# Shore Excursions in Turkey

Canonical: https://turkeyvia.com/shore-excursions-turkey
Updated: 2026-11-03

Ephesus from Kuşadası pier in 3–6 hours, timed to your ship.

## Tours

- **Ephesus Shore Excursion from Kuşadası (Group) — Virgin Mary & Artemis** — From $49 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/ephesus-virgin-mary-small-group-shore-excursion
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/ephesus-virgin-mary-small-group-shore-excursion.md
- **Private Ephesus-Only Shore Excursion from Kuşadası — Short Port Calls** — From $69 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-only-shore-excursion-kusadasi
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-only-shore-excursion-kusadasi.md
- **Private Ephesus Shore Excursion from Kuşadası — Virgin Mary & Artemis** — From $79 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-shore-excursion-kusadasi
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-shore-excursion-kusadasi.md
- **Private Ephesus & Terrace Houses from Kuşadası Port — Virgin Mary & St John** — From $79 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-terrace-houses-virgin-mary-shore-excursion-kusadasi
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-terrace-houses-virgin-mary-shore-excursion-kusadasi.md
- **Private Ephesus & Şirince Tour from Kuşadası Port — Temple of Artemis** — From $99 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-sirince-shore-excursion-kusadasi
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-sirince-shore-excursion-kusadasi.md
- **Private Ephesus & St John Tour from Kuşadası Port — Virgin Mary & Artemis** — From $79 per person, based on 2 travellers
  Tour: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-st-john-full-day-shore-excursion-kusadasi
  Markdown: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-st-john-full-day-shore-excursion-kusadasi.md

## Questions

### How do I pay for a shore excursion?

Reserve now, pay your guide in cash on the day (US dollars, euros or British pounds) — no deposit, no card needed.

### Will I be back on board in time?

Yes. We bring you back to the pier at least 60 minutes before all-aboard.

### What if my ship skips the port?

You pay nothing. Shore excursions are paid in cash on the day, so if the cruise line cancels or skips the call there is nothing to refund.

### Are entrance tickets included on shore excursions?

Your choice. Add the entrance tickets at the official price when you book, or pay them at the gate; the tour page shows both prices.

### Small group or private shore excursion?

Small group: a shared guide and minibus on a fixed route and schedule. Private: only your party, with your own guide and vehicle, timed to your ship.

### Can I cancel a shore excursion?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour, and you get a full refund if the cruise line cancels or skips the port call.

[Cancellation policy](https://turkeyvia.com/cancellation)

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