Private Tour
PRIVATE EPHESUS & MARY'S HOUSE TOUR from Izmir Cruise Port
Overview
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A PRIVATE TOUR BY LOCALS ONLY FOR YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS!
Your way, your pace. Experience the timeless beauty of Ephesus on a private tour tailored to your preferences. Our expert guide will accompany you through the ancient ruins, sharing fascinating insights and answering your questions. Whether you're a history buff or simply seeking a unique cultural experience, our private tour offers the flexibility and attention to detail you deserve. This is a PRIVATE TOUR including only your own PARTY. Once you meet your guide, you are able to tailor your day. You are able to visit any or all of above places depending on your interest;
• EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY,
• THE HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY,
• TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS,
• LOCAL HANDICRAFTS,
• AUTHENTIC TURKISH LUNCH,
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We highly recommend you to meet our team, after 30/45 minutes your ship docked to the Port. So, you might beat the crowds, school buses, and hot weather in order to have a better experience during your Tour in Ephesus.
After you complete your booking, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Izmir
We will meet you at the Cruise Port! Once your tour is confirmed, we will promptly contact you with your personalised meeting time and exact pickup location, carefully planned according to your cruise ship’s arrival and departure schedule. After greeting our team at the port, you will begin your journey with a comfortable 1-hour drive to Ephesus. Along the way, your guide will share valuable insights about Turkey, the region, and what to expect during your tour.
The House of the Virgin Mary
The House of the Virgin Mary (or Meryem Ana Evi in Turkish) is a place where, according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent the last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption (according to Catholic doctrine) or Dormition (according to Orthodox belief). Currently, the restored house serves as a chapel. Typically, the chapel is crowded by huge numbers of tourists who visit Meryemana while on their way to or from Ephesus. The place is under the care of the Franciscan order. The House of the Virgin Mary also has enormous significance for the Muslims, for whom Mary was the mother of one of the great prophets of Islam, called İsa Peygamber (i.e. Jesus).
What‘s Included
Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
Gratuities recommended
Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased museum tickets, so you can skip-the long ticket lines)
Ephesus Ruins
Mary's House
Options
PRIVATE TOUR
INCLUDING: Professional Tour Guide and Transportation throughout your Tour. Top-level service quality!
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ephesus tour from Izmir cruise port
Myriam M,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow, this tour was nothing else but amazing. And, let’s talk about our tour guide Fatima - very nice and kind, patient, and most of all, very knowledgeable with the history of Ephesus and the house of Virgin Mary’s site. She really took the time to explain all the need and important information needed to know and be familiar with. Also, the time she took to get us in places like outlet for the leather products and also the rug factory where they are hand made was phenomenal. I would recommend her as a tour guide. Thank you!
Best tour guide ever!
Debra G,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great experience with Ilene and her driver. We were greeted at the gate bright and early so we could get a quick start to our tour. Ilene was so knowledgeable and articulate! She explained in detail every aspect of our tour and answered every question thoroughly. Her personality was delightful and she was very approachable and friendly. We would highly recommend her for an excellent travel experience!
Mehmet was a fabulous...
Kim P,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Mehmet was a fabulous tour guide. Very interesting knowledgeable. The tour company was very punctual and honestly, very organized. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Ephesus day tour in Apr23
sau kundu,,Apr 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fatema was our guide for Ephesus day trip. She was really good in explaining different areas.. we also went to a good restaurant with all local cuisines..
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