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Private Ephesus Tours: The 15 Best Guides with a Car

142 tours  ·  from $13 a head

A private guide sets the pace and answers the questions a group never gets to. These 15 differ on what the price covers: entry tickets, lunch, the Terrace Houses, and a driver waiting at the gate.

FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return - Kusadasi comes into view on the way back
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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 and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis. This private tour runs about four to six hours, with a flexible pace and advance ticket arrangements to help you avoid ticket lines. Guides who have led the tour include Fatih, Dicle, Tuna and Eda, though your guide is not specified in advance.

“We learned about Turkey's history, ate at a local restaurant, crafts and artworks like carpeting. One of my friends bought a piece of gorgeous carpet for her home. Our tour guide Fatih was the best, fun to be with and very considerate and accommodating to my friend who was handicap as well as to us who are already senior citizen. Our bus driver, Kadir was just as helpful and kind. The highlight of our trip was to visit the Blessed Virgin Mary's house in Ephesus and to walk where Mary walked in ancient times at the site of the ruins. Our guide gave us ample to visit without restriction to…”

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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - The House of the Virgin Mary: a quieter stop
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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

Leave Kusadasi port in a private, air-conditioned van with a licensed local guide, then explore Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. You can adjust the day to your interests and add the Terrace Houses or lunch. Guides named in past tours include Fatima, Nilay, Mehmet, Ismail, and Gonca, but assignments vary.

“We had a great day with Fatima. She was very knowledgeable and shared her passion for the history of the area. The ruins of Ephesus are truly amazing. We enjoyed a farm to table lunch and experienced the locals weaving rugs and toured an olive oil and pottery collective. I told her ahead of time we were not interested in purchasing a rug and they respected our wishes. They showed us several rugs but did not put the hard sell on us.”

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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour /GRP OPT - The House of the Virgin Mary: a quiet first stop
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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

From Kuşadası, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis in a private or small-group tour with a licensed guide and air-conditioned transport. Entrance fees are included. Choose an option with Terrace Houses for a longer visit, and expect a full half-day or more of walking on ancient streets and steps.

“Fantastic tour from pick-up to drop off. Our guide, Alex, was a wealth of information, delivered in excellent English with a warm and welcoming attitude. He was flexible with the restrictions my mother faced physically, and accommodated us to see things that were easier to traverse. In fact, he was the best tour guide of our entire trip, even better than the guides that were included on our cruise.”

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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return - Add the Terrace Houses if details matter to you
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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

This private English-language shore tour pairs a licensed local guide and air-conditioned van with a flexible visit to Ephesus, the Virgin Mary’s House and the Temple of Artemis. You can add the Terrace Houses, an extra 30-minute stop, and choose your pace. Guides named for tours include Hakan, Banu and Omer. Entry fees are extra, and shopping stops may feature.

“Everything was in time....perfect.!!. The guide, Sergei: excellent. A person with knowledge and charmin to show us the place. Highly recommended!!”

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Mary’s House: a quieter, more reflective visit
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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

5.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 English-speaking guide at Kusadasi cruise port for a private, roughly four-to-five-hour tour of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary. Expect a guided walk through the ancient city, lunch and a carpet-weaving demonstration. Guides such as Mel, Seyhan and Füsun have earned praise for adapting the day to families and individual interests.

“B, our travel guide, was very good. She provided a lot of history of all our sightseeing places. We had a great time”

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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Mary’s House: a small shrine with wide significance
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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

6.Private Tour For Cruisers: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

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

Meet your private guide at Kuşadası port for an air-conditioned ride to Mary’s House, Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. Guides such as Fatima, Josh and Filiz have led tours that adapt to family pace and interests. Choose an option with or without entrance tickets, and agree on your ship’s return time in advance.

“Amazing tour with Ozzy and Halil who took us all over Ephesus tour, Virgine Mary’s house, Fashion show and so on. Many thanks for all the explanation, was very complete”

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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH - The Prytaneion, fountain and baths
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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH

7.Skip-The-Line: Group & Private Ephesus Tour Entry Fee & Lunch

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

From Kusadasi Port, explore Ephesus with a licensed guide, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis. The 4-to-6-hour tour includes air-conditioned transport and lunch at a carpet-weaving village. Choose an option with entry tickets for skip-the-line access, or pay admission separately.

“Had a wonderful experience!! Our tour guide Utdu was very knowledgeable and patient with us!!! Definitely would do thus again!!! Thank you!!”

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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE) - From Kusadasi port to the ancient city
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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE)

8.All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (Skip-The-Line)

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

From Kusadasi cruise port, travel in a private Mercedes van with an English-speaking guide to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Ephesus Museum. Entry and a Turkish lunch are included. You can also ask about stops such as the House of the Virgin Mary or Sirince. Guides such as Asli, Ahmet, and Gökçe have led tours, though your guide is not guaranteed.

