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.
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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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This is just at the top of the hill from Ephesus. If you traveled this far why not go all the way.. It is only like 10 mins away… Very quite and peacfull. Very relaxing…
We have travelled a lot but we have never used a tour guide before so we were a little skeptical. We also had an offer from another tour operator and it was pretty much the same price. We had a fantastic day, It was amazing.
We loved this site for its religious significance and beauitiful setting in the mountains. We were there around lunch time so there where no tour goups. Ths was good since the house is very small and will only hold a few people. The only way to get there is by Taxi.A visit to the site only takes about 30 minutes….
WE HAD A GREAT TIME. THANKS
Way up on the side of a hill in Turkey sits the site that some believe is the home of the Virgin Mary. It is a nice drive up the mountain and the site is surrounded by tall pines and is a quiet, cool and peaceful place.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time. Thanks
My husband and I found this place to be very moving and spiritual. The place itself isn't that large but the history beind it is amazing. You are also given candles as you exit the home to pay tribute. There is a nice spring of water which we were able to fill small pottery bottles.
Ephesus tours was fantastic.
It seems to be widely accepted that this is in fact the last house of the Virgin Mary. I felt very priveledged to have been able to visit this site, while on a tour offered by Princess Cruises. The now monistary is very small and takes only minutes to see through. I took the opportunity to light a candle.
This tour was booked as from a cruise ship arrival for 10 people. I must say we realy enjoyed we had a great time.