Ephesus and Virgin Mary House Shore Excursions For Cruisers

4.4 (5 reviews) Kusadasi, Turkey
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the fascinating history and spiritual heritage of Türkiye on our Ephesus and Virgin Mary House Shore Excursion, specially designed for cruise passengers. Explore the magnificent ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the Mediterranean, and visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site nestled in the peaceful hills near Selçuk.

This shore excursion offers a perfect combination of ancient history, cultural discovery, and religious heritage, allowing you to make the most of your time ashore. Enjoy a comfortable journey with a professional guide who will bring the stories of these remarkable sites to life.

Options

Private Tour EXCLUDES TICKETS

Duration: 7 hours
Mercedes Sprinter
Pickup included

PRIVATE TOUR WITH TICKETS ✅

PRIVATE TOUR : WITH TICKETS ✅
Mercedes Sprınter
Pickup included

SMALL GROUP TOUR WITH TICKETS✅

SMALL GROUP: TOUR WITH TICKETS✅
Pickup included

Small Group EXCLUDES TICKETS

Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option).
  • Licenced touist guide
  • Entrance fees of ancient city
  • Lunch

What to expect

  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
    Ephesus is one of the most important ancient cities of the world and it is a UNESCO heritage site and was the capital and commercial center of Asia Minor in the roman period.It was the beginning and the end of the King Road.(One of the three ancient trade routes,the others being the silk and spice roads )of the World. You will have chance to see beautiful temples, library ( which was the third largest in ancient World ) and buildings were built in the roman period.
  3. The House of the Virgin Mary
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The House of Mother Mary is located at the top of the Bulbul mountain and it’s only 6 kms away from 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 Jarusalem to Ephesus by St. John the appostal to live. The foundation of the house is based on Anna Catherine Emmerich's visions and was found in 1891. When they found the house, was already collapsed by the erthquake. 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.
  4. The Temple of Artemis
    Pass by
    The Temple of Artemis (Diana)

    The Temple of ArtemisIt is known as the first settlement of Ephesians where the Temple is. However , today only the basic structure and a column remained from the temple, but worth a visit even in the current atmosphere of the temple.
  5. Kusadasi
    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.

Meeting and pickup

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 CRUİSE 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.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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