What's included
- Hotel-to-Ephesus pickup (any Kusadasi address)
- English-speaking driver — local Selçuk/Ephesus knowledge
- Free waiting time at the gate (up to 3 hours)
- Optional combo with House of Virgin Mary (+15 min)
- Optional combo with Şirince village (+30 min)
- Park gate drop-off — no extra walk in summer heat
- Return to your Kusadasi hotel or cruise port
Pricing by vehicle
Fixed EUR price per direction — no surge, no hidden fees. Round-trip available on request.
About this route
Ephesus Ancient City sits 25 km north-east of Kusadasi, about 30 minutes by car via the D-525 through Selçuk. We collect you from your hotel or cruise port, drop you at the lower gate (Magnesia gate) so you walk downhill through the ruins, and wait at the upper gate (Koressos gate) where you exit. Most visitors finish in 2-3 hours; we hold the vehicle free for that window.
Frequently asked questions
Does the price include the Ephesus entrance fee?
No — the entrance ticket (€40 as of 2026) is paid separately at the gate. The transfer price covers pickup, drive, parking, waiting time and return. Tip: buy the Müzekart+ online to skip the queue at the gate.
Can I add House of Virgin Mary and Şirince?
Yes. The classic 'Ephesus + House of Virgin Mary + Şirince' combo takes about 5-6 hours and is €85 round-trip for a sedan. We add 15 min for the Virgin Mary visit and 30-45 min for Şirince village (lunch and shopping).
Will the driver wait while we tour Ephesus?
Yes. The driver waits at the upper gate (Koressos) for up to 3 hours included. Most visitors finish in 2 hours; we recommend the lower-to-upper gate walk so you don't backtrack. If you stay longer, additional waiting is €10 per 30 minutes.
Is there a guide included?
No — the transfer is driver-only, not a guided tour. Licensed English-speaking guides at the gate cost €70-100 for a 2-hour tour. We're happy to book one for you in advance if you let us know 24 hours ahead.
Cruise passengers — will I make it back to the ship?
Absolutely. We've handled cruise transfers since 2015 — pickup is timed to your ship's all-aboard, with at least 60 min buffer. We track ship arrivals and adjust pickup time the morning of your visit. Door-to-door from cruise port to Ephesus is 35 min.