Join us on a full-day guided tour to discover the highlights of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary. Your journey begins with a comfortable pick-up from your hotel or cruise port.
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site surrounded by peaceful nature. Then explore the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Walk along its marble streets and see iconic sites like the Celsus Library, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, and more.
You’ll also have the chance to visit the Terrace Houses (optional), and learn more about the city's history at the Ephesus Experience Museum. After a traditional Turkish lunch, stop by the Temple of Artemis, and view the Basilica of St. John and the İsa Bey Mosque from the outside.
Round-trip Transfer
Licensed Tour Guide
Local Lunch
A/C Comfort Vehicle
Local Taxes
Entrance Fee
Gratuity
Beverages
Start your Ephesus and Virgin Mary House tour with a hassle-free pick-up from your hotel or cruise port. Begin your day at the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site recognized by the Vatican, nestled in the hills of Selçuk near Ephesus.
Continue to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world and a top destination for Biblical tours in Turkey. Walk along the iconic Curetes Street, and see highlights such as the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Temple of Domitian, Temple of Hadrian, and the Roman Latrines. Upgrade your experience by visiting the Ephesus Terrace Houses, where you can admire breathtaking Roman mosaics and frescoes.
Next, visit the world-famous Celsus Library, the Great Theatre with 25,000 seats, the Marble Road, Arcadian Street, and the Commercial Agora. Gain deeper insight at the Ephesus Experience Museum, a modern exhibit showcasing ancient life through immersive technology.
Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch at a local Turkish restaurant. In the afternoon, stop by the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. End your day with views of the Basilica of St. John and the İsa Bey Mosque before a relaxing drop-off at your hotel or port.
