Top Kusadasi Archaeology Tours

Harken the days of biblical times during this full-day small-group tour of Ephesus from Kusadasi. Your knowledgable local guide will first take you to the historic Basilica of St. John, where the disciple wrote his famous gospel. Next you will visit the ancient city of Ephesus, once the greatest city in the Roman Empire and home to the Library of Celcius, Temple of Hadrian and the Odeon. After spending time exploring at your own pace you’ll travel to the House of the Virgin Mary, where the famous biblical figure is thought to have lived before she died. Don’t miss this opportunity to see some of the most ancient sites in all of Asia and learn about the region’s important history and culture.

Journey back to ancient Rome on this half-day shore excursion to Ephesus from Kusadasi. Marvel over the magnificent ruins of Ephesus, including the Grand Theater, Temple of Hadrian, and the Library of Celsus, then explore the Terrace Houses, where the city’s wealthiest residents once lived. That’s not all: you also visit the House of Virgin Mary, where Mary allegedly spent her last days, and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Combine visits to some of Turkey's most important highlights in this 8-hour guided shore excursion from Kusadasi. With a dedicated guide, visit Ephesus (Efeze), St. Mary's House, the Terrace Houses, and St. John's Basilica. This private shore excursion ensures personalized attention from your guide and includes lunch in a local restaurant.

Travel back to Ancient Greek and Roman times as you explore the ruins of UNESCO-listed Ephesus, make a pilgrimage to the House of Virgin Mary and view the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This all-inclusive private day tour includes round-trip air-conditioned transport from Kusadasi, lunch, and admission fees, plus a guided walking tour of Ephesus, including the Great Theater, Odeon, Celsius library and an optional visit to the Terrace Houses.

Get a dose of ancient history during this 4-hour tour of Ephesus. Your local guide will introduce you to what was once the greatest city in the Roman Empire and stop at famous sites such as the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celcius and the Odeon. After exploring the ancient city you’ll head to the House of the Virgin Mary, which is believed to be where the biblical heroine lived before she died. Your guide will inform you about the years of the Roman Empire and other essential periods in Turkish history.

Enjoy a rush of adrenaline in the countryside on this full-day tour. Depart from your Kusadasi hotel and head out in a jeep with a driver-guide. Explore Peninsula National Park and Echo Canyon. Go for a dip in the Cave of Zeus and pause for a barbecue lunch in the forest.

When your ship is in Kusadasi, combine a visit to Ephesus with lunch and wine tastings on this private shore excursion. Traveling by private minivan, drive to the ruins of Greco-Roman Ephesus and tour its highlights, including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater. Afterward, slow the pace with  lunch, and an estate tour and wine tastings at an acclaimed winery. Entrance fees, lunch, wine tastings, and port pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy an up-close experience of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast when you sign up for this full-day sailing tour. Following shuttle pickup directly from your Kusadasi hotel, travel to the port and climb aboard. You’ll spend the day trawling the vivid waters, will stop in three different bays for swimming and snorkeling, will enjoy a traditional Turkish buffet lunch, and otherwise soak up the tranquil atmosphere.

Take to the golden sands of Pamucak Beach on the back of a roaring all-terrain quad bike on this nature tour with a twist. Tear through the dunes and woodlands north of Kusadasi for 1 hour and 30 minutes, seeing all sorts of views with your fellow quad-bikers. Each adventure only has a handful of bikes available so if you want to experience the thrill of riding around the Turkish Riviera on one, make sure to book in advance.

Travel with your own private guide from your cruise ship dock in Kusadasi to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Byzantine Empire and ancient Rome as you walk through the well-preserved ruins, then pass by the Temple of Artemis ruins, another important site. Your tour includes lunch, and round-trip transportation from the Kusadasi port.

Visit three unique and beautiful ancient sites of Roman time. Each city will charm you with its spectacular views. In Priene you are going to overlook an endless field. Priene with Miletos are very first examples of modern city planning. Lunch will be in a local restaurant. After lunch; in Didyma, Medussa will charm you with her mystic look. Feel the history under your feet.

