Private Ephesus Tour — Skip-the-Line & On-Time Return
Ephesus, the Terrace Houses and the Basilica of St. John with your own licensed guide — and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship.
total for 2 guests$180
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About This Tour
History first: a full guided visit of Ephesus Ancient City and the exquisite Terrace Houses with your private licensed guide, timed to beat the biggest crowds.
Then discover why the Ephesus countryside is one of Turkey's great craft regions. Its artisan workshops — many operating as government-supported schools — produce hand-woven rugs and kilims, hand-painted ceramics, and some of the finest leather in the country. You choose which workshops to visit. Watch a rug take shape on the loom, see ceramics painted stroke by stroke, or try on a jacket cut from buttery Aegean leather. Because these are producer cooperatives rather than tourist boutiques, selection is wide and prices are fair — and if you simply want to watch the craft-making, that is absolutely fine: there is never any pressure to buy.
We end with a panoramic drive through Kusadasi and deliver you back to the cruise port comfortably before your onboard time.
What's Included
- Guided visits to carpet, ceramic and leather workshops — no obligation to buy
- Licensed professional tour guide
- 100% private tour — only your own group
- Meet & greet at the port exit with your name sign
- Air-conditioned private vehicle with separate driver
- Port / hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guaranteed on-time return to your ship — in writing
- All local taxes, parking fees and fuel
Not Included
- Entrance tickets to sites and museums
- Lunch, food and drinks (unless stated)
- Gratuities (optional, appreciated)
- Personal expenses
Private Tour Prices by Group Size
| Group Size | Total Price |
|---|---|
| 2 guests | $180 |
| 3 guests | $220 |
| 4-6 guests | $250 |
| 7-9 guests | $280 |
| 10-12 guests | $300 |
| 13-15 guests | $350 |
| 16+ guests | Contact us for a quote |
Prices are the total for your whole group — not per person. No prepayment: pay at the end of the tour, cash or card.
Know Before You Go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes — Ephesus still has its original marble streets.
- The site is mostly open-air: bring a hat, sunscreen and water in summer.
- No prepayment — pay at the end of the tour, cash or card.
- Free cancellation with full refund if your ship cannot dock.
- The itinerary is flexible: pace and stops are adjusted to your group.
