Private Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers Only
Overview
Your journey begins with a seamless pick-up from Kuşadası Port, taking you to the iconic Ephesus Ancient City, where the remarkably preserved ruins offer a window into the past.
Beyond its historical wonders, this tour features three curated cultural stops, blending traditional craftsmanship with shopping:
Pottery Workshop: Watch skilled artisans bring clay to life as they demonstrate the timeless art of pottery making.
Carpet Village: Delve into the intricate world of traditional Turkish carpets, exploring their craftsmanship and cultural significance while enjoying a delicious local lunch.
Leather Store: Browse an impressive collection of high-quality leather goods, celebrated for their superior design and craftsmanship.
After a day rich in history, culture, and shopping, you’ll return comfortably to Kuşadası Port.
Important Note: This is a shopping-focused tour, and visits to the Pottery Workshop, Leather Factory, and Rug Weaving Course are key highlights of the itinerary.
What's Included
- LUNCH IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, Enjoy a peaceful meal with authentic flavors in a serene rural setting.
- GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN, ensuring cruise passengers return on time for their departure schedule.
- PARKING FEES, all parking fees are included in the tour price, for your convenience
- PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences
- PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
- CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as detailed in the itinerary.
- PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture
- TO SKIP TICKET LINES, ask your guide to arrange tickets; pay the fee in cash to your guide.
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance Fees to the Museums and any Sites
- Beverages During Lunch
- Ephesus
- Gratuities fro the guide and the driver
Meeting and Pickup
MEETING POINT: Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise passengers ---------------------------------- This tour is exclusively designed for cruise passengers, ensuring a tailored experience for those arriving at Kuşadası Cruise Port. Please note that bookings from hotel guests cannot be accommodated, as this tour is specifically curated to meet the needs and schedules of cruise travelers. ---------------------------------- EXLUSIVE PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOUR PARTY ONLY - NO SHARING WITH OTHER GROUPS! ---------------------------------- Enjoy a personalized journey tailored to your party. Want to make it even more enjoyable? Invite friends or cruise travelers to join and explore Ephesus together on your terms with flexibility and comfort. ---------------------------------- FOR CRUISE GUEST! ---------------------------------- We highly recommend meeting at the port approximately 30 minutes after your ship docks to avoid crowds, and the afternoon heat. Meeting early ensures a more enjoyable and relaxed tour of Ephesus. ---------------------------------- WE GUARANTEE ON-TIME RETURN TO YOUR SHIP. ---------------------------------- ADVANTAGES OF PRIVATE TOURS OVER GROUP OR BUS TOURS ---------------------------------- A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPURTUNITY: Your visit to Ephesus may be a unique experience. A private tour allows you to make the most of it with a personalized itinerary. ---------------------------------- FLEXIBLE AND PERSONALIZED SCHEDULE: Unlike group tours, private tours give you full control over what to see, when to start, and when to conclude. You set the pace, ensuring a tour tailored to your interests. ---------------------------------- DEDICATED ATTENTION: In private tours, the guide focuses entirely on you and your group, ensuring you don’t miss any fascinating details or key highlights. ---------------------------------- NO WAITING OR DELAYS: You won’t have to wait for large groups to gather or stop for unforeseen situations. Private tours keep the experience seamless and efficient. ---------------------------------- EXCLUSIVE COMFORT: Enjoy your own Van and expert local tour guide without the need to share with others. ---------------------------------- HASSLE-FREE EXPERIENCE: Your guide will handle tickets and entry arrangements, saving you time and effort while you focus on enjoying the ruins and museums. ---------------------------------- OPTIMAL LEARNING AND INTERACTION: Private tours provide better opportunities to ask questions, hear the guide clearly, and engage deeply with the history and culture of Ephesus.
What To Expect
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Kusadasi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi Castle (pass by)
Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (pass by)
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Anadolu Rug
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Populer Leather
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Celsus Ceramic
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Optimize Your Cruise Tour Experience – Meet Your Guide at the Perfect Time! For CRUISE GUEST, we recommend meeting your guide at the port promptly for a seamless and enjoyable tour. If your ship arrives before 7:00 AM, plan to meet at 7:45 AM. For later arrivals, aim to meet 30–45 minutes after docking. This ideal timing helps you avoid crowds from other cruise ships, escape the midday heat, and enjoy your tour comfortably, as much of it takes place in open areas. Start your Tour stress-free and make the most of your visit!
- After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- LUNCH IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, Enjoy a peaceful meal with authentic flavors in a serene rural setting.
- GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN, ensuring cruise passengers return on time for their departure schedule.
- PARKING FEES, all parking fees are included in the tour price, for your convenience.
- PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences.
- PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
- CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as detailed in the itinerary.
- PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture.
- TO SKIP TICKET LINES, ask your guide to arrange tickets; pay the fee in cash to your guide.
- Personal Expenses.
- Entrance Fees to the Museums and any Sites.
- Beverages During Lunch.
- Ephesus.
- Gratuities fro the guide and the driver.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers Only is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Ephesus and Shopping Tour for Cruisers Only will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LUNCH IN THE COUNTRYSIDE, Enjoy a peaceful meal with authentic flavors in a serene rural setting.
- GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN, ensuring cruise passengers return on time for their departure schedule.
- PARKING FEES, all parking fees are included in the tour price, for your convenience
- PRIVATE TOUR, ensures a more personalized and exclusive experience tailored to your preferences
- PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION, travel with separate driver in an air-conditioned, non-smoking van.
- CRUISE PORT / HOTEL PICK-UP & DROP-OFF, convenient service as detailed in the itinerary.
- PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE, Authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture
- TO SKIP TICKET LINES, ask your guide to arrange tickets; pay the fee in cash to your guide.
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance Fees to the Museums and any Sites
- Beverages During Lunch
- Ephesus
- Gratuities fro the guide and the driver
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Optimize Your Cruise Tour Experience – Meet Your Guide at the Perfect Time! For CRUISE GUEST, we recommend meeting your guide at the port promptly for a seamless and enjoyable tour. If your ship arrives before 7:00 AM, plan to meet at 7:45 AM. For later arrivals, aim to meet 30–45 minutes after docking. This ideal timing helps you avoid crowds from other cruise ships, escape the midday heat, and enjoy your tour comfortably, as much of it takes place in open areas. Start your Tour stress-free and make the most of your visit!
- After booking your tour, please contact our team to confirm and arrange your meeting time by providing your cruise ship name and arrival & on-board times. This information will help us suggest the best timing for your tour. If you encounter any difficulties finding a suitable time option, we will gladly assist you to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
