Private Ephesus Tour with the House of Virgin Mary
Ephesus → Virgin Mary → Artemis → Lunch
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets
- Licensed archaeologist guide
- Lunch at a family restaurant
Daily departures
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Hoş geldiniz, welcome to Ephesus
Ephesus tours, the local way
Private and small-group tours from Kuşadası, Selçuk & İzmir, shore excursions timed to your ship, and slow days in Şirince and Pamukkale. With the guides who live next door.
- Licensed guidesLocal, born and raised
- Tickets includedNo queues at the gate
- Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
- Pay laterNothing charged online
pick your kind of day
How would you like to see Ephesus?
Private Ephesus Tours
3 tours · from €95
Small-Group Tours
3 tours · from €55
Ephesus Shore Excursions
2 tours · from €69
Day Trips
4 tours · from €79
Multi-Day Packages
3 tours · from €249
Biblical & Faith Tours
3 tours · from €95
something else in mind?
Plan a custom day with us
Tell us your dates and interests, we'll build a private tour around them.
our guests' favourites
Best-selling Ephesus tours
Pick-up, guide and entrance fees included on every one of them.
Small-Group Ephesus Day Tour from Kuşadası & Selçuk
Ephesus → Virgin Mary → Artemis
- Small group, max 14 guests
- Lunch and entrance fees included
- Hotel pick-up
Daily departures
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Ephesus Shore Excursion from Kuşadası Cruise Port
Port → Ephesus → Virgin Mary → Port
- Back on board guaranteed
- Guide waits at the terminal exit
- Entrance fees included
Every cruise call
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arriving by ship?
Ephesus is just 20 minutes from Kuşadası pier
Your guide waits at the terminal exit with your name, and every excursion is planned around your ship's timetable.
Kuşadası20 min to Ephesus
İzmir1 hr to Ephesus
- Back on board at least one hour before all-aboard
- Full refund if your ship skips the port
short break or long journey
How much time do you have?
Private Ephesus Tour with the House of Virgin Mary
Full day · about 7 hours · Private
Small-Group Ephesus Day Tour from Kuşadası & Selçuk
Full day · about 7 hours · Max 14 guests
€65
Ephesus Shore Excursion from İzmir Cruise Port
About 7 hours · Private
€109
Ephesus & Şirince Village Tour with Wine Tasting
Full day · about 8 hours · Max 14 guests
€79
a local's guide
Ephesus in eight stops
What each place is, how long it needs and why it is worth it.
why travel with us
One place, done properly
- Licensed local guides
Every guide holds a Ministry of Culture and Tourism licence and lives in Selçuk or Kuşadası.
- Ahead of the crowds
We start early and enter from the top gate, so you reach the Library of Celsus before the busy hours.
- Small groups only
Shared tours are capped at 14 guests. You hear the guide and never wait for a coach.
- Book now, pay later
No card details online. We confirm by e-mail or WhatsApp, you pay a deposit or on the day.
landing in İzmir?
Private airport transfers
Fixed price per vehicle, meet and greet in arrivals, free waiting time if your flight is late.
Book a transfer- Selçuk / Ephesusfrom İzmir Airport (ADB) · 50 min from €45per car
- Kuşadasıfrom İzmir Airport (ADB) · 1 hr from €55per car
- Şirincefrom İzmir Airport (ADB) · 1 hr from €55per car
- Didimfrom İzmir Airport (ADB) · 1 hr 40 min from €85per car
good to know
Ephesus tour questions
How much time do I need for Ephesus?
Allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the ancient city itself, plus 45 minutes if you add the Terrace Houses. A full day lets you add the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis and lunch in Selçuk or Şirince.
What is the best time of day to visit?
Early morning. The gates open around 8:00 in summer, and the first two hours are cooler and quieter before cruise groups arrive. Late afternoon is the second-best option, especially in summer.
What is the best time of year to visit Ephesus?
April to early June and September to October have warm days and fewer crowds. July and August are very hot (often above 35°C), so start early. Winter is mild and quiet, though some days are rainy.
Are entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, on every guided tour unless it is listed under "not included". The Terrace Houses need a separate ticket, which is included on our Terrace Houses tour and optional on the others.
Do you pick up from my hotel or cruise ship?
Yes. We pick up from hotels in Kuşadası, Selçuk and Şirince, from Kuşadası and İzmir cruise ports, and from İzmir airport. Staying elsewhere? Ask us.
How do I pay?
There is no online payment. Send a booking request, we confirm availability by e-mail or WhatsApp, then you pay a small deposit or the full amount on the day in cash (EUR, USD, TRY) or by card.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Day tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before the start. Shore excursions are refunded in full if your ship skips the port. Multi-day packages have their own terms shown on each tour.
Is Ephesus suitable for wheelchairs and strollers?
Partly. The main streets are paved marble but uneven, and there are some steps. On a private tour we use the lower gate and plan a route with fewer slopes. Tell us your needs and we will advise honestly.