Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Cruise Shore Excursion

Walk the marble streets of Ephesus past the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, and Great Theater on a guided journey through ancient history and sacred sites. Small-group and private options are available, with or without admission tickets.

• Visit the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final years
• Discover the remains of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
• Explore the 14th-century İsa Bey Mosque, an example of early Turkish architecture

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at the exit of the immigration gate at Kusadasi Cruise Port. Look for a sign with your name. Departures are available at 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00.
2. Explore Ephesus Ancient City, the House of Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and İsa Bey Mosque on a guided tour.
3. Return to Kusadasi Port after the 5-hour tour. Return times range from 12:00 to 20:00 at hourly intervals, depending on your departure time. Tour timing adjusts to your cruise schedule.

What's Included

• Professional English-speaking guide
• Round-trip transfers from Kusadasi Port

Important details

• Cruise passengers only
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
• This activity is not recommended during pregnancy or for anyone with high blood pressure, heart disease, or other serious medical conditions
• Bring a valid ID
• For options without admission tickets, entrance and museum fees are not included in the listed price. Your guide has skip-the-line Ephesus tickets, which you'll pay for directly in euros, US dollars, or Turkish lira
• Tripods are not allowed at Ephesus; cameras are welcome
• Luggage storage is not available