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Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch

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This is a private Ephesus tour from Cruise Port of Kusadasi, only for you and your party. Only for Cruiseship travelers. We visit Virgin Mary House/Ephesus/Temple of Artemis / Basilica of St. John. Some of the monuments that you will see are Celsus Library, Roman Baths,Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, Agora, Great Theatre and many more... We take care of every detail for you.
Few people actually know that Ephesus is the center of Biblical stories. St. Paul of Tarsos on his missionary journies stayed and preached in Ephesus. As approved by many religious sources Virgin Mary and St. John the evangelist lived here in Ephesus. Third Ecumenical Council is held in Ephesus. This city is one of the Seven Churches mentioned in the book of Revelation. Whats more, the city speaks for itself as it is truly still standing on its feet. There are very few ancient cities in the world which makes you feel as if you are wandering in those times. We invite to this mystical journey..

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  • Delicious Local Lunch
  • Parking Tickets
  • Private Luxurious Vehicle
  • Ephesus entry ticket
  • Virgin Mary House entry ticket
  • Basilica of St. John entry ticket
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THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS. IF YOU ARE NOT CRUISE TRAVELER, PLS DONT BOOK. After booking,we arrange the meeting time with the guests. When you come to the car park of the port of Kusadasi, our professional tour guide will welcome you. We highly recommend that you come to the parking after 30 / 45 minutes after your ship has docked. This will help us beat the crowds. It is better if you wear comfortable shoes. For summer time, a hat is recommended.

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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Virgin Mary House near Ephesus is the place where she passed the last days of her life. She came here together with St. John the evangelist. Three popes from Vatican visited and blessed the house. Millions of people visit this house every year for pilgrimage.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus is a great Roman ancient city situated close to Kusadasi port. In this tour we promise you the visits of House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Temple Of Artemis, Basilica of St. John. Some of the monuments we will see in Ephesus are Celcius Library, Great Theatre of Ephesus, Hadrian Temple, Traijan Fountain, Domitian Temple, Parliment building. Virgin Mary (Mother of Jesus) passed the last days of her life here. A big part of the Gospel of St. John was written in Ephesus. Ephesus is one of the Seven churches mentioned in Bible. Lunch
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Ephesians had a mother goddes called Artemis. They built one of the seven ancient wonders of the world which is called as the temple of Artemis.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Basilica of St. John

This is the tomb of St. John ( The writer of the fourth book of the New Testament and the Book of Revelation). Over here early Christians built a chapel and on the sixth Century AD. Justinian the Great (Byzantine Emperor) built a great Basilica.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS. IF YOU ARE NOT CRUISE TRAVELER, PLS DONT BOOK

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
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The following is included:
  • Delicious Local Lunch.
  • Parking Tickets.
  • Private Luxurious Vehicle.
  • On time return guarantee for Cruise Travelers.
  • Skip The Lines in Ephesus ( We prepare everything so that you dont wait in long lines in Ephesus.
  • Professional Tour Guide with Biblical Expertise.
The following is NOT included:
  • Ephesus entry ticket.
  • Virgin Mary House entry ticket.
  • Basilica of St. John entry ticket.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Private Biblical Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port with Lunch is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Delicious Local Lunch
  • Parking Tickets
  • Private Luxurious Vehicle
  • On time return guarantee for Cruise Travelers
  • Skip The Lines in Ephesus ( We prepare everything so that you dont wait in long lines in Ephesus
  • Professional Tour Guide with Biblical Expertise
  • Ephesus entry ticket
  • Virgin Mary House entry ticket
  • Basilica of St. John entry ticket

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS. IF YOU ARE NOT CRUISE TRAVELER, PLS DONT BOOK
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