Ephesus and Mary's House Guided Tour from Selçuk
Why we love it?
The "Top Choice For Cruisers: Ephesus, Mary's House" tour offers a comprehensive 5-hour exploration of two significant historical sites in Türkiye: the Ancient City of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary. This tour is ideal for cruise passengers looking to maximize their limited time in port, as it ensures timely return to the ship. Led by a professional licensed tour guide, participants will gain insights into the rich history and cultural significance of these locations, making it a distinctive experience for history enthusiasts and casual travelers alike. The itinerary includes convenient pick-up and drop-off at Kuşadası Cruise Port, with all necessary fees included.
Inclusions
- Ancient City of Ephesus.The Virgin Mary's House.We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port.
- Professional licensed tour guide.
- Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off.
- Car Park Fees and local taxes.
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses.Beverages during the tour.
Itinerary
Drive to Ephesus
According your Private tour pick up time meet with your guide and drive to Ephesus,
House of Virgin Mary
it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days. Also it is believed that the Assumption took place there in the 15th of August
Ancient Ephesus
Ancient Ephesus; An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
The Temple of Artemis
was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in atiuqity and made Ephesus a much-visited pligrimage place. There were totally 127 ionic columns with the height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world.
Drive to Kusadasi
At the end of the tour drive you back to departure point.
Please Note
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)The tour offer Group and Private Tour options with INCLUDE ENTRY TICKETSWe GUARANTEE your timely return to the portGroup Tour Option: The group sizes will be up to 8-10 people maximum. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.Private Tour Option: The tour wıll be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay in the sites as much you wish, if there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
