Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi ( Ephesus ) Port
At a glance
Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi ( Ephesus ) Port is a 4h – 6h private experience in Selçuk, Turkey, operated by Private Ephesus Tours. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $39 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver, Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide entire day, Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h – 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOU AND YOUR TRAVEL COMPANIONS. Enjoy your full day,private guided tour that was focussed on Christian History in Ephesus. Visit Ancient City of Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, Saint John Basilica and Temple of Artemis. Walk on the streets where Apostle Paul and John walked, feel the peaceful atmosphere of House of the Virgin Mary, visit the tomb of John the Apostle in Saint John Basilica, see the Grand Theatre of Ephesus that St. Paul preached to Ephesians, take excellent pictures in front of Celsus Library,explore Roman Baths,Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, Agora, etc. Ensure a personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide. Since it will be your private tour, you can spend your time in the sites as much as you wished, take your pictures from best foto ops that are shown by your guide, ask your questions to your private guide who will be with you entire day.
What's included
What's included
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide entire day
- Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- All Taxes
- All Parking fees
- 100 % Satisfaction
Not included
- Entrance fees ( We will arrange the tickets in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities are appreciated
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets
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Stop 2 · 45m
House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006.
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Stop 3 · 30m
It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome of basilica.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Temple of Artemis that was one of the seven wonders of ancient world.
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Stop 5 · 5m
Resort city famous with hotels, beaches and port. This is the city that we meet our guests from cruise ships.
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Stop 6
Bazaars around Port
Meeting point
We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds.
THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No dress code
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi ( Ephesus ) Port take?
The experience lasts about 4h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver; Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide entire day; Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off; Private tour; All Taxes; All Parking fees.
Where does it start?
We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds. THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 76 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Selçuk.
