Private Ephesus & Sirince Village Shore Excursion from Kusadasi Port
Duration: 7–8 Hours
Tour Type: Private Full-Day Shore Excursion
Departure and Return: Kusadasi Cruise Port
Short Description
Combine the ancient wonders of Ephesus with the traditional atmosphere of Sirince Village on a private shore excursion from Kusadasi Port. Explore Ephesus with a licensed guide, visit the Temple of Artemis and enjoy free time among the historic houses and charming streets of Sirince.
Tour Highlights
- Private excursion exclusively for your party
- Pick-up and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Port
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Celsus Library
- Great Theatre
- Curetes Street
- Temple of Hadrian
- Temple of Artemis
- Traditional Sirince Village
- Historic Greek-style village houses
- Free time in Sirince
- Licensed professional tour guide
- Private air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle
- Itinerary arranged around your cruise schedule
- Planned on-time return to Kusadasi Port
No forced shopping stops
Meeting at Kusadasi Cruise Port
Your licensed professional tour guide will meet you outside the Kusadasi Cruise Terminal after you pass through customs. Your guide will hold a sign displaying your name.
The meeting time will be arranged according to your cruise ship’s arrival and departure schedule. After meeting your guide, travel to Ephesus in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
The drive from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Ephesus takes approximately 25–30 minutes.
Ephesus Ancient City
Explore Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean and one of Türkiye’s most important archaeological sites.
Walk along its marble streets while your guide explains the history, architecture and daily life of this remarkable Greco-Roman city.
During the guided visit, you will see:
- Odeon
- State Agora
- Prytaneion
- Domitian Square
- Monumental Fountain
- Temple of Hadrian
- Trajan Fountain
- Curetes Street
- Scholastica Baths
- Celsus Library
- Commercial Agora
- Marble Street
- Great Theatre
- Harbour Street
The guided Ephesus visit takes approximately 2–2.5 hours, depending on the available port time and the walking pace of your private group.
Please note: The Terrace Houses are not included in this excursion.
Temple of Artemis
After visiting Ephesus, continue to the Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Your guide will explain the history of this famous sanctuary and its connection with ancient Ephesus.
Entrance to the Temple of Artemis is free.
Sirince Village
Continue through the countryside to Sirince, a traditional hillside village known for its narrow streets, historic houses, local products and peaceful atmosphere.
The drive from the Ephesus region to Sirince takes approximately 20–25 minutes.
During your visit, you can:
- Walk through the cobblestone village streets
- See traditional Greek-style houses
- Visit local handicraft shops
- Discover regional olive oil and fruit products
- Taste local fruit wines if you wish
- Enjoy Turkish coffee or a local meal
- Take photographs of the village and surrounding countryside
- Spend free time exploring at your own pace
Food, beverages, wine tasting and personal purchases are optional and not included in the tour price.
There are no compulsory shopping stops. Your free time in Sirince is entirely at your discretion.
Return to Kusadasi Cruise Port
After your visit to Sirince, meet your guide and driver at the agreed location and return directly to Kusadasi Cruise Port.
The visiting order and time spent at each location will be carefully arranged according to your ship’s departure and final boarding time. We aim to return you to the port comfortably before your ship departs.
Important Information
- This excursion is designed exclusively for cruise passengers arriving at Kusadasi Port.
- This tour is recommended only for cruise passengers whose ship remains in Kusadasi Port for sufficient time.
- A minimum port stay of approximately 9 hours is recommended.
- Please provide your cruise ship’s name, arrival time and departure time before booking.
- The final itinerary will be confirmed after checking your ship’s schedule.
- If the available port time is insufficient, a shorter Ephesus shore excursion will be recommended.
- If your ship arrives late, time in Sirince or the visiting order may be adjusted.
- Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price.
- Your guide will assist you with obtaining the necessary entrance tickets.
- The Terrace Houses are not included in this program.
- Ephesus contains uneven marble streets, slopes and steps.
- Sirince has steep and uneven cobblestone streets.
- This excursion does not include compulsory shopping stops.
- Wine tasting, shopping, lunch and other activities in Sirince are entirely optional.
- Guests with mobility restrictions should inform us before booking.
Meeting Information
After leaving your cruise ship, proceed through the Kusadasi Cruise Terminal and customs area. Your guide will wait at the designated meeting point outside the terminal, holding a sign with your name.
Before the excursion, we will provide:
- Guide’s name and telephone number
- Guide’s WhatsApp number
- Driver’s telephone number
- Vehicle type
- Vehicle registration plate
- Emergency contact information
Booking Information Required
- Cruise ship name
- Ship arrival time
- Ship departure time
- Number of participants
- Lead passenger’s full name
- Mobile telephone and WhatsApp number
- Preferred guiding language
- Mobility restrictions or special requirements
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Port
- Licensed professional English-speaking tour guide
- Private air-conditioned Mercedes Vito or Mercedes Sprinter
- Professional driver
- Parking fees
- Fuel expenses
- Local taxes
- Excursion timing arranged according to the cruise schedule
Not Included
- Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee
- Terrace Houses entrance fee
- Meals and beverages
- Optional wine tasting
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
What to Bring
- Passport or cruise ship identification card
- Comfortable non-slip walking shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Drinking water
- Camera or mobile phone
- Light jacket during spring and autumn
- A small amount of local currency or a payment card for optional purchases
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