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Worry-Free Cruise Port Return
Your tour is carefully planned around your cruise ship's schedule. We monitor your available time and ensure your return transfer to Kusadasi Cruise Port is arranged well before your ship's scheduled departure.
Discover the highlights of Ephesus on a memorable shore excursion from Kusadasi Port. Explore the ancient city with a knowledgeable local guide and learn about its fascinating Roman history.
Walk along the marble streets of Ephesus and admire the famous Library of Celsus. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, and visit the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Enjoy comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle and a delicious local lunch at a traditional weaving school.
Highlights:
Explore Ancient Ephesus and the Library of Celsus.
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary.
See the Temple of Artemis
Enjoy a guided experience with a local professional guide.
Taste a traditional local lunch
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you at the exit of Kusadasi Cruise Port, holding a sign with your name on it. After meeting your guide, you will walk together to your air-conditioned vehicle and begin your Ephesus experience.
Itinerary
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1Ancient City of Ephesus
Upon your arrival at the port of Kuşadası, you’ll be warmly greeted and transported to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the most significant archaeological sites of the ancient world. Walking through the marble streets of this well-preserved city, you'll marvel at the grandeur of its architecture, from the Library of Celsus to the impressive Theater, where up to 25,000 spectators once gathered. Ephesus is a living testament to the genius of Roman urban planning, and as you explore, you will find yourself stepping back in time to an era when this city was the capital of Asia Minor.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
From Ephesus, your journey continues with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a revered site of pilgrimage for both Christians and Muslims. Nestled on the slopes of the green hills, this serene shrine is believed to be the place where Mary spent her final days. The peaceful surroundings offer a moment of reflection, allowing you to connect with the spiritual significance of this sacred spot.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3The Temple of Artemis
a visit to the Temple of Artemis awaits. Although little remains of this ancient wonder, its historical importance cannot be overstated. Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this temple dedicated to the goddess of fertility and hunting was an awe-inspiring structure in its prime. Standing amidst the ruins, you can imagine the grandeur of what was once the largest temple of its time.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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