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For Cruisers: Small Group EPHESUS Tour with Temple of Artemis

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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Immerse yourself in history during this full-day tour to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary from Izmir. See the site where we believe the world’s most famous woman lived at the end of her life, after virgins mary,s house we will visit Ephesus. Deluse yourself in the most well-preserved ancient city in the world. Visit the ruins and stop at places such as the Odeon,the famous library from Celsus,the Bouleterion, the Temple of Hadrian, the Agora, the Bath of Scholastica, and the Great Theater. Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and explore the tiny village of Şirince.Transportation from the Kuadasi port or your hotel is provided by our airconditioned busses.

Highlights today will be the library of Celsus,the temple of Artemis and fruit wine tasting in Şirince.

What's Included

  • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
  • Lunch in a local restaurant.
  • Local Taxes.
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses.
  • Terrace Houses.
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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John. This place was offically declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 45 minutes and after our visit; there will be a 5 min drive to Ephesus.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

We will carry on with the visit to Temple of Artemis; which is one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be good chance to shoot photos of Church of St.John and Mosque of İsa Bey from the best angle as well.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sirince Koyu

Sirince is an old village of ‘Rum’ (Byzantine Greeks) situated on the hills of Selcuk and 7 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace treaty after Turkish National War (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit flavoured wine production; and you will have a free time for some wine tasting.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide.On our tour, we will be seeing Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and Latrines. The visit to a Private House (So-called brothel, ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 170 ₺/person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After Terrace Houses, we will carry on with our exploration of Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, and Arcadiane (Harbour Road).
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requireOur Ephesus Tour group are max 14 people on each day.
  • We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time.
  • When you book the one of Ephesus Tours the confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the For Cruisers: Small Group EPHESUS Tour with Temple of Artemis?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the For Cruisers: Small Group EPHESUS Tour with Temple of Artemis?
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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
  • Lunch in a local restaurant.
  • Local Taxes.
  • Transportation with A/C and Non Smoking vehicle.
  • Professional Turkish and English Speaking Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Drinks.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Terrace Houses.
  • Tips to driver and tour guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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Accessibility information for the For Cruisers: Small Group EPHESUS Tour with Temple of Artemis is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for For Cruisers: Small Group EPHESUS Tour with Temple of Artemis 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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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

  • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
  • Lunch in a local restaurant.
  • Local Taxes.
  • Transportation with A/C and Non Smoking vehicle.
  • Professional Turkish and English Speaking Tour Guide.
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses.
  • Terrace Houses.
  • Tips to driver and tour guide.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Our Ephesus Tour group are max 14 people on each day.
  • Some of Ephesus Tours has walking and not recommended for the people who has difficulties with walking.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requireOur Ephesus Tour group are max 14 people on each day.
  • We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time.
  • When you book the one of Ephesus Tours the confirmation will be received at time of booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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