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Day tour in Ephesus- cruise stop
Yavuz was fantastic! Personalized the tour to our interests. Excellent English and so knowledgeable. Great tour with great guide
ALL INCLUSIVE Biblical Ephesus with BIBLE Oriented Guide &LUNCH
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Price from
- $169 / person
- Location
- Kusadasi, Türkiye
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 606 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Private & Small Group Ephesus & Istanbul & Turkey Tours
Description
NO HIDDEN COSTS in our rates. Entrance Fees and Lunch are INCLUDED Private Biblical Ephesus Full day tour with our Bible Oriented tour guide. This tour combines the early history of Christianity with pre-Christian heritage Private Tour for your family and friends, You will decide on departure time, Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, You do not have to wait for other group members
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 12 times a day, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 8–90)
- $169
- Child (ages 4–7)
- $59
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your private guide will meet you at Kusadasi Port at pre-arranged time. Pick up time will be given during your confirmation.
Ephesus Ancient City
After greeting, we will have 20 mins. Drive to Ephesus area. Ephesus (Rev. 2:1-7), major port city on the Aegean, was the commercial, political, and religious center of all of Asia Minor. After a lunatic completely burned the Temple of Diana (Artemis) on the night, that Alexander the Great was born in 356 B.C. The Ephesians worked for 120 years to complete a magnificent reconstructed temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. The city became part of the Roman Empire in the second century B.C. As a Roman capital of Asia Minor, Ephesus boasted a population approaching 250,000 people. The Apostle Paul’s first visit to Ephesus was brief—during his second missionary tour (Acts 18:19-21). His second visit lasted about three years—during his third missionary tour (Acts 19:1 to 20:31). Luke’s account of the worship of Diana appears in Acts 19:34-35. The Great Theatre (stadium) mentioned in Acts 19:29-31 could seat 25,000 people. Walk the marble-paved street with grooves made by chariot wheels. See the Fountain of Trojan, the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.Visit the Chapel of the Virgin Mary (Double Church), where the Third Ancient Council convened.
The House of the Virgin Mary
The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there. LUNCH included. 4 kinds of Turkish Mezes, Salad, Chicken & Meal Ball, Fruits
Basilica of St. John
After Lunch break near Ephesus in a local restaurant we drive to St. John’s Basilica, it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.
The Temple of Artemis
We will stop at Artemision Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi port / hotel
Kusadasi
Drive back to Kusadasi city center and to port after the tour The end of our services When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES and Lunch Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates
What's included
Included
Traditional Turkish Lunch
GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the lines )
Bible Oriented Professional Tour Guide
Private transportation by brand-new vehicles with AC
Private tour for your family and Friends only.
Not included
Drinks and tips are not included in the price
Pickup Locations & Times
The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email. Biblical Ephesus tour with Bible Oriented tour guide, Entrance fees and Lunch No Hidden Costs in our tours. Please check whats included and whats not included before your book your tour. Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests and from the listed hotel guesst from their receptions with room numbers. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message. Private Biblical Ephesus Full day tour with our Bible Oriented tour guide. This tour combines the early history of Christianity with pre-Christian heritage • Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
606 reviews
How it compares in Kusadasi
- No. 20 by number of reviews among 1,242 tours in Kusadasi
- Starting price $169 is 99% above the typical $85 for tours of similar length in Kusadasi
Excurgo comparison of 1,242 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No Hidden Costs in our tours. Entrance fees and Lunch are included in our rates.
- Please check whats included and whats not included before your book your tour.
- This tour combines the early history of Christianity with pre-Christian heritage
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
ALL INCLUSIVE Biblical Ephesus with BIBLE Oriented Guide &LUNCH lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $169 per person for this Kusadasi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–7 pay from $59, adults from $169. Infants go free.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. The meeting time at Kusadasi port varies for each ship. Generally, the meeting time is 45-60 minutes after your ship arrives. The Kusadasi Port meeting time will be sent via email. Biblical Ephesus tour with Bible Oriented tour guide, Entrance fees and Lunch No Hidden Costs in our tours. Please check whats included and whats not included before your book your tour. Pick up from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests and from the listed hotel guesst from their receptions with room numbers. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message. Private Biblical Ephesus Full day tour with our Bible Oriented tour guide. This tour combines the early history of Christianity with pre-Christian heritage • Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour. Pickup points include Korumar Hotel De Luxe.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 606 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Private & Small Group Ephesus & Istanbul & Turkey Tours.
Reviews(606)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Exceptional Ephesus
Our guide, Yavuz, is extremely knowledgeable. Our tour began with the Mother Mary’s House. We then toured the remains of ancient Ephesus, and learned about the Apostle Paul’s time in Ephesus. Fun highlights of our tour also included a visit to see Turkish rugs, family crafted cini pottery & a delicious lunch. We visited the tomb of the John the Apostle & ended our day at the markets. We highly recommend Yavuz.
B
Great Visit
Trip was great. Had a great time.
6
Beyond Fantastic guide and experience
Our guide, Meleh, was fantastic! Maybe the best guide I've ever had on a trip. His knowledge of the Bible, the other 1st & 2nd century writings, teachings of the Apostolic Fathers, and archeology was AMAZING! Can't say enough good things about this trip. The lunch was fantastic.
B
Look no further than Ephesus Shuttle for an amazing experience!
Yavuz was such a delight! So informative, considerate of our time and interests. He gave us the best customized tour imaginable of Ephesus and surrounds. We had a seamless pickup, traveled in absolute luxury, had a fantastic local lunch and lots of laughs. I give Yavuz and Ephesus Shuttle my highest recommendation. This is the only way to see Ephesus!
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The Best of Ephesus
Yavuz was an EXCEPTIONAL guide! His English was perfect and he was very knowledgeable. Our pick up was easy and seamless. Yavuz knew how to skirt the crowds and knew all the perfect photo spots. Highly recommend!!
J
A wonderful experience in Ephesus Turkey
Kai & Sebastian were excellent guide and driver. Pick up was easy even among the chaos of coming off a cruise ship. They knew how to get ahead of the crowds but we never felt rushed. Kai was knowledgeable and informative on all 3 of our stops (we elected not to see the temple of Artemis.). The lunch was great and traditional. Afterwards we toured the carpet factory sponsored by the government. This was also informative and Kai told us we were not obliged to purchase anything. We had an early All Aboard and the men got us back in time for last minute shopping. Overall I highly recommend this tour.
J
Biblical Tour of Ephesus.
Conca was amazing! Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, detailed. We had an incredible day of learning. Our driver was safe and wonderful. It was an awesome day.
M
Fabulous biblical tour!
Conca was amazing and informative. We enjoyed her hunour and candor. Thanks for sharing your life and time with us. Maggie and Jim Eastman with Jayne and Cecil Cogswell
J
Personal attention and very knowledgeable guide. Absolutely recommend. We loved this tour.
We ended up with a private tour. We went at our own pace all day. Our guide was very knowledgeable. We learned much We didn't already know, and my husband is a pastor who has studied the Bible in depth. We were treated with personal attention, had a great Turkish lunch, met the vendors at the rug and ceramics markets, really felt a connection to the area. I highly recommend this tour. It's so much more close to the locals than a big bus tour with 20 to 30 people.
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