Ephesus & Turkish Food Tasting Tour from Kuşadası

$259 / per person
6 hours
Ephesus Selcuk town

About This Tour

A unique cultural and culinary journey! Visit Ephesus Ancient City, walk through Selçuk, and taste Turkey’s iconic flavors – from simit and Turkish tea to döner, pide, and baklava. Perfect for travelers looking to combine history with authentic food experiences.

This unique program is designed for travelers who want more than sightseeing – a chance to taste, see, and experience Turkey in one unforgettable day.

Highlights

Enjoy an authentic Turkish breakfast tasting with simit, cheese, olives, and tea
Explore the Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved Roman cities
Taste famous Turkish street foods: Döner & Kokoreç
Cultural walk in Selçuk with outside views of Isa Bey Mosque and St. John’s Basilica
Enjoy freshly baked Turkish pide (traditional flatbread)
Finish with a sweet treat: baklava or Turkish ice cream

Tour Plan

Pick-up from Kuşadası Port or Hotels

Your professional guide and driver will greet you and take you to your private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Authentic Turkish Breakfast Tasting

Start the day with a mini Turkish breakfast including simit (sesame bread), local cheese, olives, and Turkish tea. A simple but authentic way to begin your journey.

Guided Visit to Ephesus Ancient City

Discover the world-famous Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites. Highlights include:

  • Celsus Library
  • The Great Theater (25,000 capacity)
  • Marble Streets and Roman Baths
  • Temples and fountains reflecting daily life in antiquity

Street Food Experience: Döner & Kokoreç

Enjoy two local street food favorites:

  • Döner kebab – thinly sliced marinated meat roasted on a vertical spit.
  • Kokoreç – a seasoned grilled delicacy, chopped with spices.

Selçuk Walking Tour

A short cultural walk to explore:

  • Isabey Mosque (1375) – an outstanding example of Seljuk architecture. (outside view)
  • St. John Basilica – built on the believed tomb of St. John the Apostle. (outside view)

Traditional Pide Tasting

Taste freshly baked Turkish pide (flatbread), often called “Turkish pizza,” with a variety of toppings.

Sweet Ending: Baklava or Ice Cream

End your culinary journey with a choice of traditional baklava or Turkish dondurma (ice cream).

Return to Kuşadası

Relax as we transfer you back to cruise ship.


Included

Private air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off from Kuşadası Port or hotels
Street food tasting: Döner & Kokoreç
Sweet tasting: Baklava or Turkish ice cream
Professional English-speaking guide
Authentic Turkish breakfast tasting (simit, cheese, olives, tea)
Pide tasting

Excluded

Ephesus entrance fee (approx. 40€ per person)
Drinks other than the ones included in tastings
Personal expenses

Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are highly recommended.
Tour itineraries may be slightly adjusted due to traffic, weather, or operational conditions.
Guests must be at the ports or hotels at least 10 minutes before departure time.
In case of cruise ship delay or port cancellation, please contact us immediately.
Cruise passengers are kindly requested to provide their ship names in advance.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.
In case of cruise ship schedule changes or port cancellations, a full refund will be provided.

Combines world-class history with authentic local food experiences
Enjoy a true taste of Turkey — from street food to traditional desserts
Visit Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world
Small, personalized experience with pra ofessional local guide
Perfect for travelers who want more than just a sightseeing tour
Includes both cultural landmarks and daily life flavors
Ideal for cruise passengers looking for something unique
A fun, relaxed, and memorable way to explore Ephesus and Selçuk
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