Private All Inclusive Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis Tour with Lunch and Entrances from Kusadasi
by Kusadasi Private Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$318Overview
This private day trip lasts about 5 to 6 hours and covers major historical sites near Kusadasi. The tour starts with pickup at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal, where the licensed guide will meet guests with a name sign. From there, transportation in a brand-new air-conditioned vehicle takes the group to Ephesus Ancient City. At Ephesus, the visit begins at the upper Magnesia Gate and continues down through the city, including stops at the Forum, Odeon, Library of Celsus, Thermal Baths of Scolastika, and the Great Theater. The guide will share stories about historical figures such as Paul, Mark Antony, Cleopatra, Alexander the Great, and the Virgin Mary as visitors walk along the Arcadian Way. Next, the tour proceeds to the House of the Virgin Mary, a Christian pilgrimage site where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her last days. The site was visited by several popes in recent decades. Lunch is served at a local restaurant in Selcuk, featuring traditional Turkish dishes. After lunch, the group visits the Temple of Artemis, known as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The return trip to Kusadasi includes a stop at Gazibegendi Park, providing views of Kusadasi Port and the city center. The tour ends with a return to Kusadasi city center and the cruise port. All entrance fees are included and the guide carries pre-paid tickets to skip the lines. Drinks and gratuities are not included. The tour ensures a timely return to the port after the visit.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal
The guide meets guests at the Kusadasi Cruise Terminal at a pre-arranged time with a name sign. Pickup time varies depending on the cruise ship and is confirmed by email within 24 hours after booking. The group then departs for Ephesus.
30 min
Ephesus Ancient City
The visit to Ephesus begins at the upper Magnesia Gate and proceeds through the ancient city. Highlights include the Forum, Odeon, Library of Celsus, Thermal Baths of Scolastika, and the Great Theater, which was built in the Greek era and reconstructed by the Romans. The guide explains historical events and figures connected to the site as visitors walk along the Arcadian Way.
120 min
The House of the Virgin Mary
The group drives to the House of the Virgin Mary, a Christian pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final days. The shrine has been visited by Popes Paul VI, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI. Lunch is included following this stop.
45 min
Selcuk
A traditional Turkish lunch is served at a local restaurant in Selcuk as part of the tour.
60 min
The Temple of Artemis
The tour continues with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, recognized as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
20 min
Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park
Returning toward Kusadasi, the group stops at Gazibegendi Park to view the Kusadasi Port and city center.
30 min
Return to Kusadasi City Center and Port
The tour ends with a return to Kusadasi city center and the cruise port.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Private All Inclusive Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis Tour with Lunch and Entrances from Kusadasi
by Kusadasi Private Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$318Overview
This private day trip lasts about 5 to 6 hours and covers major historical sites near Kusadasi. The tour starts with pickup at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal, where the licensed guide will meet guests with a name sign. From there, transportation in a brand-new air-conditioned vehicle takes the group to Ephesus Ancient City. At Ephesus, the visit begins at the upper Magnesia Gate and continues down through the city, including stops at the Forum, Odeon, Library of Celsus, Thermal Baths of Scolastika, and the Great Theater. The guide will share stories about historical figures such as Paul, Mark Antony, Cleopatra, Alexander the Great, and the Virgin Mary as visitors walk along the Arcadian Way. Next, the tour proceeds to the House of the Virgin Mary, a Christian pilgrimage site where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her last days. The site was visited by several popes in recent decades. Lunch is served at a local restaurant in Selcuk, featuring traditional Turkish dishes. After lunch, the group visits the Temple of Artemis, known as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The return trip to Kusadasi includes a stop at Gazibegendi Park, providing views of Kusadasi Port and the city center. The tour ends with a return to Kusadasi city center and the cruise port. All entrance fees are included and the guide carries pre-paid tickets to skip the lines. Drinks and gratuities are not included. The tour ensures a timely return to the port after the visit.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pickup at Kusadasi Cruise Terminal
The guide meets guests at the Kusadasi Cruise Terminal at a pre-arranged time with a name sign. Pickup time varies depending on the cruise ship and is confirmed by email within 24 hours after booking. The group then departs for Ephesus.
30 min
Ephesus Ancient City
The visit to Ephesus begins at the upper Magnesia Gate and proceeds through the ancient city. Highlights include the Forum, Odeon, Library of Celsus, Thermal Baths of Scolastika, and the Great Theater, which was built in the Greek era and reconstructed by the Romans. The guide explains historical events and figures connected to the site as visitors walk along the Arcadian Way.
120 min
The House of the Virgin Mary
The group drives to the House of the Virgin Mary, a Christian pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final days. The shrine has been visited by Popes Paul VI, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI. Lunch is included following this stop.
45 min
Selcuk
A traditional Turkish lunch is served at a local restaurant in Selcuk as part of the tour.
60 min
The Temple of Artemis
The tour continues with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, recognized as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
20 min
Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park
Returning toward Kusadasi, the group stops at Gazibegendi Park to view the Kusadasi Port and city center.
30 min
Return to Kusadasi City Center and Port
The tour ends with a return to Kusadasi city center and the cruise port.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.