Kusadasi to Ephesus & Mary's House Small-Group Tour with Lunch
Dive headfirst into ancient history on a small-group or private tour of the Ephesus Archaeological Site and its surrounding attractions. This excursion is for cruise passengers from Kusadasi who want a thorough overview of the UNESCO-listed complex. Visit remote landmarks including the House of the Virgin Mary, Baths of Varius, and Temple of Artemis, and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local carpet-weaving village. Your guide provides immersive commentary at each location.
Highlights
- ✓Upgrade to include entrance tickets and/or a private tour
- ✓Have a traditional lunch at a carpet-weaving village
- ✓Explore the area's attractions in a single day
- ✓Relax in private air-conditioned transportation
What you'll see & do
- ✓Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
- ✓Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
- ✓Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local carpet-weaving village, where you'll also have the opportunity to witness skilled artisans crafting authentic Turkish rugs by hand.
- ✓Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world.
- ✓The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
- ✓We align our tour schedule with your cruise docking and boarding times. Timely return to the port is GUARANTEED.
What's included
- ✓Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
- ✓Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- ✓Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)
- ✓Professional Licensed Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
- ✓Beverages
- ✓Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)
- ✓House of Virgin Mary
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
The tour especially designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS.
Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Virgin Mary's House entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Kusadasi to Ephesus & Mary's House Small-Group Tour with Lunch
Dive headfirst into ancient history on a small-group or private tour of the Ephesus Archaeological Site and its surrounding attractions. This excursion is for cruise passengers from Kusadasi who want a thorough overview of the UNESCO-listed complex. Visit remote landmarks including the House of the Virgin Mary, Baths of Varius, and Temple of Artemis, and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local carpet-weaving village. Your guide provides immersive commentary at each location.
Highlights
- ✓Upgrade to include entrance tickets and/or a private tour
- ✓Have a traditional lunch at a carpet-weaving village
- ✓Explore the area's attractions in a single day
- ✓Relax in private air-conditioned transportation
What you'll see & do
- ✓Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
- ✓Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
- ✓Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local carpet-weaving village, where you'll also have the opportunity to witness skilled artisans crafting authentic Turkish rugs by hand.
- ✓Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world.
- ✓The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
- ✓We align our tour schedule with your cruise docking and boarding times. Timely return to the port is GUARANTEED.
What's included
- ✓Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
- ✓Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- ✓Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)
- ✓Professional Licensed Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
- ✓Beverages
- ✓Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)
- ✓House of Virgin Mary
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
The tour especially designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS.
Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Virgin Mary's House entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.