John
• See Selcuk Museum and Isa bey Mosque
• Visit Sirince Village and Seven Sleepers
• Stop for traditional Turkish lunch
• Return to Kusadasi port

The experience

The guide and driver meet you at Kusadasi port with a name sign, then drive you to Ephesus. Instead of following a fixed itinerary, you decide which historical sites to visit: Ephesus Ancient City, the Terrace Houses, the Artemission Temple, the Basilica of St. John, the Selcuk Museum, Sirince Village, the Isa Bey Mosque, or the Seven Sleepers. Your guide carries pre-paid tickets that skip the line at each site, so you walk past the queue at the door. The route and pace are yours to set, and you can stop for a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

The tour runs up to nine hours, which means you can see everything or focus on just a few sites without rushing. Because it's private (just your group and your guide), there's no waiting for other travelers or sticking to someone else's schedule. Your guide is a professional who knows the history and can answer questions as you go, and they speak English. The driver handles all the navigation and parking, so you stay focused on what you're seeing.

You're guaranteed to return to Kusadasi port on time, which matters if you're on a ship or have other plans. Port pickup and drop-off, transport by private vehicle, facility fees and fuel are all included. Food, drinks and entrance fees are separate, though your guide's pre-paid tickets mean you skip the line, not the entry cost.

What’s included

• Private tour for your group.
• port pickup and drop-off at Kusadasi.
• private professional guide in English.
• private vehicle transport.
• pre-paid skip-the-line tickets to all sites.
• landing and facility fees.
• fuel surcharge.
• guaranteed on-time return to port.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (8 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 7 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Kusadasi Private Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to control which sites you see and how long you spend at each one: the private format and flexible itinerary mean you're not locked into a set schedule or a list of stops chosen for someone else. Choose the morning departure if you're on a ship and need to return by a set time. The guide will plan your sites around that deadline.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 7 years); Infant (under 4): free.

Can I visit just a few sites instead of all seven historical landmarks?

Yes. You plan the day with your guide when they meet you at the port, so you choose which sites to visit. Some travelers see Ephesus Ancient City and the Basilica of St. John. Others add Sirince Village or the Terrace Houses. Your guide adapts the route to what you want to see.

What does it mean that the guide has pre-paid skip-the-line tickets?

Your guide carries entrance tickets to each site already purchased, so you walk past the ticket queue at the door. You still pay the entrance fee (it's included in the guide's pre-paid tickets), but you don't wait in line with other visitors.

How long does the tour actually take?

The tour runs between three and seven hours depending on which sites you choose and how long you spend at each one. You can book up to nine hours of personalized service if you want to see everything and take your time.

What is Sirince Village, and is it worth visiting?

Sirince is a small hilltop village near Ephesus known for its old stone houses and local wine shops. It's a quieter stop after the ancient sites, and many travelers add it to their day because it offers a different view of the region: less archaeology, more everyday Turkish village life.

Do I have to decide which sites to visit before I book?

No. You decide on the day of the tour when your guide meets you at Kusadasi port. Your guide will explain what each site is and help you choose based on your interests and how much time you have.

Is a Bible-focused tour guide available?

Yes. If you request it, a Bible-oriented tour guide can be arranged at no extra cost, so the historical and religious context of the sites is explained from that perspective.