- Private transportation by luxurious minivans for Ephesus tour.
- Return tram tickets for Istanbul tour.
- English Speaking tour guides
Highlights of İstanbul & Ephesus City
Explore Ephesus city & the historical Istanbul
This tour is a combination of Ephesus' and Istanbul's main historical sights for cruise passengers. If your cruise ship docks at Ephesus and İstanbul ports, you can choose this tour.
In Istanbul, you’ll listen about Constantinople of Byzantium, the Ottomans, and the conquest of Constantinople, the famous cathedral of Hagia Sophia.
In Ephesus, you'll listen to more about Romans and archeology, the daily life of Romans, Christianity as a new religion over Paganism, Mother Mary, and St. John the apostle in Ephesus.
Guaranteed return to the port 45 minutes prior to your onboard time!
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Ages: 8-85
Duration: 2 days
FROM €139
- What's Included
- What's Excluded
- Lunch at local restaurants
- Gratuities for your tour guide and driver
- Admission tickets for the historical sites that mentioned.
- Accessibility
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Infants must sit on laps.
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below:
00 90 554 636 60 92
- Additional Information
- Most travelers can participate.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate. You can invite your friends for this tour.
- A modest outfit is recommended for the House of Mary visit.
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes-clothes.
- A hat and umbrella are recommended for hot summer days.
- FAQ
*Will I need cash for this tour?
Not really. You may need some cash for tipping your tour guide maybe.
*Do we have to carry Turkish Lira for museum tickets?
No. Your local guide will be holding our museum card to skip the lines. You'll pay him/her in Eruo/USD cash.
*Can I include Topkapi Palace in the Istanbul tour?
Sure you can. But admission fees for Topkapi Palace affect the tour price.
*Can we have lunch while the tour?
Yes, if time permits with the boarding time of your ship, you can try traditional Turkish courses.
*Can we pay the restaurant bill by credit card?
Yes, almost all restaurants accept Visa/Mastercard in Turkey.
*Can I pay by credit card?
Yes, you can make the tour payment at the port to our staff. We accept visa/MasterCard.
*What's the tipping amount for the tour guide, driver, and restaurant in Turkey?
We recommend €25-50 gratuities for the drivers and local guides. The average tipping amount for local restaurants is 15% of the bill.
ITINERARY
Ephesus Tour
Walking tour in the ancient city of Ephesus.
See the Odeon, Hadrian Temple, Latrina, ancient stores, Library of Celcus, grand theater. (2 hours)
Drive up to Mt. Panaghia and visit House of Mary. (1 hour)
Istanbul Tour
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque (2 hours)
Topkapi Palace (2 hours)
Grand bazaar (1,5 hour)
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