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KUŞADASI · TURKEY

15 Things To Do In Kuşadası

Kuşadası’s best days out.

The 15 most popular things to do around Kuşadası. Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary, the Pamukkale terraces, boat days on the Aegean and the bazaar back in town, all in one place.

15 Things To Do In Kuşadası

FOR CRUISERS: Skip The Lines PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR &On Time Return - House of the Virgin Mary: pilgrimage atmosphere, not just sightseeing
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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

Private Ephesus tour from Kusadasi port with the House of the Virgin Mary, Artemis ruins, and a guaranteed on-time return.

Most Popular 5.0

“Fatih, our tour guide to Ephesus was amazing. He was on time and very knowledgeable about the history of Ephesus. He also recommended that we view the Ephesus Experience - it was fantastic 3 dimensional visual experience. He also took us to an authentic Art Worship called Lotus, where we saw beautiful hand-made art made…”

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Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary's House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH - Ephesus Ancient City: your two-hour game plan
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Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary’s House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH

2.Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary’s House WITH TICKETS+LUNCH

Cruise-friendly small-group Ephesus tour with Mary’s House, included entry tickets (option), lunch, and on-time return from Kusadasi Port.

5.0

“We had a great tour with our Tour guide Onur. Onur was a very knowledgeable and amazing person. The trip which lasted over 5 hours was very informative; we learned about the culture, the architecture, the people and many more. Lunch was excellent as we got to taste Turkish delight and different dishes. The carpet…”

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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line - Meeting the Guide: How to Avoid the Port Chaos
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PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR FOR CRUISERS: On-time Return and Skip-Line

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

Private Ephesus cruise tour from Kusadasi with a licensed guide, guaranteed on-time return, and key stops at Ephesus and Mary’s House.

5.0

“This is the only way to see this spectacular ancient site. We were led by Ismail. He wads splendid and if you do this tour, be sure to ask for him. We were treated with dignity and respect. His wealth of knowledge made this visit come alive in the best of ways. Thanks to him,…”

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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour /GRP OPT - Meeting Your Guide at Kuşadası Port Without Losing Time
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PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary’s House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

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

Skip-the-line Ephesus plus Mary’s House on a cruise day with a licensed guide, A/C transport, and entrance fees included.

5.0

“We had a great tour with just the four of us. Our guide was very good and answered random questions about Turkey that our group asked. I have booked with Curio Travel before and would do so again!!”

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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return - Meeting at Kusadasi: the first 20 minutes that set your tone
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For Ship Guests:BEST SELLER EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR & On Time Return

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

Private cruise tour from Kusadasi to Ephesus highlights, Virgin Mary’s House, Artemis, and optional Terrace Houses with pickup and skip-line tickets.

5.0

“Hakan was waiting for us at the cruise terminal at the location described. No issues. He spoke excellent English. Ephesus was crowded but we moved right along at a pace comfortable for us. The guide was knowledgeable and easy to understand. We chose to purchase a combo ticket (done by credit card on-site so very…”

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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary's House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS - Ancient City of Ephesus: the walk that earns its reputation
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ALL INCLUDED: Ephesus Ruins, Mary’s House Tour incl ENTRY TICKETS

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

Cruise-friendly Ephesus, Mary’s House, and Artemis stop with port transfers and entry tickets, guided in English for a tight Kusadasi day.

5.0

“Josh our tour guide was knowledgeable and excellent. He knew how to avoid the crowds and planned our day to maximize our time in port. We highly recommend booking an excursion with him.”

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Price and value: the $15 tour cost vs. entrance-fee reality
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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

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

Private cruise-day tour in Kusadasi covering Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Mary’s House, with lunch and a carpet center stop.

5.0

“We had a great experience. Our tour guide Bihter is very knowledgeable and funny. She made sure that we were getting the information without overwhelming us. The lunch was delicious and everywhere she took us, she was there to help or answer questions. We had a great time!!”

