Customized Private Ephesus & the House of Virgin Mary Tour

This is a private boutique tour. Just for you and your companies. Not a group tour!!! Experience more than 2000 years of history and christianity by this guided private Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House tour. You will walk 1 mile (1,5 km) through the Roman ruins such as Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, The Great Theater of Ephesus, latrines, terrace houses, marble streets and many more. Also can pray at the shrine of Virgin Mary, drink holly water and stick your wishes on its wall. You will avoid the crowds and extreme hot during the high season. We also prepare the entrance tickets in advance to avoid the long lines and save up time. We assure you an unforgettable Ephesus experience and 100% Satisfaction.

1. 1

   Port Kusadasi Turkey

   5 min

   You meet your guide at the cruiseport of Kuşadası, with your name written on a board

2. 2

   Ephesus Ancient City

   2 hours

   Best preserved Greco-Roman city of Europe. Located in Selçuk, Izmir. You walk one mile distance by the explanations of your professional tour guide. Watching and taking photos of the amazing monuments such as the Senate of the city, Gate of Hercules, Trajan's Fountain, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, The Great Theater with 25000 people seating capacity and much more belonings of an ancient roman city.

3. 3

   The House of the Virgin Mary

   1 hour

   This place is a holy place for the Christian World. Because it is believed Virgin Mary lived her last years here it is a pilgrimage area for the christians. Pope Paul VI, Jean Paul II and Benedict visited the house.

4. 4

   Selcuk

   45 min

   In case necessary some free time in Selçuk town for lunch and see the local handcrafts around.

5. 5

   Basilica of St. John

   45 min

   One of the twelve apostles, St John lived his final years in Ephesus. Once he was exiled to the Greek island Patmos where he wrote his Gospel and then turned back to Ephesus. This church was built 6th century AD, by Roman emperor Justinia and the tomb of St John is believed to lie under the main dome.

6. 6

   The Temple of Artemis

   30 min

   One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. We stop here for a short information of the temple and panoramic view of the Selçuk Castle, St John's Church and Isa Bey Mosque. Where you can see three holy place of Pagans, Christians and Muslims together.

7. 7

   Kusadasi

   Pass by

   We do have pick up and drop off service to Kuşadası Hotels and Cruise Port

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.