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Dates for Discounted Private Ephesus Tours

7/17/2019

We are offering %20 discount for Private Ephesus Tours with English speaking tour guides at the following dates:
For more information please do not hesitate to contact us.
Book early and save more!

July 2019
22?,29,30,31

August 2019
01,02.03?,04?,05,06,07,09,10?,11?,14
18?,19,20,21,23,24?,25?,26,27,30?,31?

September 2019
03,05,06,07,08,09,11,12,13,14,15,
16,20,21,25,26,27,28,29,30

October 2019
01,02.03,04,05,07,08,09,10,11,13,14,
18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,27,28,29,30,31

November 2019
01,02.03,04,05,06,08,09,10,11,12,13,14,15
16,17,18,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30

December 2019
01-31 December

Ephesus Private Tour Rates

January 2020
01 - 31 January

February 2020
01,02.03,04,05,06,07,08,09,10,11,12,14,15
16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28

March 2020
01 - 31 March

April 2020
01-30 April

May 2020
01 - 31 May

June 2020
01,02.03,04,05,06,07,08,09,11,12,13,14,15
16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27,28,29,30

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Museum Pass the Aegean - Multi visit pass for West Turkey

7/15/2019

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Valid for Ancient city of Ephesus, Basilica of St. John, Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Archaelogical Museum of Ephesus, Ancient city of Aphrodisias, Temple of Didyma, Ancient city of Smyrna, Ancient City of Miletus, Ancient City of Priene, Ancient City of Sardis, Ancient City of Pergamon, Asklepion of Pergamon, Hierapolis (Pamukkale), Ancient city of Laodicea and many others.

Museum Pass The Aegean

The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism issued multi visit passes for the museums and sites located at the Aegean Region (Western Part) of Turkey. Museum Pass the Aegan is available to foreign visitors and residents at museum and archeological site ticket offices. All you need is your passport and 185 Turkish Liras. Payment can be made in cash and with visa or mastercard.

Museum Pass the Aegean will save travellers time and money. Travellers will not be waiting in lines to purchase tickets at the museums. Travellers can visit multiple museums and sites within a week time. Museum Pass the Aegean is valid for 7 days. Travellers can make great savings with good itinerary planing.

Museum Pass Aegean costs 220 Turkish Liras.

Museum Pass the Aegean will allow you free entrance to all museums and archeological sites operated by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism in the provinces of İzmir, Aydın and Muğla, which cover Ancient city of Ephesus, Basilica of St. John, Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Archaelogical Museum of Ephesus, Ancient city of Aphrodisias, Temple of Didyma, Ancient city of Smyrna, Ancient City of Miletus, Ancient City of Priene, Ancient City of Sardis, Ancient City of Pergamon, Asklepion of Pergamon, Hierapolis (Pamukkale), Ancient city of Laodicea and many others.

* Note that House of Virgin Mary in Ephesus is not covered by Museum Pass the Aegean.

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Ephesus Entry Tickets - Admission Fees for Ephesus

7/14/2019

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Revised entry ticket costs (Admission fees) for Ephesus and nearby sites are as follows:

Ephesus: 9 euro per person (60 Turkish Lira)
House of Mary: 4 Euro per person (25 Turkish Lira)
Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
Sirince Village: Free of charge
Isa Bey Mosque: Free of Charge
Terrace Houses: 4.5 Euro per person (30 Turkish Lira)
Basilica of St. John: 2.5 Euro per person (15 TL)
Museum of Ephesus: 2.5 Euro per person (15 TL)

* There are never long lines at the sites. But if you would like to purchase your tickets in advance please click the following link: https://www.muze.gov.tr/tr/purchase?t=5
For Ephesus Only under E-Bilet choose Efes Orenyeri (40TL)

* If you are going to visit other sites besides Ephesus in Western Turkey. There is a Museum Pass which provides multi visits to many sites without waiting in lines and you can make great savings. Valid for Ancient city of Ephesus, Basilica of St. John, Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Archaelogical Museum of Ephesus, Ancient city of Aphrodisias, Temple of Didyma, Ancient city of Smyrna, Ancient City of Miletus, Ancient City of Priene, Ancient City of Sardis, Ancient City of Pergamon, Asklepion of Pergamon and many others. For more information visit the following link: Museum Pass the Aegean - Multi visit pass for West Turkey

(Except Terrace Houses, there is no admission fee for children under 12 years old. For the proof of age, please bring passport copies with you.)

Library of Ephesus

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2019 Entrance Fees and Opening Hours for Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and surroundings

7/14/2019

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Ephesus: 12 Euro per person (72 Turkish Lira)
House of Mary: 6 Euro per person (35 Turkish Lira)
Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
Sirince Village: Free of charge
Isa Bey Mosque: Free of Charge
Terrace Houses: 6 Euro per person (36 Turkish Lira)
Basilica of St. John: 3 Euro per person (18 TL)
Museum of Ephesus: 3 Euro per person (15 TL)

Ephesus Ticket

Except Terrace Houses, there is no admission fee for children under 12 years old. For the proof of age, please bring passport copies with you. For Terrace Houses under 6 year old is free of charge.

