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    Kusadasi Port Celebrity Cruises Special Tour

    Everyday Guarantee Departures
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    Ephesus
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    Celebrity Cruises TourEphesus Ancient CityTemple of Artemis

    Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port Exclusive for Celebrity Cruises Passengers

    The Tour is specifically designed for Celebrity Cruises passengers. The tour kicks off with a flexible pick-up time at 8:30 AM, leading to your arrival at the ancient city of Ephesus at 9:00 AM. You'll enjoy a guided tour that highlights iconic landmarks, including the Celsus Library, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Hadrian.


    After the guided tour, you'll have some free time for shopping before visiting the magnificent Temple of Artemis. The experience wraps up with a drive back to Kusadasi Port, concluding at 1:30 PM, just in time for you to board your Celebrity Cruise ship. But as it is a private tour you can start any time and return anytime!

    Inclusions:

    • ✅ Private Tour Guide
    • ✅ Skip-the-line express entry tickets to Ephesus
    • ✅ Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise port by Luxury minivan
    • ⏱️ Guaranteed On-Time Ship Return
    • 💎 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

    Exclusions:

    • ☑️ Meals

    Optional extras (add when booking):

    Departures : Everyday Guarantee Departures


    Departure Place: Kusadasi Port


    Duration : Flexible — half or full day, you decide

    ➤ VIP Private Tour

    ⭐ Private Tour Guide (INCLUDED)

    ⭐ Skip-the-line express entry tickets to Ephesus (INCLUDED)

    ⭐ Luxury minivan (INCLUDED)

    ✂ Fully customizable itinerary

    Sample Itinerary

    A typical route — fully flexible. You decide what to see and how long to stay; your guide adapts to you and your ship's schedule.

    1

    Pickup at Kusadasi Cruise Port

    Your private guide meets you right at the port the moment you step off the ship — no queues, no searching. Straight to your luxury minivan and on your way.

    2

    Ephesus Ancient City

    The heart of the tour — one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world. Walk the marble streets to the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre and the Odeon, with your private guide bringing it all to life.

    3

    The Temple of Artemis

    A short stop at the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

    4

    Ephesus Terrace Houses (optional)

    Once home to the wealthy families of Ephesus, famous for their beautifully preserved mosaics and wall frescoes.

    Entrance ticket optional — add at booking
    5

    The House of the Virgin Mary (optional)

    A peaceful hillside shrine and one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites, believed to be where the Virgin Mary spent her final years. Quietly moving, whatever your beliefs.

    Entrance ticket optional — add at booking
    On the way back — Pass By
    Kusadasi Castle (Pigeon Island) — Right next to the port — you can admire it from your ship or stroll over on your own after the tour.
    Grand Bazaar & Shopping Area — Just a 5-minute walk from the port. Your guide points it out so you can explore freely once the tour ends.
    Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai — A historic Ottoman caravanserai a few minutes from the port — easy to visit on your own afterwards.
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    Guaranteed On-Time Return to Port

    We bring you back to your ship with plenty of time to spare before departure — every time. That is our promise to cruise guests.

    • This tour is only for Celebrity Cruises passengers.
    • As a private tour, the start time can be set to match your ship's arrival in Kusadasi.
    • The standard plan returns you to Kusadasi Port at 1:30 p.m., in time to board your ship.
    • Ephesus has long walks on uneven marble and stone streets, so wear comfortable shoes.
    • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water, as there is very little shade at Ephesus.

    Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts

    For further assistance please feel free to call +905434428069

    Operator Name : CURIO Travel

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    Kusadasi Port Celebrity Cruises Special Tour

    Everyday Guarantee Departures
    Anytime
    Ephesus
    734 Reviews

    Customer Reviews

    4.7
    Based on 734 reviews
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    Olivia T.
    Nov 2026

    Highly recommend this private tour! The ancient ruins of Ephesus were breathtaking, and our guide's stories made history come alive. Well worth the time.

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    Isaac J.
    Nov 2026

    The sights were beautiful, and the guide was friendly. However, the lack of time for shopping and exploring Kusadasi left us wanting more. With a little more time for leisure, the tour would have been perfect.

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    Hannah Q.
    Nov 2026

    This tour was perfect for our Celebrity cruise stop. Mehmet was knowledgeable, and the flexible schedule was ideal. Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis were stunning.

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    William A.
    Nov 2026

    A perfect day! The private tour of Ephesus was informative and fun, and our guide's knowledge was impressive. Everything was tailored perfectly for our cruise stop.