FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch
Overview
THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS / IF YOU ARE NOT A CRUISER, YOU CAN NOT JOIN THIS TOUR.
This tour is ideal for those who want to explore the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings at their own pace.
Your personal guide will meet you at Kusadasi port, accompany you to the various sites, including the ancient city of Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
At Ephesus, you will see the impressive ruins of the ancient city, including the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, and the Temple of Hadrian. Finally, the House of the Virgin Mary, believed by many to be the final resting place of Mary.
During your Ephesus tour, enjoy cultural visits to a traditional Rug Weaving School, a Leather Fashion showroom, and a Pottery Workshop, where you’ll experience authentic Turkish craftsmanship and local artisan traditions.
Stores to Visit:
Turkish Carpet Weaving Village
Ceramic Workshop
Leather Factory
What's Included
- Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Beverages
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)
- House of Virgin Mary
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
Meeting and Pickup
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
What To Expect
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Kuşadası Port
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Golden Fringe
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
The Temple of Artemis
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kuşadası Port Türkiye
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
- FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
- ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
- The tour especially designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- This experience 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
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- ❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
- THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS.
- Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Virgin Mary's House entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets
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).
- Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village.
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle.
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option).
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide.
- Beverages.
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option).
- House of Virgin Mary.
- Ephesus Ancient City.
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue.
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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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & 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
- Deluxe Lunch at Carpet Village
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Beverages
- Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)
- House of Virgin Mary
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Driver & Guide Tips - Gratitue
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
- FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
- ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
- The tour especially designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruise dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- This experience 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
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- ❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
- THIS TOUR DESIGNED ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS.
- Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Virgin Mary's House entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets
