Take a day trip to Turkey from the shores of Samos. Hop on a ferry and cross the Aegean Sea to tour a real Turkish treasure – Ephesus archaeological site. Let an expert guide bring history to life as you stroll between column-lined avenues crammed with temples, relics and religious statues. Afterwards, there's free time to discover the bazaars and shops of Kusadasi, too.

We would have liked more information about outward journey - assumed pick-up by coach so surprised (but very happy) to be taken to the port by cab. We were dropped at unoccupied port passport control building and left waiting for an hour - unfortunately in the open in pouring rain - for it to open with no idea how to obtain our ferry tickets. However, once boarded we had a great experience and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable - very genial too and he communicated well.

Although everything was in English language there was no local explanation of the way the ticketing worked on the outward and return ferry.The use of the boarding cards in particular. Ephesus its self was a bit disappointing they have a lot of work to do to make sense of all of the ruins.I have seen better examples in Italy and other countries. Considering the Turks charge €45 entrance fee I wonder how much is spent on the restoration.The guide provided too much information about himself

Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Walk through Ephesus seemed a bit rushed. Temple of Artemis was disappointing, nothing really to see.

Ephesus was spectacular. We would have liked more time there and less time in Kusadasi. Our guide was excellent. The stop at the factory shoo was just annoying! Overall we had a great trip

Great trip but Epheseus was unbelievably hot. Boat trip was ok but boat was crammed full meaning no shade at all for those who were at the back. Going out we got seats in the shade, co.ing back i sat on top, no shade and my companions sat below, very hot and stuffy. Long day, 5.35am pick up and 8am ferry. Got back to hotel at 8.20pm. Not a day for older guests we were exhausted and our older companion was extremely exhausted.

Minder leuk was het om opgehaald te worden door een chagrijnige taxichauffeur en een uur met 3p op een achterbank te zitten, na aankomst bij de haven een half uur in de kou te staan zonder ontvangst reisleider en te weten hoe laat de boot weg zou gaan. Toilet op de oude ferry smerig en op terugweg nog erger, gewoon goor. Bezichtiging in Efese met gids erg leuk. Gids vertelde veel. Vrije tijd in Kusadasi prima, lang genoeg.

Why you’ll love this…

Travel to Turkey and back in a single day
Visit Ephesus, one of Turkey's top archaeological sites
Free time to explore Kusadasi before returning by ferry

Important to know

Please check if you need a visa for Turkey prior to booking
Travel documents, e.g. passport, must have at least six months validity
Food and drinks not included

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Ferry ticket
Guide
Admission fees
Port tax

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI Hellas Travel, Tourism and Airlines SA

What people say about this experience

4.1/5

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Based on 55 reviews

Review categories

Service

4.2/5

Safety

4.2/5

Staff

4.2/5

Value for money

3.9/5

All ratings (55)

5 stars (15)

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4 stars (30)

55%

3 stars (10)

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Flis Salmon
Traveled with a group of friends
October 9, 2025
4.2
United Kingdom
We would have liked more information about outward journey - assumed pick-up by coach so surprised (but very happy) to be taken to the port by cab. We were dropped at unoccupied port passport control building and left waiting for an hour - unfortunately in the open in pouring rain - for it to open with no idea how to obtain our ferry tickets. However, once boarded we had a great experience and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable - very genial too and he communicated well.
S
Stefan
Traveled as a couple
October 1, 2025
4.2
United Kingdom
Although everything was in English language there was no local explanation of the way the ticketing worked on the outward and return ferry.The use of the boarding cards in particular. Ephesus its self was a bit disappointing they have a lot of work to do to make sense of all of the ruins.I have seen better examples in Italy and other countries. Considering the Turks charge €45 entrance fee I wonder how much is spent on the restoration.The guide provided too much information about himself
T
Thomas
Traveled with family
September 20, 2025
3.8
United Kingdom
Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Walk through Ephesus seemed a bit rushed. Temple of Artemis was disappointing, nothing really to see.
K
Karole
Traveled as a couple
June 28, 2025
4.6
United Kingdom
Ephesus was spectacular. We would have liked more time there and less time in Kusadasi. Our guide was excellent. The stop at the factory shoo was just annoying! Overall we had a great trip
C
Christine
Traveled with a group of friends
June 21, 2025
4.2
United Kingdom
Great trip but Epheseus was unbelievably hot. Boat trip was ok but boat was crammed full meaning no shade at all for those who were at the back. Going out we got seats in the shade, co.ing back i sat on top, no shade and my companions sat below, very hot and stuffy. Long day, 5.35am pick up and 8am ferry. Got back to hotel at 8.20pm. Not a day for older guests we were exhausted and our older companion was extremely exhausted.
G
Gerrit & Elma
Traveled as a couple
October 3, 2025
4.2
Netherlands
Minder leuk was het om opgehaald te worden door een chagrijnige taxichauffeur en een uur met 3p op een achterbank te zitten, na aankomst bij de haven een half uur in de kou te staan zonder ontvangst reisleider en te weten hoe laat de boot weg zou gaan. Toilet op de oude ferry smerig en op terugweg nog erger, gewoon goor. Bezichtiging in Efese met gids erg leuk. Gids vertelde veel. Vrije tijd in Kusadasi prima, lang genoeg.