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Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis

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Overview

When your cruise ship arrives in Izmir, make the most of your time with this private shore excursion to Ephesus, where you'll see some of most famous sights in Turkey. With your private tour guide, walk around the ancient city, a former center of the ancient world and one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the eastern Mediterranean. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent the last days of her life, and try to imagine the beauty of the Temple of Artemis (also known as the Temple of Diana), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

What's Included

  • Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Meeting and Pickup

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You must contact the local service provider at least 48hrs before tour to be informed on the exact pickup time (meeting point will be provided on your confirmation voucher)

What To Expect

Ancient City of Ephesus

Arrival to Ephesus - Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeon, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. The theater had seating for 24,000, which was the site where it is believed St. Paul preached to the Ephesians, and is used today for a local spring festival.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

House of the Virgin Mary - The Vatican has recognized this small house in the Solmissos Mountains as the final resting place of the Virgin Mary. A small shrine dedicated to St. Mary was found when the ruins of the house were first discovered.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. John

Basilica of St.John - Built by the Emperor Justinian over the tomb of St. John the Apostle, the Basilica, now in ruins, once rivaled St. Sophia in size. See the remaining graceful columns and mosaics of the Basilica as you take in the panorama of the rural Selcuk countryside and the ruins of The Temple of Artemis.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

The Temple of Artemis, which had been built at first during the Archaic period, today it's known one of the Seven Wonders of Ancient World.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participant. Please enter this into the special requirements field on booking
  • Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Transport by private vehicle and professional driver.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
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..

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Accessibility information for the Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Izmir Shore Excursion: Private Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis 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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  • Transport by private vehicle and professional driver
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participant. Please enter this into the special requirements field on booking
  • Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time
  • Children who do not occupy a seat are free of charge. Children who occupy a seat and are up to 11 years old, benefit from a discount

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