PRIVATE & GROUP: EPHESUS TOUR with Wine Tasting (SKIP-THE-LINE)
Overview
The "SKIP-THE-LINE: Private EPHESUS & Wine Tasting Tour" is a luxurious and well-curated experience that combines cultural exploration with indulgent wine tasting in one of Turkey's most historically rich regions.
SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Pick up and drop off from Kusadasi Port, Lunch in a local restaurant, Transportation.
This is a Best Seller Ephesus tour with an expert local guide and gives you an opportunity to choose SMALL GROUP or PRIVATE TOUR options.
Visit Ancient Ephesus; walk on the ancient roads where Mother Mary, St. John, and St. Paul walked, see the monuments such as the Great Theater, Celsus Library, Trajan Fountain, Odeon Temple, and more, See Terrace Houses where rich Ephesians used to live, Visit Mary House; where she spent her final days, Sirince Village, famous with wines. Learn history about early Christians and Romans from your local guide, and take a photo from the best photoshoot points.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line access to Ephesus
- Fully A/C private van
- Wine tasting at Sirince Village
- Car park fees and local taxes
- Professional licensed expert tour guide
- Entrance fee of Ephesus
- Entrance fee of Virgin Mary's House
Meeting and Pickup
FOR CRUISE GUESTS / We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds.THIS TOUR IS FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR AND CHECK OUR OTHER TOUR OPTIONS⛔️ GROUP TOURS force you to follow fixed schedules and visit places based on their timing, regardless of your interests! You’re stuck with fast and slow travelers alike, having to keep up with the group. Plus, you have to pay all ENTRY FEES IN ADVANCE, whether you're interested in the sites or not. Why pay for places you don't want to visit and feel obligated to go just because you paid? ⛔️⚠️ Our PRIVATE TOURS give you the flexibility you need. Entry fees are not included, so you only pay for the places that genuinely interest you. In the morning, we discuss your interests and tailor the itinerary accordingly. ⚠️✳️ With our PRIVATE TOURS, you have complete control, visiting only the places you want to see. Would you rather spend your day WAITING FOR OTHER TRAVELERS and FOLLOWING A FIXED ITINERARY, or ENJOY A PRIVATE TOUR CUSTOMIZED JUST FOR YOUR FAMILY? The choice is yours! ✳️FOR CRUISE GUESTSWe recommend meeting at the port 30 to 45 minutes after your ship docks. This will help you avoid crowds, school buses, and the afternoon heat. Starting early ensures a more enjoyable tour of Ephesus.WE GUARANTEE TO RETURN YOU TO YOUR SHIP ON TIME.Advantages of Our Private Tours Compared to Group Bus ToursVisiting Ephesus might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Make the most of it without missing out.In large groups, if someone falls ill or has an accident, the entire tour may be delayed as the guide attends to them. This can disrupt your experience, especially if it's your only day in Turkey.Large group tours adhere to a strict schedule. With a private tour, you have the flexibility to choose what you want to see and when, allowing for a personalized experience.Group tours often skip fascinating details due to time constraints and the difficulty of managing large crowds.In private tours, you won't be held up by others taking pictures or lagging behind. The pace is set according to your preferences.Hearing the guide in large groups can be challenging, and keeping up with the group's pace may be difficult. In a private tour, these issues are eliminated.Private tours eliminate long waits in lines for tickets or entry to sites, as your guide will have everything prepared in advance.Enjoy the comfort of a private Mercedes van and the full attention of an expert local guide, without having to share with a large group.Stores to visit: Carpet Weaving Village Leather Factory
What To Expect
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Kuşadası Port
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Golden Fringe
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Sirince Koyu
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kuşadası Port
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- GUARANTEED RETURN ON TIME TO CRUISE
- Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary Entrance Fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- Skip-the-line access to Ephesus.
- Fully A/C private van.
- Wine tasting at Sirince Village.
- Car park fees and local taxes.
- Professional licensed expert tour guide.
- Entrance fee of Ephesus.
- Entrance fee of Virgin Mary's House.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the PRIVATE & GROUP: EPHESUS TOUR with Wine Tasting (SKIP-THE-LINE) is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for PRIVATE & GROUP: EPHESUS TOUR with Wine Tasting (SKIP-THE-LINE) 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
- Skip-the-line access to Ephesus
- Fully A/C private van
- Wine tasting at Sirince Village
- Car park fees and local taxes
- Professional licensed expert tour guide
- Entrance fee of Ephesus
- Entrance fee of Virgin Mary's House
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- GUARANTEED RETURN ON TIME TO CRUISE
- Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary Entrance Fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
