Shore excursions in Turkey give cruise passengers a practical way to use their limited time ashore while visiting some of the country’s most important historical, cultural, and coastal destinations. Our cruise tours operate from major ports including Kusadasi, Izmir, Istanbul, and Bodrum, with private and small-group options planned around ship arrival and departure times.
Tours
Ephesus Museum Shore Excursion from Kusadasi Port
From €35
Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port
From €35
Half Day Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port
From €35
Half Day Ephesus Tour from Izmir Cruise Port
From €45
Basilica Cistern Tour from Istanbul Galataport
From €30
Half Day Istanbul Bosphorus Tour from Istanbul Galataport
From €30
Dolmabahce Palace Tour from Istanbul Galataport
From €30
Istanbul Old City Tour from Istanbul Galataport
From €30
Bodrum City Tour from Cruise Port
From €90
Why Choose Our Shore Excursions
A cruise excursion needs to work around the ship schedule first. Our Turkey shore excursions are planned with port timing in mind, including pick-up, sightseeing, transfer time, and return to the ship. Licensed local guides lead the visits, while private and small-group options provide different levels of flexibility depending on the port and itinerary.
The main advantage of a dedicated shore excursion is that the day is organized specifically for cruise passengers rather than following a standard land-tour schedule. That means less time spent coordinating transport independently and more attention to the time available ashore.
Timely Return to the Ship
Private & Small Group Options
Licensed Local Guides
Port Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Itineraries Planned Around Cruise Schedules