Customized Private Ephesus & the House of Virgin Mary Tour

5.0
(26 reviews)
Kusadasi, Turkey

4 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

This is a private boutique tour. Just for you and your companies. Not a group tour!!!

Experience more than 2000 years of history and christianity by this guided private Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House tour. You will walk 1 mile (1,5 km) through the Roman ruins such as Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, The Great Theater of Ephesus, latrines, terrace houses, marble streets and many more. Also can pray at the shrine of Virgin Mary, drink holly water and stick your wishes on its wall.

You will avoid the crowds and extreme hot during the high season. We also prepare the entrance tickets in advance to avoid the long lines and save up time.

We assure you an unforgettable Ephesus experience and 100% Satisfaction.

What's Included

A new model Mercedes mini van according to the group size
Port / Hotel pick up and drop off
Parking Fees
Typical local lunch
Professional Tour Guide
Ancient City of Ephesus
House of Virgin Mary
Entrance fee - St John's Basilica

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our tour guide meets you at the predetermined time and location with the signboard your name is written on.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Port Kusadasi Turkey

    You meet your guide at the cruiseport of Kuşadası, with your name written on a board

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ancient City of Ephesus

    Best preserved Greco-Roman city of Europe. Located in Selçuk, Izmir. You walk one mile distance by the explanations of your professional tour guide. Watching and taking photos of the amazing monuments such as the Senate of the city, Gate of Hercules, Trajan's Fountain, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, The Great Theater with 25000 people seating capacity and much more belonings of an ancient roman city.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    This place is a holy place for the Christian World. Because it is believed Virgin Mary lived her last years here it is a pilgrimage area for the christians. Pope Paul VI, Jean Paul II and Benedict visited the house.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Selcuk

    In case necessary some free time in Selçuk town for lunch and see the local handcrafts around.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Basilica of St. John

    One of the twelve apostles, St John lived his final years in Ephesus. Once he was exiled to the Greek island Patmos where he wrote his Gospel and then turned back to Ephesus. This church was built 6th century AD, by Roman emperor Justinia and the tomb of St John is believed to lie under the main dome.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    The Temple of Artemis

    One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We stop here for a short information of the temple and panoramic view of the Selçuk Castle, St John's Church and Isa Bey Mosque. Where you can see three holy place of Pagans, Christians and Muslims together.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Kusadasi (Pass by)

    We do have pick up and drop off service to Kuşadası Hotels and Cruise Port

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Turquiahora Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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