PRIVATE or SHARED: Ephesus & Mary's House Tour ENTRY FEES & LUNCH
Overview
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BEST-SELLING EPHESUS TOUR WITH A LOCAL EXPERT GUIDE!
Tour Highlights:
Ephesus Ruins – Walk in the footsteps of Mother Mary as you explore ancient streets. Marvel at iconic landmarks like:
The Great Theater
Celsus Library
Trajan Fountain
Odeon Temple
Terrace Houses (where the wealthiest Ephesians lived)
House of the Virgin Mary – Visit the sacred place where Mary spent her final days.
Capture stunning photos from the best vantage points!
Learn the rich history of early Christians and Romans from your expert guide.
Choose Your Experience:
Small Group Tour – A more intimate experience with up to 10 people.
Private Tour – A fully personalized tour tailored just for you.
Book now for an unforgettable journey through history!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children aged 8 and under enter free. Please bring passports for verification.
We GUARANTEE your on-time return to the port
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
✅INCLUDES ENTRANCE FEES OPTIONS: Enjoy the privilege of skipping the ticket lines.
❌EXCLUDE ENTRANCE FEES OPTIONS: y Especially in Private Tours, you’re not required to pay for sites you choose not to visit.
House of the Virgin Mary Entrance Fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Ephesus Entrance Fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Port Kusadasi Turkey
Based on the pick-up time we will coordinate with your ship's arrival, meet your guide at the Kusadasi Cruise Port to begin your journey to the first stop on the itinerary.
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
The House of the Virgin Mary, located 6 km north of the ruins of Ephesus, is believed to be the place where Mary spent her final days. A church was built here in the 6th century AD on the foundations of a 1st-century house, and it has been recognized by the Church as her last residence.
What‘s Included
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Entrance fees (for the "Entrance Fees Included" option)
Car Park Fees & Local Taxes
Pick-up & Drop-off from Kusadasi Port
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Entry fees (for the "Entry Fees Excluded" option)
Personal expenses
Beverages
Options
SMALL GROUP WITHOUT TICKETS
◉ This Option:: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
Duration: 5 hours
◉: Mercedes High Model Minibus.
◉ In Day:: ➤ Can be paid on tour day in cash or by card.
Pickup included
Private Tour with Entry Fees ✅
Entry Fees ✅: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
➤ : This is a PRIVATE tour with professional tour guide.
Lunch:: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected traditional restaurants.
◉: Brand New Mercedes Sprinter Minibus
◉: Guaranteed on time return to port.
Pickup included
PRIVATE TOUR WITHOUT TICKETS
◉ This Option:: ➤ EXCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
Duration: 5 hours
◉: Mercedes High Model Minibus.
◉ In Day: : ➤ Can be paid on tour day in cash or by card.
Pickup included
Small Group Tour + Entry Fees✅
Includes Entry Tickets ✅: ➤ INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS to Ephesus and House of Mary.
◉◉: Group size will be up to 10-12 people.
Lunch:: ➤ Taste Turkish cuisine at selected traditional restaurants.
◉: Brand New Mercedes Sprinter
◉: Guaranteed on time return to port.
Pickup included
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyed visiting Ancient...
Rosemarie P,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed visiting Ancient Ephesus and the House of Saint Mary. Had a great lunch at a rug factory although our visit there was a bit too long.
Small group tour met our...
Tania R,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group tour met our needs perfectly. Very informative and well organised. Our tour guide was lovely.
Ephesus small group with lunch and tickets
Daryl0902,,Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We started off a bit late since we booked the small tour group we had to wait for two guest coz they cannot follow instructions. Not the tour companies fault coz they gave us clear instructions where to find them. So regarding the tour itself. All i can say is for the price that we paid it was a very high quality tour. Out tour guide Yelis she was very Knowledgeable, Super nice and very considerate since we have a 11 month old baby with us. She always made sure that we are comfortable like being in the shade when she is explaining the area. And letting us know where the baby can feel more comfortable since it was really really hot that day. The food was amazing. It was a little taste of turkish food. Our bus had a little bit of a problem with air conditioning but they had a replacement bus right away so that was not a big trouble. All in all the tour was amazing and worth every penny spent. Thank you to our tour guide Yelis and put driver for doing an amazing Job!
**This tour comes highly...
Deidra K,,May 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00**This tour comes highly recommended and exceeded all our expectations.** Our driver was outstanding—extremely knowledgeable, kind, professional, and remarkably patient. We were captivated by the rich history of Türkiye, which he shared with such passion and depth. He was especially considerate and accommodating, ensuring our comfort throughout, even when one of our group members required a rolling walker on rocky and slippery terrain. His attentiveness to our needs and his dedication to providing a meaningful, personalized experience made this tour truly unforgettable. The lunch provided was exceptional, and we thoroughly enjoyed engaging in thoughtful conversations about the local culture. **If you're looking for an insightful, well-organized, and memorable experience, I cannot recommend this tour highly enough.**
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shaunal284,,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Cemal was fantastic. Good sense of humour and wonderful knowledge of all the sites we saw. Very personable.
Ephesus
Linda S,,May 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We located our guide without difficulty, however it was very crowded & we didn’t know to look on the name board
Ephesus, Sirince, carpet school
Margie W,,Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Erdem was very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English. We had a good time and learned a lot. The tour was a very good value too!
Fabulous tour and guide
N2329LPkeithm,,Feb 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible tour and guide. Pleasant, extremely knowledgeable about area and history. The sites are a must see and going with an expert guide is a must. Would highly recommend to family and friends.
Great day in Ephesus!
Adventure447229,,Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Vedat was excellent! He is extremely kind and knowledgeable. He customized the tour to our preferences and gave us a wonderful education on the area. Highly recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great day in Ephesus
Jason N,,Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour. Our guide's name was Vedat. He was extremely kind and knowledgeable. It was just my wife and me so he tailored the tour to our interests. I would highly recommend this tour and just doing a guided tour of Ephesus overall. It is a fascinating place and having a guide that can tell you all about it is extra helpful.
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