The House of Virgin Mary Tour with Lunch - Optional Turkish Bath

5.0 (1 reviews) Kusadasi, Turkey
Duration4h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit one of the most sacred sites in the world on this guided tour to the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence. Enjoy a peaceful spiritual atmosphere surrounded by nature as your licensed guide shares the history and religious significance of this holy shrine.

After the visit, savor a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant. Enhance your day with an optional Turkish Bath (Hamam) — a relaxing Ottoman ritual with steam, scrub, and foam massage that leaves you refreshed and rejuvenated.

Perfect for culture lovers, spiritual travelers, and cruise guests.

What's included

  • Turkish Luch
  • Visits to wholesale factory outlets and an art gallery outside the town
  • All taxes and parking fees
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi Cruise Port
  • Private transportation with an air conditioned vehicle
  • Professional, licensed local tour guide
  • Complimentary alcoholic beverages offered in selected carpet and leather stores
  • Worry-free shore excursion — guaranteed on-time return to your ship
  • Flexibility to stop anywhere you wish during the tour
  • Entrance Fee - The House of Virgin Mary
  • Turkish Bath

What to expect

  1. Port Kusadasi Turkey
    35m
    Meeting at the Ege Port. Your guide will be waiting at the exit gate holding a board with your name on it.
  2. Virgin Mary's House
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Located in the Aladağ Mountains, just 5 miles from Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary is a significant pilgrimage site. According to tradition, Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. The site was recognized as a place of pilgrimage by the Archbishop of Kusadasi in 1892, following the discovery of the house. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited and prayed at this sacred location, cementing its importance for visitors from around the world.
  3. Nomadic Carpet & Kilims
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Our tours from Kusadasi include a complimentary lunch with authentic Turkish food, a highlight for many of our guests. Afterward, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative, where you can explore local culture and crafts. Entrance is free, and there is no obligation to buy anything—just enjoy this unique cultural experience.
  4. Adasaray Hammam
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish Bath in Kusadasi. Begin with a few minutes in the sauna, followed by a gentle body scrub with a bath glove (kese), and finish with a soothing foam massage. This complete treatment leaves your skin soft, refreshed, and renewed—truly a rejuvenating experience.
  5. Port Kusadasi Turkey
    30m
    We will drive you back to port.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

You must leave the cruise according to your pick-up timing (We suggest you to leave as early as possible so that you can have longer time for the tour). Your guide will be waiting for you holding a board with your name on at the exit gate.Thank you for joining our tour in Kusadasi, Turkey
We hope you enjoyed your unforgettable Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi, the House of Virgin Mary Tour, and your experience exploring one of the most beautiful historical destinations in the world.
If you were happy with your Private Ephesus Tour Turkey experience, please recommend us to your friends and family traveling with Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America, and other cruise lines visiting Kusadasi Cruise Port.
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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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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