House of Mary, Magnesia Ancient City with Lunch Opt Turkish Bath

5.0 (1 reviews) Kusadasi, Turkey
Duration6h
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

Why Choose This Tour?

Make the most of your time in port with this cruise-friendly House of Virgin Mary & Ancient City of Magnesia tour from Kuşadası.

Meet your licensed guide directly at the cruise port and travel in a comfortable private or small-group vehicle. Visit the peaceful House of Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site known for its spiritual atmosphere and beautiful surroundings.

Continue to the Ancient City of Magnesia, a hidden gem away from the crowds. Explore its stadium, temples, and ruins while learning about ancient Greek and Roman life.

Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant.

For a complete experience, you may add an optional Turkish Bath with relaxing steam, scrub, and foam massage.

✔ Cruise port pickup & on-time return
✔ Expert local guide
✔ Unique: Sacred site + hidden ancient city
✔ Lunch included
✔ Optional Turkish Bath

Experience history, culture, and comfort in one day.

What's included

  • Turkish Lunch
  • Visits to wholesale factory outlets and an art gallery outside the town
  • All taxes and parking fees included
  • Fully air-conditioned, brand-new Mercedes vehicle with a separate driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Cruise Port
  • 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
  • Entrance Fee - Magnesia Ancient City
  • Turkish Bath Experience

What to expect

  1. Port Kusadasi Turkey
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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. Magnesia Antik Kenti
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Known as the “City of Races”, Magnesia was famous in antiquity for its athletic games, gladiatorial fights, and chariot races. The city is home to one of the best-preserved stadiums in Anatolia, which continues to attract visitors from around the world. Magnesia was founded by the ancient Greek tribe of Magnetes from Thessaly and was later called Magnesia on the Meander. A must-see for history enthusiasts and travelers interested in ancient Greek and Roman culture.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Port Kusadasi Turkey
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.Best Private Ephesus Tours from 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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