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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary's House (Meryemana) and Ephesus - Getting From the Port to Ephesus Without Losing Your Morning
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PRIVATE TOUR FOR CRUISERS: Mary’s House (Meryemana) and Ephesus

Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS - Port pickup in Kuşadası: get your bearings fast
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Top-Rated: Ephesus & Artemis Tour for Cruisers WITH ENTRY TICKETS

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

Cruise-ready Ephesus and Artemis tour from Kuşadası with port pickup, relaxed pacing, local lunch, and entry tickets when selected.

5.0

“Seline was a wonderful guide. The sites we visited were amazing! She accommodated our needs perfectly. We were a group aged from 30-80. She was informative and interesting. This was well worth the trip.”

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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers - House of the Virgin Mary: pilgrimage, stories, and why it matters
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Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

10.Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

A 5-hour small-group cruise excursion from Kusadasi with skip-the-line Ephesus ruins, the House of the Virgin Mary, lunch, and Artemis.

4.8

“Our tour was fantastic! Our guide, Tas, was a wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable, considerate, and he has a great personality. One of my favorite excursions.”

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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH - Ephesus Ancient City: how to see the icons without getting lost
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SKIP-THE-LINE: Group & Private Ephesus Tour ENTRY FEE & LUNCH

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

Skip-the-line Ephesus from Kuşadası Port with A/C pickup, guided ruins plus Mary House, and a traditional carpet-village lunch in 4–6 hours.

5.0

“July 2025 This trip is worth booking! We had an amazing day in Kusadasi. Our guide Adam was fantastic. He was friendly, kind knowledgeable and his excitement was contagious. Ephesus was incredible. We went to a pottery shop where we took in the beautiful artwork- mustafa the master potter who’s family owns the shop even…”

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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE) - Meeting at Kusadasi: getting to the right door, fast
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All Inclusive Private Access Ephesus Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE)

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

Private Ephesus day from Kusadasi with skip-the-line access, a licensed English guide, included lunch, and Temple of Artemis viewing.

5.0

“A GREAT tour! Our guide Nagi was fantastic!! Very knowledgeable and flexible to our pace. We visited the main historical sites in Ephesus, House of Mary and also observed carpet weaving and pottery. A great day!”

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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch - Terrace Houses: Mosaics You’ll Remember, Plus the Stair Reality
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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch

13.ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary with lunch

Private, all-inclusive Ephesus day with licensed guide, skip-the-line tickets, House of the Virgin Mary, Turkish lunch, and quick Artemis stop.

5.0

“Ozzie was great. Vehicle great. Prompt and very informative. Sites were well worth a visit except the temple of Artemis which isn’t actually there … nothing to see. Super efficient. Watch out for the suggestion to visit a leather / weaving / pottery factory … it’s ok but not really necessary unless you really want…”

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Ephesus: Mary's House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch - Mary’s House: built over older foundations and why it’s a smart first stop
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Ephesus: Mary’s House Private & Group Tour with Ticket+Lunch

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

Cruise-day tour from Kusadasi to Mary’s House and Ephesus ruins with skip-the-line guidance, Turkish lunch, and Temple of Artemis.

4.8

“We had an amazing day all thanks to our guide Derya! She made sure we had the best experience possible by checking how busy it was and changing the itinerary so we could go at the quietest time possible. Derya was so bubbly and passionate it really added to our experience to have a guide…”

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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Mary, LUNCH, Entrances - The House of Mary: A Quiet Shrine Stop With Big Name Visits
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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Mary, LUNCH, Entrances

15.ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, House of Mary, LUNCH, Entrances

Private all-inclusive Ephesus day from Kusadasi Port with pre-paid entrances, expert guide, lunch, and smooth return before your ship leaves.

5.0

“Our tour was an amazing experience. Aleyna our guide was so enjoyable. Very knowledgeable, funny and sweet. This was honestly the best tour we did on our vacation. I would recommend Aleyna highly!”

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