SKIP THE LINE: Private EPHESUS TOUR for CRUISERS
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Kuşadası
Discover Ephesus: Explore ancient ruins, visit the House of Virgin Mary, and savor Turkish cuisine on this exclusive private tour for cruisers.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Ancient City of Ephesus - Start your day by meeting your guide and traveling to the modern town of Selcuk to explore the ancient city of Ephesus. Once the capital of the Roman Empire’s Asia State, Ephesus is one of Turkiye’s best-preserved Greco-Roman cities and a significant trade hub. Marvel at its stunning ruins, including the Odeon, Trajan’s Fountain, The Temple of Hadrian, Celsus Library, and the Theatre. Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant to savor Turkish cuisine.
  • Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Discover the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final years. This typical Roman stone house is a recognized shrine of the Roman Catholic Church and has been visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1976, and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. Currently, visitors can access the central part and a room to the right of the altar.
  • The Temple of Artemis - Admire the Temple of Artemis, famous for its grand scale and architecture, with 127 Ionic columns standing 19 meters tall. This temple is also regarded as the oldest bank in the ancient world.
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Guiding
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees of The Museums (60 USD approx. pp)
Additional Information

Meet your guide at the Kusadasi port in the morning and drive to to the modern town of Selcuk to visit the House of Virgin Mary, where the Virgin is said to have lived the last years of her life. The site is officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church and visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1976 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. After, visit the ancient city of Ephesus, known as the best preserved Greko-Roman ancient city in Turkiye to see its magnificent ruins such as the Odeon, Trajan’s Fountain, The Temple of Hadrian, Celsus Library, Theatre in the ancient city. We have a lunch break at a local restaurant to taste Turkish local cuisine. After lunch, visit the Temple of Artemis, renowned for its impressive size and architecture, featuring 127 Ionic columns that are 19 meters high. This temple is also considered the oldest bank in the ancient world. Return to Kusadasi port. End of our service.

Location
Kuşadası Port Türkiye
Feribot Limanı
You are going to meet your guide at the exit of first terminal in Kusadasi Port. Your Guide will be waiting with a board written your name.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Samueles7759me
Jun 8, 2024
Unforgettable Ephesus Tour - Our tour of Ephesus with Ethereal Travel was truly an unforgettable experience. Thanks to the company's professionalism and our guide's knowledge, we had the opportunity to learn in-depth about the history and culture of the ancient city. Our guide enriched the tour by explaining the historical significance and the stories behind each point of interest. We felt like we were traveling through time as we admired fascinating structures like the Temple of Artemis, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre. Visiting the House of the Virgin Mary also added a spiritual dimension to the tour. The tour organization was extremely well-arranged. Comfortable and convenient transportation was provided, and the break points and meal arrangements were excellent. The local delicacies we enjoyed for lunch especially enhanced the pleasure of the trip. Special activities and photo spots planned for our group of friends added fun memories to the tour. We felt Ethereal Travel's commitment to customer satisfaction at every step. If you're looking for a historical and cultural trip, I highly recommend the Ephesus tour with Ethereal Travel. Sharing such an experience with friends brings a whole new level of enjoyment. Thank you for everything, Ethereal Travel!
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Isabellaj786
Jun 5, 2024
Unforgettable Cappadocia Experience - Our Cappadocia tour with Etherealtravel was extraordinary. The hot air balloon ride at sunrise was breathtaking, offering stunning views of the fairy chimneys. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the experience with fascinating stories about the region's history. The itinerary was well-planned, including highlights like the Göreme Open-Air Museum and the underground city of Derinkuyu. The transportation was comfortable and the meals provided were delicious, giving us a taste of authentic Turkish cuisine. Every detail was meticulously handled, making our trip seamless and enjoyable. Highly recommend Etherealtravel for an unforgettable Cappadocia adventure! thank you very much to the dear Onder for his interest
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748mahimam
May 24, 2024
Ancient Wonders - Ephesus was the most impressive site we visited on our cruise. The scale of the ancient city is incredible, and the history behind each structure is captivating. Our tour guide was fantastic, providing detailed explanations and answering all our questions. The highlight was definitely the Grand Theatre, the Library of Celsus, and the House of the Virgin Mary. An absolute must-visit!
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76serenb
May 20, 2024
A Perfect Shore Excursion - Ephesus was a highlight of our Mediterranean cruise. The site is simply awe-inspiring. We enjoyed learning about the history and significance of each structure. The Terrace Houses were particularly impressive. The excursion was well-organized, and we had plenty of time to explore and take photos. A must-see for anyone visiting Turkey!
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Lilaa269
May 18, 2024
Incredible Historical Journey! - Visiting Ephesus from our cruise ship was an unforgettable experience. The ancient ruins are breathtaking, and the history is palpable. Our guide was knowledgeable and brought the ancient city to life. Walking through the well-preserved streets, seeing the Library of Celsus, and exploring the Great Theatre were highlights of our trip. Highly recommend this excursion!
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Brenton
May 10, 2024
No.1 Tour Guide in Ephesus - An amazing tour guide who was engaging with us from when we first contacted him. Nothing was too much trouble and he went out of his way to make sure we were happy and enjoying our time with him. He showed us so many 'secret' things that I'm sure the other tour guides walked past oblivious Very knowledgeable about the history of Ephesus and was able to explain everything in a way that was engaging - great story teller. Our time was too short with Onder but we thoroughly enjoyed our day, wish we were staying longer. We are now planning a return on our own and have a tour with him over 5 days, without the constraints of the cruise ship. Couldn't recommend him highly enough Cheers Mate
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48markm
May 7, 2024
An excellent experience - Ethereal travel was an excellent choice for our needs, and Onder was a most helpful travel agent. He helped us book tickets from Samos to Kusadasi and a van to Izmir for our family. All was handled as promised.
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A4684mdgabrielab
May 5, 2024
Excellent!!! - Excellent our guide Andres, kind, friendly, knows the history of Ephesus perfectly. Everything he explained to us is very interesting.
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509gonzalor
Apr 24, 2024
The best service - We traveled with the family to Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ismyrna, etc. The tour was excellent. Exceeded our expectations in everything. Onder and our guides were attentive to us the entire time, very informed and cordial. A special mention for Volcan, who was a luxury for his knowledge and kindness, and the same for Onder who was always making sure that everything went well and that we were satisfied. We will definitely recommend them. Congratulations to the entire Ethereal team!!
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979deap
Apr 23, 2024
best tour! - Many thanks to Ethereal for an unforgettable excursion🙏👏 The guide was highly professional and the whole tour was perfectly organized👌❤️
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