Biblical Ephesus Private Tour for Cruise Guests
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the ancient city of Ephesus
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
- See the Basilica of St. John
- Marvel at the Temple of Artemis
- Enjoy a private, personalized experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Fully air-conditioned brand new vehicle with separate driver
- Professional licensed local tour guide
- Port or hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
It is the place where Blessed Mary may have spent her final days. It is estimated that Mary came in the area together with Saint John who spent several years in Ephesus to spread the Christianity. Here is still active for worship where was declared as a shrine for Christians. The three Popes visited here as, Paul 6th in 1967, John 2nd in 1979 and finally Benedict 16th in 2006.
Ephesus Ancient City is one of the best well-kept Roman Cities in the world ; where the most of cruise guests visit; was the capital of Asia Minor; the most important commercial center of western Anatolia; one of the seven churches of Christianity in Asia Minor; the city where Saint Paul preached and was mentioned several times in New Testament.
It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome.
The Temple of Artemision is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the Antic world. The location of temple in only one place in the world where you can see 3 different religious ‘ worship places as Temple, Mosque and Church in the same angle.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is exclusively for cruise guests; non-cruise passengers should not book this tour.
- The tour is conducted in English; other language options are not available.
- Food and drinks are not included; consider bringing snacks or planning to purchase refreshments during the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and attire suitable for the weather.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
- Ensure your cruise schedule aligns with the tour duration to avoid any conflicts.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- WE DO NOT GIVE TOURS IN SPANISH, OUR TOURS ARE ONLY IN ENGLISH.
Traveler reviews
The tour took me to all...
The tour took me to all the sights I wanted to see. The guide was personable, knowledgeable, interesting, and entertaining. I couldn't have asked for a better guide or presentation.
Loved it!
Loved it! Customized to your preferences. Eda our tour guide was very informative, kind and flexible with our requirements. Our driver, Aiden, also very polite. Thank you! We love Turkey! ❤️
Details ARE Important
Great insight provided to the ancient sites. I appreciated being taken directly to the sites with details provided along the way
Ephesus, Carpets, and Pottery
Guide was kind, friendly, and made sure we saw all the sights we were interested in. I chose this tour based on reviews and webpage info. While I had hoped for a more biblically based approach and insights, it was still a good tour. At one point I did feel like the tour was a "front" to a carpet and pottery sales company; however, there was no pressure to buy, but it took away from the specialness of the tour. I would recommend the company to others. Just know you will need to have sufficient cash on hand to pay for the lunch (it was really good local food) and any attraction you choose to go into. The dedicated Driver was also safe and courteous. Always on time and waiting with a cool vehicle when we returned.
Awesome, informational and fun
Metin was our guide and immediately we knew he was going to make it a perfect day with a caring and educational tour. We had ample free moments to supplement the tour and details of the sites. We covered the House of Virgin Mary, a detailed walk through Ephesus, Temple of Artemis and then, old style rug weaving demonstration and the ancients style of pottery making. We also visited a reputable leather dealer with a classic Turkish lunch. The transport was first class. Metin is clearly knowledgeable and we could tell he was well known as the locals told us we were lucky to have him as our guide. One bit of advice, don't worry about feeling obligated to buy things at some of the stops. Bartering works but it's easy to say no thanks. Metin was the best and we wish him the best.