* There are never long lines at the sites. But if you would like to purchase your tickets in advance please click the following link: https://www.muze.gov.tr/buy_e_ticket

* If you are going to visit other sites besides Ephesus in Western Turkey. There is a Museum Pass which provides multi visits to many sites without waiting in lines and you can make great savings. Valid for Ancient city of Ephesus, Basilica of St. John, Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Archaelogical Museum of Ephesus, Ancient city of Aphrodisias, Temple of Didyma, Ancient city of Smyrna, Ancient City of Miletus, Ancient City of Priene, Ancient City of Sardis, Ancient City of Pergamon, Asklepion of Pergamon and many others. For more information visit the following link: Museum Pass the Aegean - Multi visit pass for West Turkey

Opening Hours:

Ephesus Ancient City - Basilica of St. John - Archaeogical Museum of Ephesus

April - October
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 19.00

November - March
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 17.00

Terrace Houses

April - October
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 18.30

November - March
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 16.30

House of Virgin Mary

January - February
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 17.00

March - October
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 18.00

November - December
Opening Time: 8.00
Closing Time: 17.00

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Private Ephesus Tours for Holland America Line Passengers: Veendam and Koningsdam

5/11/2019

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Koningsdam of Holland America Line and Celestyal Olympia of Celestyal Cruises at Kusadasi Cruise Port - April 19 2016

Kusadasi is a popular port of call for Holland America Line. Many Holland America Line cruise ships have been calling to Kusadasi Port many years. In 2019 Kusadasi Cruise Port will welcome Holland America Ships:
Veendam and Koningsdam.
Veendam and Koningsdam will have 11 port of calls to Kusadasi Cruise port in 2019. April 19th 2016 was the inaugural call of Koningsdam to Kusadasi Cruise Port.

We have been providing exclusive private tours of Ephesus for Holland America Line passengers. It would be our pleasure to be in service to you. For more information please visit: Private Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi page or contact us.

Private Ephesus Tour Group from Veendam with their Private Tour Guide Mrs. Yesim Kulak in front of Celsus Library in Ephesus - May 11 2019

Veendam at Kusadasi Cruise Port - May 11 2019

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5 Days Tour of Western Turkey

4/14/2019

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5 Days Private Tour of Western Turkey
visiting Pergamon, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias, Priene, Miletus, Didyma, Sirince, Izmir....

Denizhan guiding at Pergamon Theater

Day 1- Arrive Izmir - Pergamon - Overnight in Kusadasi
Boarding your vehicle in Izmir airport drive to the north of Izmir, pass fertile fields and olive trees, to the present day, modern town of Bergama, once known as Pergamon, a great center of culture. The ancient city was a capital of the Pergamon Kingdom, and it was here that parchment paper was invented. Today, Pergamon is one of Turkey's finest archeological sites. Drive up to the Acropolis, to see the remains of the citadel and the city walls, the foundations of the Zeus Altar, and the Royal Palace. The famous Pergamon Library once contained 200.000 scrolls which were a gift to Cleopatra from Mark Anthony. Walk through the Agora and see the restored Trajan Temple and the remains of the Demeter, Athena and Dionysus Temples. On the steep slopes of the Acropolis you will visit the Theatre, which once held as many 15.000 spectators, view the town and its surroundings from this site. Continue to the town en route, see the Red Basilica which was used as a temple dedicated to the Egyptian godess of Serapis. Enjoy lunch in local Restaurant of Bergama and have a taste of Turkish food. In the afternoon, visit the Asclepion, a healing center from the 4th century BC and one of the most important sites of Pergamon. Here patients had herbalistic, aquatic and psychological treatment. Visit the Temple of Asclepios, the theatre, and walk through the sacred corridor and down the ancient,arcaded, marble-paved boulevard. Drive to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 2 - Fullday Tour of Ephesus
Meet with your guide in front of your hotel in Kusadasi. Drive to the country. Your first stop on this fascinating tour is at the HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY. Then, you will continue on to visit ancient EPHESUS, one of the most magnificent and best-preserved ancient sites in the world. See the Odeion, the Market Basilica, Curetes Street, Bath,Celsus Library, Marble Street and the Great Theater with a seating capacity of 25,000 people. Afterwards visit the  BASILICA OF ST. JOHN and see the TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, one of the wonders of the ancient world. En-route to Kusadasi enjoy the scenery or shopping opportunity. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 3 - Fullday Tour of Pamukkale and Aphrodisias
After departing from Kusadasi, drive east approx. 3 hours. Visit Aphrodisias, see the finest works of marble from Roman Period and the 30.000 spectator capacity gigantic roman stadium. Continue to Hierapolis (Pamukkale) Enter the site from North Gate and walk through the Ancient Necropolis (Cemetery). So far Italian archaeologists excavated over 1200 tombs in the area. The total number is expected to exceed 3000. No where in the world you can see such a gigantic ancient cemetery. Afterwards see the Roman Bath, walk through Domitian Gate, Frantinus Avenue to see the other remains. View the huge Roman theater having a capacity of 10000.  Walk on the calcium deposit terraces of Pamukkale. Enjoy the stunning views. The water temperature is 32 degrees. At the end of the tour we can drop you at a hotel in Pamukkale or drive you back to Kusadasi.

