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Ephesus Private Tour from Kusadasi: Celsus Library & Virgin Mary House★ 4.98 (2,251) · 4h–6h
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Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary: Private Tour from Kusadasi★ 4.88 (226) · 4h–7h
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Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary: Private Kusadasi Cruise Tour★ 5.00 (298) · 5h 30m
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✓ 2026-09-28Real price per person across the 21 options: US$ 12.60–US$ 589 (median US$ 59). With an extra fee to pay on site: 6 of 21. With 100+ reviews: 18 of 21.
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Ephesus, Temple of Artemis & Virgin Mary: Private half-day tourA private half-day tour of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned vehicle and lunch included. The tour runs 4 to 5 hours and covers the Celsus Library, the Grand Theater, the Odeion and Roman Baths, then moves to the Temple of Artemis—one of the seven wonders of the ancient world—before ending at a Byzantine church where Mary is believed to have lived. Entrance fees to Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House are paid separately; drinks are not included with lunch.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're traveling as a couple or small family and want to see three major ancient sites—Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary—without renting a car or navigating entry fees and timing on your own. The private vehicle and guide mean the day moves at one pace, and you don't wait for a group to assemble or move between stops.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary: Private Tour with Lunch & Entry FeesYou’ll walk ancient marble streets in Ephesus with your own guide, climb through mosaic-filled terrace houses, pause for quiet reflection at the House of Virgin Mary in the hills above Kusadasi, and share a traditional Turkish lunch before returning—full, tired, maybe changed a little.
Ephesus, Virgin Mary & Artemis: Private Tour with Lunch & EntryYou’ll walk ancient streets in Ephesus with a private guide who brings legends to life, pause for quiet reflection at the House of Mary, and enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch—all entry fees included. Experience real textures under your feet and stories in your ear before returning to Kusadasi with new memories tucked away.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary: Private Tour with Skip-the-Line AccessYou’ll step into Ephesus’ ancient streets with a private guide who brings lost worlds to life, pause at the peaceful House of Virgin Mary in pine-scented air, visit St. John’s Basilica, and glimpse what remains of Artemis’ temple. Along the way, expect small moments—cool marble under your hand or laughter over coffee—that linger long after you leave.
Ephesus: Private Shore Excursion with Artemis & Virgin Mary, LunchYou’ll wander Ephesus’ timeworn streets with a local guide who brings its secrets alive, pause by Artemis’ ancient columns, share lunch near Selçuk village, and feel an unexpected hush at Mary’s house—all with easy pickup from your cruise port.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary: Private Tour with Terrace Houses OptionYou’ll start your day with pickup at Kusadasi port and wind through pine-scented hills to visit the House of the Virgin Mary before exploring ancient Ephesus on foot with a local guide. If you choose Terrace Houses, you’ll see mosaics up close. The tour ends back by the sea — but some moments will stay with you much longer.
Private Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour from KusadasiA private guided tour of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary departing from Kusadasi cruise port, with a licensed local guide, air-conditioned transport, and lunch in the countryside included. The guide arranges skip-the-line tickets for you, and the return to your ship is timed to your departure schedule so you can explore without watching the clock.Is it for me?Choose the private option if you're traveling as a family or small party and want the flexibility to move at your own pace through Ephesus without coordinating with other groups. Pick the small group option if you'd prefer to share the experience and cost with up to eleven other travelers while still having a dedicated guide and vehicle for the day.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary: Private Bible Study Tour with PickupYou’ll walk Ephesus’ marble streets with a local guide who brings scripture alive right where it happened. Pause for quiet reflection at the House of the Virgin Mary and enjoy a countryside lunch full of fresh flavors before exploring ancient basilicas and temples. This day trip from Kusadasi isn’t just about history—it’s about feeling connected across centuries.
Ephesus, Virgin Mary & Artemis: Private Day Tour with LunchYou’ll walk ancient marble streets in Ephesus, stand quietly at the House of the Virgin Mary, share a traditional Turkish lunch under shady vines, and see what remains of the Temple of Artemis—all with an expert local guide who handles every detail from pickup to skip-the-line tickets. Expect real stories, laughter, and moments that linger long after you’re home.
