Ephesus & House of Mary Tour – Private or Group Experience

Tour Itinerary (Approx. 5–6 Hours)
Ancient City of Ephesus — Walk through one of the best-preserved Roman cities. See the iconic Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Marble Street and other ruins.
Terrace Houses (optional/add-on) — Explore the preserved Roman houses that belonged to wealthy Ephesians (when this option is selected) for a deeper insight into daily life in ancient times.
House of the Virgin Mary (Meryem Ana Evi) — Visit the revered pilgrimage site traditionally believed to be the final home of Virgin Mary.
Temple of Artemis (outside / overview) — See the site of one of the ancient world’s Seven Wonders (most of the old temple is gone — ruins / site view).
(Note: Depending on the variant of the tour — private or group, with/without Terrace Houses — the exact order and included stops may vary.)
⭐ Why Travelers Love This Tour
Excellent value: “all-in” package with guide, transport, tickets — hassle-free sightseeing.
Rich historical experience: Ephesus + Christian heritage — great for both history buffs and religious or cultural tourists.
Convenience: Pickup from port/hotel, AC transport, skip-the-line tickets, and optional lunch make it easy and comfortable.
Flexibility: Private or small-group options, ability to customize stops and pace.
✅ What’s Included
Licensed, professional English-speaking local tour guide
Air-conditioned transportation (private minivan / vehicle) with pickup and drop-off from hotel / port / designated meeting point
Entry tickets / admission fees to major sites (Ephesus Ancient Ruins, House of the Virgin Mary, and other included stops) — when “ticket-included” option is selected.
Skip-the-line access to help you avoid long queues at busy times.
Lunch at a local restaurant (in tour variations where lunch is included) and bottled water / refreshment during the tour.
Pickup and drop-off from cruise port or hotels (if cruise-port or hotel pickup option selected) — convenient especially for cruise passengers.

❌ What’s Not Included (or optional depending on package)
Entrance fees — if you select a package without pre-paid tickets. Some option variants may require paying at the gate.
Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional refreshments, etc.)
Additional optional visits (if not included in chosen package) — e.g. some less-visited sites or extras beyond standard itinerary may require extra fee
Drinks outside the included lunch or refreshments (unless specified)