Day 4 - Fullday (8hours) Priene, Miletus and Didyma
Meet with your guide at your hotel in Kusadasi. Following the departure from the pier, the first stop will be PRIENE. The ancient harbor city of Priene probably changed its location when the silt of the Meander River threatened to bury it. Now it is nearly 16km away from the sea. The original place of the city has never been found but it was probably a peninsula with two harbors. Priene was laid out on a Hippodamian system of grid plan at the foot of a spectacular cliff on mount Mycale and contained many famous examples of Hellenistic art and architecture. All the streets intersect at right angles. Next visit MILETUS, an ancient city located near the mouth of the Meandros River. Miletus owed its importance to its position on the trade routes. It was one of the largest cities in Anatolia. Highly prosperous, it founded many colonies and was the home of the ancient philosophers Anaximander, Anaximenes and Thales, the town planner Hippodamus and architect Isidorus. Having a prominent position, Miletus became the most important port in this area and it was the most active member of the twelve cities of the Ionian Confederation. From the 7th century B.C. the city has been controlled in turn by the Persians, Roman and Seljuk Turks. The last visit in the tour will be DIDYMA. The world Didyma meant "twins" and it was associated by some as being the meeting place of Zeus and Leto to have their twins Apollo and Artemis. Didyma was famed as a prophecy center dedicated to Apollo, which served a similar purpose as the Delphi of Anatolia. It was not a city but a sanctuary linked to Miletus by Milesians with a 12 mile sacred road. Drive back to Kusadasi.

Day 5 - Sirince Village and Izmir City
After departing your hotel in Kusadasi, you will arrive at SIRINCE VILLAGE. This old Orthodox Village, 30 km from Kusadasi, was once "Cirkince"(ugly). Indeed its inhabitants gave this name on the purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village. Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly and called it "Sirince" (pretty). Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turkish-Greek culture as of the 1920's; after the Turkish Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside. At Sirince Village you will have chance of seeing the local life at a village and purchasing some small local souvenirs and handicrafts. The village is also famous for its local grape and other fruit wines. Afterwards drive to Izmir City Center. Visit the historical Kemeralti Bazaar, which is the most vibrant shopping center of Izmir for centuries covering a huge area.  In 17th and 18th centuries French and British merchants first and in 19th C AD Turkish immigrants later from Greece and Aegean Island to Izmir have made a great contribution for enlarging the shopping mall as to be the center of trade in Izmir. It began expanding to a large area throughout the Konak square with a big variety of shops. Transfer to Izmir AIrport. End of services.

For more information, please contact us.

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2 Days Western Turkey Tour - Ephesus, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias...

4/11/2019

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Oeler Family with our tour guide Yesim visiting Bodrum Castle

We have just completed 2 Days Custom Tour of Western Turkey for Oeler Family from Dubai. They had wonderful time with our tour guide Yesim Kulak.

We offer private tours of Western Turkey. These tours can start from Izmir airport, Denizli airport, Izmir hotels, Kusadasi hotels, Pamukkale hotels or any other desired location nearby.

Suggested tour program is as follows:

Day 1 - Fullday Tour of Ephesus
Meet with your guide in front of your hotel in Kusadasi. Drive to the country. Your first stop on this fascinating tour is at the HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY. Then, you will continue on to visit ancient EPHESUS, one of the most magnificent and best-preserved ancient sites in the world. See the Odeion, the Market Basilica, Curetes Street, Bath,Celsus Library, Marble Street and the Great Theater with a seating capacity of 25,000 people. Afterwards visit the BASILICA OF ST. JOHN and see the TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, one of the wonders of the ancient world. En-route to Kusadasi enjoy the scenery or shopping opportunity. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 2 - Fullday Tour of Pamukkale and Aphrodisias
After departing from Kusadasi, drive east approx. 3 hours. Visit Aphrodisias, see the finest works of marble from Roman Period and the 30.000 spectator capacity gigantic roman stadium. Continue to Hierapolis (Pamukkale) Enter the site from North Gate and walk through the Ancient Necropolis (Cemetery). So far Italian archaeologists excavated over 1200 tombs in the area. The total number is expected to exceed 3000. No where in the world you can see such a gigantic ancient cemetery. Afterwards see the Roman Bath, walk through Domitian Gate, Frantinus Avenue to see the other remains. View the huge Roman theater having a capacity of 10000. Walk on the calcium deposit terraces of Pamukkale. Enjoy the stunning views. The water temperature is 32 degrees. At the end of the tour we can drop you at a hotel in Pamukkale or drive you back to Kusadasi.

Cost: 385 Euro (Total to be paid for your party of 1-6 people)

Rates Cover:

Services of an excellent English speaking tour Guide
A/C Mercedes MPV
All transportation costs.
Tax, service charges.
Pick up and drop off from/to Hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk
Lunches

Rates Do Not Cover:

Entrance & Parking fees to the sites.
Drinks during lunches.

