Private Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tours
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Places to see “Duration : 4 hours (approx.) “ 
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Highlights
- Take a half day trip to the ruins of Ancient city of Ephesus the great cities & home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
- Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent last days of her life.
- Enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine.
- Transport by Private De-Luxe Cars.
- Private Local Licensed Guide.
- No shopping stops along the way ! “ Without the hassle of being taken to various factory outlets or shopping “.
Schedule details
When you arrive in the port of Kusadasi, your private guide will be waiting to lead you to your own luxury vehicle, during a 20 minute ride to Ephesus, your guide gives you a brief info about the area and about the country.
As you arrive in Ephesus, you will first see the Magnesia Gate, a marvelous example of ancient architecture that once stood tall as an entrance to the city. Begin a downhill walk with your guide into the city’s ruins. The route will take you past the Odeon, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. The theater, one of the city’s best-preserved monuments, it is still used today for the local spring festival. It once had seating space for 24,000 people, and it is believed to be the site where St Paul preached to the Ephesians.
This tour includes a visit to the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent last days of her life. House of Mary discovered in a vision by a bedridden German nun in 1812, this stone building is believed by many Catholics and Muslims to be where the Virgin Mary lived her last years. There is also a healing fountain.
After enjoying authentic Turkish cuisine at lunch, returning to port of Kusadasi where you tour concludes.
Inclusions
Pickup and drop-off included
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Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
- At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Children 6-18 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Please enter your preferred pickup time in the Special Requirements box at the time of booking, and reconfirm 48 hours prior to the tour’s departure time.
- Ephesus requires walking long distances over uneven surfaces, comfortable clothing and closed toe, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Sunglasses and sunscreen are suggested.
- We will ensure your timely return to the Kusadasi or Izmir port for this activity. If you are not returned to the ship in time to board, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call.
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I LOVED it so much fun..Amazing experience, flying so free …
We had a terrific day our tour was flawlessly performed from start to finish.
We were blown away and such a feeling that was in the actual house and surrounding area I will forever hold it in my heart
伊弗所太壮观了! 原来现代的所谓三温暖，早在2千年前就有了。大剧场的设计让人佩服，由图书馆的当时的藏书和内外装饰，可以想象当时的人的文化水平之高！各位如果到土耳其来，务必一游伊弗所。
Our experience was wonderful – I think we hit everything just right (perfect timing). We drove our rental car all the way in; we had no hill to walk. Maybe where we parked was for taxis only, but no one cared as there were very few people.
If you are a "sensitive" you will truly enjoy the energy of Mother Mary's house and the surrounding area. You can start to feel the change in energy in the mountainous curves approaching the site. Bring an empty bottle to fill with water from the spring as well as your prayers written down on paper to leave on the colorful…
This is a realy great tour,. the car was new and very clean, the guide well spoken and knowledgeable.
It is a short 5 min walk to the House where Mother Mary died around that vicinity which has 2 wishing spots outside the house. No Talking/ video/ photo in the house and strict silence. We filled up some water bottles to drink, supposingly known as "Holy water".
Thanks so much for the great day, and we hope to see you again
We were going to Kusadasi for vacation, and I told my wife I wanted to skydive, possibly a once in a lifetime opportunity. My wife, after seeing the safe and proffessional operation, decided to do her first tandem skydive. She loved it. I would like to thank the team for an experience I will never forget, throughout my skydiving career.