Turkey · Archaeology

PRIVATE NO HIDDEN FEES Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour /GRP OPT

5 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the House of Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site
  • 02 Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with a licensed guide
  • 03 See the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and Grand Theater
  • 04 Stop at the Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient wonders
  • 05 Optional Terrace Houses visit on selected tour options
  • 06 Pickup and drop-off in Kuşadası included
  • 07 Entrance fees included with skip-the-line access in Ephesus

Discover two of the region’s most significant sacred and archaeological sites on this guided tour from Kuşadası. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site, and explore ancient Ephesus, one of Turkey’s most remarkable classical cities, where marble streets, monumental buildings, and centuries of history come to life.

Along the way, see highlights such as the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, the Grand Theater, and the Temple of Artemis. Depending on the option selected, the experience may also include the Terrace Houses, known for their frescoes and mosaics. With guided commentary, transportation, and entrance fees included, this tour offers a convenient way to experience Ephesus in depth.

Discover two of the region’s most significant sacred and archaeological sites on this guided tour from Kuşadası.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kusadasi, Izmir, Ephesus
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ege Ports, Camikebir, Liman Cd., Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

Our Tour guide will meet you at Kusadasi Port or the lobby of Listed hotels with your name sign at pre-arranged time . Pick up time will be given during your confirmation.

Kusadasi Cruise Terminal pick up time normally 30 to 45 minutes after your cruise arrival

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye

Our first stop is the House of Virgin Mary. The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there

Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Our second stop is Ephesus Ancient City. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor.

Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.

Ephesus Terrace Houses, Selcuk 35148 Turkiye

Visit to Terrace Houses is included in Private with Terrace Houses and Small group with Terrace Houses Options only. Not included in other 2 options

Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top.

Attention Not recommended for people who has walking difficulties and acro-phobia (fear of heights).

The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu, Selcuk Turkiye

Our last stop is The Temple of Artemis where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi town center and port

Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park, Turgut Ozal Blv., Kusadasi Turkiye

Arrival to Kusadasi Port and the town center through Gazi Beğendi Park
The end of our services

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. 3 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entrance fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines in Ephesus )
  • Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • Mini ( Max 10 pax ) group with private option ensures personal service
  • Air-conditioned Transportation
  • Local Tax and Handling Fee
  • Parking Fees

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests ONLY. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Bare shoulders are not permitted in holy places of worship such as churches, monasteries, mosques and synagogues.
  • Shoes are not permitted in mosques
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • ( Without Terrace House Option is around 4 hours and with Terrace Houses option is around 5 to 6 hours )

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kuşadası.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kuşadası..

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