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Ephesus Private Half-Day Tour: Explore Ancient Roman Cities from Kusadasi Port

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Embark on a private half-day tour from Kusadasi Port to explore the ancient Roman cities of Ephesus. Discover the second largest city in the Roman Empire, marvel at its impressive amphitheater and library, and visit the fascinating Ephesus Museum.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
Ephesus Museum - Ephesus Museum, this fascinating Ephesus Museum houses the statues of Ephesian Artemis which are find from the Temple of Artemis, Eros Statues, Hall of the Roman Empires, the Carvings of Hadrian Temple, biblical inscriptions statue of Dormition and statues of Augustus and Livia.

What's Included

Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Lunch
Bottle of Water
Insurance
Professional Licensed Tour Guide

What's Not Included

Personal Expenses
Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
Admission Fees to Attractions

Additional Information

In the morning, we will collect you from the port of Kusadasi and begin our journey to Ephesus. Ephesus was a city of great significance in the Roman Empire, second in size only to Rome with a population of over 250,000 in the 1st BC. More than just a city, it was also a major port and its grandeur was such that the entire city was constructed entirely of marble. Did you know that Ephesus boasted the world’s largest amphitheater accomodating over 25,000 spectators? During your visit, don’t miss the Goddess Nike, the local pharmacy, the Hadrian Gate, the Library of Celcius (third largest in the world), Marble Street and Harbour Street.

Next, we’ll explore the Ephesus Museum. This captivating museum houses numerous significant artifacts including those found in the Temple of Artemis, statues of Eros, a hall devoted to the Roman Empires, carvings from the Hadrian Temple, biblical inscriptions, a statue of Dormition, and statues of Augustus and Livia.

After the tour, we’ll return you back to your cruise. This concludes our services.

Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Ephesus Terrace houses entrance fee is 15 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.

Location

Ancient City of Ephesus

Cancellation Policy

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

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Thurmank2024

Jun 1, 2024

Amazingly flexible tour - Beautiful tour and a more efficient use of time than the shipboard excursions. Touring with folks who have mobility issues was made easier by it. Our guide was really accommodating, educational, and helpful.