Private Tours of Ephesus and Western Turkey with the best local licensed tour guides. Private Shore Excursions from Kusadasi Port and Izmir Cruise Port. Private Transfers. Private Tour Guide Services for Ephesus. Ephesus Walking Tours. Private Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi, Selcuk, Izmir, Alacati, Cesme, Sirince, Pamukkale Hotels.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ephesus and Tours
At Ephesus Travel Guide, we understand that planning your trip to Ephesus can be overwhelming, which is why we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to assist you. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to provide you with detailed information tailored to your needs. So, when it comes to planning your Ephesus tour, trust Ephesus Travel Guide to answer all your questions and give you an unforgettable experience. Below please find frequently asked questions and answers about Ephesus and our private Ephesus tours, if you still can not find answers for your questions, please free to get in touch with us. We will get back to you less than 24 hours.
- Why should I book a tour through Ephesus Travel Guide? Can't I do my own tours?
- What do tours include? / Are your drivers also the tour guides?
- How physically challenging are tours?
- How should I tip our Guide/Driver?
- Where to meet our guide at Kusadasi Port or Izmir Port? How do I recognize our tour guide at the port?
- Is there a dress code for Ephesus?
- Will I have time to shop?
Shopping visits are not scheduled in our tours. Depending on the time, you may be offered options. Shopping stops during tours are not made unless the guests wants.
- Are your tours the same ones offered by the Cruise Lines?
- Why should I book Tours with Ephesus Travel Guide instead of booking onboard the cruise ship?
Avoid long lines at the Ship's Shore Excursion Desk.
All tours planned and confirmed before you sail.
No chance of a sell out like on board ship.
Full refund if tour is cancelled for bad weather or the ship misses port.
- How reputable is Ephesus Travel Guide?
- We've never been to Ephesus and want to do as much as possible?
- What type of transportation is used for the tours?
Vehicle Types for Private Ephesus Tours and Private Airport Transfers from/to Izmir Airport
- Am I travelling with a group on the tours?
- How do I pay for my tour, what is the procedure?
- Do we need to have a Turkish visa?
Land travelers require a visa for their travel to Turkey
- What is your cancellation policy?
- Would there be a charge if I miss my tour because the ship is late or cannot make it into port?
- Is there a risk of missing the ship if I don't book through the cruise line?
Cost of entrance fees:
- Ephesus + Ephesus Experience Museum: 40 Euro per person
- House of Mary: 13.5 Euro p.p. (500 TL)
- Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
- St. John's Basilica: 6 Euro p.p.
- Sirince Village: Free of charge
- Ephesus + Terrace Houses + Ephesus Experience Museum: 52 Euro p.p.
- Ephesus Museum: 10 Euro p.p.
* There are never long lines at the sites. There is no need to prepurchase the tickets. The tour guides have priorities to obtain the tickets. The guided tours guests never wait in lines.
* Entrance fees determined by the Turkish government are shown above. The Turkish government reserves the right to change entrance fees.
- Do you buy tickets in advance?
- Do we have to pay tickets for the tour guide?
- How expert would our guide be and what are the details of the sights we would visit in Ephesus?
Ephesus is open everyday. Visiting hours vary depending on the season.
Summer Time Visiting Hours: 08.00 - 19.00
Winter Time visiting Hours: 08.30 - 17.00
Ephesus is a large ancient city. The city covers an area of 550 acres (224 hectares). It is the most excavated archaeological site of Turkey. A visit here can take anywhere from 1 to 4 hours depending on your interest and pace. The site has two gates named as the Upper Gate, also known as the South Gate and the lower gate, also known as the North Gate. During the visit to the Ancient City of Ephesus, some guests also tour the Terrace Houses. Terrace Houses visit generally takes approximately 30 minutes.
You can travel back in time by walking through the preserved streets of Ephesus. Some spends an entire day visiting the site, but the average time needed once inside is about two to three hours. Like most Roman-built cities, Touring Ephesus is not difficult, but to avoid wasting time or in the summer days getting cooked under the sun, we recommend the guests to hire a private tour guide.
In our Private Ephesus Tours, we generally start the tour from the Upper Gate and end at the Lower Gate. If there is a driver waiting for us. This way saves us a lot of energy and time. For solo travelers who want to do this way, there are taxis that charge approximately 5 Euros to take you back to the Upper Gate.
Bring a hat and sunscreen no matter what season it is, and you can even ask for an umbrella in the summer. There is very little shelter from the sun, and two to three hours outside will make you feel more like exhausted than your healthy state. You'll also want snacks and plenty of water for all these walks. Inside, close to the Close to Celsus Library, there is one small convenience stand. Right outside the site there are numerous vendors who may help you with these necessities. There is no water fountains at the site that you can use to fill your water bottles. In Turkey, we do not drink tap water.
Ephesus was once an entire port city and the site now is huge! If you visit Ephesus with a tour guide, your itinerary will be well planned, so you won't have to worry. If not, plan ahead and come prepared to ensure you have a successful trip. For travelers who need a Ephesus tour guide, we do provide tour guide and private tour services. For more information, contact us.
- Are there discounts for SENIOR Citizens for local airfares,food,restaurants and hotels?
- How do I get to Ephesus? - Where is Ephesus?
From Izmir, Izban trains and TCDD trains run approximately every hour, 8 times a day. Between Izmir and Selcuk. Trains are cheap but crowded. For train schedules, please click here. These trains also stop at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. For travelers who are planning a day trip from Istanbul. We recommend them to fly to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. They can take the train from Izmir Airport to Selcuk, or can take the Havas Shuttle Bus stopping in Selcuk, or we can provide private transportation.
From Istanbul, the closest airport to Ephesus, is Izmir Adnan Menderes airport. Budget travelers from Istanbul may also choose to get an overnight bus from Istanbul to Selcuk. The bus ride may take over 7 hours (one way). This would be a budget but a tiring option.
From Kusadasi, there are shared minibuses called Dolmus to Selcuk. The minibuses run approximately every 30 minutes. They are cheap but most of the time very crowded. But travelers should expect a long walk after getting of from Dolmus.
From Selcuk, the ancient city of Ephesus is approximately 6 kilometers. It can be reached by walking or taxis are available in Selcuk. We also offer Ephesus Walking Tours starting from Selcuk Hotels or Selcuk Train Station.
- Are there toilets at Ephesus?
- Where will be the lunch served during Ephesus Tour?