Ephesus excavations
Simple and fair

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Because we ask for no prepayment to reserve a tour, cancelling could not be simpler.

We keep our booking terms as friendly as our tours. Ephesus Tours by Locals is operated by GEZGİNOL TURİZM VE TİCARET LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ (TÜRSAB registry no. 15746), and our policy fits on a postcard: we never ask for prepayment, so there is never a cancellation fee.

No prepayment, ever

When you send a booking request, you are reserving a date — not paying in advance. We confirm your private tour by email, and you settle the tour price with us on the day. Because nothing is charged upfront, there is simply nothing to refund and no penalty if your plans change.

Changing or cancelling your tour

Plans change — cruise itineraries shift, flights are delayed, families get tired. Just let us know by email whenever you can, and we will happily reschedule or cancel your reservation at no cost whatsoever. Early notice is appreciated (it frees the date for other travellers), but it is never a condition and it never carries a fee.

Cancellations by us

We very rarely cancel, but if weather, site closures or events beyond our control make a tour unsafe or impossible, we will offer you the first available alternative date — and since you have paid us nothing in advance, you are never out of pocket. We are not responsible for independent costs you may arrange yourself (such as flights or hotels), so travel insurance is always wise.

Questions

Any questions about this policy? Write to us at info@ephesustoursbylocals.com and a real person will answer within 24 hours, any day of the week.