Ephesus and House of Mary Tour
From$55
4 hours – 6 hours
Kusadasi, Turkey
About this activity
Discover the ancient city of Ephesus and the House of Mary on this guided tour, including entry tickets, lunch, and hotel transfers.
Highlights
- Explore ancient Ephesus ruins
- Visit the House of Mary
- See the Temple of Artemis
- Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Full description
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Ephesus, one of the world's most significant archaeological sites. Wander through the ancient streets, marvel at the grandeur of the Library of Celsus, and stand in awe before the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After exploring Ephesus, visit the serene House of Mary, believed to be the final resting place of the Virgin Mary. Throughout the day, savor an authentic Turkish lunch, offering a taste of local flavors. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour ensures a seamless and enriching experience, bringing history to life in a way that's both informative and enjoyable.
Included / Excluded
- Entry tickets to Ephesus and House of Mary
- Authentic Turkish lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities for the guide
Important information
Know before you book
- Gratuities for the guide are not included and are appreciated.
- The tour operates in English; other languages may be available upon request.
- Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions for lunch arrangements.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
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- We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
- The tour offers Ephesus+Artemis Temple, Ephesus+Terrace Houses, Ephesus+House of Mary GROUP and PRIVATE tour Options. Please seleck optıon that meets your wishes at tour booking.
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- Private Tour Options: The tour will be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay in the sites as much you wish, if there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
- The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
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Ephesus Tour
Filiz was an amazing tour guide for our Ephesus tour I’d thoroughly recommend Julia
U9947NBjuliatAug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Highly recommended
Excellent and very knowledgeable guide called Mustafa, who gave clear commentaries throughout the excursion and explained the history and background of Ephesus, Mary's house and the Temple of Ephesus. We were on a private excursion and travelled in a comfortable minivan driven by Mehmet. An amazing experience. Thank you so much 😊
kevinaJ9900VGAug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great experience and tour with Medi
Medi was a fantastic tour guide. Very kind, knowledgeable and easygoing. Everything went smoothly from start to finish and we had a great experience. I would definitely do it again and highly recommend Medi!
Paradise02663966303Aug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Ephesus tour with ozz
Ozz was an excellent and well informed guide. He was very keen to ensure we had the best experience tailored to what we wanted to do. Highly recommend.
tomoR9520GHAug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Best Ephesus Tour! Best of our Cruise!
Great experience! Hatice was very friendly, knowledgeable, and lots of fun. We learned from her tour to appreciate and love the country of Turkey and its culture. Highly recommend!
Janek675Aug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
The tour offer Group and Private Tour options with INCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS
We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
Group Tour Option: The group sizes will be up to 10-12 people maximum. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.
Private Tour Option: The tour wıll be provided only for your party with personal tour guide. Stay in the sites as much you wish, if there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.