First-Class Journey to the Past: Luxury Ephesus Shore Experience
Step into the past and uncover the wonders of Ephesus, one of the most magnificent ancient cities in the Mediterranean. This immersive journey begins from Kusadasi with your professional guide and brings history to life through powerful stories and perfectly preserved ruins.
Walk the marble streets of Ephesus, once home to philosophers, emperors, and saints. Explore the Celsus Library, Great Theater, Roman baths, and the Arcadian Way once used by Cleopatra and Mark Antony. Feel the grandeur of a city that was once the heart of Roman Asia.
Then visit the peaceful House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site nestled in the hills. End your tour at the Basilica of St. John, built over the apostle’s believed burial site, where you’ll stand where history and legend meet.
This is a perfect tour for travelers seeking depth, beauty, and unforgettable cultural moments in a single day.
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First-Class Journey to the Past: Luxury Ephesus Shore Experience
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What's included in First-Class Journey to the Past: Luxury Ephesus Shore Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Begin with a Warm Welcome: Your day begins at Kusadasi Cruise Port, where your private, professionally licensed local guide welcomes you with a smile. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned luxury vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive to Ephesus.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Step into the Heart of Ephesus: Arrive at the upper Magnesia Gate and begin a guided walking tour through the ruins of one of the best-preserved cities of the ancient world. Visit the Odeon, the Roman Forum, and the Baths of Scholastica Marvel at the stunning Library of Celsus Imagine the voices that once filled the 24,000-seat Great Theater Stroll the Arcadian Way, where Mark Antony and Cleopatra once paraded Every stone here tells a story, and your expert guide will bring the city’s political, cultural, and spiritual history vividly to life.
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary: Continue up into the tranquil forested hills above Ephesus. At the House of the Virgin Mary, feel a deep sense of peace in this sacred space. Learn the incredible story of how this house was discovered Walk through the modest stone home believed to be Mary’s final residence Light a candle or make a wish at the Wall of Prayers This is one of the most spiritual and reflective parts of the tour.
Inclusions
- Parking Fees.
- Luxurious Vehicles For Your Round Trip Transfer.
- Traditional Turkish Lunch.
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide.
- Kusadasi Cruise Port / Pickup and Drop-off.
- Entrance fees.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities. (Optional)
- Personal Expenses.
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- It's advisable to book in advance due to the tour's popularity.
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks at the reservation time. Please look for your reservation name on the board in the port exit area.
