Bodrum to Ephesus & House of Mary: Private all-inclusive tour

Walk Ephesus and the House of Mary with entry, transport and lunch included in one price.

A private all-inclusive tour from Bodrum to Ephesus and the House of Mary, with hotel pickup, a professional guide, lunch at a traditional kebab house, all admission fees and complimentary drinks throughout the day. The tour runs eight to ten hours and returns on time to the port for cruise passengers. Children under three travel free. Ages three to seven receive a fifty percent discount.

Step-by-step itinerary

Bodrum to Ephesus and House of Mary

• Pick up from hotel in Bodrum
• Drive to House of Mary with refreshments
• Visit House of Mary sanctuary
• Explore ancient city of Ephesus
• Lunch at traditional local kebab house
• Drive back to Bodrum
• Drop off at hotel or preferred location

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in a luxury vehicle, then a scenic drive through the Aegean landscape toward the House of Mary. Complimentary refreshments from the minibar ease the journey. Your guide handles all the logistics. You sit back and take in the passing views.

The House of Mary is the first stop: a sacred sanctuary set among peaceful hills where Mother Mary is believed to have lived. The site carries a quiet stillness. Candles flicker softly and prayers are left behind like silent wishes. Time slows down here. From there, you move into Ephesus itself, walking marble streets worn smooth by centuries of footsteps. The Library of Celsus rises like a symbol of ancient knowledge, and the vast theatre whispers of voices that once filled the air. Your guide brings the stones to life without rushing you through.

Late lunch happens at a traditional local restaurant on the shore of Lake Bafa, set against the Latmos mountain inside Lake Bafa National Park. You eat, rest, and take in the view before the drive back to Bodrum. The operator guarantees an on-time return to the port if you are a cruise passenger.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
• a professional guide fluent in English, Spanish or Turkish.
• entrance fees to Ephesus and the House of Mary.
• lunch at a traditional local kebab house.
• complimentary drinks and refreshments throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Child (3 to 7 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Polestar Travel Agency

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Turkish, so choose the language that suits you. The fixed itinerary (House of Mary first, then Ephesus, then lunch at Lake Bafa) is what fits all three stops and the return into a single eight to ten hour day.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Turkish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 7 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What's included in the all-inclusive price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private luxury vehicle, professional guide in English, Spanish or Turkish, entrance fees to Ephesus and the House of Mary, lunch at a traditional kebab house, and complimentary drinks throughout the day. There are no extra charges.

How long does the tour take?

The tour runs eight to ten hours from pickup to return, depending on how much time you spend at each site and traffic on the route.

What is the House of Mary like?

The House of Mary is a sacred site set among peaceful hills where Mother Mary is believed to have lived. It is a simple sanctuary with a quiet, reflective atmosphere: candles flicker softly and visitors often leave prayers behind. The site draws people for faith, history and reflection.

Is there time to explore Ephesus thoroughly?

Yes. After the House of Mary, you spend several hours walking Ephesus, seeing the Library of Celsus, the theatre and the marble streets. Your guide tailors the pace to your interests, so you are not rushed through the ancient city.

What happens if I'm a cruise passenger and need to return by a certain time?

The operator guarantees an on-time return to the port. Let them know your ship's departure when you book so they can plan the schedule accordingly.