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Private Ephesus Tour from Cesme or Alacati Hotels

5.0 (one review) 9–10 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Ephesus Tour from Cesme or Alacati Hotels

About this activity

Why Choose Puerto Travel?

Exclusively Private: Enjoy a journey designed only for your party, ensuring a personalized pace from your Cesme or Alacati hotel.

Expert Storytelling: Our licensed guides don’t just show ruins; they bring Ephesus to life, sharing the deep history of the Great Theatre and Celsus Library.

Spiritual Serenity: Visit the Shrine of Mother Mary, a peaceful biblical site where history and faith meet in a tranquil setting.

Ancient Wonders: Explore the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders, and see how different religions coexisted for centuries.

Insider Access: Our guides know the best angles for photos and the quietest corners to escape the crowds.

Premium Comfort: Travel in our latest-model, air-conditioned vehicles for a smooth and punctual experience.

With Puerto Travel, you step into the past with a perfectly planned journey where ancient glory meets modern VIP service.

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At a glance

Duration
9–10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Puerto Travel Turkey

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: All Taxes
  • Included: Entrance fees (If the option selected)
  • Included: Parking Fees
  • Included: All Transfers with Air-conditioned vehicles driven by professional drivers

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch and drinks
  • Not included: Personal Expenses and tips
  • Not included: Entrance fee of Terrace Houses is not included to the both options

Itinerary

  1. Ephesus Ancient City

    2 hours Admission not included

    We will pick you up from your hotel in Cesme or Alacati and drive to Selcuk to visit Ephesus.

    Ephesus draws millions of people every year with its history and spiritual importance. Ephesus used to be a major Roman City and a busy trade hub. Also, as the home of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World, Ephesus was a popular city. It was also an important center for Christianity since St. Paul preached at the Great Theater, and St. John is believed to have spent his last years. Ephesus is mentioned in the Book of Revelation as one of the Seven Churches of Asia.

    We'll visit the Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, Hercules Gate, Domitian Temple, and more. You'll get to experience the atmosphere of this ancient city, feel its history, and take in the sights that make Ephesus one of the most remarkable ancient cities in Turkey.

  2. Ephesus Terrace Houses

    30 min Admission not included

    These are exclusive residences situated on the slopes opposite the Temple of Hadrian along Curetes Street. Commonly known as the “rich houses,” they were uncovered during recent excavations. The houses near Curetes Street feature colonnaded porticoes, while step streets connected directly to the house entrances. We will stop at Terrace Houses and explore the Houses of Rich Ephesians.

  3. Stop 3

    30 min

    We will visit Ephesus Experience Museum, offering a journey throught the history of Ephesus and daily life of Roman era. The Experience museum brings Ephesus to life through 3D projections, interactive storytelling, and digital reconstructions. The museum provides a sensory and educational experience, making it an excellent addition to exploring the actual ruins of Ephesus.

  4. Virgin Mary's House

    45 min Admission not included

    The House of Virgin Mary is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located in Bülbüldağı, located in the vicinity of Ephesus. This sacred place was awarded to the visit of various popes and the Patriarchate Blessing.

  5. The Temple of Artemis

    30 min

    The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana, is considered one of the seven wonders of the world. Only one or two pieces of marble remain from the temple.

    After the tour , we will drop you off to your hotel in Kusadasi or Cesme.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Casa Rubino Alacati
  • Kostem Hotel
  • Alacati Tas Otel
  • Ala Da Vinci Hotel
  • Gaia Hotel
  • Viya Butik Otel
  • Nuriye Alacati
  • Kose Konak Butik Hotel
  • Ramiz AlacatI
  • Teddy Luxury AlacatI
  • Tasdelen Otel AlacatI
  • SongAA Alacati

and 206 more pickup points

Please share your hotel details so we can arrange your pickup and drop-off accordingly.

Before the tour date, we will contact you with the pickup time and your tour guide's

contact information.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Options

  • Entrance Fees not Included

    Entrance Fees Not Included: Entrance fees are not included.

    Pickup included

  • Entrance Fees included

    Private Ephesus Tour from Cesme or Alacati Hotels entrance fees included

    Pickup included

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