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This private tour starts from Kusadasi Port. You'll explore the impressive ruins of the city, including the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Odeon, and the Great Theatre.
The tour also includes a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a small stone house located on a hill outside of Ephesus.
In addition to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary, the tour also includes a visit to the Basilica of St. John. The basilica was built in the 6th century and is said to be the burial site of John the Apostle, one of the twelve disciples of Jesus.
Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by a knowledgeable and friendly guide who will provide you with detailed information about the history and culture of the region.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village
Leather Factory
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks, as per your arrival time. Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
Itinerary
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Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3The Temple of Artemis
Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also know less pracisely as the Temple of Diana, was Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was seven wonders of the world.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Basilica of St. John
St. John Basilica, was a basilica in Ephesus. It was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th Century. It stands over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. It was modeled after the now last Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was the harbour city. This giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats. Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street, Harbour Street.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
6
Guaranteed return on time to cruise. You will be dropped off to Kusadasi port.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
- FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for SKIP-THE-LINE tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for SKIP-THE-LINE tickets.
- St. John's Basilica entrance fee is 6 €. You can pay to the guide for SKIP-THE-LINE tickets.
- Personalized greeting with name at the port is an additional 3 euros per person.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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