Why Book This Tour?
- Expert Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring the rich history and culture of these ancient sites to life.
- Unforgettable Sights: Experience some of Turkey’s most significant historical and religious landmarks.
- Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy a hassle-free tour with transportation from and back to Kusadasi Port.
- Cultural Immersion: Walk in the footsteps of ancient civilizations and witness the beauty of well-preserved ruins and historical artifacts.
Book Your Tour Today!
Don't miss this opportunity to explore the wonders of the House of the Virgin Mary and Ancient Ephesus. Secure your spot now for an unforgettable journey through history!
- Pick up from/ to port
- Professional English speaking Official Tour Guide
- Entrance fees to the various sites
- Air Conditioned non-smoking luxury vehicle
- Beverages & Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Tip to driver and tour guide
- Anything unless specified being included
For cruise guests, we highly recommend meeting at the port 30 to 45 minutes after your ship docks to avoid crowds, school buses, and the hot afternoon weather. Arriving early ensures a superior experience touring Ephesus before the rush. We guarantee a timely return to your ship, so you can relax and enjoy your visit. Our private tours offer significant advantages over group bus tours, providing a seamless and personalized experience. Make the most of your visit to Ephesus with our private tours, ensuring your itinerary stays on track without the disruptions common in large groups.
Guests must be able to walk approximately 1.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 – 30 steps. Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended as shade is limited the order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries.
- Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Kusadasi Port to the House of the Virgin Mary.
- Marvel at the breathtaking views of the Byzantine fortress in Selcuk and the Temple of Artemis along the way.
- Travel along a picturesque, winding road with stunning valley vistas en route to the Shrine of St. Mary.
- Visit the diminutive house, beautifully situated in the Solmissos Mountains, considered by the Vatican to be the final resting place of the Virgin Mary.
Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus, passing through the arched Magnesia Gate.
Enjoy a leisurely downhill walk through the ruins of the Roman provincial capital.
Your expert guide will illuminate the history and significance of key sights, including:
- The beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian.
- The magnificent Trajan Fountain.
- The Odeon Theater, once a venue for both political gatherings and entertainment.
- The stunning Celsus Library with its imposing façade and Corinthian-style columns.
- The dramatic Great Theater, which seats twenty-five thousand and hosts annual spring festivals.
Visit the majestic ruins of the Basilica of St. John.
- Admire the large columns, frescoes, and mosaics that pay homage to the monumental basilica built during Emperor Justinian’s reign.
- Discover the structure's unique shape, designed as a cross and covered with six individual domes, with the central dome believed to be directly above the burial site of St. John.
- Conclude your tour with a drive back to Kusadasi Port.