Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour from Kusadasi Port

Celsus Library, Roman Baths, and a wine village in one morning

A private guided tour of Ephesus and Sirince Village for cruise travelers departing from Kusadasi Port, with skip-the-line entry to the ancient city, lunch included, and guaranteed return timing. The guide is a professional English speaker; children from age 3 are welcome. The tour runs 5 to 6 hours and includes wine tasting in a local winery, parking, and a luxurious private vehicle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Ephesus and Sirince Village

• Visit Ephesus monuments
• Explore Sirince village
• Enjoy lunch and Turkish culture
• Return to Kusadasi port

The Experience

Ephesus is the main stop, and you'll move through it with a professional guide who handles the skip-the-line entry so you don't lose time at the gate. The monuments you'll see include the Celsus Library, Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Great Theatre, Marble Street, Agora, and a dozen more—the guide walks you through what each one was and why it mattered. This is not a rushed march; you get to stand in front of the actual stones and understand the layout of a Roman port city as it was.

After Ephesus, the tour moves to Sirince Village, an old Greek town known for its Ottoman-era architecture and local wine. You'll have time to walk the narrow streets, see how Turkish weavers work silk and traditional looms, and taste wine at a local winery. Lunch happens here—grilled meat, mezze, and salad—so you eat where the wine comes from, not on a bus.

The return to Kusadasi Port is timed to your ship's schedule, which is the whole point of booking this instead of arranging transport yourself. Your driver is private, the vehicle is comfortable, and the guarantee is on time. Children from age 3 can come; strollers and infant seats are available if you need them.

What’s included

• Skip-the-line entry to Ephesus.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• private luxurious vehicle with driver.
• lunch with grilled meat, mezze and salad.
• wine tasting at a local winery.
• parking tickets.
• on-time return guarantee to the cruise port.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Travelshow

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're docked at Kusadasi and need to see Ephesus without arranging your own transport or worrying about missing your ship—the private vehicle, skip-the-line entry, and guaranteed return timing remove the logistics so you can focus on the ruins and the wine.

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Top questions

What monuments will I actually see inside Ephesus?

Ephesus includes the Celsus Library, Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Great Theatre, Marble Street, Agora, Roman Toilets, Traian Fountain, Hercules Gate, Bouleterion, Domitian Temple, Nike Statue, Port Street, and Gymnasion. Your guide walks you through each one and explains what it was.

Do I have to wait in line at Ephesus?

No. Skip-the-line entry is included, so you go straight in while other visitors queue at the gate.

What is Sirince Village known for?

Sirince is an old Greek town famous for its wine, Ottoman architecture, and traditional crafts. You'll taste wine at a local winery, see silk and textile weaving, and have lunch there before returning to the port.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs 5 to 6 hours total, including Ephesus, Sirince, lunch, and wine tasting, with return to the port timed to your ship's departure.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is a grilled meal with mezze and salad, served in Sirince Village. Wine tasting at a local winery is also included.

Will I get back to the ship on time?

On-time return to Kusadasi Port is guaranteed for cruise travelers. The itinerary and timing are built around your ship's schedule.