Full-Day Ephesus Biblical Tour from Kuşadası with Virgin Mary House

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the UNESCO-listed ruins of the Ancient City of Ephesus
• 02 Explore the beautifully preserved Terrace Houses with mosaics and frescoes
• 03 Discover the historic House of the Virgin Mary, a key Christian pilgrimage site
• 04 Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, with assistance from your guide

This private tour for cruise guests visits Ephesus Ancient City and the House of the Virgin Mary, starting with a meeting at Kuşadası Cruise Port. Explore one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, an important historical site where Saint Paul preached and which is mentioned in the New Testament. Inside Ephesus, you may also choose to visit the Terrace Houses, known for their beautiful mosaics, frescoes, and one of the earliest central heating systems. The tour continues to the House of the Virgin Mary, an important Christian pilgrimage site, followed by lunch at a local restaurant of your choice and free time to browse local shops.

Explore one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, an important historical site where Saint Paul preached and which is mentioned in the New Testament.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kusadasi, Ephesus

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kuşadası Cruise Port

• Ancient City of Ephesus
  Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins, including the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, and Marble Road.
• House of the Virgin Mary
  See the historic stone house believed to be Mary's final residence.
• Return to Kuşadası Port
  Transfer back after the tour.
• Lunch options include a fine-dining vineyard restaurant, a village eatery, or a farm-to-table experience. Your guide will assist with the selection.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• All transport by an A/C 'NO SMOKING' vehicle
• Kuşadası Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off service
• Professional tour guide

What's Not Included

• Drinks
• Entrance fees
• Personal expenses
• Tips for the guide and driver
• Everything not specified as included

What to bring

• Please keep in mind to wear comfortable shoes regardless of your choice.

Know before you go

• The region offers a variety of lunch options. Depending on the departure time of your cruise and your preference, lunch can be arranged at a fine-dining restaurant with a vineyard, a local village restaurant, or a farm-to-table experience restaurant. Your guide will explain the available options during the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Camikebir, Feribot Limanı, Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

Tour start

Kuşadası, Aydın, Türkiye

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.