Private Guided Tour of Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
Enjoy a full-day private guided tour from Kusadasi and discover the breathtaking ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world.
Visit the sacred House of the Virgin Mary, the last known residence of the Mother Mary, and explore the impressive remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
This is a fully private and customizable experience, allowing you to enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests once you meet your professional guide. Travel at your own pace and make the most of a truly personalized day.
Designed as a 100% stress-free experience, this tour ensures comfort, flexibility, and a seamless journey through history.
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What’s included
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Local Taxes
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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One of the main appeals of Kusadasi is its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. Cleopatra, Mark Antony, the Virgin Mary and John the Apostle once walked its streets. This full-day guided tour from Kusadasi takes you to explore what is unquestionably one of the greatest sites of antiquity. The largest open-air museum in Turkey, Ephesus contains more than 30 buildings and structures linked together by streets that still bear the mark of ancient chariot wheels. Your guide will show you the awe-inspiring Great Theater, where St. Paul preached against the pagans and gladiators once engaged in battle. Walk along Marble Street to the Library of Celsus - the facade of which has been remarkably restored. You will also visit the Temple of Hadrian, Roman baths, and many other remarkable ruins.
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The Church of the Virgin Mary lies just beyond Ephesus. According to Christian tradition, Mary was brought to Ephesus by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ and lived her final days here. This church was erected on the foundation of that house and its authenticity has been confirmed by Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II.
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End your day at the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Today there are only a series of columns and scattered ruins of this marvelous Hellenistic construction, though the grandeur of this colossal structure once exceeded that of the Parthenon.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
- Start times
- 07:00 · 07:30 · 08:00 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00 · 10:30 · 11:00 · 11:30 · 12:00 · 12:30 · 13:00 · 13:30 · 14:00
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- If you are arriving by cruise ship, please provide your ship’s arrival and departure times at the time of booking.
- Your guide’s name and phone number will be provided to you one day before the tour.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- If not already provided, please inform the supplier as soon as possible of your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and departure time so that the necessary arrangements can be made
- The tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
- Your tour guide will welcome you at the arrival gate of Kusadasi port, He/She will hold a sign with your name on it.
- You’re guaranteed to arrive back at your ship on time, without ever feeling rushed.
- Comfortable shoes
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 7 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
From AED 776 per person
