Full-Day Ephesus Regular Group Tour from Kusadasi
Pickup from Kusadasi
Your tour begins with pickup from your confirmed hotel or meeting point in Kusadasi.
As this is a regular group tour, several pickup points may be used. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.
After meeting your licensed professional guide and the other participants, depart for the Ephesus region.
House of the Virgin Mary
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, located in the peaceful hills above Ephesus.
According to Christian tradition, the Virgin Mary spent the final years of her life in this area.
Today, the site is an important pilgrimage destination and is visited by travellers from around the world for its religious significance, history and peaceful atmosphere.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Continue to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved and most important ancient cities of the Mediterranean world.
Once a major Roman port and commercial centre, Ephesus became one of the largest and most influential cities of antiquity.
Walk along its ancient marble streets with your guide and discover important monuments including:
- Odeon
- State Agora
- Curetes Street
- Trajan Fountain
- Temple of Hadrian
- Library of Celsus
- Commercial Agora
- Great Theatre
Your guide will explain the history, architecture and daily life of ancient Ephesus as you explore the city.
Lunch
Enjoy a lunch break with the group before continuing the tour.
Temple of Artemis
Visit the remains of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The temple was one of the largest and most celebrated sanctuaries of antiquity and played an important role in the history of ancient Ephesus.
Your guide will explain the original scale and significance of the sanctuary while you view the surviving remains.
Return to Kusadasi
After completing the visits, return to Kusadasi by air-conditioned vehicle.
Drop-off will be provided at your confirmed hotel or meeting point.
Tour Overview
Discover the essential highlights of Ephesus on a full-day regular group tour from Kusadasi.
Travel with a licensed professional guide and explore the Ancient City of Ephesus, visit the House of the Virgin Mary and see the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
This shared tour is designed for travellers who prefer to experience Ephesus as part of an organised group, with scheduled pickup from Kusadasi and comfortable air-conditioned transportation throughout the day.
Duration: 7–8 Hours
Tour Type: Regular Group Tour
Departure: Kusadasi
Tour Highlights
- Ancient City of Ephesus
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Temple of Artemis
- Library of Celsus
- Great Theatre of Ephesus
- Licensed professional guide
- Regular shared group experience
- Pickup and return from Kusadasi
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
Important Information
This is a regular group tour and is shared with other participants.
Pickup times are arranged according to the locations of participating guests. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before departure.
The tour duration is approximately 7–8 hours and may vary depending on traffic, group pace and local conditions.
The order of visits may change depending on opening hours, weather, traffic and operational requirements.
Entrance fees are not included unless specifically stated in your confirmed reservation.
The Terrace Houses are not included in the standard tour program.
Ephesus involves walking on ancient marble streets, steps and uneven surfaces. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
During the summer months, temperatures can be high. A hat, sunscreen and sufficient drinking water are recommended.
What's Included
- Pickup and return from designated locations in Kusadasi
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
- Licensed professional English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Parking and transportation expenses
- Local taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Entrance fees to archaeological sites and museums
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Terrace Houses entrance and visit
- Services not specifically mentioned as included
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Seasonal comfortable clothing
- Drinking water
- Camera or mobile phone
- Personal medication if required