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FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch

5.01,485 reviewsEphesus (Efes)

  • 6–7 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS / IF YOU ARE NOT A CRUISER, YOU CAN NOT JOIN THIS TOUR. This tour is ideal for those who want to explore the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings at their own pace. Your personal guide will meet you at Kusadasi port, accompany you to the various sites, including the ancient city of Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the House of the Virgin Mary. At Ephesus, you will see the impressive ruins of the ancient city, including the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, and the Temple of Hadrian. Finally, the House of the Virgin Mary, believed by many to be the final resting place of Mary. During your Ephesus tour, enjoy cultural visits to a traditional Rug Weaving School, a Leather Fashion showroom, and a Pottery Workshop, where you’ll experience authentic Turkish craftsmanship and local artisan traditions. Stores to Visit: Turkish Carpet Weaving Village Ceramic Workshop Leather Factory

Inclusions

What's included

  • Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
  • Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide

What's not

  • Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
  • Beverages
  • Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)
  • House of Virgin Mary
  • Ephesus Ancient City

Itinerary

  1. Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.

    15 min

  2. Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.

    2 hAdmission included

  3. Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local carpet-weaving village, where you'll also have the opportunity to witness skilled artisans crafting authentic Turkish rugs by hand.

    1 hAdmission included

  4. Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world.

    15 min

  5. The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.

    45 minAdmission included

  6. We align our tour schedule with your cruise docking and boarding times. Timely return to the port is GUARANTEED.

    15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Turkey Tours Company
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
  • PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
  • EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
  • FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
  • ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.

How it compares in Kusadasi

  • Its from-price is 85% below the median of the 1371 experiences we list in Kusadasi.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 9 of 1371.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Kusadasi

Kuşadası is a busy Aegean resort on Turkey's west coast, a short drive from Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean.

The town curves around a bay with a busy cruise port, a marina and Pigeon Island, linked to the shore by a causeway and topped by a small stone fortress. The old town's streets climb behind the harbour with bazaars, cafés and restaurants, and beaches such as Ladies Beach and Long Beach stretch along the coast.

Top-ranked sights in Kusadasi: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Caravanserai (Öküz Mehmed Pasha Caravanserai), Kusadasi Shopping Center (Kusadasi AVM).

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