Tours in Kusadasi

Your guide will meet you at the Kusadasi port with a sign with your name written on it. Then, you will be driven directly to the sites. First, you will visit ancient Ephesus, the best preserved classic city in the eastern Mediterranean and the largest open air museum in Turkey. Visit the Great Theatre, where St. Paul preached against the pagans and gladiators once engaged in battle. Originally holding 25,000 people, the face of the Library of Celsus, which has been remarkably restored, is probably the most photographed place in Ephesus. It was originally built in 115–125. You might also see the Odeon Temple, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian, Scholastica Baths, Marble Road, agora, and the Temple of Domitian. After lunch in a local Turkish restaurant, continue to the House of the Virgin Mary. Mary was brought to Ephesus by the apostle John after the resurrection of Christ and lived her final days here. After your tour, drive back to the departure point.

White Rock Travel holds an 'A' group licence with the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB) which means we can provide the full range of services for our customers.We are a Pamukkale and Ephesus Day Tours Specialist, however we also offer a range of small group tours of Turkey as well as tailor made tours for independent travellers and private groups. Collectively, our multi-lingual staff have over 35 years of experience in the Turkish tourism industry, and have helped thousands of travellers from all over the world make the most of their visit to Turkey. In particular, we have staff who speak fluent Chinese, French and Japanese. We work with only the best suppliers to ensure that our customers get top quality service, value for money, and that you don't have to worry about a thing. Our professional, experienced tour guides are all registered with the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and aim to ensure that you experience the "real" Turkey.

This half day tour takes in the House of the Virgin Mary and the ancient city of Ephesus which are two of the most important sites in Turkey. The House of the Virgin Mary is where the Blessed Virgin is alleged to have spent the last days of her life. Imagine life in Roman times in the ancient city of Ephesus where you will see the Magnesia Gate, Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, temple of Hadrian and the impressive library of Celsus. The tour will finish with a refreshment break at Ephesus Theme Park before going back to Kusadasi for a short carpet demonstration. Those who prefer can go directly to the ship close by.

* Hot springs of Hierapolis, * One of Turkey’s most unique sites * Marvel at the unreal landscape created by calcium-rich waters * The ruins at Hierapolis. All those beauties are in the same place. Make your day amazing.

Get ready for an unforgettable journey through history and culture on our exciting tour of Ephesus Ancient City, Mary's House, the Temple of Artemis, and Selçuk’s vibrant leather market! Begin by stepping back in time as you explore the stunning ruins of Ephesus, then visit the serene House of the Virgin Mary, nestled on Mount Koressos & finally marvel at the remains of the magnificent Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Top off your adventure with a shopping experience in Selçuk, where you’ll find top-quality leather goods crafted by skilled artisans. This tour is a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and shopping – an experience you won’t want to miss!

Our tour service is all inclusive. No additional fee. This is private group organisation. ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. We highly recommend for our guests to meet with your guide after 30/40 minutes your ship arrived to port to beat crowds and hot weather in the afternoon, this will be advantage for our guest to have better timing and also to have better tour in Ephesus before crowds start. Some advantages of our Private tours; gain time at port , you don’t need to wait group bus tours and also at Ephesus gate you will wait for line and rest of group you need to wait because they will use wc, for big bus tours this is waste of time. Private group you will have independent Schedule and you don’t need to wait for others, with your Professional local guide you will decide where to stop for best photo and listening information about Ephesus ancient city. In our private tours you do not definitely waste time or do not wait for a long time to get tickets or visit ruins or museums.

• PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE • GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) • FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS • LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT • REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES . Ephesus is the largest open-air museum in Turkey and one of the largest in the world, planning a visit to the famous ruins takes serious time. Cruise passengers have a limited time in Kusadasi and in your limited time, you can settle back & relax while our team handles all arrangements for you. Explore the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, TERRACE HOUSES OF EPHESUS, BASILICA OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.

Step off your cruise ship and into a world of color, craft, and culture. This relaxed, personalized walking tour of Kusadasi’s old town connects you with trusted local artisans. Whether you're seeking Turkish carpets, handmade ceramics, fine leather, gold jewelry, or unique spices, you'll visit carefully selected boutiques and workshops with a friendly, English-speaking guide. You’ll see how items are made, hear the stories behind them, and meet the people who make them. There’s absolutely no pressure to buy — but if you do, you’ll enjoy cruise passenger discounts, free shipping, and optional custom designs. Designed for cruise guests, this tour is short, easy-paced, and rich in local charm — a true insider shopping experience.

