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

New To The Site! Kusadasi, Turkey

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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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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. Also, entrance fees are included and you will be skipped the long ticket lines.

What's Included

  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets that allow you to skip the line.)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Welcome to Kusadasi, Turkey! Your tour guide will await you at the arrival gate of the Kusadasi cruise port, displaying a signboard with your name on it.

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Kuşadası
Aydın, Türkiye

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Kuşadası Port Türkiye

Your private guide will meet you at the exit gate of Kusadasi port at your scheduled meeting time, holding a signboard with "YOUR NAME" on it.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Selcuk

Once you meet your private guide, you will drive to the town of Selcuk to visit the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Your first stop will be Ephesus, one of the most important harbor cities of the ancient world, mentioned in the Book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Highlights include the Celsus Library and the Grand Theater. You'll explore the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, the Odeon, ancient toilets, and many other significant historical structures in this UNESCO-listed city.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Another highlight of this tour is the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, located next to the ancient city of Ephesus.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park

Afterward, you will drive back to Kusadasi and make a stop at Gazi Begendi Park (Hill) to capture stunning photos of Kusadasi Bay and your cruise ship.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (Pass By)

The caravanserai was commissioned by Grand Vizier Okuz Mehmed Pasha to bolster maritime trade in the region. Positioned directly across from Kusadasi cruise port, you can explore this historic building independently after being dropped off at the port. Please note, visiting this site is not part of the tour package. It's only 130 meters away from Kusadasi cruise port.
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Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)

This picturesque Byzantine fortress, a small castle standing on the causeway-connected Guvercin Adasi (Pigeon Island), has recently undergone renovations. From Gazi Begendi Park (Hill), you can capture panoramic photos of this castle. After being dropped off at the port, you can also take a leisurely walk to explore this charming site. Please note, visiting this place is not included in the tour package. It's located just 500 meters from Kusadasi cruise port.
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Kusadasi

Once you are dropped off at the cruise port of Kusadasi, our services for your experience will conclude. We hope to welcome you back to Turkey soon for more unforgettable tours.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme National Park

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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme Panorama

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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme

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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Goreme Open-Air Museum

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10 minutes • 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
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tour 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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  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Entrance Fees (Your guide will have pre-paid tickets that allow you to skip the line.)

Additional Info

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  • 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.

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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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