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Private Ephesus Tour & Cooking Experience with locals

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover Ephesus with a cooking experience.

Walk along the colonnaded streets in Ephesus to get the feeling of what life was like in Roman times, and then drive to a village around Ephesus to take a cooking class with locals!

Travel back in time to explore the remarkable ancient city of Ephesus, the glory of an old civilization, and the interesting everyday life of the ancient people.

Take a deep dive into Mediterranean traditional cuisine with this Turkish cooking class. Connect with a local host and learn how to prepare a number of classic Turkish dishes in the kitchen, based on recipes passed down through the generations. Roll up your sleeves! Don't miss the chance to learn the secrets of our cuisine by preparing your own meal.

Learn it from a local,
Cook it with a local,
Enjoy it like a local.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Hands-on cooking class in a restaurant or local guesthouse
  • Ancient City of Ephesus
  • Terrace Houses
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Camikebir
Liman Cd. No:10, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

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Starbucks cafe of the port.

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Camikebir
Liman Cd. No:10, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Kusadasi (pass by)

Drive through the town of Kusadasi.
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Ancient City of Ephesus

The Odeon Hadrian Temple Latrina Ancient Stores Avenues The impressive Library of Celcus The Grand TheaterDiscover the delicacy of Romans in ancient times, their diet, and wines. Learn about the daily life of a family living in Ephesus 2000 years ago. Live a unique experience, and learn about Aegean gastronomy!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Çamlık

Leave the bustle of the city behind into the Ephesus countryside. Explore and learn Turkish cuisine recipes from locals, and get the chance of preparing your own Turkish meal. Then enjoy your meal under pine trees.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Selcuk

Old town of Selcuk is beautiful with its cute houses and historical landmarks from Byzantine and Turkish period with storks and local art workshops.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Ephesus Tour & Cooking Experience with locals?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
  • Hands-on cooking class in a restaurant or local guesthouse
  • Fuel and parking fees
  • Local and experienced tour guide with fluent English
  • Ancient City of Ephesus
  • Terrace Houses

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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