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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Kusadasi

252 tours  ·  from $6

Guides, minibuses, boats and quad bikes, all in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth giving a whole day to on this stretch of the Aegean, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return - The Terrace Houses are worth considering
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FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

1.FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,527 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi cruise port, then ride by private air-conditioned van to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Fatih, Dicle, Tuna, Ulas, Zeynep, and Banu have led this flexible outing. Entrance fees cost extra.

“Exceptional guide and driver. Learned SO MUCH. Even the rain did not dampen the experience. We would recommend this particular tour guide 1000%.”

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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - Meeting your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port
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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,807 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a private 4 to 6 hour visit to Ephesus, Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. You can add the Terrace Houses, Turkish lunch, local crafts, and shopping. Guides such as Fatima, Nilay, Mehmet, and Ismail are often praised for clear explanations and flexible pacing.

“We had a wonderful tour today with Fatima. Tour of Ephesus tour and Co-op restaurant where we had lunch were amazing. Loved the food at restaurant and Fatima was very knowledgeable and a lovely person. We were here in October 2025 on the Odyssey of the Seas. Back on ship in plenty of time.”

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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour /GRP OPT - Mary’s House on Mount Koressos
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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary’s House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

3.PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary’s House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,455 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Travel from Kuşadası Port to Mary’s House, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis with a licensed English-speaking guide. Choose a private or small-group tour, add the Terrace Houses, and ride in air-conditioned transport with entrance fees and port return included.

“This is a must do tour! We HIGHLY recommend our guide, Cengiz. He was friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating to requests, and really went out of his way to make sure our small group had the best experience.”

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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return - Meeting your guide at Kusadasi Port
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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,029 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about five and a half hours with a private English-speaking guide and driver exploring Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, the Virgin Mary’s House, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Hakan, Banu, Omer, and Metin have tailored visits to fit each group, with shopping and lunch stops optional.

“This was the highlight of our trip. Taylon was our private guide and he was awesome. We had our own private car and didn’t have to deal with lines and people. I highly recommend this excursion and request Taylon as your guide.”

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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary's House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS - Why Ephesus is worth your limited port time
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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary’s House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS

5.ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary’s House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,670 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $59

From Kusadasi Port, visit Ephesus with a licensed guide, then add Mary's House and the Temple of Artemis. You will ride in an air-conditioned minivan, have entry fees covered, and may stop for Turkish lunch, crafts, carpets, or leather goods. Private tours allow a more flexible pace.

“Our guide Fatima was enthusiastic and spoke English well. She also accommodated our group with choices for lunch and walking speed. Very informative and friendly.”

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Mary’s House adds a spiritual side
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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,573 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $15

Meet your private guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a flexible half-day visit to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Mary’s House. Guides such as Mel, Seyhan, Füsun, and John tailor the pace, explain the sites clearly, and include lunch plus a Turkish carpet demonstration.

“Brilliant from start to finish. Especially our tour guide Seher. Very knowledgeable, kind and such an expert!”

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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Mary’s House: a quiet beginning on the mountain
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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,349 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your licensed guide at Kusadasi port, then ride an air-conditioned minivan to Mary’s House, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Fatima, Josh, Ozzy, and Filiz have tailored visits for families, older guests, and cruise schedules. Entrance tickets may be included or paid separately.

“Communication was very prompt and pleasant. We were unable to take the tour ourselves because a health issue came up, but family members who did go said it was good.”

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Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS - The two-hour walk through ancient Ephesus
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Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS

8.Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,184 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $20

From Kusadasi Port, your guide takes you to Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis in a small group or private vehicle. Expect about four hours, a Turkish lunch, flexible timing, and guides such as Funda, Ali, Dilek, or Gokhan. Some departures also include Mary’s House or craft shops.

“The tour was very informative. We were able to see the highlights of the city at a very reasonable price. Also, it included a delicious Turkish lunch.”

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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers - Walking the marble streets of Ephesus
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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

9.Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,100 reviews · 5 hours · from $29

Join an English-speaking guide such as Tas, Nesli, Ahmet, or Melike for a five-hour cruise-port tour of Ephesus, the House of Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. Travel by air-conditioned Mercedes van, walk marble streets, enjoy Turkish lunch, and watch a traditional carpet demonstration.

“Everything was perfect. Our guide Gabi was amazing and so nice and fun!”

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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH - The House of the Virgin Mary adds a different kind of visit
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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 935 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $7Best value

Start at Kuşadası Port and spend 4 to 6 hours exploring Ephesus, the Prytaneion, Temple of Artemis, and House of the Virgin Mary. Choose shared or private touring, add skip-the-line entry, enjoy lunch at a carpet village, and return to your ship on time.

“Our host, Vedat, was simply wonderful! He was extremely patient with our mobility limitations, was very knowledgeable, and his hospitality was a 10/10!”

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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE) - Walking through Ephesus, from the Great Theater to the Library
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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE)

11.All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 843 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $67

From Kusadasi cruise port, your private guide and driver take you to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Ephesus Museum in a luxury Mercedes van. Guides such as Gökçe, Nagi, Ahmet, and Asli tailor the day, with Turkish lunch included and optional stops at Mary’s House, Sirince, or craft workshops.

“Excellent tour with our private guide Narcie. Very knowledgeable ! The lunch in the garden was lovely!”

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Ephesus: Mary's House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch - Mary’s House: a quiet first stop
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Ephesus: Mary’s House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch

12.Mary’s House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 738 reviews · from $31

Spend five hours visiting Mary’s House, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis from Kusadasi Port. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, walk ancient streets with a live guide, enjoy Turkish lunch, and return to your ship on schedule. Private and small-group options are available.

“Was the most amazing tours we have done thanks to our amazing guide Esra. She wes awesome. I would highly recommend this tour and can’t think of anything negative at all.”

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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port - Meeting your guide at Kusadasi port
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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 675 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $42

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Kusadasi cruise port or a listed hotel, visit Ephesus, eat a local lunch, and finish at Ada Saray Hamami. Guides such as Seyhan, Fusun, and Oznur have earned praise for adapting the day to families, older guests, and cruise schedules. Entrance fees and the bath cost extra.

“We started off getting picked up by a very nice luxury van. Our guide Seyhan took us to try some tea and treats at a local shop. There was no pressure to buy anything. Next, we went to Ephesus where Seyhan gave us a great tour. We then visited the remains of the Temple of Artimis before heading to lunch. Lunch was on a quaint farm and a very good three-course meal. There was too much food for just two of us, but it was all very yummy. We watched a demonstration about how the carpets were made inside the carpet shop and again, there was no pressure to buy.…”

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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port - The Temple of Artemis is brief but historically important
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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 672 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi cruise port for a private half-day visit to Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. Expect an air-conditioned vehicle, Turkish lunch, and guides such as Seyhan, Eren, Fatih, or Alp. Shopping and craft demonstrations may be part of the day.

“This was so much fun and wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Alp, was so wonderful and knowledgeable.”

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From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour with Lunch - Mary’s House sets a quiet tone
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From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour with Lunch

15.Full-Day Ephesus Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 642 reviews · 8 hours · from $113

Travel from Izmir by air-conditioned van to Mary’s House, Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Sirince. Guides such as Nizam, Vedat, and Gül bring the ruins to life, while lunch, wine tasting, and village time round out the day. Expect some shopping stops and an optional €15 Terrace Houses visit.

“Great trip, well timed to allow us to see everything. Our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a really good and interesting day out.”

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