PRIVATE Ephesus Guide and Driver Tour from Kusadası Port

Our family had the best experience in Turkey. I can highly recommend Turkey by Locals based on our family experience. We immensely appreciate how the company organized our 21 day private tour. When we arrived to Izmir Airport, we were even welcomed and then transferred with a private limousine to our following activities. During our overall stay, we had exceptionally knowledgeable tour guides about the history and culture of the country with proficient English. We visited historical sites and iconic landscapes of Turkey. We had the most amazing service and comfort during our trip to Ephesus, house of Virgin Mary, Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Cappadocia, İstanbul, etc. I also wanted to point out the amazing gastronomy and culinary culture of the country. I wanted to recognize Hakan Dursun- Turkey İstanbul Tours who was responsible of organizing this outstanding trip for my family. I would defiantly recommend this experience.

Nafia was amazing! We had such an amazing day in Ephesus! From the moment I contacted Hakan for more info it was a pleasant experience. So easy to book. They had no problem with a 9am pickup time instead of 8am since we are not early risers. And the price was so good I thought we must be with others on this tour.. but no! It was just our group of 4. We had no trouble finding Nafia holding a sign with our names when we disembarked our cruise ship and the air conditioned van was great. Nafia was very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all of our many questions with ease. We really enjoyed her company for the day! We were also pleasantly surprised that lunch was included (and delicious)! We toured a carpet factory/store and also a ceramic pottery store. All of which had amazing Turkish hospitality. We paid a little more than originally quoted but that could have been due to currency fluctuations or the fact that lunch was included and instead of a 4 hour tour we were out for 6-7 hours! Originally quoted €48/p (for 4 ppl) vs. €55/p we actually paid. I’d say it was well worth it! And if you get the chance ask for Nafia to be your guide because she is amazing!

Ceyda, our guide and our driver provided a wonderful experience for us. We were only in Kusadasi one day and loved our tour of Ephesus and an authentic dinner. Ceyda spoke excellent English and her knowledge of the area and Ephesus was appreciated. We learned a great deal while having an incredible experience which we will remember for years. Thank you for this great Tour. I also must mention that Ceyda and the driver accommodated our request to add on the terraced houses to the tour and customized it for us. The terraced houses were the best part of Ephesus and not to be missed!