Ephesus and Virgin Mary House Private Tour
Description
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Ephesus and the spiritual significance of the Virgin Mary House on this informative tour. Explore the ancient city where you’ll see remarkable sites like the Celsus Library and the Great Theatre, and learn about the vibrant life that once thrived here. Discover the Virgin Mary House, believed to be her final resting place, where you can reflect in a serene atmosphere. This private tour, led by an expert guide, offers a personalized experience tailored to your interests. - Visit iconic landmarks of Ephesus including the Temple of Artemis and Odeon - Enjoy a flexible schedule perfect for cruise passengers and private groups - Benefit from private transport and expert guiding services throughout the tour - Explore the spiritual ambiance of the Virgin Mary House with time for reflection and prayers
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What will travelers see and do when they book an experience in Ephesus Ancient City? When you book this experience, you are in for an unforgettable journey through Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best‑preserved archaeological sites in the world. With your guide leading the way, you will: Stand before the stunning façade of the Library of Celsus, one of the greatest libraries of the ancient world, and capture amazing photos. Explore the grand Great Theater, which once seated 25,000 people, and imagine gladiator fights, concerts, and ancient performances. Walk along the Marble Street and Curetes Street, lined with ancient shops, fountains, and elegant columns. Discover the Temple of Hadrian, the Roman Baths, the Agora, and many other remarkable ruins. Throughout the tour, your guide will bring the city’s history to life with fascinating stories about its architecture, culture, and daily life.
When you book this experience, you’ll visit one of the most sacred and serene sites in the region – the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final home of Mary, the mother of Jesus. With your guide, you will: Explore the humble stone house where, according to tradition, Mary spent her last years. Step inside the modest chapel-like interior, where visitors from around the world come to pray, reflect, and light candles. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere surrounded by pine trees and beautiful natural scenery on Mount Koressos. Visit the Wishing Wall, where travelers leave written prayers and hopes for the future. Taste water from the sacred spring, which many believe has healing properties. Your guide will share the moving history and spiritual significance of this site, respected by both Christians and Muslims. You’ll have time to walk around quietly, take photos, and soak in the calm, spiritual energy of this remarkable place.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
We visited the house of Mary and then on to Ephesus Paid to get in and the audio tour This was about £45 per person Once paid was approached by a tour guide but had already purchased the audio so declined Then inside had to download the app to the phone and follow the map very hard to follow and WiFi dropped out so made it hard to know what we were looking at But the place is still fascinating Very hot as exposed Busy No toilets until the end There are in the museum part Good place to see but note all the above We also booked a taxi that took us and waited - wanted £90 from Kusadasi we paid £70 in the end
This trip was absolutely amazing. Our guide Ilkur was incredibly considerate and professional, and we were completely satisfied with the whole experience.
Learnt a lot about the Ephesus ancient city and Virgin Mary house. The tour guide, Gul was excellent
Excellent day out, going the morning as it is very warm
Adding to my prior review with Zeynep as our guide. Zeynep Asku is her full name. She is amazing!
Discovery of the site: the entrance fee is €40 + €25, for a total of €65 (not counting the bus) to see ruins. It's an overpriced entrance fee! For comparison, the ticket costs €5 for local residents and was only worth €10 in 2010. The state has clearly applied huge taxes on tourists. It is really a shame for an exceptional site like this one.
The tour guide was very Friendly and knowledgeable
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with our tour guide. Providing friendly and knowledgeable service is always our top priority. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey with Creaos Travel!
We visited Ephesus while in port on our cruise. The Celebrity Ascent provided a great Tour through its Best of Ephesus excursion. We truly enjoyed our time exploring the ancient city along with the House of Mary and St. John’s tomb. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to seeing ancient history up close.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience in Ephesus! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the ancient city, the House of the Virgin Mary, and St. John’s Tomb during your port stop. The Ephesus region is truly a magical step back in time. Should your cruise ship bring you back to Kusadasi Port in the future, we would love to welcome you for a custom private tour to show you even more hidden gems of the Aegean! Safe travels on the rest of your journey!
Ephesus is an absolute must-see! It stands out for its remarkably well-preserved marble streets, monuments, temples, grand library, baths, music hall, theater, marketplace, and luxurious terrace houses. Few places in the world allow you to so vividly imagine what daily life was like nearly 3,000 years ago. Our driver, Jeff, was warm, knowledgeable, and incredibly considerate. He took us to several scenic viewpoints for photos, then dropped us off at the upper gate of the ancient city and picked us up at the lower gate. This made our walk through Ephesus mostly downhill and much more enjoyable. After our visit to the ruins, Jeff took us to see local artisans making traditional pottery and hand-painting ceramics. We also watched silk being extracted from cocoons and spun into thread for beautiful handmade carpets. He then stopped at local shops where we could browse Turkish skincare products and traditional desserts. Although the salespeople were enthusiastic, they were gracious and respectful when we decided not to purchase the jewelry or carpets. If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy taxi driver to explore the Kusadasi area, I highly recommend Jeff. He manages a local taxi company and made our day both comfortable and memorable. His phone number is +90 543 927 6089.
Dear Guest, thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review! We are delighted that your visit to Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the local artisan workshops in Kusadasi was both comfortable and memorable. Making sure our guests experience the best of our region with ease—like starting the ancient city walk downhill—is our top priority. We appreciate your recommendation of Jeff and our private tour/transfer services. Safe travels, and we look forward to hosting you again!
The trip was amazing our guide Ada very informative. Absolutely a must see for everyone.
Dear Guest, thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We are delighted that you enjoyed your tour and that our guide Ada helped bring the history to life. Your recommendation means the world to our team at Creaos Travel. We hope to see you again on your next journey!
