ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH
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Based on 216 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH worth booking?
ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH is a 5-hour experience in Kusadasi, Turkey, from $127 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 216 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (216)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $127 per person
Private Tour and NO HIDDEN COSTS . Entrance Fees are included in our Private Tour. During this guided tour of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, and Temple of Artemis with lunch, enjoy A/C transportation
What you get
About this experience
Private Tour and NO HIDDEN COSTS . Entrance Fees are included in our Private Tour. During this guided tour of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, and Temple of Artemis with lunch, enjoy A/C transportation
What's included
Included
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- ENTRANCE FEES ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the lines )
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
- Personal Tour guide for your family and friends
- Turkish LUNCH
Not included
- Drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Your private guide will meet you at Kusadasi port or hotel with a sign written “ Your Name “ on it, at pre-arranged time. After greetings, drive to Ephesus in around 25 minutes.
30 minutes here
Ephesus Ancient City
After greeting, we will have 20 mins drive to Ephesus area. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor. Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them The State Agora, Odeon, Memnius Monument, the Temple of Domitian, , Polio Fountain, Curetes Street, The Trajan Fountain, The Baths of Scholastica, Hadrian Temple, Latrina, Celcus Library, the gate of Mihridates and Mazues, Commercial Agora and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Ephesus Terrace Houses
Visit Terrace Houses in Ephesus with your tour guide. Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top. Terrace Houses : Not recommended for people who has walking difficulties and acro-phobia (fear of heights)
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Temple of Artemis
After Lunch stop at Artemission Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi town center and port. Drive back to Kusadasi town center and port.
15 minutes here
Kusadasi
Return back to Kusadasi after the tour. free time in city center or port
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Kusadasi Private Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully
- Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates
- There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates
- Private Tour and NO HIDDEN COSTS . Entrance Fees are included in our Private Tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 216 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
216 verified traveler reviews for ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great guide and driver.
Great guide, Orkan was friendly, well versed in his knowledge, and a delight to chat with! Adjusted to get us out of traffic but still showed us everything. Driver was great, vehicle was clean and spacious.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent tour guide
We took the All inclusive private Ephesus, Terrace houses tour with Curio Travels. Our guide NEJDET KAHRAMAN was very knowledgeable and informative, and we had a wonderful time. I would recommend this tour company.
via Tripadvisor
Innacurate Itinerary and Lackluster Tour
The driver got us to and from Ephesus safely, so I'll give two stars for that. Otherwise, I wish we hadn't booked this tour. The tour's itinerary is clear and touches only on historical areas, which is the reason we booked this specific Ephesus tour. Our guide told us that the stop for lunch was to be at a "quiet cooperative" because regular cafes are "too busy." Apparently, this is code for stopping for lunch inside a notorious tourist trap rug store. The guide herself shared the fairy tale about government sponsored rug-making to preserve Turkish culture and support women. She even begged us not to turn down the refreshments they offered us because it would be "inhospitable," when that's clearly just designed to make tourists feel obligated to buy. Once we got through the elaborate rug sales pitch -- over 30 minutes I can never get back -- and gave a firm 'no' on purchasing a rug, we were thankfully released to lunch and then back to the van. Then, our guide immediately tells us that the next stop is a pottery making facility -- another tourist trap not on the itinerary. When we told our guide that we didn't want to go there and would prefer to move along with our scheduled itinerary to the temple of Artemis, I was shocked at how she shut down. After seeing the Temple from afar, we took the 30 minute drive back to the port town. For those 30 minutes, our guide was on her phone the entire time, even while she was sitting in a van essentially face to face with us. At one point, she made an actual phone call and talked on the phone. I've never been on a tour where the guide didn't maximize even the transportation time by telling us interesting information about what we were seeing or the area in general. We resorted to looking up the information about the area around us on Google maps and asking Gemini. Otherwise, in Ephesis, our guide recited a well-prepared speech about the historical sights. Unfortunately, her actual knowledge of the history seemed limited. She seemed to struggle to answer questions, especially when the question touched on other related historical events. I wish my family had saved money and just taken a taxi to Ephesis and done the historical site on our own.
via Viator
Cem is a gem!
Cem (pronounced “gem”) was an excellent tour guide! He was friendly and knowledgeable. We visited Ephesus and toured the ancient city and terrace houses, which should not be missed! We added a stop at the House of the Virgin Mary, and Cem and the tour company were easy to work with in making the change to the itinerary. We also stopped at the Temple of Artemis and had lunch and a rug tour which was fascinating! We would definitely highly recommend this tour and specifically Cem!
via Viator
Wonderful day in Ephesus.
Cem was outstanding in telling stories and explaining the many wonderful sites of Ephesus. The program was long and intense but not at all too much. Also, the private tour through Viator was less expensive than the group tours from the ship that covered many less items. The terrace houses are great and are not to be missed.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $127 to $159
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 76
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kusadasi.
How much does ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH cost?
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Prices start at $127 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kusadasi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kusadasi is not rushed.
Is ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 216 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kusadasi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH?
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Around 76 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kusadasi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kusadasi and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus, Terrace Houses tour with LUNCH start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kusadasi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kusadasi?
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On Outty we rank every Kusadasi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with ENTRY TICKET+LUNCH, Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour, Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kusadasi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kusadasi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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