At the pick-up time arranged according to your cruise ship schedule, meet your guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port and begin your journey to the first sightseeing stop.

Ephesus is one of the best preserved classical cities in the Eastern Mediterranean and a true archaeological treasure. In the 1st century AD, it was the second-largest city in the world after Rome, with a population exceeding 250,000 people. Positioned at the heart of the ancient world, it served as a major gateway between East and West and developed into a powerful commercial hub thanks to its vast harbor. Beyond its economic importance, Ephesus is also known for its rich historical and cultural heritage. It was famously associated with Mark Antony and Cleopatra as a honeymoon destination and is home to the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Today, walking through its remarkably preserved streets offers a unique time travel experience, with iconic landmarks such as the Library of Celsus the third largest library of antiquity and the Grand Theatre, the largest Roman theatre in Asia Minor.

Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and played a major role in making Ephesus a highly visited pilgrimage center in antiquity. The temple was dedicated to the goddess Artemis and was renowned for its impressive scale and architectural grandeur. It originally featured 127 Ionic columns, each approximately 19 meters high, making it one of the most remarkable structures of its time. Beyond its religious importance, the Temple of Artemis is also often regarded as one of the earliest known financial centers, sometimes described as the “bank” of the ancient world due to its role in commerce and deposits.

At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to Kusadasi Cruise Port. We guarantee your timely return to Kusadasi Cruise Port.