Private Ephesus Tours

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10 Best Private Ephesus Tours

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The 10 private ephesus tours travellers book most around Ephesus right now. What each one covers, how long it takes, and which operator runs it.

10 Best Private Ephesus Tours

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

PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - The part that counts most: Ephesus with a guide (not a stampede)

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

Most Popular★ 5.0

Private Ephesus shore tour from Kusadasi with a licensed guide, flexible pacing, and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship.

“When we booked this we thought it was a small group tour. It turned out to be just us and another couple in a van with a guide and a driver. The guide was lovely (don’t recall her name), very knowledgeable and considerate. The tour of Ephesus was perfect. After the tour, we went to…”

5,807 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $29.00by BEST TURKEY TOUR

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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return - Price and Value: What $39 Covers (And What You Pay On Top)

2.For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

★ 5.0

Private Ephesus tour from Kusadasi with port pickup, an English guide, air-conditioned van, and stops including Mary’s House and Artemis.

“Great Tour. Hakann Senyen was a great guide. He blended excellent stories with great historical references. Contact him directly at [email protected]”

2,029 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $39.00by Best of Ephesus Tours

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Walking Through Ephesus: Celsus, Odeion, Roman Baths, and the Grand Theater

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

PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Ephesus ruins: the highlights you’ll actually remember

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

★ 5.0

Private Ephesus and Mary’s House tour from Kusadasi with a licensed guide, flexible stops, and guaranteed on-time ship return.

“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…”

1,349 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $29.00by BEST TURKEY TOUR

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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH

SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH - Port Pickup That Actually Gets You Going

5.SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH

★ 5.0

Kuşadası Port to Ephesus and Mary’s House with skip-the-line ticket handling, air-conditioned pickup, and a traditional carpet-village lunch.

“July 2025 This trip is worth booking! We had an amazing day in Kusadasi. Our guide Adam was fantastic. He was friendly, kind knowledgeable and his excitement was contagious. Ephesus was incredible. We went to a pottery shop where we took in the beautiful artwork- mustafa the master potter who’s family owns the shop even…”

935 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $7.00by Turkey Tours Company

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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port

Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port - Entering Ephesus: what a private guide changes

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

★ 5.0

Private Ephesus with lunch and a traditional Turkish bath from Kusadasi. Efficient pickup, private guide, flexible timing. Entrance fees extra.

“What a fabulous day with Seyham. This is a must do tour. He went beyond what you would ever expect from a tour guide. The Turkish bath was fantastic the lunch was set in a small restaurant with authentic foods. Thank you for such a fabulous day.”

675 reviews4 to 5 hours (approx.)From $42.00by Online Travel Turkey

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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port - Ephesus in 90 Minutes: The Stops That Make It Click

7.Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

★ 5.0

Private cruise tour from Kusadasi to Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, with lunch, guided highlights, and a Selcuk shopping stop.

“We had an excellent tour with Seyhan. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared what he knew with enthusiasm for his country. We certainly got more than we expected for the price to see the Ephesus ruins and the Temple of Artemis, learn about rug making and have a lovely Turkish lunch. Highly recommend this service”

672 reviews3 to 4 hours (approx.)From $14.00by Online Travel Turkey

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FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return

FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return - Getting on the van fast: port meeting and the on-time return plan

8.FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return

★ 5.0

Private Ephesus shore tour from Kusadasi with Virgin Mary’s House, Ancient Ephesus, quick Temple of Artemis stop, and guaranteed ship return.

“First Zafer Bozoglu was our tour guide. He was so friendly and knowledgeable about Mary’s home , Ephesus and John’s church and burial site. He asked us what we wanted and shaped the itinerary to see the sights and helped us recreate the history of these 3 sites. We spend the majority of our time…”

614 reviews5 to 6 hours (approx.)From $39.00by Ephesus Port Tours

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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group or Private Ephesus & Artemis Tour with LUNCH

SKIP-THE-LINE: Group or Private Ephesus & Artemis Tour with LUNCH - Skip-The-Line Tickets: How This Helps You Spend Your Time

9.SKIP-THE-LINE: Group or Private Ephesus & Artemis Tour with LUNCH

★ 5.0

Skip-the-line Ephesus & Artemis from Kusadası Port with Turkish lunch and guaranteed cruise return in 4–6 hours.

“The guide was well versed on Ephesus’ history which made the experience very enjoyable. Combined with the great lunch, beautiful site-seeing and even a pit stop at a delicious Turkish delight store, I would recommend this to anyone.”

462 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $22.98by Turkey Tours Company

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Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch

Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch - Ancient City of Ephesus: Where the Ruins Connect to Acts, Letters, and Daily Life

10.Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch

★ 5.0

Private Biblical Ephesus tour from Kusadasi port with luxury pickup, skip-the-line entry, and traditional lunch.

“This was, without a doubt, the most amazing, informative and enjoyable experience of our trip. Our guide Eilf was absolutely beyond words. As a Professor of Religious History and guest speaker at several universities, her knowledge of historical Ephesus, the House of Mary and the tomb of St John made the tour an indescribable success.…”

457 reviews4 to 6 hours (approx.)From $42.33by Travelshow

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