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Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John

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Basilica of St.John
Ephesus Ancient City
Basilica of St.John
House of Virgin Mary
House of Virgin Mary

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Overview

This private Ephesus tour is available for departures from your hotel in Istanbul or Kusadasi or Selcuk or Bodrum. You can create your own Turkey travel plan with this flexible daily trip. The highlights of this private tour are UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, St.John church where St John lived with the Virgin Mary after being cast out of Jerusalem in 37 to 42 AD. The lunch is including in a traditional local restaurant.

What's Included

  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line.)
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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

İstanbul

We will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and then transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival Izmir airport, your private driver will meet you at the exit gate of arrival terminal and then drive to Selcuk town. Afterward, you will meet with your private tour guide and you will start your full day tour. ** This service is valid for bookings to options of "Istanbul to Istanbul" or "Istanbul to Kusadasi".
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bodrum City

We will pick you up from your hotel in Bodrum or Bodrum airport and then transfer to Selcuk town. Afterward, you will meet with your private tour guide and you will start your full day tour. ** This service is valid for bookings to option of "Bodrum to Bodrum".
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi

Your private tour guide and driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel and you will start your full day tour. ** This service is valid for bookings to option of "Kusadasi to Kusadasi".
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Your first visit will be the last home of the Virgin Mary. Once you arrive there you will be thrilled by the natural beauty that surrounds the monument. The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus was one of the most important harbor cities in antique world and also it is mentioned in the book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Also Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are the other highlights. You will see and visit the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, Odeon, Ancient Toilets and many important historical buildings in this UNESCO-listed ancient city.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Selçuk

You will take your lunch in a traditional Turkish restaurant in Selcuk town. Vegetarian options are available.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Basilica of Saint John

You will visit this ancient Basilica dedicated to the author of Revelation St. John. According to the legend St. John died in this church after having written the Fourth Gospel and the Basilica was built by the Emperor Justinian over St. Johns burial place.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi

At the end of the tour, we will drop you to your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk town if you booked the options of "Kusadasi to Kusadasi" or "Istanbul to Kusadasi"
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

İstanbul

At the end of the tour, we will transfer you to Izmir airport for your flight back to Istanbul if you booked the option of "Istanbul to Istanbul". Your return flight to Istanbul and your return transfer in Istanbul will be included on this option.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bodrum City

At the end of the tour, we will transfer you to your hotel in Bodrum if you booked the option of "Bodrum to Bodrum".
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
  • Tour Durations (Approximately) : from Kusadasi to Kusadasi 7 hours // from Istanbul to Istanbul 15 hours // from Istanbul to Kusadasi 12 hours // from Bodrum to Bodrum 11 hours.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
  • Lunch.
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
  • Ticket for one way flight from Istanbul to Izmir (Valid for option of Istanbul to Kusadasi).
  • Hotel / Airport pick-up and drop-off.
  • Tickets for round trip flights between Istanbul and Izmir (Valid for option of Istanbul to Istanbul).
  • Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
The following is NOT included:
  • Drinks.
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line.).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John is as follows:

  • 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
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Daily Trip to House of Virgin Mary, Ancient City of Ephesus, Basilica of St.John will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Ticket for one way flight from Istanbul to Izmir (Valid for option of Istanbul to Kusadasi)
  • Hotel / Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Tickets for round trip flights between Istanbul and Izmir (Valid for option of Istanbul to Istanbul)
  • Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
  • Drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line.)

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infant meals not included.
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
  • Tour Durations (Approximately) : from Kusadasi to Kusadasi 7 hours // from Istanbul to Istanbul 15 hours // from Istanbul to Kusadasi 12 hours // from Bodrum to Bodrum 11 hours.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
  • Your guide will have pre-paid tickets of the museums/ruins/churches etc. before your tour, so you will be skipped the long ticket lines. You can pay the cost of entrance fees to tour guide on tour date. This payment could be cash or by the credit card.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).

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