From Kusadasi: Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Guided Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 7h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
- See the ancient city of Ephesus: One of the best-preserved cities in the world
- Visit the house where the Virgin Mary lived during her final years
- Discover these two destinations with a proffesional tour guide
- Visit the Great Theatre, where St. Paul preached against the pagans
- Marvel at the well-preserved structure and statues of the Library of Celsus
Activity location
- Selcuk
- Selcuk, İzmir, Türkiye
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Selcuk
- Selcuk, İzmir, Türkiye
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From Kusadai: Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Guided Day Tour
- 7h
- English
What's included, what's not
- Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Land transport by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Car Park fees
- Tips to the guide and driver (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Ephesus entrance fee (€40)
- House of the Virgin Mary entrance fee
What you can expect
Ephesus is one of the most significant ancient cities in Turkey and is located near the modern city of Selcuk, which is approximately 19 km away from Kusadasi. A guided tour of Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary from Kusadasi offers visitors an excellent opportunity to explore the rich historical heritage of this ancient city, and the religious significance of the House of Virgin Mary.
Ephesus was established in the 10th century BC, and it was one of the most important cities in the ancient world for centuries. In the Roman period, it was the second-largest city in the empire after Rome itself. It was an important centre of trade, culture, and religion, and many notable figures from history have walked its streets, including Julius Ceasar, Cleopatra, and St. Paul.
The guided tour of Ephesus offers visitors a chance to explore the most remarkable highlights of the city, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Artemis, the Great Theatre, and the House of Love. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the magnificent architecture of these ancient structures, and learn about Ephesus' history and culture from an expert guide.
The guided tour also includes a visit to the House of Virgin Mary, which is located only a few kilometres away from Ephesus. The House is believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary spent her final days, and it has become a significant pilgrimage site for Christians from all over the world.
The House of Virgin Mary guided tour offers visitors an opportunity to explore the peaceful and serene surroundings of the House, and to learn about the history and significance of this religious site. Visitors will also have the chance to attend a mass if they wish, and to light a candle in memory of loved ones.
Finally, the guided tour comes to an end with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few ruins remain today, visitors can still imagine the grandeur of this ancient temple, which was dedicated to the goddess of hunt and wild animals.
Location
Activity location
- Selcuk
- Selcuk, İzmir, Türkiye
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Selcuk
- Selcuk, İzmir, Türkiye