Do you have a need for speed? If so, the Kusadasi Quad Safari Tour is the perfect adventure for you. This tour takes you on an exhilarating quad biking experience from a pine forest to the stunning Pamucak Beach. Strap on your helmet and rev up your quad bike as you explore the sandy terrains and lush forests of Kusadasi. Adventure enthusiasts from around the world flock to Kusadasi for its exciting activities, and quad biking is definitely a must-try. Experience the thrill of speeding through the picturesque landscapes while enjoying the freedom and excitement that quad biking offers.

• GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT / • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) / • FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS / • PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE / • LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT / • REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS / • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES / . Ephesus is the largest open-air museum of Turkey and one of the largest of the world, planning a visit to the famous ruins takes serious time. Cruise passengers have a limited time in Kusadasi and in your limited time, you can settle back & relax while our team handles all arrangements for you. Explore the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, THE HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY, TERRACE HOUSES OF EPHESUS, LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.

Enjoy in a 90 minute horse riding experience, an authentic village life while you ride through the pine forest and the olive groves nearby. Kusadasi horse safari will be an unforgettable experience

At the beginning of everything I would like to mention you can customize this tour according to your wishes. We will start the tour with the beautiful view of Kusadasi and start driving to The House of Virgin Marry, which is known as where Mother Marry spend her last years before she passed away. After the brief informations you will be given enough time to pray and use facilities. After visiting The House of Mother Marry second visiting place will be Ephesus Ancient city. With its spectacular view and breathtaking history you will learn from our guides, we are sure you will be amazed your every single minute you will spend there. After the Ephesus, it will be lunch time and resting time for you. After enjoying the Turkish Cuisine; another visiting place will be The Temple of Artemis. It was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Unfortunatelly there is only one single pillar left to see but being over there seeing the archeological area and learning the history is worthed.

PRIVATE GUIDE and A/C MERCEDES VAN FOR YOUR GROUP.  YOU DECIDE WHERE TO GO. You do not have to decide on your program during booking Your private tour guide and driver will meet you at at Your hotel Lobby or Kusadasi port with your name sign. Please let us know requested pick up time. After greeting, we will drive to Ephesus . You may visit all historical sites, including Ephesus Ancient city, Terrace Houses, Artemission Temple, Basilica of St. John, Selcuk Museum, Sirince Village, Isa bey Mosque, Seven Sleepers or the ones you want to see. You can plan your day with your professional tour guide on the day of arrival. You will have personalized service up to nine hours. You may stop for a traditional Turkish lunch in a local restaurant. You may return back to Kusadasi port.

You do not come here everyday. So, do not lose this opportunity that may come once in your life time. This is a big chance for you to discover fascinating Archaeological Site of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, House of Mary, have an unforgettable shopping experience of bargaining in the local factories and shops. Please keep in your mind that there is no obligation and pressure to buy something. Just enjoy your funny day, watch the carpet weavers / girls from villages, or try to make a pottery by clay, or be the modal of the day in leather jacket factory.  This private tour is a good example of how guided tours should be done, with well prepared guides, who know and love their country and ready to answer all your questions. We ensure great value for money.    AS YOUR PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE, WE CAN ADJUST THE SCHEDULE, DURATION AND ACTIVITIES TO MEET YOUR NEED, CHOOSE THE SPOTS YOU DID / DID NOT WANT TO GO. THIS TOUR FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY.

Step into the ancient world with your private luxury tour of Ephesus and the legendary Temple of Artemis—two of Turkey’s most iconic historical treasures—departing exclusively from Kusadasi Port. Enjoy the comfort of your own private driver and vehicle, plus fast-track entry to Ephesus so you skip the crowds and spend more time exploring. Walk the same marble streets once graced by Roman senators, admire the grandeur of the Celsus Library, and envision the scale of the ancient theatre where 25,000 citizens once gathered. Your journey continues to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, where history whispers from every stone. This is a fully private experience, tailored to your pace—perfect for travelers who value comfort, flexibility, and personal attention. Secure your private spot today and make your Ephesus dream a reality.

First, we will visit Ephesus, the second-largest city in the ancient world. The ancient city of Ephesus has been the most important city in this region for 3000 years. Then we will drive to Kuşadas International Golf Club, which has PGA certification. The duration of the golf tour could be changed because of the 9 or 18 holes at this golf club. Kuşadası International Golf Club has PGA standard certification, and it is one of the most difficult and enjoyable in Europe. (9 holes around 120 minutes; 18 holes around 240 minutes).

