From Kusadasi: Private Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers

Explore the ancient city of Ephesus on a private tour from Kusadasi. Visit St. John's Church, see the theater mentioned in the Bible, and enjoy a local lunch.
Begin your day with a warm welcome from your licensed local guide at the Kusadasi cruise terminal. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to Ephesus, one of the most significant cities of the early Christian world and a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site.

Explore the Commercial and State Agoras of Ephesus, which were not just marketplaces where people sold goods, but also places where meetings were held and the word of God was shared with people from all around the world. This is exactly why St. Paul chose to live in Ephesus for over two years.

With your guide, Ephesus will come alive, and many connections will be made between the Old and the New Testaments. See the only theater mentioned in the Bible here in Ephesus. After a couple of hours visiting Ephesus with your guide, it will no longer be just an ancient city to you, but the place where the history of Christianity started outside of Jerusalem.

In nearly every corner, from the inscriptions on the stones to the monumental buildings, there is much to discover on your Ephesus tour. To take a break before you continue your tour at St. John’s Church, enjoy a local lunch experience with local drinks.

St. John’s Church is located at a nearby location and was built on top of his tomb after he passed away when he was around 100 years old. Learn about remains from 3000 BC in Ephesus while looking at the site where one of the Wonders of the World, the Temple of Artemis, once stood. Your guide will also provide information about the rest of the churches that are located close to Ephesus.

At the conclusion of your private tour, your driver and guide will ensure a smooth and comfortable transfer back to the Kuşadası Cruise Port. With an 'On-Time Return to Ship' guarantee, your schedule is meticulously managed to ensure a stress-free and timely arrival at the pier, well before your ship’s departure.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.