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.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.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.In case necessary some free time in Selçuk town for lunch and see the local handcrafts around.End of our tour and services. We drop off at Izmir Hotels and AirportWe do have pick up and drop off service to Kuşadası Hotels and Cruise Port
Turkey · Religious & Spiritual
Just for You Private Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour
The journey
- 01 Private boutique tour for your party only
- 02 Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus with a professional guide
- 03 Visit the House of Virgin Mary, a major Christian pilgrimage site
- 04 See landmarks including the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and Great Theater
- 05 Enjoy panoramic views near the Temple of Artemis area
- 06 Travel in a Mercedes mini van with pickup and drop-off included
- 07 Typical local lunch included
Discover two of Turkey’s most meaningful historic and spiritual sites on this private 6-hour tour to Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary. Walk through the remarkably preserved ruins of ancient Ephesus with your professional guide, passing landmarks such as the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, marble streets, and the Great Theater while learning about more than 2,000 years of history.
You’ll also visit the House of Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site for Christians, and enjoy a more personal experience away from the larger group tours. With private transport, pickup and drop-off in Kuşadası, and a typical local lunch included, this boutique tour offers a comfortable and enriching way to explore the region.
Discover two of Turkey’s most meaningful historic and spiritual sites on this private 6-hour tour to Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary.
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What's Included
- English Speaking Professional Tour Guide (Spanish or Portuguese with a supplement of 50usd)
- A new model Mercedes mini van according to the group size
- Port / Hotel pick up and drop off
- Parking Fees
- Typical local lunch
What's Not Included
- Ancient City of Ephesus
- House of Virgin Mary
- Entrance fee - St John's Basilica
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- No public transportation nearby
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Our tour guide meets you at the predetermined time and location with the signboard your name is written on.
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Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kuşadası..
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