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When your ship is in Kusadasi, combine a visit to Ephesus with lunch and wine tastings on this private shore excursion. Traveling by private minivan, drive to the ruins of Greco-Roman Ephesus and tour its highlights, including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater. Afterward, slow the pace with  lunch, and an estate tour and wine tastings at an acclaimed winery. Entrance fees, lunch, wine tastings, and port pickup and drop-off included.

Ephesus is one of Turkey’s most impressive ancient sites, but many tours only include a whistle-stop visit. This full-day tour from Kusadasi takes in all the highlights of the archeological site; visits St. John Basilica, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary; and includes a delicious Turkish lunch and wine tasting in Sirince village. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Leave the modern streets of Kusadasi behind and discover the ancient city of Ephesus on a private 6-hour tour. The flexible itinerary allows you to take your time and only visit the locations that interest you. With private transportation at your disposal, you’re able to zip from place to place comfortably and efficiently. Your tour may also include visits to the House of the Virgin Mary and Artemis Temple.

Visit the Ancient City of Ephesus alongside a private guide on a full-day tour from Kusadasi with lunch and a wine tasting at a local vineyard. Step into the world of ancient Greeks and Romans as you see Ephesus’ top sites, from the Library of Celsus to thermal baths, the Odeon, and the imposing Forum, then learn about Turkish wines on a sprawling estate. This 7-hour Ephesus tour includes pickup and drop-off in Kusadasi, lunch, a wine tasting, and entrance fees at the Ancient City of Ephesus.

Spend a languorous day swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing on a boat tour from Kusadasi. Following hotel pickup, hop aboard your vessel and settle in. Over the course of the day, you can sunbathe on deck, paddle in the turquoise waters, and relax at your leisure. The boat will make several stops at different inlets (including Baradan Bay, Soguksu Bay, and more), and has snorkeling gear available on board. A freshly cooked barbecue lunch and a fully stocked bar are also included.

Discover the charming village of Sirince on a private 7-hour tour from Kusadasi. The shore excursion is perfect for travelers who want to bypass the busy port city and dive into the heart of Turkish culture. Air-conditioned transportation takes you and your private guide to the Aegean village. Taste local fruit wine, visit a tiny mosque in Kirazli Koy, and feast on a traditional Turkish lunch.

Combine ancient history and Turkish wine on a full-day, private tour of Ephesus from Kusadasi for your group of up to 12 people. Visit the Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore ruined temples, baths, a well-preserved library, and an expansive amphitheater. Continue to a countryside winery for a guided wine tasting of locally-produced bottles, with the option to learn about Turkey's traditional carpets. This 7-hour tour is priced per vehicle, and includes pickup and drop-off at your Kusadasi hotel or cruise port.

This is a great private tour where you can visit the world-renowned Ephesus before going on to a winery where you get to sample some exceptional wines all with your own guide.

Embark on a unique pilgrimage to the ancient ruins of Sardis on this full-day private Jewish Heritage tour from Kusadasi, including lunch and hotel transfers. Explore the remains of the Lydian capital, once home to one of St John’s Seven Churches of Asia, then view its striking Roman synagogue. Next, journey to nearby Izmir to wander around the Jewish quarters of Karataş and Kemeraltı, stopping to admire the many synagogues and landmark Asansör.

Take a step back in time on this excursion to the Half Day tour Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House Visit Ephesus ancient city  House of Virgin Mary

If there is a place called heaven on earth, Sirince must be a part of paradise. Dido Sotiroyo, one of the famous Greek writer who was born in this village but had to leave at the age of seven after the exchange agreement in 1925, says these words about Sirince. Road to the village through olive and tangerine trees decorated with old Greek houses at the end of winding road and delicious scent of home made wine of grapes welcomes you as a surprise in the beginning of your journey. Both sightseers and self-caterers will enjoy this lively weekend market very close to Ancient City of Ephesus. Like the smaller to the northeast, it offer fruits, veg and cheeses from village farms in the surrounding area.

Kusadasi is one of the Turkish Mediterranean's most popular cruise ship ports, and this city is not only about sun and sea. It is also a great historical character and history. We offer you to take a full-day guided tour to see all treasures of this place.

UNESCO listed place; The ancient city of Ephesus (Ephesos) takes you on an unforgettable journey through history; etched on minds as the home of the Blessed Virgin Mary, stretching back to the Neolithic period and inhabited in the greatest period of the Roman Empire. This ancient city was valued for a long time as a harbour town, and due to the excavations which have uncovered new sections and artefacts every year, the city continues to surprise its visitors and to maintain its historical value. Many famous classical philosophers, who are still read today, such as Heraclitus, lived in the scientific, artistic and cultural city of Ephesus. Both sightseers and self-caterers will enjoy this lively weekend Selcuk market very close to Ancient City of Ephesus. Like the smaller to the northeast, it offer fruits, veg and cheeses from village farms in the surrounding area.

Explore the ancient ruins and religious sites of Ephesus on a full-day, small group tour with lunch and an experienced guide. Follow the trail of the Virgin Mary to her mountainside house, then trace a route through the ancient city’s ruins, temples, theatre and the great Celsus Library. See an iconic mosque made of brick, marble and tiles, then see the ruined foundations of the Temple of Artemis, once a Wonder of the Ancient World.

After a brief explanation of the dishes and their origins, we cook for 2 to 3 hours and then enjoy lunch or dinner with some local wine. We work as a group but you will be involved in each vital step of the preparation process, in the end you should be able to recreate the same dishes at home. We are happy to adapt to food restrictions if you are vegetarian, gluten lactose intolerant or have any other allergies, just let us know at the time of reservation and we will accommodate to the extent possible. For those interested in more than one class we have

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