Ephesus and Virgin Mary Tour with Skip the Line, Lunch incl.

Tour at a glance

Itinerary

1. 1
   Ephesus Ancient City

   Meet at meeting point. Kusadasi Cruise Port Drive to Ephesus around 20 mins. Entry Fee - Officially 40 euro , cash for the skip line ticket Visit Ephesus Ancient City from upper gate to lower gate. And meet with the car at lower gate. No walking back to the upper gate. See: State and Commercial Agora, Roman Baths, Bouleterion ( parliament building ), Prytanion, Relief of Health Symbol - Gods - Emperors, Fountains ( Pollio-Trajanus ), Temple of Hadrianus, Scholastica Bath, Latrines ( public toilets ), Love House, Roman Terrace Houses, Celcius Library, Kuretes Street, Marbel Street, Great Theather, Harbour Street, Sewer System, Water System, Gymnasion, Tombs, Mile Stones, Statues.

   1h 30m Admission not included
2. 2
   The House of the Virgin Mary

   Visit Mother Mary House. Entry Fee - Officially 400 liras per person. ( approx 15 Usd ) Get information about Mother Mary's journey from Jarussalem to Ephesus with St. John. Talk about St. John and early Christianity in Jarussalem and Ephesus. How they came and lived around Ephesus. Also information about Pope's visitation to Virgin Mary House. Pope VI. Paulus 26 July 1967, Pope II. İoannes Paulus 30 October 1979, Pope XVI.

   45 min Admission not included
3. 3
   The Temple of Artemis

   Visit Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders in ancient world. See its rare location together with İsa bey mosque , Selcuk Castle and Basilica of St. John.

   20 min Admission free
4. 4
   Isa Bey Mosque

   Visit İsa bey mosque. Get information about architecture of the building. Talk about İslam religion and holy book. Mosques in Turkey

   20 min Admission free
5. 5
   Ephesus Terrace Houses

   Roman Houses - Mosaics - Wall Paintings Entry Fee - Officially 12 euro Have a great walking between Roman houses, get information about Roman s daily life at home. See their mocaics on their courtyards and watch the wall paintings on their walls.

   45 min Admission not included
6. 6
   Kusadasi Castle

   Kusadasi or Pigeon Castle is a symbol of the city. While passing next to it you will be informed about its foundation history. You will get brief information about walking path inside the castle.

   Pass by (no stop) Admission free
7. 7
   Selcuk

   Selcuk town center. Selcuk is the smallest town of Izmir province that is one of the most historical , religious , ancient location in the world. While going to Ephesus ancient city you will see the city center and will be informed about local life, daily life, tradition and culture of this town. Also you will get information of the agriculture and all the flora around.

   Pass by (no stop) Admission free
8. 8
   Kusadasi

   Kusadasi sea side - center. At the beginning of the tour you will pass from Kusadasi city center and will get information about the historical buildings in town. Kusadasi is one of the touristic resort town. Not only for tourist but also for turkish people its very populer to have summer holiday. You will be informed about its importance. What makes the city that much important? You will get information about historical places,, daily life , touristic life, what people do in winter , agriculture, tradition, culture and many others.

   Pass by (no stop) Admission free

Meeting & pickup

Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.

Kusadasi Cruise Port. Tour Guide will be waiting with the sign at port exit gate in the parking lot. !!! ONLY CRUISE GUESTS reservations are accepted. Our tour will start after our guide meets you at the Kusadasi cruise port. Your guide will greet you with a sign with your name on it.

Schedule

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entrance fees: We will arrange the tickets in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines. Please make ready the entrance ticket price in cash

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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