Why choose this Kusadasi tour ?

Visit > Ephesus Ruins, Virgin Mary House, St John Basilica, Temple of Artemis

SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Pick up and drop off from Kusadasi Port, Lunch in a local restaurant, Transportation

This is a Best Seller Ephesus tour with an expert local guide and gives you an opportunity to choose SMALL GROUP or PRIVATE TOUR options.

Visit Ancient Ephesus; walk on the ancient roads where Mother Mary, St. John, and St Paul walked, see the monuments such as the Great Theater, Celsus Library, Trajan Fountain, Odeon Temple, and more, Visit Mary House; where she spent her final days. St. John Basilica; where John wrote his gospel. Learn history about early Christians and Romans from your local guide, and take a photo from the best photoshoot points.



Make the most of your Kusadasi adventure

What makes PRIVATE & GROUP: Ephesus, House of Mary WITH ENTRY TICKETS+LUNCH a unique experience ?

According to the pick-up time that we will arrange according to your ship’s arrival time, meet your guide at the port and set out towards the first visit point

located 6km to the north of the ruins of Ephesus, a church was built from the 6C AD to the top of the foundations of a house from 1C AD and it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days.

was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and made Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place. There were a total of 127 ionic columns with a height of 19m. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world.

3 km away from the ruins of Ephesus a small church was built dedicated to John in 2C AD, Later in 6C AD it was replaced by a huge basilica built by the Emperor Justinian, The impressive ruins are still standing today.

An Archeological treasure, The best-preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West with its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also the honeymoon place of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. An impressive city, ıt is also home to one of the Seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also so well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.

At the end of the tour, we depart for Kuşadası port.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour offer Group and Private Tour options INCLUDE and EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS
  • Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
  • We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
  • ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: 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.
  • ❌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.
  • Group Tour Optıon: The group sizes will be up to 10-12 people maxımum. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.
  • Private Tour Optıon: The tour wıll be provided only for your party wıth personal tour guıde. Stay ın the sites as much you wish, If there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
  • The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruıse dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • PRIVATE TOUR WITH TICKETS ✅
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    ◉ This Option: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
    ◉ This is a private tour with personal tour guide.
    Duration: 5 hours
    ◉ Lunch: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected family-owned restaurants.
    ◉ Mercedes High Model Minibus.
    ◉ Guaranteed on time return.
    Pickup included
  • PRIVATE TOUR WITHOUT TICKETS
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    ◉ This Option: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and Mary’s House . ◉◉ Decide the sites you want to see and pay for tickets on tour day.
    ◉ Mercedes High Model Minibus.
    ◉ Customize: ➤ This option offer you to chosee the sites you would like to visit, stay in the sites as much as you wish.

    Duration: 5 hours
    ◉ Lunch: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected family-owned restaurants.
    ◉ Mercedes High Model Minibus.
    ◉ Guaranteed on time return.
    Pickup included
  • SMALL GROUP WITH TICKETS ✅
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    ◉ Group Tour: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary. ◉◉ Group tour max 10-12 people.
    Duration: 5 hours
    ◉ Lunch: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected family-owned restaurants.
    ◉ Mercedes High Model Minibus.
    ◉ Guaranteed on time return.
    Pickup included
  • SMALL GROUP WITHOUT TICKETS
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    ◉ This Option: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
    ◉ In Day: ◉ Can be paid on tour day in cash or by card. ➤ Group tour max 10-12 people.
    Duration: 5 hours
    ◉ Lunch: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected family-owned restaurants.
    ◉ Mercedes High Model Minibus.
    ◉ Guaranteed on time return.
    Pickup included

PRIVATE & GROUP: Ephesus, House of Mary WITH ENTRY TICKETS+LUNCH Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Lunch at the local restaurant
  • Kusadasi port pick-up and drop-off
  • Land Transportation by a high model vehicle
  • Car parking fees and local taxes
  • Entry tickets (for the “Entry Tickets Included” option)

Not Included

  • Beverages at lunch
  • Personal Expenses
  • Entry tickets (for the “Entry Tickets Excluded” option)

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Special Instructions:

    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
    • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
    • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
    • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Tour Altinkum Travel.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1023 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.