Visit to Ephesus Travel Agency will warmly welcome cruise passengers at the port's main exit gate, holding a sign with your name. After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities, offers an extraordinary window into the ancient world. Its well-preserved streets, still bearing the marks of chariot wheels, connect visitors to a rich historical legacy. Discover the Great Theater, a magnificent venue seating over 20,000, where gladiatorial battles and grand performances once captivated audiences. Visit the Public Agora, where St. Paul preached and where Anatolian handicrafts, celebrated for their exceptional quality, were traded. Stroll along Marble Street to the iconic Celsus Library, the third-largest library of the ancient world, famous for its stunningly restored façade. Don’t miss other architectural wonders such as the Temple of Hadrian, the Trajan Fountain, the Domitian Temple, and the Odeon, a venue for musical performances. Ephesus is a testament to the cultural richness and architectural brilliance of ancient civilizations, making it a must-visit destination in Turkey.
At the end of the tour we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local weaving school, where you’ll also have the unique opportunity to learn about Turkey’s rich carpet-making tradition. Renowned for their intricate designs and meticulous craftsmanship, Turkish carpets are more than just decorative items—they are works of art and valuable investment pieces that grow in worth over time. Witness the skill of local artisans as they demonstrate the age-old techniques of weaving, showcasing patterns passed down through generations.e will return back to izmir.
At the end of your tour, rest assured that we will guarantee your timely return to İzmir Cruise Port, well before your ship’s scheduled departure. With multiple cruise ships docking and departing at various times, we carefully monitor all schedules, confirm details with our guests, and coordinate return timings for a smooth and stress-free experience. If the tour cannot fit within your cruise schedule, we will inform you in advance. During your tour, enjoy a curated journey exploring must-see attractions and uncovering the best of traditional Turkish handicrafts. With expert guidance from your local guide, gain valuable insights, safety advice, and personalized tips to make the most of your visit. Discover exquisite handmade treasures, while immersing yourself in the cultural richness of the region. Our tours promise a seamless experience, allowing you to explore with confidence and peace of mind. We look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures!
This was one of our favorite tours while in Greece. Char was great. He was passionate and had great info on Ephesus. It was great to have him lead our tour. The museum was also really cool. Like a 5D movie where were learned about about the city. Very cool! We learned a lot in the short amount of time and even got to go souvenir shopping before we headed back to the port.
This was the best tour we have ever taken. Our guide Umut was very knowledgeable. He was also very patient to allow us pictures. This was a must do tour for Turkey.
Well co-ordinated, knowledgeable and enlightening tour of Ephesus. During our ‘small group’ tour with “ Char ”we were not only able to learn first hand the incredible history of Ephesus but also many interesting details about current life & culture in turkey. Highly recommend this tour.
Our tour guide Memet was great. The tour was amazing, pick up was prompt. Ephesus was amazing, the interactive bit was really fun.
Excellent tour guide. Very knowledgable and accommodating. Seamless pick up and drop off at stops. Excellent transport. Very satisfied.
We had an unforgettable experience with our exceptional guide, Cetin, who led us on the most incredible tour of our travels thus far. Our day was filled with breathtaking sights, including the ancient city of Ephesus and the revered House of the Virgin Mary. A delicious, authentic Turkish lunch was the perfect midpoint to our adventure. We were also treated to a fascinating rug-making demonstration, gaining insight into this traditional craft. Our tour concluded with a leisurely shopping excursion at carefully curated stores, showcasing Turkey's finest treasures. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Cetin for sharing his vast knowledge and passion for history, making this tour truly unforgettable. His expertise brought ancient civilizations to life, leaving us with cherished memories.
We signed up for this tour because the excursions from the cruiseship were already sold out. We are so glad we did. It happened to be only the 2 of us with a chauffeur Mustafa and our great guide Gonca Yucel the whole day. Our greatest concern was to be back in time for the ship departure, and Gonca was very concious of that. Once that was alleviated, we enjoyed the tour. Gonca was very personable and brought history to life, without overwhelming us with too many details. On the way back we stopped at a carpet factory, where we learned about silkworms and how the beautiful carpets are made. Very interesting, and even though they pushed for a sale, we didn't feel overwhelmed or pressured to buy anything. Overall, the best excursion experience on our 11-day trip in Greece!
Although I had been to Greece before, I had never been to the port of Izmir so did not know what to expect on this tour. Our guide, Yram, and driver met us just outside the cruise terminal as I had been advised. The drive to Ephesus was about 1 hour through beautiful scenery, which Yram described for us. I cannot say enough positive about Yram. She was friendly, knowledgeable and very informative. She answered any questions we had. Once at Ephesus, she guided us through the site imparting much detail. It was a very enjoyable day and would recommend this tour.
Excellent tour. Abe was a very knowledgeable guide. We moved at a pace that accommodated my 93 year old father -- no rushing. All in all a greatday.
Our guide Orkan was the best! He was fun and provided a ton of information. He showed us everything we needed to see at the ruins of Ephesus, we had a nice lunch and visited a rug making place. They weren’t overly pushy, but it was for selling the rugs. They were amazing and it was also interesting. Our time was not long in this port and he made sure we were back in plenty of time.
Really cool and chill tour. The guide replied all our questions and know a lot about the history of the place. I recommend it :)
Leyla was an amazing guide. She was very knowledgeable, informative, thorough, and clear in the information about the culture and history of Ephesus. We also went to a carpet factory and learned how they make rugs and a leather factory where we had a private fashion show and saw many fabulous clothng and jackets. Leyla was so sweet, friendly, and personable, yet professional. I highly reccomend this private tour around Ephesus. You won't regret it. You'll learn a lot and have fun at the same time. Our driver, Birol ws excellent too in getting us from place to place in a timely manner, having the temperature in the van comfortable and having cold water to refresh us after walking around in the hot sun at one of our stops.
Our day trip to Ephesus, skillfully guided by Gulay, was a resounding success. Her cordial nature, attention to detail, and comprehensive knowledge of the ancient city and Turkish history greatly enhanced our experience. She was very flexible to our needs and got us back to our ship promptly. I highly recommend this tour and specifically Gulay!
Awesome tour guide and driver. Very informative, kind, gave us plenty of time for pictures. Got us back to the ship safely and on time!
We had an absolutely fantastic experience touring Ephesus with Bilal as our guide. From start to finish, Bilal was exceptional. He guided us every step of the way, ensuring we didn’t miss any of the incredible sights. His deep knowledge of the history and current significance of each location truly enriched our experience. He also knew all the best photo spots, making sure we captured our memories in the most beautiful settings. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend our limited time in Izmir. Thank you so much, Bilal, for an unforgettable tour (and for keeping us in the shade)! Highly recommended!
Gamze Yurukwas incredibly knowledgeable, and was as importantly willing and able to adjust our time, since it wss beastlhot iEphesus that day. Greadriver as well. tny
Try to be early so you can seize the day Ask for the Canan tour guide she is excellent and friendly Food and views of beautiful Ephesians. Our guide knows a lot and loves her country. We loved the,experience we hope to be back soon and for longer.
Very good guide in Spanish, he picked us up on time at the airport, gave us the tourist tour with all the very complete information and returned us to the airport. In a very comfortable truck. Both the guide and the driver were very friendly.
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