There is no prepayment required for the reservation. To avoid disappointment, we recommend to make your private tour reservation at earliest possible.

Payment Terms:
Payment can be made in Euro or US Dollar cash at the end of the tour. There is no prepayment required.

We recommend you to overnight in Kusadasi.
Recommended hotels to stay in Kusadasi:

Hotel Ilayda - 3 Stars

We offer custom private tours of Western Turkey such as above.
For more information, please contact us.

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Private Ephesus Tours from Izmir Airport

4/9/2019

We organize private tours of Ephesus from Izmir airport. Travellers who stay in Istanbul can make a day trip to Ephesus. The closest airport to Ephesus is Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport which is a 45 minutes drive to the ancient city of Ephesus. Flight from Istanbul to Izmir takes approximately 1 hour..

We provide exclusive private tours of Ephesus including pick up and drop off from/to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport and Izmir Airport Hotels.

For travellers who will be flying from Istanbul we recommend the following flights (Please note that there two airports located in Istanbul. Istanbul Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Istanbul Airport is located in the European side and Sabiha Gokcen is located in the Asian Side of Istanbul.

Airlines flying to Izmir Airport from Istanbul Airports:
Atlas Global : http://www.atlasglb.com/en
Pegasus : http://www.flypgs.com/
Onur Air : http://www.onurair.com.tr/
Turkish Airlines : http://www.turkishairlines.com/tr
SunExpress: https://www.sunexpress.com/en/

* Generally a private tour of Ephesus takes approximately 8 hours. Therefore we recommned our guests to book 8am flight from Istanbul to Izmir and 6pm flight from Izmir to Istanbul.

Below please find suggested private Ephesus tour programs starting from Izmir airport and Izmir Airport Hotels :

We will meet you at Izmir airport

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport

Izmir Airport Hotels Booking.com links:
Orty Airport Hotel
Tav Airport Hotel Izmir
DoubleTree By Hilton Izmir Airport

IZMIR No. 2
Fullday - Ephesus + Lunch (6 hours)
Boarding your vehicle at airport of Izmir, drive south to Selcuk Town.. En-route see the cotton fields, vineyards and pine woods while driving along the blue Aegean shores. Your first stop will be the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 wonders of ancient world. Continue to Ephesus where you start at the Magnesia Gate and walk downhill through the city. Your tour guide will point out the sights, bringing the history of Ephesus to life as you pause at the Odeon, Upper Agora, Town Hall, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian and Domitianus, Memmius Memorial, Roman Baths and extraordinary Library of Celsus. At the end of a marble street leading from the library, gaze up at the impressive theater, built to seat 24.000 people. Enjoy a lunch in the grounds of a country house. Here you will see a private demonstration of the traditional carpet making process from dying to spinning to weawing at a school where young girls are trained in the craft. Your last stop will be the visit to the Isa Bey Mosque, a delicate masterpiece of Turkish architecture from the fourteenth century. Afterwards drive back to Izmir airport.

IZMIR No.3
Fullday tour of Ephesus, House of Mary & Basilica of St. John
(8 hours)
Biblical sites, including Mary's last-known dwelling place, the ancient city of Ephesus and a relaxing luncheon are featured in this fascinating, full-day excursion. As your vehicle makes its way along the Aegean Coast, you will pass some of the regions fertile lands. As you reach the silted valley, time seems to come to a halt and then reverse. After a steep drive up Mt. Pagus, you will arrive at a stone chapel. This converted house probably dates from the 1st century and was envisioned by a German nun as the site where the Virgin Mary spent her last days. Continuing to Ephesus, leave your coach at the parking area and proceed on foot through Magnesia Gate. As you stroll along the old marble streets, you will pass the Odeon and Upper Agora. You will also see the ornate Hadrian Temple, the remains of some Terrace houses, the beautifully restored facade of the Celsus Library, the Roman Baths of Scholastica, the Commercial Agora and the theater, which accommodates 25,000 spectators and is still used for occasional performances. After your visit to Ephesus, re-board your vehicle for an ejoyable lunch. Afterwards enjoy a presentation about Turkish weavings , see the girls at the looms knotting carpets and kilims. Learn about the natural dyes and learn the differences between Silk , flosh , wool and cotton weavings for handmade rugs. The proprietors will give a fascinating demonstration of the local traditional crafts. Next is the Basilica of St. John, one of the seven churches of Asia Minor, is your final stop before your return to Izmir Airport.

