
NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 107 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours worth booking?
NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours is a 4-hour experience in Kusadasi, Turkey, from $119 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 107 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (107)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $119 per person
NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Professional licenced English speaking guide , parking fees, A/C Transportation are included. When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully. Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES.
What you get
About this experience
NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Professional licenced English speaking guide , parking fees, A/C Transportation are included. When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully. Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES.
What's included
Included
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
- Parking Fees
- Transportation with A/C vehicles
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Meeting with our tour guide at Kusadasi port with your name sign. ( We have different pick up times for different cruises. The pick up time will be given during your confirmation )
10 minutes here
The House of the Virgin Mary
Our First stop is 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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Ephesus Ancient City
We will have 10 mins drive to Ephesus from The House of Virgin Mary. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor. Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Ephesus Terrace Houses
Visit Terrace Houses ( is included only in Private and with Terrace Houses Options only ) is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top.
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Temple of Artemis
We will stop at Artemission Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi.
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Setur Kusadasi Marina Carsi
Drive back to Kusadasi through shore line of Kusadasi. We will pass by Kusadasi Marina.
Pass by without stopping
Drop off in town center and/or port. The end of our services.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Group WITHOUT Terrace Houses
Without Terrace Houses: The meeting time will be emailed within 24 hours following your reservation, according to your ship's arrival time. Pickup included
Private tour with Terraces
ENTRANCE FEES ARE INCLUDED: Terrace Houses is included. Please check includes & excludes carefully when you compare our rates with others.NO HIDDEN COSTS Pickup included
Group With Terrace Houses
Mini Group with Terrace House: Mini Group tour. No Hidden Costs in our Tours. Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates Pickup included
Private WITHOUT Terrace Houses
Without Terrace Houses: The meeting time will be emailed within 24 hours following your reservation, according to your ship's arrival time. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ephesus Shuttle Private & Small Group Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES
- NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Professional licenced English speaking guide , parking fees, A/C Transportation are included.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 107 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
107 verified traveler reviews for NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Day!
We had an unforgettable day in Ephesus with Emrai our guide. Our private Ephesus and Virgin Mary tour was one the highlights of our time in Turkey. Emrai was top notch—knowledgeable, personable and made ancient history feel alive. The added stop at Lotus Ceramic Gardens, a UNESCO recognized family workshop was a perfect local touch. Informative, interesting and truly beautiful. So much so, we shipped a piece home. If you want to experience Ephesus beyond the crowds, book this tour and ask for Emrai. You won’t regret it!
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your experience and giving us such a good note! We hope to have the occasion to welcome you back soon. Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Ephesus Shuttle Turkey Team
via Tripadvisor
Excellent driver, knowledgable but unpleasant and somewhat pushy tour guide.
What we appreciated: Prompt pick-up; excellent driving; the tour guide was very knowledgeable about history and folklore; we appreciated learning all we did about Ephesus in particular. What we did not appreciate: Despite stating multiple times that we did not want to go to a rug store we ended up at a rug store. We were also pushed pretty hard to go to a pottery store, which we did manage to avoid. The guide was also somewhat dismissive of our stop preferences which as a bit strange as we had agreed on our itinerary before booking the tour. We also did not like the guide's speech about the evils of undocumented immigrants. We originally booked with Ephesus Tours because of other reviews that praised them for not trying to make their guest buy rugs, pottery and textiles. Unfortunately our experience in this regard was disappointing.
via Tripadvisor
Save money on shore tours
We had a great experience on this tour. Everything was as planned. Do not book your tour through the cruise. This is much cheaper and they wait for you as you get of the cruise and no payment until the end of your tour. Excellent guide Pinar. Do not hesitate to contact them Thanks again
Response from the operator: Hello, Please rest assured that your kind words have been passed on to the entire Team. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of her. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Ephesus Shuttle Turkey Team
via Tripadvisor
Excellent guide and tour
We visited Ephesus with Cengiz Lidir as an all party of six. Transport to and from the site was very comfortable. The whole experience was excellent, Cengiz was very knowledgeable and careful with the whole group ( footings can be a bit slippery), Unlike the cruise ship itinerary for Ephesus we were allowed access to the “Terraced Houses” which in fact was the highlight of the tour. First class guide and tour at a fraction of the cruise ship cost.
Response from the operator: Hello, Thank you again for your loyalty and thoughtful insights. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Ephesus and will do everything we can to ensure another wonderful travel. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Ephesus Shuttle Turkey Team
via Tripadvisor
Thanks for the unforgettable day!
The experience was great! Tez was an awesome guide who created a really smooth, insightful, and enjoyable catered experience for us, even in the hot weather. We were so glad to have learnt so much from him and have the opportunity to see archaeological works in progress.
Response from the operator: Hello, Please rest assured that your kind words have been passed on to the entire Team. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Ephesus Shuttle Turkey Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $119 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 37
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Ephesus Shuttle Private & Small Group Tours, who run 13 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.7.
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NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kusadasi.
How much does NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours cost?
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Prices start at $119 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kusadasi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kusadasi is not rushed.
Is NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 107 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kusadasi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kusadasi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kusadasi and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kusadasi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kusadasi?
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On Outty we rank every Kusadasi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch, Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour, Best of Ephesus: Private & Group Skip-the-Line Tour for Cruisers. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kusadasi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kusadasi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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Included: GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT; All taxes, fees and handling charges; Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide; Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines); and Parking Fees. Not included: Food and drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 7 listed pickup locations in and around Kusadasi. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.
What languages is NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kusadasi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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Across 107 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for NO HIDDEN FEES: Ephesus, Mary's House, Private-Mini Group Tours?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Group WITHOUT Terrace Houses, Private tour with Terraces, Group With Terrace Houses, Private WITHOUT Terrace Houses. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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