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The 15 Best Shore Excursions from Kusadasi

38 tours  ·  from $13 a head

Almost everyone here is going to Ephesus, and the difference between the days is the start time and the ticket. These 15 cover the ruins, Mary's House, the bazaar and the beach, priced and timed against the all-aboard.

FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return - The House of the Virgin Mary
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FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

1.Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,527 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi cruise port and ride in a private, air-conditioned van to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Fatih, Dicle, Tuna, Banu, and Zeynep have tailored visits to different ages, walking abilities, and interests.

“Fatih was one of the best tour guides we ever had. He was brilliant, spoke perfect English, made us feel safe about where we were and that we would get back to our ship on time. He was thoughtful and responsive. I would love to see more of Turkey, especially if he was our guide.”

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Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary's House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH - The House of the Virgin Mary in 45 minutes
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Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary’s House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH

2.Ephesus, Mary’s House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,233 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $29

From Kusadasi Port, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, walk the grand streets of Ephesus, see the Temple of Artemis, and enjoy a Turkish lunch. Choose a group of about 8 to 10 people or a private guide. Guides such as Funda, Isik, Riza, and Onur have earned strong praise for clear, lively explanations.

“This was a great tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide. Ephesus is something to see and I recommend this tour.”

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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - Walking the marble streets of Ephesus
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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

3.PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,807 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port, then visit Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis in a private air-conditioned van. Guides such as Fatima, Nilay, Mehmet, and Ismail tailor the pace to your group. Add Terrace Houses or a Turkish lunch if time allows.

“This company uses local guides to show us around and this really adds to the quality of the trip. Our guide, Fatima was excellent. She asked for our input in choosing what types of things to see and visit. I strongly recommend Viator and ask for local guide, Fatima.”

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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary's House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS - Meeting your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Pier
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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary’s House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS

4.Ephesus Ruins, Mary’s House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,670 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $59

Visit Ephesus with a licensed guide, then see Mary's House and the Temple of Artemis from Kusadasi. Private tours can adjust the pace and route, while shared groups may include up to 20 cruise passengers. Lunch and shopping stops are optional in principle, but confirm the plan before departure.

“Excellent guide. She was full of very good information. She showed us many great places on the trip and great tips for traveling.”

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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Walking through Ephesus from the Senate to the Great Theatre
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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

5.PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,349 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your licensed guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a private half-day tour of Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Fatima, Josh, Ozzy, and Filiz tailor the pace, explain the ancient sites clearly, and can add local food or craft stops.

“Fabulous tour with a great guide Valerie who was so informative and a lovely person to spend the day with. Our party of 4 included 3 ladies in their 80s, and Valerie was very sensitive to our needs in terms of walking, shade, stops to sit/ rest, avoiding crowds where possible & getting us back to the ship in really good time. Our driver was so professional, and never kept us waiting for him. The communication beforehand from the tour company was great, very clear & we knew what to expect from the day. Early start, our ship docked at 7am, our guide was waiting for us, so we were…”

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Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS - Meeting your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port
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Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS

6.Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,184 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $20

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a 3 to 4 hour visit to Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. Choose a group of about 8 to 10 or a private tour. Guides such as Funda, Ali, Rizi, and Dilek are praised for clear history, careful pacing, and personal attention. Lunch is included in the advertised experience.

“We found our tour guide Ezgi at the port area and we were fortunate that she graduated from the university as a tourism major and was a local resident so she was very knowledgeable about the area. We were with a couple and their 11 year old son so we had a small group. Ephesus is a remarkable geological site. Be prepared that there is a lot of walking on uneven surfaces and slippery marble. I would not advise anyone with small children or with poor mobility to take this excursion. Our guide was very careful to advise us where best to walk and we took our time. The stop…”

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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers - The Terrace Houses: worthwhile, but not for everyone
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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

7.Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,100 reviews · 5 hours · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a five-hour small-group tour of the House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Selcuk, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Tas, Nesli, Ahmet, and Melike tailor the pace, while lunch and a Turkish rug demonstration add local flavor.

“Ahmet our guide was outstanding, he was engaging, extremely knowledgeable and personable. I would strongly recommend anyone who wants to visit Ephesus to take this tour with Ahmet and his trusted Driver the Boss.”

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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port - A private van makes a port day less tiring
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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port

8.Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 675 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $42

See Ephesus with a private English-speaking guide, including the Celsus Library and Grand Theater, then enjoy Turkish lunch and an optional hammam. Guides such as Fusun, Seyhan, Gozde, and Alper have tailored visits for families, cruise passengers, and guests with special needs.

“Sayham was amazing. Very knowledgable and had a lot of history to share. The only downside was the carpet pitch, could’ve done without it but this tour is so worth your time. The Turkish bath was a great treat. 10/10”

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FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return - The Virgin Mary’s House, a peaceful first stop
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FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return

9.BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 614 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi Port, then visit Ephesus, the Virgin Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. Private transport lets you adjust the pace and add Sirince. Guides such as Nesli, Murat, Eda, and Hakan are praised for warm, personal tours, though shopping stops may take time.

