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SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus
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SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE Highlights of Ephesus

4.5 / 5 total 3687 reviews
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Product code: 6435
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Explore the best Ephesus tours with our exclusive and crafted SKIP THE LINE PRIVATE tours so you don’t have to follow the crowd.

This is an excellent SKIP THE LINE private tour for you to discover the fascinating archaeological site of Ephesus, including the Terrace Houses and the House of the Virgin Mary. Also, have a memorable shopping experience of bargaining in the local shops and factories.

When you arrive in the port of Kusadasi, your private guide will be waiting to lead you to your own luxury vehicle, during a 20 minute ride to Ephesus, your guide gives you a brief info about the area and about the country.

As you arrive in Ephesus, you will first see the Magnesia Gate, a marvelous example of ancient architecture that once stood tall as an entrance to the city. Begin a downhill walk with your guide into the city’s ruins. The route will take you past the Odeon, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. The theater, one of the city’s best-preserved monuments, it is still used today for the local spring festival. It once had seating space for 24,000 people, and it is believed to be the site where St Paul preached to the Ephesians.

You will also get to visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a domed cruciform chapel a couple of miles from Ephesus that became a significant place of Christian pilgrimage.

The House of the Virgin Mary is considered by the Vatican to be a Holy Place, and a small shrine, dedicated to her, was found in the ruins when the house was first discovered. The shrine is still cared for by the Lazarist Fathers, and Mass is celebrated at this spot every day. A curative spring runs through the property, from which you are welcome to drink.

In1961 Pope John XXIII made known that ceremonies could be performed in the House of the Virgin Mary discussions about the place were subdued and the number of visitors gradually increased. The house was declared a place of pilgrimage. In 1967 Pope Paul VI and in 1979 Pope John Paul II visited. Nov. 29, 2006  Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Mass at the House of the Virgin Mary in Ephesus.

This private tour is an excellent example of how guided tours should be done, with well-prepared local guides, who know and love their country and ready to answer all your questions.

Highlights
  • See how the Greek port of Ephesus became the greatest city
  • See famous sites the Temple of Hadrian, Celcius Library and Odeon
  • Learn about the important history of Ephesus and Virgin Mary
  • Walk in the footsteps of biblical figures at the House of Virgin Mary
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: This is a Private Tour That is Run Exclusively for the Person or Group Who Booked the Tour.
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, German, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish
  • Duration Duration: 5 to 6 hours
  • Skip the Line Skip the Line
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick up time to be confirmed once you know time of your cruise docking.Pick up time to be confirmed once you know time of your cruise docking.
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick-up and drop off from Kusadasi Cruise port
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Inclusions
  • Private De-Luxe Fully Air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz van with Separate Driver
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
  • SKIP THE LINE: Private Guided tour of Ancient Ephesus and House of the Virgin Mary
  • All Parking fees
  • All Taxes
Exclusions
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drink
  • We will arrange the Entry Tickets in advance so you will avoid the long ticket queues.
Pickup and Drop-off
Pick-up and drop off from Kusadasi Cruise port

Know Before You Go
  • Rest rooms can be found at the site of House of Virgin Mary and Ephesus.
  • Bring your camera (there is plenty of photo opportunities)
  • Ephesus requires walking long distances over uneven surfaces, comfortable clothing and closed toe, sensible walking shoes are recommended. Sunglasses and sunscreen are suggested.
  • At time of booking, Cruise Ship passengers must provide the following details under Special Requirements: Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
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Reviewed by MapleLeafTravels CA   March 09, 2025
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Polite service start to finish Guide noticed my kid loved gladiators and showed us hidden graffiti of sword fights Skip the line access crucial with limited port time House of Mary was spiritual even for nonCatholics Driver adjusted AC without asking when kiddo looked flushed Only wish terrace houses had more shade areas
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Reviewed by Marie-Claude FR   March 08, 2025
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Incroyable The terrace houses mosaics made me emotional Our guide explained how Ephesians lived better than my history professor The van driver drove so smoothly I napped between sites They forgot to mention steep paths at Virgin Mary site my sandals were not ideal But overall magnifique experience
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Reviewed by RioAdventurer BR   March 07, 2025
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Guia super animado fez história parecer novela O teatro antigo é gigante não sabia que cabia tanta gente Melhor parte foi beber água da fonte milagrosa espero que funcione A van era luxuosa mas estrada tem curvas quem enjoa melhor levar remédio Valeu cada real pago principalmente sem filas
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Reviewed by Sakura_Explorer JP   March 06, 2025
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Very thoughtful guides provided sun hats when they saw us squinting The library’s facade is more impressive than photos Appreciated quiet moments at Virgin Mary site while guide whispered explanations Smooth booking process but website description needs better map of walking route Still best tour we took in Turkey
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Reviewed by Jenny from the block US   March 02, 2025
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Our guide Mehmet was ace knew every stone in Ephesus like his backyard The skip the line thing saved us hours specially with the cruise crowds House of Virgin Mary felt peaceful even though im not super religious The van was comfy and driver kept offering water Wish we had more time at the library tho
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Reviewed by Sandy toes AU   March 02, 2025
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Mate this tour’s the duck’s nuts Guide cracked jokes about ancient hangouts while showing proper respect Felt speccy walking through that theater imagining Paul preaching Van had icy AC lifesaver in 38 degrees They didnt rush us at the shops even when I haggled for 20 mins over a lamp Cheers for the memories
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Reviewed by Björn S DE   March 02, 2025
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Efficient and educational Guide timed each site perfectly to avoid masses Appreciated detailed explanations about Hadrians temple restoration Driver was punctual and van spotless Only negative restrooms at Ephesus were not as clean as expected But overall would recommend for history enthusiasts who dislike group tours
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Reviewed by Nina1988 ES   March 02, 2025
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Vale la pena totalmente La guía hablaba español perfecto y contó leyendas que no están en los libros Me sorprendió lo fresco que estaba el agua del manantial en la casa de María El conductor ayudó a mi abuela a subir al van sin problema Ojalá hubiera más tiempo para fotos en el teatro antiguo pero el horario del barco apretaba
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Reviewed by DaveyB GB   February 28, 2025
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Top notch private tour Guide had proper knowledge about roman plumbing systems which sounds odd but made the ruins come alive Skipping queues was a godsend in the heat Virgin Marys house was busier than expected but our guide timed it right Only gripe is the carpet factory stop felt a bit forced but we got baklava samples so can’t complain
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Reviewed by Luca Rossi IT   February 27, 2025
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Ho imparato più in 5 ore che a scuola Guide knew about hidden symbols in Celsus Library carvings Skip the line worth every euro when you see other groups sweating in line Only thing the house of Mary is small gets crowded but we went early Driver let us stop for turkish coffee bonus points
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