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Best of Ephesus Tour

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7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

This tour, which we will experience together, will also explore all the important points of the archaeological site. First of all, we are setting off from Kusadasi with our guide to visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient world. Then we discover the Ancient city of Ephesus, which has a great importance in the Ancient World. After exploring the city, we visit the Ephesus Museum to see the important structures found in the city. After our museum visit, we are going to see the house of the Virgin Mary, which is an important pilgrimage point. After visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, finally St. We complete our tour by visiting the Basilica of St. John and proceed to the return route.

*Skip the long entry lines.
*Get a comprehensive overview of Ephesus.
*Learn about the area from your local guide.
*Visit the most important sites in the area in one day.

What's Included

  • Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • All Taxes
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange the tickets in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines)
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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V764+V35 Kuşadası/Aydın
Türkiye

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What To Expect

The Temple of Artemis

After meeting your tour guide at Kusadasi port, your adventure begins with a trip to the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of Ancient World.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Then you will visit Ephesus, one of the most important Greco-Roman cities and port cities of the ancient world, where you will discover the Temples of Hadrian and Domitian, the Gate of Hercules, the famous Library of Celsus, the Great Theater, the Odeon and the Trajan's Fountain.Ephesus is also mentioned in the books of revelation as one of the seven churches.After our visit here is over, we are visiting the museum to see the important structures found in the city.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Museum

After a short trip, we visit the Ephesus Museum, where many archaeological artifacts excavated in Ephesus and other ancient Greek and Roman cities in the region are displayed. The most famous work here is the statue of Artemis, which is located in the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus. After our museum visit, we are going to the restaurant to experience Turkish cuisine.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

We are visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, which was discovered on the dreams of Mother Catherine Emmerich and is an important pilgrimage point. Catholic pilgrims visit believing that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was brought to this stone house by the Apostle John and lived and died in this house until she was taken to heaven. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1896 and has since become a popular pilgrimage site.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. John

We will also visit the Last but not least you’ll experience the Basilica of St. John ; a great church constructed by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century atop the believed burial site of St. John the Apostle, author of the Fourth Gospel and the Book of Revelation.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Ephesus Tour?

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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Activity code: C-214307P2

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What's Included

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  • Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • All Taxes
  • All Parking fees
  • 100 % Satisfaction
  • Luxury Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide entire day
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange the tickets in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines)
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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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).

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