“This was the best tour in our 9 day trip. It was truly a private tour with a large luxury Mercedes van and a driver. The tour guide Neslie, was sensational, she was knowledgeable, personable and spoke perfect English. She made sure that we saw all the important sights in and around Ephesus. She arranged a wonderful typical meal for us to experience at a cost of $10 each and would not allow us to buy her meal. I can't say enough about our wonderful guide and friend, she made this tour memorable and the highlight of our trip. Thank you!”

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Top-Rated Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour for Cruisers - The Temple of Artemis is brief but historically important
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Top-Rated Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour for Cruisers

10.Top-Rated Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour for Cruisers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 455 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $13

Travel from Kusadasi port to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, Mary’s House, and optional local workshops in a private Mercedes vehicle. Guides such as Memo, Ali, Mehmet, and Kaya tailor the route to your ship schedule, though entrance fees and shopping stops need careful checking.

“We had great experience with our tour guide ALİ, he was extremely knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable. One of the best tour guides we have ever had. He customized the itinerary to include all the sites we wanted to see in the time available. His knowledge of ancient Ephesus and history was second to none. We had a wonderful private lunch in the garden of a rug coop, absolutely great food! Our driver was SERDAR who somehow knew all the best spots to park! What an exciting tour, one of our best ever!”

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Ephesus Small Group - Semi Private Shore Excursion - Entering Ephesus through its monumental streets
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Ephesus Small Group – Semi Private Shore Excursion

11.Ephesus Small Group – Semi Private Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 406 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $27

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Port and ride in an air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter to Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Ahmet, Tas, Taylan, and Nage are praised for clear English and flexible pacing. Lunch and a carpet demonstration are included, but entrance fees cost extra.

“Our tour guide Ahmet was wonderful. He was knowledgeable and was prepared for everything. He reshuffled the schedule bc we were early and took us to the Ephesus before the crowd. there was several sites that was not on the itinerary which he stopped by and let us see. Lunch was wonderful in the carpet demonstration was very cool. I would definitely recommend it..”

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ALL INCLUSIVE VIP Shore Excursion Customizable Ephesus with Lunch - The Terrace Houses and everyday Roman life
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ALL INCLUSIVE VIP Shore Excursion Customizable Ephesus with Lunch

12.ALL INCLUSIVE VIP Shore Excursion Customizable Ephesus with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $169

Meet your private guide at Kusadasi port and shape the day around Ephesus, the House of Mary, St. John Basilica, the Temple of Artemis, or Selcuk’s museum. You travel in a private air-conditioned Mercedes minibus, eat a traditional Turkish lunch, and return to port at least one hour before sailing.

“We were in Ephesus, Turkey for one day. My 70th birthday! We went everywhere! Our guide knew what we wanted to see and what we did not want to do and took exceptional care of us. We had a wonderful lunch (the chicken was delicious)! The last thing I wanted to do for my birthday was to walk the beach. We were taken to Ladies Beach! While there we stopped in a restaurant and out came a birthday cake! I was moved to tears. Above and beyond and something I will never forget. This was a great tour! Thank you again!! I’m”

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ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS: Best Seller Highlights of Ephesus Private Tour - Ephesus: two hours in a major Roman city
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ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS: Best Seller Highlights of Ephesus Private Tour

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

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

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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3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only - Entering Ephesus through Marble Street and the Great Theater
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3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only

14.3-Hour Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Cruiser Only

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 274 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet your licensed guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a private van tour of Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Bilal, Umut, Utku, Taylan, and İrem are praised for clear English and flexible pacing. Lunch is included, but site tickets and shopping stops cost extra.

“The tour was great from start to finish. Our guide Ozy met us promptly and escorted us to our vehicle and driver. His historical knowledge and expertise about the area, the history of the Turkey in general, and the culture enhanced our experience. Having an independent guide at such a busy spot as Ephesus was invaluable and he helped us navigate the crowds with ease.”

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From Kusadasi: Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers - The House of the Virgin Mary: quiet, brief, and personal
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From Kusadasi: Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers

15.Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 252 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $30

From Kusadasi Port, your guide leads you through the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Selcuk, and the Temple of Artemis in about 6 to 7 hours. Guides such as Gul, Guray, Vedat, and Serdar are praised for clear storytelling, flexible pacing, and cruise-safe timing. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“Our guide Guray, did a marvelous job of bringing the history and story to life for us on our tour of Ephesus. We found out over lunch that he’d studied archeology and history at university and it certainly showed. We both appreciated his flexibility and concern for my husband who has balance issues. It was a lot of walking but I never once wanted the tour to be shortened. His driver was excellent, too, Highly recommended!”

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