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Private Tour from Kusadasi Port: Explore Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, and St.John Church
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Kuşadası
Embark on an all-inclusive private tour from Kusadasi Port and discover the wonders of Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, and St. John Church. Immerse yourself in ancient ruins, local culture, and breathtaking Aegean sea views.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kuşadası Port Türkiye - Your private guide will meet you at the exit gate of Kusadasi port at your scheduled meeting time, holding a signboard with “YOUR NAME” on it.
- Selcuk - Once you meet your private guide, you will drive to the town of Selcuk to visit the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Your first stop will be Ephesus, one of the most important harbor cities of the ancient world, mentioned in the Book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Highlights include the Celsus Library and the Grand Theater. You’ll explore the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, the Odeon, ancient toilets, and many other significant historical structures in this UNESCO-listed city.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Next, you will visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Upon arrival, you will be captivated by the natural beauty surrounding this monument. Located on the Aladag Mountains, 5 miles from Ephesus, it is believed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D., a claim made during the Third Ecumenical Council in 431 A.D. After its discovery, the Archbishop of Izmir declared it a place of pilgrimage in 1892. Pope Paul VI also visited and prayed at the site on July 26, 1967.
- Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park - Afterward, you will drive back to Kusadasi and make a stop at Gazi Begendi Park (Hill) to capture stunning photos of Kusadasi Bay and your cruise ship.
- Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI - The caravanserai was commissioned by Grand Vizier Okuz Mehmed Pasha to bolster maritime trade in the region. Positioned directly across from Kusadasi cruise port, you can explore this historic building independently after being dropped off at the port. Please note, visiting this site is not part of the tour package. It’s only 130 meters away from Kusadasi cruise port.
- Kusadasi Castle - This picturesque Byzantine fortress, a small castle standing on the causeway-connected Guvercin Adasi (Pigeon Island), has recently undergone renovations. From Gazi Begendi Park (Hill), you can capture panoramic photos of this castle. After being dropped off at the port, you can also take a leisurely walk to explore this charming site. Please note, visiting this place is not included in the tour package. It’s located just 500 meters from Kusadasi cruise port.
- Kusadasi - Once you are dropped off at the cruise port of Kusadasi, our services for your experience will conclude. We hope to welcome you back to Turkey soon for more unforgettable tours.
What's Included
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Port pick-up and drop-off
- Professional tour guide licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
What's Not Included
- Meals & Drinks
- Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets that allow you to skip the line.)
Additional Information
An excellent and reasonably priced comprehensive journey departing from Kusadasi Port. Witness the age-old relics, delve into the indigenous culture, and soak in splendid vistas of the Aegean sea on this exclusive tour from Kusadasi Port. This tour prominently features places like the House of Virgin Mary, the UNESCO-acknowledged city of Ephesus, and St.John church where St John resided with the Virgin Mary post their expulsion from Jerusalem between 37 to 42 AD. Lunch at a native eatery is included in the itinerary.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
- Local tour operator may request the details of ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Your guide will have pre-paid tickets of the museums/ruins/churches etc. before your tour, so you will be skipped the long ticket lines.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Location
Kuşadası
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Darlene_o
Oct 5, 2023
Amazing tour - Our tour guide Memet was awesome!!!
So knowledgeable of the religious history. Very friendly, informative and even funny at times. We had an amazing experience in Ephesus
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Federico_g
Sep 25, 2023
Ephesus private tour - Had a great time at Ephesus. Tour guide Mehmet was very knowledgeable and provided the most comprehensive narrative of the places we visited. I would highly recommend him.
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