IZMIR No.4
Fullday (8hours) Ephesus & Villages
Meet with your guide in front of the Izmir airport passenger terminal. Depart the pier for the an hour drive to the magnificent site of Ephesus. Ephesus is the best preserved of the Greek/Roman cities in Anatolia and while you are visiting the ancient ruins of this magnificent site and your tour guide will bring them alive. You will see the beautiful Celsus Library, restored and reconstructed according to its original form by the architect Friedmund Hueber in the 1970's. The most spectacular building of Ephesus is the Grand Theater, built during the Hellenistic age to hold 25,000 spectators. The city was also the hometown of great philosopher Heraclitus. After a visit to Ephesus Antique Site, you will arrive at Sirince Village. This old Orthodox Village, 30 km from Kusadasi, was once "Cirkince"(ugly). Indeed its inhabitants gave this name on the purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village. Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly and called it "Sirince" (pretty). Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turkish-Greek culture as of the 1920's; after the Turkish Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside. At Sirince Village you will have chance of seeing the local life at a village and purchasing some small local souvenirs and handicrafts. The village is also famous for its local grape and other fruit wines. During the lunch, mingle with the local people of the village. Have a cup of traditional Turkish coffee at the main coffee house of the village. Your last stop will be the visit to the Isa Bey Mosque, a delicate masterpiece of Turkish architecture from the fourteenth century.

For applicable Ephesus Tour costs please visit: Ephesus Tour Rates

If you need more information please do hesitate to contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Entrance Fee - Ephesus - where else does this sites covers?
As mentioned, You will see the beautiful Celsus Library, restored and reconstructed according to its original form by the architect Friedmund Hueber in the 1970's. The most spectacular building of Ephesus is the Grand Theater

> These are the sites you will be visiting during the visit to the ancient city of Ephesus:

2. Entrance Ticket - is your guide will assist me to purchase? Does your guide need a ticket?
> Yes, the tour guide will assist you to purchase tickets.
We will assign you a licensed tour guide.
There is no admission for licensed tour guides.

3. Once Confirmed - do I need to fill up all as mentioned below:
> Yes, please. We need the following information:

For private tour booking,
Kindly advise us the following:

Full names of the members of your group and their passport numbers.
Number of people in your group.
Date of Arrival
Name of the Cruise Ship/Hotel/Flight number
Time to start the tour
Tour code or name or name of the sites you would like to visit.

4. Cancellation Policy - as mentioned, Once you are within the 24 hour tour departure window, the tour becomes non-refundable. May I know, what method of transaction?
> In this case we will ask your credit card details.

5. Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off - at Hotel in Izmir
> No problem, we can meet you at a Hotel in Izmir.

6. Entrance Fee - if requested for early purchase, any extra charges incurred? Kindly advise and give quotes.
Approximate cost of entrance fees:
Ephesus: 10 euro per person (60 Turkish Lira)
House of Mary: 5.5 Euro per person (35 Turkish Lira)
Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
Sirince Village: Free of charge
Isa Bey Mosque: Free of Charge
Terrace Houses: 5 Euro per person (30 Turkish Lira)
Basilica of St. John: 2.5 Euro per person (15 TL)
Museum of Ephesus: 2.5 Euro per person (15 TL)
> There is no need to prepurchase the tickets. There are never long lines at the sites. You can make the decision where to go with the recommendation of your tour guide.

7. Lunch - if requested, where and what is provided? Estimation of cost if a Turkish set meal? Kindly advise and give quotes.
> We will take you to a place where you can Enjoy home made meal. Lunch will be provided at the premises öf a weaving center. Lunch cost is included in the price.

9. Shopping - please recommend some shops and handicraft places.
> Turkish pottery , çini
> Turkish Carpets
> Turkish Delight and sweets
> Leather outlet för Leather jackets

10. Mode of Payment - can be paid in TL?
Yes, Payment can be made in Turkish Liras.

11. Transport - Vehicle Merc MPV deluxe Sedan EURO 160 is for 4 pax?
> We will assign you a Mercedes Vito which has 6 passenger seats + guide + driver

12. Is it a private tour? We are party of 4.
> We only offer private tours. You will be the only ones in the vehicle besides your personal tour guide and driver.

13. We can pick & choose sites, not all? Entrance priced mentioned.
> yes, you can choose the sites to be visited.

14. Tickets purchases by whom? No delay.
> our tour guide will assist you to buy the tickets. You will not wait in the lines.

15. Will there be any shopping or handicraft shop visit? Like to visit some.
> if requested yes. You are the one who is going to decide where to go.

Izmir Airport Transfers to Kusadasi, Selcuk, Sirince
Izmir Airport Selcuk Town (Ephesus) Train Schedule
Private Ephesus Tours from Izmir Hotels

Private Ephesus Tours for Viking Star Passengers from Kusadasi Cruise Port

3/15/2019

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In 2019, Viking Star operated by Viking Cruises will call to Kusadasi Cruise Port. We have started receiving enquiries from Viking Star passengers for private tours to Ephesus. Viking Star made its first cruise on April 2015. In the first cruise Viking Star called to Kusadasi Cruise Port on April 13th 2015. Viking Star passengers who are seeking an exclusive private tour of Ephesus can contact us.

Viking Star

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Transfer Kusadasi Izmir Airport

3/8/2019

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Private Airport tansfers between Kusadasi and Izmir Airport

We offer private airport transfer service from Izmir Airport to Kusadasi, Selcuk and Sirince. We recommend the travellers tp book a private airport transfer in advance. We can provide a warm welcome on arrival at Izmir Airport with one of our professional drivers helping you with your luggage.