Istanbul to Ephesus Private Day Trip: Ruins & Virgin MaryA private day trip from Istanbul to Ephesus includes domestic flight, hotel pickup, and a professional guide in English, Spanish or Japanese. You enter through the Magnesia Gate and descend into the ruins of a Roman provincial capital, passing the Odeum, Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan and Great Theater, then visit the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary. The 12-hour itinerary is built around a private vehicle and guide, so the pace and stops stay yours alone.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see both the archaeological ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary in a single day without coordinating flights, transport or a shared group schedule—the private guide and vehicle let you move at your own pace through the sites.
2 to 5 hours (3)
Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour from Kusadasi - Skip LineThis guided tour from Kusadasi covers Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis in 4 to 6 hours, with pickup at the cruise port and a professional English-speaking guide. You choose between a private tour or small group, and you can add skip-the-line entry tickets to walk straight into the sites without waiting at the gate. The return time is coordinated with your ship's departure so you don't miss it.Is it for me?Choose private or small-group to match your party size, with return timing locked to your ship's departure so you catch both Ephesus's highlights and your vessel.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Day Trip from IzmirYou're picked up from your Izmir hotel at 7:45 am and driven to Ephesus, where you walk the marble streets of a Roman city, see the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater, visit the House of Virgin Mary on a hillside, and stand at the Temple of Artemis — one of the ancient world's seven wonders, now mostly stone and memory. Entry fees and lunch are included, and you're back by early evening.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis in one day without arranging transport, tickets, and timing yourself — the fixed schedule and included pickup handle all three, leaving you to focus on the walk itself.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary: Guided Shore Tour with Fast EntryYou’ll walk ancient streets in Ephesus with a local guide who knows every story, pause at the quiet House of Virgin Mary up in the hills, and see what remains of Artemis’ temple — all with easy port pickup and no ticket lines. It’s a day that lingers long after you’re back on your ship.
Half day and longer (5)
Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour from Kusadasi: Skip-the-Line EntryA guided tour of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary designed for cruise passengers docking at Kusadasi, with pickup and drop-off at the port, a professional English-speaking guide, and entry tickets included so you skip the ticket queue. The tour runs 4 to 6 hours and returns you to the ship on time; you choose whether to include entry tickets at booking or pay the guide in cash on the day.Is it for me?Your cruise docks at Kusadasi—skip the transport scramble and entry lines with a guide who meets you at the port and takes you straight into Ephesus's ancient ruins.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary Day Trip from Izmir with Lunch & PickupYou’ll walk Ephesus’ ancient streets alongside a local guide who brings its stories alive, pause at the peaceful House of Virgin Mary with time for quiet reflection, enjoy Turkish lunch in bustling Selçuk, and travel easily thanks to included pickup and entry fees. Expect moments that linger long after you’re home.
Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Day Trip with Lunch & PickupYou’ll walk ancient marble streets in Ephesus with a local guide, visit the peaceful House of Virgin Mary above town, and pause at what remains of the Temple of Artemis. Lunch is included along with hotel pickup — expect honest food and real stories that linger after you’ve left.
Ephesus Day Tour from Izmir: Ancient Ruins & Virgin Mary ShrineYou visit the House of the Virgin Mary, walk the full ancient city of Ephesus with its temples and library, see the Temple of Artemis, and eat lunch between sites — all without arranging your own transport or entry tickets. Eight hours round trip from Izmir, with a guide who knows which streets matter and where the light is best for photos.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Ephesus's main sites in one day without renting a car or buying tickets separately — the fixed schedule and included transport are what make eight hours of walking and history feel manageable rather than rushed.
Ephesus, Artemis & Virgin Mary: Day Tour with Port PickupYou’ll wander Ephesus’ ancient marble streets with a local guide who brings history alive, pause by stork-topped columns at Artemis’ temple, share lunch in Selçuk, then find quiet at Mary’s hillside home before returning to your ship — all with pickup included.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 21 of the 21 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Ephesus Private Tour from Kusadasi: Celsus Library & Virgin Mary House is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.98 out of 5 across 2,251 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 10 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
