Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi

5.0 (5 reviews) Kusadasi, Turkey
Duration4h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This is a private tour and includes a driver and a separate English-speaking guide who will accompany you into all attractions to provide commentary.

Ephesus tour; your private guide will be waiting to lead you to your own luxury vehicle, in which you can relax as your private tour to Ephesus begins. Enter the magnificent city through the Magnesia Gate, and then a walk with your guide into the ruins of ancient Ephesus, was the capital of Asia Minor in Roman era. The route will take you to Odeon, Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan and Great Theater.

You will then visit the House of Mother Mary, where she spent the last days of her life.

Ephesus Archeology Museum where you can see a lot ancient furnitures, sculptures, mosaics, frescos and more.

Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of Ancient World. It was completely rebuilt three times and was eventually destroyed in 401 AD.

Drop off will be where requested as hotel, cruise ship port or airport.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Parking Fees
  • Private Guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Ancient city of Ephesus : 17 USD per person
  • House of Mother Mary 9 USD per person
  • Ephesus Archeology Museum 6 USD per person
  • Gratuity for tour guide and driver

What to expect

  1. Ephesus Ancient City
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    We will drive to Ephesus in Selcuk , upon arrival enter the magnificent city through the Magnesia Gate.

    Ephesus, was the capital of Asia Minor in Roman era. The route will take you to Odeon, Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan and Great Theater.
  2. The House of the Virgin Mary
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The house was discovered in the 19th century by following the descriptions in the reported visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich.
    Catholic pilgrims visit the house based on the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken to this stone house by Saint John and lived there for the remainder of her earthly life.
    The shrine has merited several papal Apostolic Blessings and visits from several popes including Paul VI, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI.
  3. The Temple of Artemis
    30m
    Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of Ancient World. It was completely rebuilt three times and was eventually destroyed in 401 AD.

    The Temple of Artemis (Artemision) was located near the ancient city of Ephesus. Today the site lies on the edge of the modern town of Selcuk.
    After six years of searching, the site of the temple was rediscovered in 1869 by an expedition led by John Turtle Wood and sponsored by the British Museum.
    Today the site of the temple, which lies just outside Selcuk, is marked by a single column constructed of dissociated fragments discovered on the site.
  4. Ephesus Museum
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Visiting Ancient Ephesus & completing the picture with the Archeology Museum!

    Archeology Museum, houses finds from the nearby Ephesus excavation site. Its best-known exhibit is the ancient statue of the Greek Goddess Artemis. It is a museum with rich collection of finds and artifacts but also very practicle to visit within just enough period of time.
    The museum consist of following sections; Terrace Houses Findings Hall, Fountain Findings Hall, New Findings and Small Findings Hall, Great Courtyard, Grave Findings Hall, Artemis of Ephesus Hall, Emperor Cults Hall.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will be holding a sign with your name on it at Cruise Port and Airport pickups.

Additional information

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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