Once provide us with your flight number we will track your flight and adjust your pickup time to when your flight actually lands. That means that you don't pay extra if there are any delays to your flight and exceed the designated waiting time. And additionally we offer fixed rates on all rides so you know exactly what you have to pay once you book. There'll be no additional costs if you get stuck in traffic and your ride will be paid for automatically once it has been completed.

Affordable private transfers from between Izmir Airport and Kusadasi, Sirince and Selcuk.
We primarily provide luxury vehicles for airport transfer from Izmir Airport to Kusadasi. You only need to sit back and enjoy the ride,

For more information, about our private airport transfer service please visit:
Izmir Airport Transfers

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Tour privado de Pamukkale desde Kusadasi

2/21/2019

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Pamukkale

Hemos comenzado a operar tours privados de Pamukkale desde Kusadasi y Selcuk. Debido a la larga distancia esta gira sólo es adecuado para los viajeros que pasar la noche en Kusadasi o la ciudad de Selcuk.

El nombre antiguo de Pamukkale es Hierápolis. Pamukkale es el nombre moderno que significa el castillo de algodón en Turco. Desde 1998, Pamukkale (Hierápolis) es parte de la lista de Patrimonio para la Humanidad de la UNESCO. Recomendamos la visita de este sitio patrimonio de la Unesco, además de Efeso.

Pamukkale es ubicado en la provincia de Denizli. Es uno de los más impresionantes lugares de Turquía..

Itenerio de la excursion privada de Pamukkale
Su guía le recogerá para el día completo en Pamukkale y Hierápolis. Para llegar a esta hermosa, natural e histórica región lleva como 3 horas en carro desde Kusadasi, pero esto será una experiencia agradable para usted. Vamos a visitar Pamukkale, que significa “castillo de algodón” en turco, con sus traventinas, terrazas de minerales de carbonato dejados por el agua que fluye de aguas termales. Hierápolis ha sido uno de los spas y centros de salud más importantes desde el siglo segundo para los judíos, los primeros cristianos y romanos. Al final del recorrido usted será trasladado a su hotel en Pamukkale.

Precio de la excursión privada a Pamukkale desde Kusadasi y Selcuk:
Coche privado con conductor y guía para 2 personas para todo el día 8 horas 220 Euros
Minibús privado con conductor y guía para 4 personas para todo el día 8 horas 240 Euros
Minibús privado con conductor y guía para 14 personas para todo el día 8 horas 290 Euros
Pequeño autobús privado con conductor y guía para 25 personas para todo el día 8 horas 400 Euros

El precio cubre
- Los servicios de un excelente Guía de habla español.
- Aire acondicionado de vehículos.
- Todos los gastos de transporte.
- Los impuestos, cargos por servicios
- Almuerzo
- Estacionamiento

Precio no cubren:
- Entradas a los sitios. (El costo aproximado de las entrada: 9 euros por persona)
- Bebidas durante el almuerzo

Para obtener más información, por favor haga clic aquí.

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Shopping in Kusadasi and Ephesus

2/20/2019

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A souvenir – whether small or large, practical or decorative – can evoke a place, a culture, or an entire travel experience. Aside from all that, shopping while on holiday is just plain fun. Luckily, Kusadasi and Ephesus (Selcuk) is a shopper’s paradise, we are happy to highlight some of prospects for one-of-a-kind souvenirs that you can find during your in visit.

Leather Goods
Turkey is known for its production of fine leather goods, and Kusadasi is teeming with opportunities to shop for handbags, jackets, boots, shoes, belts, and more. This is a great opportunity to buy custom-made goods using some of the softest, highest quality leather in the world. Turkey is known with lambs leather which is very soft. Competing in the market with a product called pelluria which is cut with 0.5 mm blades. Pelluria is also known as Silk Leather since it has a silk touch feel.

Carpets and Kilims
Turkey is known with handmade carpets and kilims. An art form Turkey is proud of. The Ancient skill of weaving carpets has been decreasing from generation to generation in Turkey. Rugs were originally made for warmth and decoration in the home, as dowry pieces for brides.There are two main kinds of rug: carpets (hali),which are knotted, and kilims, which are flatwoven with vertical (warp) and horizantal (weft) threads.

Iznik Tiles and Pottery
For centuries Iznik tiles have been treasured by art enthusiasts around the world for their flawless quality and exceptionally rich colors. The Iznik tiles made today in the small workshops. Today·s Iznik tiles are created with the same painstaking handcrafted techniques as their historic counterparts.

Lokum, Turkish Delight
Lokum or also known as Turkish Delight is a famous sweet from Turkey. It is made of corn starch and sugar, flavored and often garnished with almonds, hazelnuts or pistachios. It has been a popular sweet since 1700's.

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Izmir, Izmir Airport - Selcuk Town (Ephesus) Train Schedules

2/8/2019

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Izmir Airport > Selcuk Train

Selcuk is the modern name for Ephesus. It is a small twon having a population of 35 thousand. Selcuk is 70km south of Izmir. It is an hour drive from Izmir Airport. Airlines like AtlasJet have free shuttles for flights from Istanbul. Selcuk is also accesible by train from Izmir Airport and Izmir downtown (Basmane).

