Private Tour

Private Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s House tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

Mobile ticket

THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR JUST FOR YOU, NOT A GROUP TOUR. DISCOVER EPHESUS WITH A PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE.

Ancient City of Ephesus is best preserved greek&roman city of Asia Minor. During the first centuries AD had 250,000 people population. Was the capital of Asian states of Roman Empire. During the visit you can see Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, The Great Theater, Marble Street. Also we will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent her last years and finally we will pass by the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

You meet your guide at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, or Kuşadası cruise port or Izmir and Kuşadası hotels.

Admission Not Applicable

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent her last years. You can pray and dring holly water of the house.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Hotel and Airport/Cruiseport Pick-up & Drop-Off

English speaking tour guide (or Spanish with an extra 50usd)

Typical local lunch

Avoid long lines

Parking fees

Hotel, airport / port transfer

Entrance fees to Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary (60 usd pp)

Pickup points

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Private Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s House tour

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Reviews

4.90

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Unforgettable experience
Stephanie G,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a wonderful and very personal tour. Our guide, Hakan, was amazing. He walked us around with thorough explanations of ruins and also present day Turkey.
History day and good company
paolamamimami,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
All great. Our guide Hakan coordinated everything perfectly from before the trip. It is very close and friendly. He has given us a lot of information not only about the visits but also a lot more. We would definitely repeat and recommend this tour
It was a nice experience full of sensitivity.
LeonoSanti,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our experience was incredible, as our Hakan Guide explained to us in a very professional way what is related to the ruins of Ephesus and the house of The Virgin... I will definitely recommend it with our friends, who will come to visit this beautiful place.
An unforgettable tour
161seray ,,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Efes is a great place. It exceeded expectations. Our tour and guidance were very good. We had a fun, memorable day.
5 star ephesus tour
749halec,,Jan 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Transportation, guide, all suggestions were great. We had such a great tour, delicious lunch also intersting visit to a ceramic workshop. 100% satisfied.
Worth visiting. Unforgettable experience
sezgins2025,,Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such an amazing place. Full of history and art. Much bigger and interesting than my expectations. An unforgettable experience for me. Recommend touring by a guide nd visiting the house of vigin mary as well.
Pretty good.
roglisz,,Nov 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a very good and immersive experience, the guide was very friendly, attentive, respectful and taught us different facts and curiosities of the country and region, in addition to that he took us to wonderful places. Fully recommended is a unique experience.
Excellent day touring Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s house
melissakatherineo,,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an incredible day visiting the ruins in Ephesus and the Virgin Mary’s house. Both sites are truly breathtaking and a treat for those who love history and landmarks of biblical significance. We also thoroughly enjoyed the context provided by our tour guide Hakan, who was highly experienced and knowledgeable and was able to communicate important facts about both sites to our family in both English and Spanish. Hakan was incredibly friendly and engaging and we highly recommend!!
Amazing Tour of Roman Ruins in Ephesus
brennyOh,,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing day exploring the beautiful roman ruins of Ephesus and the house of Virgin Mary! A million thanks to our excellent tour guide Hakan, who provided commentary in both english AND spanish for our group!! Also Hakan was very comical and he was happy to answer all of our questions and teach us about Turkish culture! He picked us up right on time from the Izmir port and the car was very fancy and clean! We returned with plenty of time back to our cruise ship, after a stress-free enjoyable day! :) The ruins themselves were an impressive sight to behold! Loved every minute of this tour, so worth it if you’re in Izmir for a day!
Ephesus pure history
Movetenelmundo,,Sep 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hakan is an excellent Guide that provides very useful explanations of each place. Very friendly and patient. That's definitely an amazing historic place.