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Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our tour starts around 08.30am and ends around 5 pm. This tour includes visits to several attractions just in 8 hours. First attraction is the House of Virgin Mary, where she is believed to have spent her last days. Secondly, we will walk on the marble streets of the ancient city of Ephesus which was once an important center for Ionian League, but the ruins you will see are from the Greco-Roman times. The tour also includes the exploration of Temple of Artemis, which is one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity. At the end, we will drive to Sirince, a small village on the hills of Selcuk, famous for fruit flavored wines.

- House of Virgin Mary
- Explore the Ephesus Ancient City Ruins
- Lunch in a restaurant with traditional Turkish food.
- Visit Artemis Temple
- Wine tasting in Sirince
- Our tour group max 14 people.

What's Included

  • Lunch Experiencing local food
  • Entrance Fees
  • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası, Selçuk and Izmir.
  • Personal expenses
  • All drinks
  • Gratuities
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We pick up from all hotels in Selcuk and Kusadasi; and from the port of Kusadasi

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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

It is the house 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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Ancient City of Ephesus

Walking through the marble streets of Ephesus while exploring Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, Arcadiane (Harbour Road).
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

Exploring one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity; and also Church of St. John and Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle for photo shooting.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sirince Koyu

An old village on the hills of Selcuk famous for fruit flavored wine production and traditional houses. It was once inhabited by 'Rum' (Byzantine Greeks) who were exchanged with the Turkish from the Greek mainland after the peace treaty following the Turkish National War.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
  • We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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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Activity code: C-19104P10

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What's Included

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  • LunchExperiencing local food
  • Entrance Fees
  • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası, Selçuk and Izmir.
  • % 100 Satisfaction
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local Taxes.
  • Personal expenses
  • All drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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