The same train also go to Denizli where Pamukkale (Hierapolis) is located.

The Train schedule between Izmir, Izmir Airport and Selcuk Town (Ephesus) is as follows:
(Click here for the official train schedule)

* For travellers who will be staying at hotels in Basmane district, we recommend them to take the 9.00am train from Basmane train station which will arrive to Selcuk at 10.15am. Our tour guide and vehicle can meet you at Selcuk train startion. After the tour you will be dropped back to Selcuk train station for your return journey. Return train will leave Selcuk at 6pm and arrive Izmir Basmane Train station at 7.15pm.

Izmir Airport > Selcuk (Ephesus) > Denizli (Pamukkale)
Train Schedule

Izmir Airport > Selcuk Train Schedule

Selcuk (Ephesus) > Izmir Airport > > Izmir Downtown
Train Schedule

Selcuk > Izmir Airport Train Schedule

Addition to TCDD trains, Izmir Municipality Izban electric trains also connect Izmir downtown and Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport with Selcuk town (Ephesus). There are still no direct Izban trains to Selcuk town. Travellers has to switch trains at Tepekoy station. From Izmir downtown and Izmir Airport to Tepekoy from 6am until 12.00am every 20 minutes there is a Izban train. From Tepekoy to Selcuk is not very frequent, only 10 times a day. Current timetables of Izban trains between Tepekoy and Selcuk is as follows:

Izban timetable from SELCUK > Tepekoy
05.56
07.05
08.15
10.20
12.46
14.14
15.45
16.55
19.12
21.20

Izmir timetable from Tepekoy > SELCUK
06.23
07.43
09.35
11.54
13.45
14.55
16.13
18.10
19.53
22.10

For travelers, who would travel with train from Izmir downtown or Izmir airport, we can meet them at Selcuk Train Station, after a private tour of Ephesus we can take them to their hotel in Kusadasi, Selcuk, Sirince Village or take them back to Selcuk train station. For private tours of Ephesus from selcuk train station, please contact us.

Izmir Airport Private Transfers to Selcuk
Tour Guide only services in Selcuk
Private Ephesus Tours from Selcuk

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Private Ephesus Tours from Selcuk Hotels and Selcuk Train Station

2/8/2019

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Ancient City of Ephesus

Selcuk is the modern name of Ephesus. A small agricultural town, having a population of 35000 people. Due to the close proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, some travellers prefer to stay in Selcuk town. Selcuk has many small hotels. For travelers who will overnight in Selcuk town, we recommend to visit farmers market on saturdays.

Selcuk is accesible by trains from Izmir or Denizli (Pamukkale). Modern trains are operating between İzmir – Izmir Airport – Selcuk – Denizli. Its a comfortable and cheap way to travel on this route. For more information about the trains schedules to Selcuk, please visit the following link:
Izmir, Izmir Airport - Selcuk Town (Ephesus) Train Schedules

Recommended hotels to stay in Selcuk
(booking.com links) :

Saint John Hotel
Cella Hotel

Nea Efesos Hotel

For travelers who stay in Selcuk town or travel to Selcuk by train, we offer private airport transfers from Izmir airport and private Ephesus tours. For travelers who travel with rent a car, we also provide tour guide only services where our tour guide meets you in your hotel in Selcuk or in front of Basilica of St. John or Selcuk Bus Station or Selcuk Train Station. Cost of tour guide only services is 80 Euros (whatever your group size is)

Suggested Tour Programs from Selcuk are as follows:

SELCUK - No:1
HalfDay (4 hours) Temple of Artemis + Ephesus + House of Mary
After meeting your guide drive through the fertile lands. Your first stop will be the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. Afterwards proceed to the mountain where Virgin Mary is believed to spent her 9 years. The house is approximately 1000 feet above sea level and running as an active chapel. Roman Catholics believe that Virgin Mary came to Ephesus with Saint. John 5 years after the crucification. At the age of 63 she is assumed to heaven. Altough there is no fact that Virgin Mary lived here approximately 1.5 million people visit the site each year. After 30 minutes visit to the House of Mary, drive to ancient city of Ephesus. You will be dropped at the upper gate of Ephesus with your tour guide. Start exploring the city. You will be walking down the hill approximately 1.5hrs. You will see the Odeon, the basilica, domitian square, fountain of Trajan, Celcus library, Terrace Houses (optional), Marble street, the Grand Theater of Ephesus and the Harbour Street. You will be endng your tour at the bottom gate. Your tour guide will take you to another site or drop you at the desired location.

SELCUK - No:2
Fullday (6 hours) Tour of Ephesus - Christian Ephesus
Meet with your guide in Selcuk. Drive to the country. Your first stop on this fascinating tour is at the HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY. Then, you will continue on to visit ancient EPHESUS, one of the most magnificent and best-preserved ancient sites in the world. See the Odeion, the Market Basilica, Curetes Street, Bath,Celsus Library, Marble Street and the Great Theater with a seating capacity of 25,000 people. Afterwards visit the BASILICA OF ST. JOHNand see the TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, one of the wonders of the ancient world.

