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Turkey's standouts.
The 10 most-booked ephesus & kusadasi tours in Turkey. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
5-hour small-group tour from Kuşadası cruise port to Ephesus ruins and Virgin Mary House, plus Artemis Temple and lunch with skip-the-line.
“Tas was an amazing tour guide, he is super knowledgeable and told many stories and made the day interesting, love his energy! He tailored the day to what we wanted. Lunch was very yummy! Definitely book this, Tas is great and you won’t regret it.”
Cruise-day guided tour from Kusadasi to Mary’s House, Ephesus ruins, and the Temple of Artemis, with optional entry tickets and skip-the-line.
“Medi was great. Her English was good, she knew the history very well and was willing to engage in many conversations. I would highly recommend her.”
A half-day guided cruise shore trip from Kusadasi to Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, with optional entry tickets and skip-the-line access.
“The tour was particularly interesting and the delivery was excellent. Okan was very knowledgeable and had a very pleasant manner about him. He read the group well whilst also stimulating the group’s interest. He varied the pace and answered questions in a way that brought the history to life. Overall, very highly recommended”
A full-day Izmir tour packing Mary’s House, Ephesus ruins, Temple of Artemis, and Şirince village wine tasting, with lunch included.
“Absolutely loved this trip. Our tour guide Nisan, was very knowledgeable and extremely funny. The transfer vehicle was very comfortable. I would highly recommend this tour. A great day out visiting historical landmarks. 10 out of 10.”
Cruise-pier day trip to Ephesus with skip-the-line tickets, entrance fees covered, plus optional Terrace Houses. House of Mary and Artemis too.
“Our small group tour of Ephesus,Terrace Houses,House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis was amazing.It was so nice that there were only 4 of us on the tour.We especially enjoyed Ephesus and the Terrace Houses.The house of the Virgin Mary was special to visit also.The Temple of Artemis is underwhelming but glad we…”
Pirate-style boat day from Kusadasi with lunch, hotel transfer, and multiple swims in turquoise bays—3 or 5 stops in national park water.
“Great day out! Swimming, lying in the sun, good music, good food and great entertainment. The staff were really friendly. Super cheap drinks and snacks available too!!”
A 5-hour Kusadasi jeep safari with Echo Valley views, water fights, dance, and a beach BBQ lunch, plus swims and cave time.
“The tour was really good value for the money, we got to see areas away from the port, our driver Ozzy was really attentive to our wants and needs, BBQ on the beach was really tasty and as much as you wanted to eat. Ozzy’s music selection en route was interesting?? lol”
Ride quad bikes from Kusadasi through woods and rivers to Pamucak Beach. Hotel pickup, safety-first guides, and optional photos.
“The activity was very well planned, organised and safety was a priority. The guides were constantly there to support and check you were ok. Absolutely recommend this activity with this company.”
Get dusty on a guided buggy safari from Kusadasi, with hotel pickup and a Pamucak Beach swim break in just 3 hours.
“Excellent activity and kids had an absolute blast! Transport to and from location was excellent and the guides were brilliant. Only downside was we only got about 10 minutes at the beach when we stopped but we weren’t really there for that! Highly recommended and great value for money!”
Kusadasi day trip to Pamukkale and Hierapolis: thermal terraces, guided ruins, lunch included, and time to swim in warm pools.
“Pamukkale is a beautiful place to visit, we are glad we went as it was a once in a lifetime chance whilst we were Kusadasi side if Türkiye.”
