
Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 226 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers worth booking?
Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers is a 4-hour experience in Kusadasi, Turkey, from $89 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 226 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (226)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Private and Mini group Options You can choose private option to travel with your family and friends You can include Terrace Houses into your program by choosing with Terrace Houses option. Professional licenced English speaking guide , Parking fees, A/C Transportation are included
What you get
About this experience
Private and Mini group Options You can choose private option to travel with your family and friends You can include Terrace Houses into your program by choosing with Terrace Houses option. Professional licenced English speaking guide , Parking fees, A/C Transportation are included
What's included
Included
- GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
- Parking Fees
- Transportation with A/C vehicles
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines and you will pay to our guide )
What you'll see and do
Our guide will meet you at Kusadasi Port / Hotel with EPHESUS SHUTTLE sign. Meeting times are differ for each cruise line. Meeting time will be given during your confirmation.
10 minutes here
The House of the Virgin Mary
We will have 30 min. drive to 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.
45 minutes here · Admission not 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 not included
Ephesus Terrace Houses
Terrace houses included in " with Terrace Houses options " only. Not included in other options. Terrace Houses 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. Not recommended for people who has walking difficulties and acro-phobia (fear of heights).
30 minutes here · Admission not 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 your hotel / Kusadasi town center and port.
15 minutes here
Setur Kusadasi Marina Carsi
Drive to Port through Kusadasi Marina. Arrival and the end of services
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Mini Group without Terrace H.
Without Terrace Houses 4 hours: Pick up time is 30 to 60 minutes after your arrival at Kusadasi Port. Scheduled time will be emailed with in 24 hours. Pickup included
Private with Terrace Houses
Private Tour w/ Terrace House: You can choose private option to travel with your family and friends. Pickup included
Mini Group with Terrace House
Mini Group with Terrace Houses: Pick up time is 30 to 60 minutes after your arrival at Kusadasi Port. Scheduled time will be emailed with in 24 hours. Pickup included
Private without Terrace Houses
Private Option for Your Family: Private for your family and Friends. You will have private tour guide This option is not included Terrace Houses. 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
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Professional licenced English speaking guide , Parking fees, A/C Transportation are included.
- You can choose private option to travel with your family and friends
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 226 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
226 verified traveler reviews for Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Ephesus tour with Aleyna
Our guide, Aleyna was outstanding. She is highly educated and knowledgeable at the same time very friendly and super nice. The weather didn’t cooperate, it was nonstop rain. She gave us umbrella and didn’t cut corners of the tour. She has it all that you may expect from the tour guide and even more. Highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Hello, I don't know how to thank you enough for your comment. Your feedback is precious and has been proudly share with the entire team. Our colleagues' dedication to our guests is fully rewarded when we received such wonderful comments. 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
Amazing tour and tour guide
Aleyna was knowledgeable and very pleasant to talk to. I recommend her tour to everyone.
Response from the operator: Hello, Your kind words will be shared with our entire team, who will be thrilled to know they helped create this memorable experience. 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
We had a great experience with Ephesus Tours!
We had an EXCELLENT time touring from Kusadasi to Ephesus with Ephesus Shuttle. Our guide, Selda, and driver met us at the cruise dock on time (actually early). We paid for a semi-private tour, but it was only the two couples in our group present, so we essentially had a private tour. We were able to see everything we had wanted: Ephesus, Terra Cotta Houses, Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Selda walked with us through each site, guiding us through its history and significance. She timed our arrivals to minimize the lines. She also took several pictures with our phone, sparing us from the dreaded selfies, and making for much better photos and memories. We did stop at rug making and pottery shops, but more so for cultural significance. There was no pressure to buy - unless you saw something you like, and we could have excluded them from the tour if we wished. The entire tour was about 7 hours, but it would have been 5 without the shops (yes, we bought a rug, but we had on mind to do so). We thoroughly enjoyed our introduction to Turkey, thanks to Selda. I researched several providers, and Ephesus Tours provides the most complete and customer service oriented tour that checks all of the key boxes for your visit to Kusadasi.
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 her. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Ephesus Shuttle Turkey Team
via Tripadvisor
Great Ephesus tour guide
Aleyna was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and great to listen to! We thouroghly enjoyed her guiding 👍
Response from the operator: Hello, I don't know how to thank you enough for your comment. Your feedback is precious and has been proudly share with the entire team. Our colleagues' dedication to our guests is fully rewarded when we received such wonderful comments. 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
was an e cellent choice
Very well organized. Excellent booking experience. We loved our guide Aleyna.
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
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
- $89 to $129
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 79
- 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.
See everything Ephesus Shuttle Private & Small Group Tours runsWhy this scores 77
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Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kusadasi.
How much does Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers cost?
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Prices start at $89 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 226 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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Around 79 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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Included: GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT; All taxes, fees and handling charges; Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide; Parking Fees; and Transportation with A/C vehicles. Not included: Food and drinks; Gratuities; and Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines and you will pay to our. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers 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 Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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Across 226 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Private & Small Group Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tours for Cruisers?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Mini Group without Terrace H., Private with Terrace Houses, Mini Group with Terrace House, Private without Terrace Houses. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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