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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 29 travelers
Overview
This tour stands out by combining three iconic sites—House of Virgin Mary, ancient Ephesus, and Temple of Artemis—into a streamlined, cruise-port pickup itinerary from Kuşadası, prioritizing pilgrimage, history, and one of the Seven Wonders without overcrowding the schedule.
Unique Features
Efficient Flow: Starts at the serene House of Virgin Mary (40 minutes, with wishing wall), moves to Ephesus' highlights like Library of Celsus and 24,000-seat Grand Theatre (ample photos), and ends at Temple of Artemis ruins—covering key spots in under a full day, unlike longer tours adding St. John's Basilica or museums.
Storytelling Focus: Guides emphasize Mary's arrival with St. John (37 AD), her death (48 AD), papal visits (e.g., Pope Paul VI in 1967), and Ephesus' marble streets/public buildings, blending Christian-Muslim reverence with Roman grandeur.
What's included
Entrance Fees to Ephesus and House of Mary
Air-Conditioned Transportation
Professional English Speaking Guide
Cruise Port Pick-up
Food and Beverage
Gratuities/Tips
What to expect
The House of the Virgin Mary
45m
The House of the Virgin Mary (Meryemana Evi) is a Catholic shrine on Mount Koressos near Ephesus in Selçuk, Turkey, believed to be the final residence of Mary, mother of Jesus, under the care of Saint John.
Ephesus Museum
45m
The House of the Virgin Mary near Ephesus in Selçuk, Turkey, is a small stone house and Catholic shrine believed by many Christians to be the place where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years under the care of the Apostle John.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please make your way to teh Port exit, where you will meet your Guide displaying your name.
End point
Please make your way to teh Port exit, where you will meet your Guide displaying your name.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
