Itinerary
- Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.
- Ancient City of Ephesus: Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House): The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her 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 or Dormition.
- Ephesus Terrace Houses: Terraced Houses, are located on the hill, opposite the Hadrian Temple. Also called “the houses of rich”, they are important for the reason that they give us an idea about the family life during the Roman period. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan of the city in which roads transected each other of right angles.
- Guaranteed return on time to cruise. You will be dropped off to Kusadasi port.
Includes
- Deluxe Lunch
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
- Drinks
- Entrance fee of Ephesus 40 €
- Entrance fee of House of Virgin Mary 500 TRY
- Entrance fee of Ephesus Terrace Houses 10 €
Details
A Hidden Sights of Ephesus Tour for cruisers that includes Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, and the Terrace Houses begins with pick-up from the Kusadasi Port. You'll then travel by private vehicle with your guide to the various hidden gems and lesser-known landmarks in and around Ephesus.
After the tour, you'll be driven back to the Kusadasi Port, with drop-off provided as part of the tour. Hidden Sights of Ephesus Tours offer the opportunity to discover lesser-known gems and landmarks in and around Ephesus, and to avoid the crowds that often accompany more popular tourist destinations. A private guide can also provide insights and context that enhance your understanding and appreciation of the sites you visit.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Village
Leather Factory
After the tour, you'll be driven back to the Kusadasi Port, with drop-off provided as part of the tour. Hidden Sights of Ephesus Tours offer the opportunity to discover lesser-known gems and landmarks in and around Ephesus, and to avoid the crowds that often accompany more popular tourist destinations. A private guide can also provide insights and context that enhance your understanding and appreciation of the sites you visit.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Village
Leather Factory
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Terrace Houses entrance fee is 15 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of the Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Guided by indigenous locals.
- GUARANTEED TIMELY CRUISE RETURN
- FOR CRUISE GUESTS
