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Ephesus and Virgin Mary Tour for Cruisers

Kusadasi, Turkeyby Moira Travel

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

A private Ephesus tour from Kusadasi cruise port is a tour that is specifically designed for cruise ship passengers who are docked in Kusadasi, Turkey. This tour usually includes a visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world. Some of the highlights of a private Ephesus tour from Kusadasi cruise port include: **For a more customized encounter, hire a private guide. **Visit the best preserved ancient city in Asia Minor with an expert local guide **The ability to personalize your trip according to your own tastes. **Round-trip transportation is included, as is hotel or port pickup.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Professional Licensed Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Entrance Fees of the museums mentioned in the itinary
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    Pass by

    We will meet you at the Kusadasi Cruise Port! After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree & secure your meeting time.

  2. 2

    The House of the Virgin Mary

    1 hour

    The house of Virgin Mary: The tour also includes a visit to the house of Virgin Mary, which is believed to be the last home of the mother of Jesus. It's considered a holy site by Christian and Muslim communities.

  3. 3

    The Temple of Artemis

    15 min

    The Temple of Artemis: Ephesus was home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. Although the temple no longer exists, the foundation and some columns remain, providing an idea of the scale and grandeur of the original temple.

  4. 4

    Ephesus Ancient City

    2 hours

    The ancient city of Ephesus: The tour includes a visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, which is one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world. Visitors can see the well-preserved ruins of the city, including the Library of Celsus, the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Grand Theater, and the Roman Baths.

  5. 5

    Basilica of St. John

    30 min

    In Christian tradition, St. John the Apostle came to Ephesus after St. Paul and ministered to the Ephesians. The vast Basilica of St. John, built by the sixth-century emperor Justinian, houses a fourth-century tomb that drew pilgrims from across Europe in search of miracles. It is still one of the world’s largest cathedrals today.

  6. 6

    Stop 6

    Pass by

    In the end of our tour, we return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME! PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port.

Meeting and pickup

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

Our Licensed Tour Guide will meet you at the Cruise Port with a sign of your name is written on at Harbour/Cruise Port in Kusadasi. FOR THE CRUİSE PASSENGERS PLEASE JUST FOLLOW THE OTHERS FROM YOUR SHIP, THEN YOU WILL SEE OUR SIGN YOUR NAME IS WRITTEN ON, AFTER YOU PASSİNG BY CUSTOM CONTROL.

End point

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

To make it easier to find, although written in three ways, all refer to the same place, Kusadasi Port. Explore the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ruins, and the Temple of Artemis with a local expert guide from/to Kusadasi Port (only for cruise guests).

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation policy

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

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