Enjoy a traditional Turkish hamam experience in Kusadasi. Begin in the Sicaklik or hot room, where you let your muscles relax with the heat. Then soak in warm water before lying down on a warm slab of marble, where you have an expert soap massage and exfoliation. Next sit in the Sogukluk or cool room wrapped in towels and the traditional Peshtamel or Turkish towel. You can opt for an additional oil massage and purchase a peshtamel as a souvenir. feel rejuvenated and relaxed as you return to your hotel.

Ride a horse through the forest and along Pamucak Beach on a half-day horseback riding excursion that includes pickup and drop-off in Kusadasi and selected locations. Beginning riders are welcome on this family-friendly horse safari, with one hour and 20 minutes of total riding time, and a break to swim and sunbathe on Pamucak Beach.

Discover the important history of Turkey during this full-day private tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis from Kusadasi. Your tour will start with a visit to Pamukkale, where you’ll visit the red springs in Karahayit. Next it’s off to Hierapolis to see its famous landmarks including the Necropolis, Frontinius Street and the Temple of Apollon. Finish the visit with a swim in the Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool before moving on to the famous Travertines. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the end of your tour before returning to your hotel.

A Turkish bath is not just a relaxing indulgence, it’s also an important part of the country’s heritage. Participate in one of Turkey’s most time-honored cultural forms with this exclusive hammam package, which includes sauna, body scrub, foam bath, and aromatherapy oil massage. Discover the centuries-old cleaning method used since Ottoman times and sweat out travel toxins as you unwind with a traditional scrub and rub.

In the morning, your guide will meet with you at Kusadasi hotel. We reach to Ephesus. Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world. The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks. In the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one the seven wonders of the world. The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition. The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks..

Venture back in time and experience Christian history during a guided sightseeing tour of Ephesus from Kusadesi. Travel to the Mediterranean’s ancient city and discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Temple of Artemis. Admire the immensity of the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater. You will have a traditional Turkish lunch and then be inspired by the House of the Virgin Mary, where Mary eternally rests.

Discover the ancient wonders of Ephesus on this private shore excursion, departing from the port of Kusadasi. Your expert local guide will ensure you maximize your sightseeing time at port, catering an immersive experience and taking you to the Basilica of St John, the House of Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis (Temple of Diana). Learn about this ancient city at the Ephesus Museum and admire historic excavations and the renowned Artemis of Ephesus statue.

In the morning, your guide will meet with you at Kusadasi port. We reach to Ephesus. Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome, it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. Ephesus Museum, this fascinating Ephesus Museum houses the statues of Ephesian Artemis which are found from the Temple of Artemis, Eros Statues, Hall of the Roman Empires, the Carvings of Hadrian Temple, biblical inscriptions statue of Dormition and the statues of Augustus and Livia. The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. St. John Basilica, was a basilica in Ephesus. It was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th Century. It stands over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. In the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Kusadasi port.

Soak up history and ogle ancient ruins and monuments during this Kusadasi port excursion and private guided tour of Ephesus. Uncover the remnants of a this previous Roman capital alongside your expert local guide. Then, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, an aged building she spent her last moments in. Finally, you will admire one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. At the end of the tour, return to your port in time for departure.

Visit Pamukkale, the center of natural thermal spring waters, which in Turkish translates to "Cotton Castle." You'll visit the travertines, the ancient city of Hierapolis, the sacred pool, and will get to discover what this spectacular city has to offer. The whole area, which is under protection as a UNESCO Mixed Heritage Site, hosts some of the best-preserved examples of Roman architecture. The ancient street that passes through the necropolis, which contains more than a thousand sarcophagi, will lead you to the inner city where you'll see the Byzantine Gate, The Domitian Gate, and the baths. And then, you'll visit the sacred pool, which even the renowned Queen Cleopatra herself came to visit, has natural healing features, and a magical appearance. After the tour, we'll drive to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Journey to Ephesus and discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and more during this private guided day trip from Kusadasi. Follow your guide along marble streets older than Christ to the Library of Celsius, the Great Theater, and Hadrian's Temple and learn about the ancient heritage and history of Ephesus.

When your cruise ship docks in Kusadasi, take a private tour of regional highlights such as the old Roman city of Ephesus. Possible stops include the Temple of Artemis, the Terrace Houses, the House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, the Ephesus Archaeological Museum in Selcuk , and Sirince village. Includes lunch, entrance fees, private guide and vehicle, and port pickup and drop-off.