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
If your ship docks in Izmir — or you are staying at an Izmir hotel — this private tour brings the wonders of Ephesus within easy reach. Our driver and your licensed guide welcome you at the port exit with a personalized name sign, and a comfortable, air-conditioned ride of about an hour takes you to the ancient city.
In Ephesus you walk the marble streets in the footsteps of Romans: the Library of Celsus, Curetes Street, the Temple of Hadrian and the Grand Theatre where St. Paul once preached. Your private guide brings the ruins to life at your own pace, with plenty of time for photos. We then stop at the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, where a single re-erected column still marks the site of the great sanctuary.
Before returning to Izmir, we visit a local carpet cooperative for a traditional rug-weaving demonstration — watch weavers hand-knot silk and wool carpets, learn how natural dyes are made, and enjoy the show with no obligation to buy. We track your ship's all-aboard time throughout the day and guarantee your on-time return to the port.
What's Included
- Traditional rug-weaving demonstration
- Round-trip transfer Izmir Port ↔ Ephesus (approx. 1 hour each way)
- 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 | $280 |
| 3 guests | $320 |
| 4-6 guests | $360 |
| 7-9 guests | $400 |
| 10-12 guests | $440 |
| 13-15 guests | $500 |
| 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.
