Izmir Shore Excursion: Day Trip to Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary

When you’re in port in Izmir, don’t miss exploring the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean. This Turkey shore excursion also includes a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where Mary spent her final days.

Your Izmir shore excursion starts as you make your way from the Izmir cruise port to Ephesus, stopping along the way at St Johns Basilica, built in honor of the saint, who wrote his gospel atop Ayasuluk Hill where the basilica is located. See the 4th-century tomb where his remains are said to be housed.

Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus, an important center for early Christianity. In the Book of Revelation, Ephesus was one of the seven churches addressed by Christ in a vision. It is here that you will find the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Your guide will also show you the Great Theatre, the Library of Celsus and many other temples during your Ephesus tour.

Enjoy a lunch of authentic Turkish cuisine, and then visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where she spent the last days of her life. Authenticated by Pope Paul VI in 1967, St Mary’s house is a place of pilgrimage for many believers.

Ancient Theatre

Temple of Artemis

Ancient Grand Theatre

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Worry-free Shore Excursion:

We will ensure your timely return to the Izmir port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
• At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
• Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult

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• 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 Worry Free Terms & Conditions:

This product is a Worry-free Shore Excursion. If you are not returned to the ship in time to board, we will arrange the necessary transport to the next port-of-call. This policy applies only to our contracted local suppliers and only when, through no fault or action of your own, you are not returned to the ship in time to board. Viator will select and book travel to the next port of call (not to exceed US$1,000 per person). Please see our Terms & Conditions for complete details.

In the event that one of our contracted local suppliers decides to cancel your tour or activity due to weather, you will be issued a full refund. You will also be issued a full refund in the event that your ship does not make it to port in time for the start of your tour or activity.

If you need immediate assistance because you were not returned to your ship in time to board, please call us at +1 (702) 749 5743 weekdays 2am to 9pm, weekends 6am to 5pm, Pacific Standard Time (PST). At all other times call us at +61 (2) 8219 5490 (select option #5). Please note: these numbers are not for general customer service. Only customers needing immediate assistance to the next port of call will be assisted.

Opening hours are:

09:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday

09:00 – 13:00 Saturday to Saturday

This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Neon Tours.
• 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 4.5 Stars based on 19 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.