Private Ephesus, St. John Basilica, The House of Mary with Lunch
Overview
Private tour allows you to see almost all the highlights close to Kusadasi. Our private tour includes visits to Ephesus, The House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, The Temple of Artemission.This private full-day tour includes a private guide, private transportation by brand-new minibus with A/C and a traditional kebap lunch with mezes and salad that is not to be missed.
• Private Tour for your family and friends
• You will decide on departure time
• Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign,
• Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure,
• You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary,
• You do not have to wait for other group members
• You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
• Lunch in a local restaurant is included.
What's Included
- Traditional Turkish Lunch
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- Private tour for your family and Friends only
- Private transportation by brand-new vehicles with AC
- Private professional licensed tour guide
- Tips & Personal Expenses are not included
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
Meeting and Pickup
The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email.Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests and the reception of listed hotels for guesst who are staying in these hotels. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.• Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour. • Lunch in a local restaurant is included
What To Expect
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Kuşadası Port Türkiye
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Agora Restaurant
1 minute Admission Ticket Included
Basilica of St. John
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Private tour allows you to see almost all the highlights close to Kusadasi. Our private tour includes visits to Ephesus, The House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, The Temple of Artemission.
- Traditional kebap lunch with mezes and salad that is not to be missed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Traditional Turkish Lunch.
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT.
- Private tour for your family and Friends only.
- Private transportation by brand-new vehicles with AC.
- Private professional licensed tour guide.
- Tips & Personal Expenses are not included.
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line ).
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..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Ephesus, St. John Basilica, The House of Mary with Lunch is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Private tour allows you to see almost all the highlights close to Kusadasi. Our private tour includes visits to Ephesus, The House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, The Temple of Artemission.
- Traditional kebap lunch with mezes and salad that is not to be missed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Ephesus, St. John Basilica, The House of Mary with Lunch 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!
Mar 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Traditional Turkish Lunch
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- Private tour for your family and Friends only
- Private transportation by brand-new vehicles with AC
- Private professional licensed tour guide
- Tips & Personal Expenses are not included
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Private tour allows you to see almost all the highlights close to Kusadasi. Our private tour includes visits to Ephesus, The House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica, The Temple of Artemission.
- Traditional kebap lunch with mezes and salad that is not to be missed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
