Best of Ephesus Private Or Small Group Tour For Cruisers

1. Kusadasi
   Pass by
   We will meet you at the Kusadasi Cruise Port! After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree & secure your meeting time.
2. Ephesus Ancient City
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   The ancient city of Ephesus is one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world and is located in modern-day Turkey. It was a major city in the Roman Empire and was known for its impressive architecture, advanced infrastructure, and cultural significance. Some of the highlights of the ancient city of Ephesus include:
3. 20m · Admission ticket not included
   This impressive building was built in the 2nd century AD and was once the third-largest library in the ancient world. It is known for its ornate facade and is considered one of the most impressive examples of Roman architecture.
4. 10m
   This small theater was used for music and poetry performances, and it's one of the best-preserved examples of a Roman odeon.
5. The House of the Virgin Mary
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   The House of Mother Mary is located at the top of the Bulbul mountain and it’s only 6 km away from the Ancient City of Ephesus. It is believed that The Mother Mary spent her last years in this shrine. According to Catholic Christianity, After the Crucifixion of Jesus, Mother Mary was brought from Jerusalem to Ephesus by St. John the apostle to live. The foundation of the house is based on Anna Catherine Emmerich’s visions and was founded in 1891. When they found the house, was already collapsed by the earthquake. After The House of Virgin Mary was re-built as a church and has been visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul II in 1979, has been registered as a place of pilgrimage
6. Kusadasi Castle
   Pass by
   Kusadasi Castle, as called Pigeon Island, is located next to port. You can see from your boat or do your own after the tour.
7. Ephesus Terrace Houses
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Terrace Houses are also known as “the houses of rich” are located in the ancient city of Ephesus, opposite the temple of Hadrian. It has a remarkable place for us since it gives us very significant pieces of information about roman family life. In Terrace Houses, you will see all parts of the house which is covered by beautiful mosaics and frescos that show us how rich they are, and the heating system is the same as roman baths.
8. The Temple of Artemis
   25m
   he Artemis Temple, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was located in Ephesus, but unfortunately, today only a few columns remain.
9. Pass by
   In the end of our tour, we return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME!
   
   PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port.

Pickup details

Our Licensed Tour Guide will meet you at the Cruise Port with a sign of your name is written on at Harbour/Cruise Port in Kusadasi. FOR THE CRUISE PASSENGERS PLEASE JUST FOLLOW THE OTHERS FROM YOUR SHIP, THEN YOU WILL SEE OUR SIGN YOUR NAME IS WRITTEN ON, AFTER YOU PASSİNG BY CUSTOM CONTROL.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• All Disenfection are being done carefully always