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Ephesus & Mary's House Tour With A Local Guide - PRIVATE

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| Kusadasi, Turkey
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Overview

Enjoy with a local guide & experience for a fully-customized tour from Kusadasi to the Ancient City of Ephesus and House of Mary. You’ll learn the stories behind the stones of Ephesus, from detailed friezes to statues, terrace houses, and the fascinating Library of Celsus. After spending time exploring at your own pace you’ll travel to the House of the Virgin Mary, where the famous biblical figure is thought to have lived before she died. Don’t miss this opportunity to see some of the most ancient sites in all of Asia and learn about the region’s important history and culture. Then pause for a lunch of local cuisine(optional). Since this tour is designed just for you, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the things that interest you most, with all transport in a climate-controlled minivan.

What's Included

  • All Taxes
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
  • Private Tour & Transportation (Luxury, new model Minivan)
  • Entrance Fees(I will arrange the entrance tickets in advance, do not need to wait in the ticket line
  • Lunch & Drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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-Kusadasi Cruise Port (We recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port ) -Kusadasi/ Selcuk Central Hotels (pick up time is 09.00 am) Izmir Airport (It varies according to the landing time of your flight at the airport.) Izmir Cruise Port (We recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port ) Izmir Central Located Hotels (pick up time is 08.30 am)Ps: After completing your reservation, you will be contacted as soon as possible.

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Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus is one of the world’s best-preserved Greco-Roman archaeological sites including Library, Hadrian Temple, Latrines(Public Toilets), Odeon and Trajan Fountain, etc.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

Terrace Houses which are located on the hill that was covered with fantastic frescoes and mosaics. Also called ''The Houses of Rich”, give us information about family life during the Roman period. ( Optional)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see during your visit.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was a great building belonging to the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was the largest building in the Hellenistic world, surpassing even the Athenian Parthenon, and the first monumental structure built entirely of marble.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church Of St. John The Baptist (Vaftizci Yahya Kilisesi) (pass by)

You can see Saint John Basilica from distance. It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome of the basilica. Just ask your guide if you would like to see the interior part of the basilica.
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Isa Bey Mosque (pass by)

Isa bey Mosque is one of the finest examples of Seljuk architecture in Anatolia and the oldest ones in the area
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Kuşadası Port Türkiye (pass by)

At the end of the tour, we will give you some time to explore local goods and around 15:00 – 16:00 we will drop you back to the Cruise Port or Hotels Ps: This tour designed as the preferences of cruise passengers, and ensures your on-time return to onboard time.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus & Mary’s House Tour With A Local Guide – PRIVATE?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus & Mary’s House Tour With A Local Guide – PRIVATE?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • All Taxes.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
  • Private Tour & Transportation (Luxury, new model Minivan).
  • Hotel/Port pickup & drop-off.
  • Parking Fees.
  • Professional Local Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance Fees(I will arrange the entrance tickets in advance, do not need to wait in the ticket line.
  • Lunch & Drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Ephesus & Mary's House Tour With A Local Guide - PRIVATE is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ephesus & Mary’s House Tour With A Local Guide – PRIVATE will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • All Taxes
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
  • Private Tour & Transportation (Luxury, new model Minivan)
  • Hotel/Port pickup & drop-off
  • Parking Fees
  • Professional Local Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees(I will arrange the entrance tickets in advance, do not need to wait in the ticket line
  • Lunch & Drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Before you book tour. Inform me ''Will someone physically assists you if needed? ( push a manual wheelchair) ''

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