Enjoying your posts and glad to hear it was such an enjoyable trip. We are sailing on her August 26 from Rome to Athens, We also booked with Ephesus Shuttle (private option) for Ephesus and Istanbul (using tram service as well). Glad to hear you were happy with their services. This is our first time with independent tours (generally use Princess or just explore on own) so it seems we chose well with this tour company.
Like the previous cruiser, assuming no issues with getting off the ships at the Turkey ports in timely manner to catch the tours? We arrive at 7 in Kusadasi and are supposed to meet at 7:30 on shore. I'm assuming the tour company is familiar and realizes this is doable.