Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Unlike standard sightseeing, your tour connects each sacred site directly to the Scriptures. Guests don’t just see ruins-they walk where the Apostle Paul preached, where John cared for Mary, and where the early church struggled against pagan worship. By weaving biblical passages into the journey, we transform history into living faith, offering a spiritual experience that is both educational and deeply moving.
What's included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Traditional Turkish Lunch in weaving Course
At the lunch
For Guide and Driver
Personal expenses
Ephesus Ancient City : 40 Euro, House of Virgin Mary : 12 Euro, Church of St John : 6 Euro
What to expect
The House of the Virgin Mary
1h · Admission ticket included
According to Christian tradition, the Apostle John brought Mary, the mother of Jesus, to Ephesus after the crucifixion, fulfilling Jesus’ words on the cross: “Woman, behold your son. Behold your mother” (John 19:26–27). It is believed that Mary spent her final years in this humble stone house on Mount Bülbül, living a life of prayer and devotion. Today, the site is revered as a holy place of pilgrimage, symbolizing Mary’s faith and her role in early Christian history.
Ephesus Ancient City
3h · Admission ticket included
Ephesus was one of the great cities of the ancient world and a central place in early Christianity. The Apostle Paul lived and preached here for several years, addressing the community in his Letter to the Ephesians. It was also home to the Apostle John, who, according to tradition, cared for Mary, the mother of Jesus, in this region. Mentioned in the Book of Revelation as one of the Seven Churches of Asia (Revelation 2:1–7), Ephesus holds deep biblical significance as a center of faith, teaching, and pilgrimage.
Basilica of St. John
1h · Admission ticket included
The Basilica of St. John in Ephesus was built over the believed burial site of John the Apostle, the beloved disciple of Jesus. According to Scripture, John stood at the foot of the cross and received Mary into his care (John 19:26–27). Tradition holds that he later came to Ephesus, where he preached the Gospel and wrote his works, including the Book of Revelation. The basilica, once a grand church of pilgrimage, symbolizes the enduring faith and witness of the Apostle John in the early Christian world.
The Temple of Artemis
30m
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is directly mentioned in the Bible. In the Book of Acts (Acts 19:23–41), the Apostle Paul’s preaching against idolatry caused a great uproar among the silversmiths who made shrines of Artemis, leading to the famous cry: “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!” This event highlights the clash between early Christian teaching and pagan worship, making the temple a powerful symbol of the spiritual struggle in the first century.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your guide will be waiting for you just outside the port exit, holding a sign with your name
Additional information
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.