“The tour was wonderful. Our tour guide Nagi was excellent. She was friendly and very knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend this tour”

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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch - Ephesus, where the tour earns its keep
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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch

9.All Inclusive Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 819 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $169

From Kusadasi, a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle take you to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis, with lunch at Agora restaurant. Entrance fees, transport and guiding are included. Guides named by past participants include Pilar, Gonga, Hazel and Emre, though your assigned guide may differ.

“The vehicle was awesome! It was new, clean and a/c worked very well. Our guide, Gonga, was very informative and arranged our excursion in the order that gave us the least crowded experience. Gonga also gave us options as to how much walking we wanted or were able to do, looking out for people who may be less able bodied. We were offered options to see how they make carpet and/or pottery but it was not forced on us. Ephesus is an amazing experience which was made even better by having a tour guide.”

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Ephesus: Mary's House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch - Walking Ephesus, from the Celsus Library to the Great Theatre
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Ephesus: Mary’s House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch

10.Ephesus: Mary’s House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch

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

From Kusadasi Port, take a five-hour guided tour to the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. Expect a comfortable minibus, a traditional Turkish lunch at a carpet demonstration village, and a guide who brings the sites to life. Group and private options are available, but check carefully whether your chosen price includes entry tickets.

“Excellent!! Pinar was a fantastic guide as well. Highly recommend her!”

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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Mary, LUNCH, Entrances - From Kusadasi port to the upper gate at Ephesus
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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Mary, LUNCH, Entrances

11.All Inclusive Private Ephesus, House of Mary, Lunch, Entrances

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $134

From Kusadasi, take a private, 5 to 6-hour tour of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis. Your guide leads the visit, and the price includes entrance fees, air-conditioned transport and a traditional Turkish lunch. Guides such as Nejdet, Fusun and Emre have led past tours, but a specific guide is not guaranteed.

“Tansu, our guide was a lovely, friendly and knowledgeable guide. She fitted in everything catering to our needs. The lunch at the local commune was delicious. The carpet making was educational and no pressure to purchase, which was great. The whole day was fantastic experience by Tansu. I would highly recommend anyone to take a tour with her. The driver was also safe and efficient.”

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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port - The hammam, a relaxing finish with an extra charge
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Private Tour in Ephesus and Traditional Turkish Bath from Port

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

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

See Ephesus with a private English-speaking guide, then relax at Ada Saray Hamami after a Turkish lunch. Private, air-conditioned transport picks you up at Kusadasi port or a listed hotel. Guides such as Seyhan, Füsun, and Mel have led this tour, but your assigned guide may differ. The €40 Ephesus ticket and hammam fee are extra.

“Please make sure you read the description to avoid any misunderstandings. They are very specific which I appreciated. Also, this can go as long or as short as you want it to be. To start with, we met at the cruise ship port with our lovely guide Füsun. It was a hot day and thankfully, the van had air conditioning. Warning ⚠️! It takes a little time for the van to cool of when getting back in. Don't be shy to ask to lower the windows while it cools down. 1st: We stopped at a Bazaar which we were welcomed with Turkish tea which i was not expecting. I was…”

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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port - Selçuk, lunch, and local craft stops
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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

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

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

Meet your guide at Kusadasi cruise port for a 3 to 4 hour private tour of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Selçuk. Expect the Celsus Library and Grand Theater, an included Turkish lunch, and a guide who can tailor the day. Ephesus admission costs extra, and cultural shopping stops may be part of the outing.

“Great Tour. Very Informative. Alp was interesting and a great guide. He was able to craft the tour to our desires.”

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FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return - At Ephesus, spend your time well
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FOR CRUISE GUESTS:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR/On Time Return

14.For Cruise Guests:Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour/On Time Return

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 614 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $39

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kusadasi port, then visit Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis, with room to shape the day around your interests. Guides named in past tours include Nesli, Murat, Hakan, and Eda. The private vehicle and guide are included; entrance fees are extra.

“Tour was excellent. Guide was very knowledgeable and accomodating. Would definitely recommend this tour”

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PRIVATE Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour (Skip-The-Line) - The House of the Virgin Mary on Mount Koressos
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PRIVATE Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour (Skip-The-Line)

15.Private Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour (Skip-The-Line)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 558 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $49

Visit Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, St. John’s Basilica, and the Temple of Artemis with an English-speaking guide and private vehicle. The 4-to-6-hour tour starts in Kusadasi and suits cruise and hotel guests. Guides such as Nagi, Eda, Ali, and Tas have led past tours, though your guide is not guaranteed. Admission fees and lunch cost extra.

“Tas was the best tour guild very knowledgeable and very nice. I highly recommend him. Use Viator all the time”

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