Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Ephesus on this private tour. Explore the ruins, visit Terrace Houses and the House of Virgin Mary, and learn about early Christianity and Roman history.
- Kuşadası Port - At your scheduled pick-up time, meet your guide and embark on your full-day tour.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Declared by the church as the final residence where Mary spent her last days. It is also believed that the Assumption took place here on the 15th of August.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Ancient Ephesus is an archaeological treasure and the best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. In the 1st century AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city in the world after Rome, with over 250,000 residents. It was a central hub of the known world, serving as a gateway between the East and the West. With its vast harbor, it was also a major trading center in antiquity. Ephesus was not only a wealthy commercial city but also the honeymoon destination of Mark Antony and Cleopatra. It is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is so well-preserved that walking through its ancient streets among stunning monuments, such as the third-largest library of the ancient world or the largest Roman theater on the Asian continent, makes you feel like a time traveler.
- The Temple of Artemis - One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the ancient cult dedicated to Artemis made Ephesus a renowned pilgrimage site. The temple had 127 Ionic columns, each 19 meters high. It is also considered the earliest bank of the ancient world.
- Kuşadası Port - At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel or Kuşadası Port.
- Kusadasi port pickup and drop-off
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Car Park Fees and local taxes
- Lunch in the local restaurant
- ENTRY TICKETS to sites
- Personal Expenses
- Beverages during the tour
Discover the House of Virgin Mary, the Ephesus ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a knowledgeable local guide, starting and ending at Kusadasi Port (exclusively for cruise guests).
No hidden fees, as ENTRY TICKETS to historical sites are INCLUDED. Enjoy the convenience of SKIPPING THE TICKET LINES, with your guide having the tickets ready for you, avoiding any wait at the entrance.
LUNCH will be served at a local restaurant, offering you the chance to savor typical Turkish cuisine.
Group Tour Option: Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 10 people, formed with passengers from the same ship.
Private Tour Option: The tour will be exclusively for your party with a personal tour guide. Spend as much time as you wish at each site. If there are additional sites you want to visit, they can be added to the program, time permitting.
This tour is specially designed for cruise guests. The starting time will be adjusted according to your cruise’s docking and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port.
- Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
- Entrance fees are INCLUDED (Your guide will have skıp-the-line tıckets for Ephesus, so you will skip long ticket lines)
- We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
