The 4 Best City Highlights Shore Excursions in Kusadasi

1.ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS: Best Seller Highlights of Ephesus Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Spend about 5.5 hours with a private English-speaking guide and driver, visiting Ephesus and Mary’s House from Kusadasi cruise port. Guides such as Ayse, Ekin, Alpha, and Marsy tailor the pace well, while optional rug, ceramic, food, and market stops may add local flavor.

“How do I give this tour more stars??!!! This was hands down the best tour we took our whole trip! Ekin quickly read our group as mom with three teens and gave us just the right amount of info and details at each site. He shared stories and local culture. He and our driver made sure we were safe and reached each destination strategically ahead of the crowds. If we could go back and take him with us to every city we would. I highly recommend this agency and Ekin!!!”

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2.Ephesus Sightseeing Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 145 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Meet your guide at Kusadasi port for an eight-hour visit to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, St John’s Basilica, and the Temple of Artemis. Expect a small group of up to 14, air-conditioned transport, a Turkish lunch, and possible carpet or leather demonstrations.

“This was my favorite tour on my cruise! Best carpet demonstration, small fashion show, huge sights, and the best tour guide, Ali!”

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3.Ephesus Highlights Tour for Cruise Customers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 90 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $25

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Port for a flexible 5 to 6 hour visit to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, Selcuk, and Artemis Temple. Guides such as Umut, Ibrahim, Senem, and Abe are praised for clear storytelling and personal service. Lunch and transport are included, but entry tickets cost extra.

“The private tour was exceptional from start to finish. Prompt pick up from our hotel and Bil was quick to establish our level of knowledge and interest and what we wanted to see in particular. The timings for all aspects of the tour were spot on and every member of our group loved listening to Bil's information and historical insights. The value for money is extremely good (you could easily charge far more!) and we had a fantastic day exploring.”

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4.Ephesus Highlights Tour for Cruisers from Kuşadası Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $14Best value

Meet your licensed guide at Kuşadası Cruise Port for a private 5 to 7-hour tour of Ephesus and nearby sites. Expect a comfortable minibus, flexible pacing, port pickup, and guides such as Kaya, Mehmet, or Ali, with entrance fees handled separately or through an included ticket option.

“Our guide was fantastic. Ephesus was incredible and should not be missed. It far exceeded our expectations.”

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