This tour is designed entirely around you. Whether you're eager to explore the grandeur of Ephesus, walk in the footsteps of saints at the House of the Virgin Mary, admire the columns of the Temple of Artemis, or dive deeper into history at the Ephesus Archaeology Museum or Basilica of St. John, Sirince Village the choice is yours. You can also enhance your day with cultural touches—such as: A traditional Turkish rug demonstration A visit to a renowned leather outlet showcasing high-quality lamb leather goods A Visit to Ceramic Workshop, your guide will adjust the pace and order based on your cruise schedule to ensure you’re comfortably back at port well before departure time. No rigid itineraries. No crowded buses. Just your interests, your timing, and your private guide bringing Ephesus and its surroundings to life.

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and you will arrive to the port where the boat leaves. You get on the boat and start to sail untill first bay where is around National Park. During the day, there are 3 different stops and different bays. At the first bay, you stay approximately 2 hours and you get lunch on the boat. After, we arrive the second beach which is opposite the Greek Samos Island. You can spend one and half an hour here. You have a chance for swimming and snorkeling. The last stop is an hour at the last bay then, we go back to the port again. In the end of tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.

The boat unberths from the port around 10.00 am and the tour starts! The boat is designed as gulet and if you wish can do sunbath on the top deck or enjoy the crystal clear bays on the bottom deck. During the stops at the crystal clear powder sand beaches of Aegean Coast let the sea freshen you up. Join the dance parties and happy hours or you can chill on the top deck. Furthermore, while you are drinking and enjoying the moment you do not need to think about your needs because they already been thought. On the boat, there are clean toilets for both ladies and gentlemen and places for a shower with fresh water. While you enjoy the moment our master chefs will be in a rush to appease your hunger with delicious open buffet. Tour ends approx 16.00 and you will be transferred back to your hotel with unforgettable memories.

Relish less stress with this convenient and private Izmir arrival transfer. We have a wide range of vehicles in our fleet to accommodate all type of travellers. For individual transfer, we offer saloon type vehicles. For your group transfer, we offer Minivans and Minibuses. Once you arrive at the airport, a member of our team will be waiting at the arrivals hall. Then, you will take a leisurely ride directly to your Izmir hotel avoiding any hassles. Available from Milas Izmir Airport to surrounding area’s. Stress-free meet-and-greet arrival in Izmir. Private door-door transfer between Izmir Airport and your centrally located Izmir hotel. Comfortable seats with generous leg room, air conditioning, and luggage storage. Enjoy smooth, friendly and hassle-free transfer service Meet and greet by a professional staff and drivers. Private transfers operate 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Explore the stunning archaeology of Pamukkale on this small-group guided full day tour from Kusadasi. During your visit to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll along the white travertine rock plateaus and hear about the site’s geology. Gaze over Pamukkale to towards the ancient city of Hierapolis and learn about its history as you discover its fascinating ruins. Also, enjoy a cleansing soak in Hierapolis’ natural springs and pools. This small-group tour in Pamukkale is limited to 14 people, creating a more personalized experience with your guide. *Full-day trip from Kusadasi to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pamukkale in Denizli Province *See Pamukkale’s bright white travertine terraces with your guide *Take a dip in the naturally formed spa pools in the ancient city of Hierapolis *Stroll around the ruins of Hierapolis and see its intriguing necropolis and vast Roman theater *Hotel pickup and drop-off by luxury air-conditioned coach *Small-group tour with a maximum of 14 people

Ephesus is an ancient Greek and Roman city located in present-day western Turkey, near the town of Selçuk. It was one of the most important cities of the ancient world, known for its grand architecture, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Artemis—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. As a major center of trade, culture, and early Christianity, Ephesus offers a remarkable glimpse into the life of a once-thriving ancient civilization.

Explore the stunning ancient sites in Didim as you embark on a journey to visit the three main sites in the area. From the stunning ancient city of Priene which features some of the best examples of original Greek architectures, to the birth place of the pioneer of Greek Philosophy in Miletus & last but not least the great Temple of Apollo where tales of the great oracles continue to be told even today.

• Reach the timeless city of Ephesus where history and archaeology will offer you their majesty with incredible richness. You will pursue the traces of the glorious past of Ephesus walking on the Marble Road that runs through the city with various structures resting on it: Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, Great Theater of Ephesus. Proceed the tour with Temple of Artemis that was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The temple was built in 6th century BC and was known to have been the very first building ever-built entirely of marble. It had 127 Ionic pillars with the famous Ionic proportion and was rebuilt by Alexander the Great right after he took over the control of the city from the Persians.