SELCUK - No:3
Fullday (7 hours) Ephesus & Villages
Meet with your guide in Selcuk. Drive to one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world:TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS. After seeing Temple of Artemis drive to the magnificent ancient site of EPHESUS. Ephesus is the best preserved of the Greek/Roman cities in Anatolia and while you are visiting the ancient ruins of this magnificent site, your tour guide will bring them alive. You will see the beautiful Celsus Library, restored and reconstructed according to its original form by the architect Friedmund Hueber in the 1970's. The most spectacular building of Ephesus is the Grand Theater, built during the Hellenistic age to hold 25,000 spectators. It is there that St. Paul preached. Opposite theTemple of Hadrian are the Terrace Houses, homes of Ephesus' wealthy citizens. The city was also the hometown of great philosopher Heraclitus. After a visit to Ephesus Antique Site, you will arrive at SIRINCE VILLAGE. This old Orthodox Village, 10 km from Selcuk, was once "Cirkince"(ugly). Indeed its inhabitants gave this name on the purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village. Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly and called it "Sirince" (pretty). Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turkish-Greek culture as of the 1920's; after the Turkish Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside. At Sirince Village you will have chance of seeing the local life at a village and purchasing some small local souvenirs and handicrafts. The village is also famous for its local grape and other fruit wines. Your last stop will be the visit to the ISA BEY MOSQUE, a delicate masterpiece of Turkish architecture from the fourteenth century.

SELCUK- No:4
Fullday (7 hours) Temple of Artemis + Ephesus + Kirazli Village
Your first stop will be the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. Continue to Ephesus where you start at the Magnesia Gate and walk downhill through the city.Your tour guide will point out the sights, bringing the history of Ephesus to life as you pause at the Odeon, Upper Agora, Town Hall, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian and Domitianus, Memmius Memorial, Roman Baths,Terrace Houses and the extraordinary Library of Celsus. At the end of the marble street leading from the library, gaze up at the impressive theater, built to seat 24.000 people. Here St. Paul preached to Ephesians. Afterwards proceed to the quaint Village of Kirazli. Meet with locals, witness the unspoiled local life. See real Turkey !

For more information, contact us.

* For travellers who will be staying at hotels in Basmane district in Izmir, we recommend them to take the 9.00am train from Basmane train station which will arrive to Selcuk at 10.15am. Our tour guide and vehicle can meet you at Selcuk train startion. After the tour you will be dropped back to Selcuk train station for your return journey. Return train will leave Selcuk at 6.06pm and arrive Izmir Basmane Train station at 7.15pm.

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Doing day tour of Ephesus by train from Izmir Basmane Train Station

2/7/2019

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For travellers who will be staying at hotels near Basmane district in Izmir, we recommend them to take the 9.00am train from Basmane Train Station which will arrive to Selcuk (Ephesus) at 10.15am. (Same train stops at Izmir Airport Train Station at 9.20am). Our tour guide and vehicle can meet you at Selcuk Train Station. After the private tour of Ephesus you will be dropped back to Selcuk Train Station for your return journey to Izmir or Izmir Airport. Return train will leave Selcuk at 6.00pm and arrive Izmir Basmane Train station at 7.15pm.

The train ride takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Costs approximately 10tl (1.5 Euro / 2 USD) per person (one way)

Izmir Basmane Train Station

Recommended Hotels to stay near Izmir Basmane Train Station (Booking.com Links):

Hotel Baylan Basmane (2 min walk)
Smart Hotel Izmir (3 min walk)
Oglakcioglu Park Boutique Hotel (4 min walk)
Kaya Prestige - 4 Stars (10 min walk)
Karaca Hotel - 4 Stars (15 min walk)
Hilton Izmir - 5 Stars (15 min walk)
Swissôtel Grand Efes Izmir (15 min walk)
Met Boutique Hotel (5 min walk)

Taking the train from Izmir Basmane Train Station to Selcuk is an enjoyable way to see the Western Turkey. The train passes through the rich fertile farmlands, orchards and vineyards stopping at the small farming towns and villages along the way. Train is the cheapest way to travel, though not the fastest and not the most comfortable way to travel between Izmir and Ephesus.

* You can not prebook train tickets. You can buy them with Turkish Liras cash at Train Staitions. It is recommended to be at the train stations 20 minutes before the departure of the train to avoid disappointment.

During the 8 hours private tour of Ephesus, following sites can be visited:

Izmir Basmane Train Station :

For the cost of a Private Tour of Ephesus from Selcuk Train Station please contact us.

Private Ephesus Tours from Izmir
Private Ephesus Tours from Izmir Airport
Izmir Airport - Selcuk Train Schedule
Private Ephesus Tours from Selcuk Train Station

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The train ride takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. Costs approximately 10tl (1.5 Euro / 2 USD) per person (one way)

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The train ride takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Costs approximately 10tl (1.5 Euro / 2 USD) per person (one way)