Ephesus Basilica of Saint John Virgin Mary's House Tours kusadasi
Overview
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Combination of History & Religion – You visit Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and St. John Basilica all in one day.
Cultural Immersion – Enjoy a live carpet weaving demonstration and learn about Turkish craftsmanship.
Authentic Cuisine – Traditional lunch included, giving a taste of local flavors.
Diverse Experiences – Combines archaeology, spirituality, art, and gastronomy in a single itinerary.
Expert Guidance – Knowledgeable guides explain the history, symbolism, and techniques behind every site and craft.
Additionally, during the tour, you will have the opportunity to walk through the ancient streets of Ephesus and feel the atmosphere of the Roman era, learn detailed stories and legends from your guide, and shop for small souvenirs or handmade items at local markets. At every step, the tour offers a rich visual and cultural experience, making it truly unforgettable.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Virgin Mary's House
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House) The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of kusadasi declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there
Ephesus Ancient City
Ancient City of Ephesus Our second stop is Ephesus Ancient City. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near kusadasi cruise port . As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor. Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most i
What‘s Included
Satisfaction Guarantee A delicious lunch!
Transportation [De-Luxe Car / Mini Van / Bus(coach)]
Professional Local Licensed Tour Guide(Our tour guide will be with you till end of the tour)
You have the flexibility to spend how much time you want in each site
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT
Worry-free shore excursion: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) if you are interested please let us know
Drinks
Gratuities
entrance fee of any archeological site
Options
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Duration: 4 hours
lunch
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Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour.
Azmina P,,Sep 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Fusun was just great as was the driver. Enjoyed Ephesus ruins & Virgin Mary's house. Glad we were early since alot more people arrived while we were leaving. It was wonderful that the turkish lunch was included with this tour & it was absolutely yummy. We opted to go to the hammam as well & Fusun our guide waited for us till we were done & we were driven back to the ship. So glad we went with this tour. Very comfortable & air conditioned car. Would highly recommend this company in Kusadasi. Thank you again.
History made alive!
Richard S,,Aug 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Your guide, Fusun Ozsurucu, was knowledgeable, caring, personable, and she made Ephesus come alive with her imaginative talks.
Do it!
Lawrence J,,Aug 3, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Great communication from the owner. Elif and our entire tour was amazing start to finish! The food and service at the restaurant were impeccable. They even got us back to the port right on time. I will take this tour again. Thank you to all of Elif’s friends along the way!
Super Day would recommend this trip with Fusun
Patricia M,,Jun 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Had an amazing day with Fusun, the information and knowledge that she had made it extra special. Kindness shown to us throughout the day, from everyone we met certainly made our visit to Kusadasi a special memory. thank you for the communications from the minute we booked, we never had to worry about a thing. a great big thank you.
Unique experience.
F1660GSdebbieb,,Jun 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00. I was a little worried but my group was very happy! Our guide was excellent and we have a group well traveled. The comments were WOW. I had no idea Turkey was so cool. Best food we have had on the cruise. Spent too much, ate too much drank too much, (raki is as WAY too much for me lol) life today was too much and we liked it.
Great local guide
736izzyc,,Jun 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour of Ephesus, local food and a carpet factor with Volkan. We did not feel too pressured to spend extra money and the guide was very knowledgable of the local history. The guide was polite and friendly and spoke good English. Our driver was also very good and we felt safe on this tour. I would recommend this tour to anybody that wants to explore Ephesus and explore local culture.
BEST OF EPHESUS with the BEST TOUR GUIDE!
teresad30,,Mar 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing tour of Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, Virgin Mary’s house, St. John’s Basilica as well as the lovely green countryside. Our guide, Fusun explained everything, was so very attentive, making sure that we did not miss anything made this one of the most memorable visits we have ever experienced.
Excellent tour and guide!
63mayh,,Mar 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fusun is an excellent guide! She is very knowledgeable about the history of each of the sites we visited. We appreciated being able to customize our tour with Samyeli Travel. Thank you Salman for being very accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our visits to the House of Mary, Ephesus and the Terrace Houses, and St. John’s Basilica.
Great experience !
D2573IS,,Mar 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great service in the center of Kusadasi ! We really enjoyed our Ephesus tour, it was so interesting. I will gladly recommend it to everyone who wants to explore Kusadasi 🙏😊
An Unforgettable Day in Ephesus!
Linda M,,Nov 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fusun was the absolute best guide for an all day tour to Ephesus and the surrounding area. We booked a tour for 4 through samyelitravel. Before we left for the trip, they called and welcomed us to Turkey. The tour was completely tailored to our interests. Fusun was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about giving us the absolute best day in Turkey. We started the day touring ancient Ephesus and ended the day at a Turkish bath. Everyone we met in Turkey was friendly and hospitable. I can’t wIt to return to this beautiful area of the world. Thank you Fusun for the highlight of our trip!
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