6 Hours
One Day Tours
Ephesus Tours
Shore Excursions
14 persons
Ephesus - Kusadasi
Highlights of Exclusive Ephesus Tour for Cruise Passengers :
Ephesus Ancient City| Ephesus Experience Museum| Terrace Houses | Virgin Mary’s House | The Basilica of St. John
Discover the incredible ancient city of Ephesus with the Ephesus Exclusive Tour designed for cruise passengers. Start your visit to Ephesus Ancient City, a lively hub of the Roman Empire. You will see the remains of impressive temples, statues, and grand homes that showcase its rich history.
Visit the famous Library of Celsus, representing the city's brilliance in learning, and the Great Theatre, an essential part of Ephesus' cultural heritage. We will also visit other highlights of Ephesus Ancient City, including the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, the Hercules Gate, the Domitian Temple, and more.
We will explore the well-preserved Terrace Houses of Ephesus. These luxurious villas, with their beautiful mosaics, wall paintings, and advanced heating systems, will surprise you and give you insight into the lives of the wealthy Ephesians.
Don't miss the Basilica of St. John, a key example of early Christian architecture and the last resting place of St. John the Apostle. We will explore the ruins of this Byzantine basilica located in the heart of Selcuk town and admire its grand columns, arches, and intricate decorations honoring St. John the Apostle.
We will also visit the Virgin Mary's House, a site of deep spiritual meaning. This humble stone house, believed to be Mary's final residence, provides a tranquil place for quiet contemplation and reflection.
Your guide and driver will ensure that your experience fits your cruise schedule. Enjoy exploring Ephesus's rich history, culture, and spirituality as you discover the ancient city's secrets, the Terrace Houses, the Basilica of St. John, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
We will start our journey by meeting you at the Kusadasi Cruise Port or from Kusadasi Marina upon your arrival. Your tour guide will be waiting for you in the port, holding a name sign. We will drive you to Selcuk.
Our first stop will be at the Virgin Mary's House, which holds deep spiritual significance for Catholics and Muslims. This house is believed to be the final resting place of the Virgin Mary, and we will explore its history and importance together.
Next, we will visit the ancient city of Ephesus, where we will see some important sites. Key attractions include the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, Hercules Gate, and the Domitian Temple. You'll have the chance to learn about the city's interesting history and why it was important in ancient times.
We will visit the Basilica of St. John, the final resting place of St. John the Apostle and an amazing example of early Christian architecture.
At the end of our journey, we will transfer you back to Kusadasi Port or Kusadasi Marina.