From Bodrum: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Private Tour

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Travel from Bodrum in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a full-day journey to the ancient city of Ephesus and the sacred House of the Virgin Mary with your licensed professional guide. Walk along the marble streets of one of the best-preserved classical cities in the world as you explore iconic landmarks such as the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, enriched by clear and engaging historical insights. Continue to the peaceful hillside shrine believed to be the Virgin Mary’s final residence, a spiritual site visited by pilgrims from around the globe. With comfortable round-trip transportation, personalized guiding, and a flexible pace tailored to your group, this private tour offers a seamless, enriching, and exclusive cultural experience from Bodrum.

Highlights

Private Full-Day Tour from Bodrum

Enjoy a comfortable round-trip journey in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pick-up and drop-off included for a seamless travel experience.

Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus

Walk through one of the best-preserved classical cities in the world and discover iconic landmarks such as the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and ancient marble streets with your licensed professional guide.

Visit the House of the Virgin Mary

Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the sacred hillside shrine believed to be the Virgin Mary’s final residence and an important pilgrimage site.

Licensed Expert Guide

Benefit from clear, engaging historical explanations and personalized attention throughout the day.

Flexible & Personalized Experience

Travel at your own pace with a fully private itinerary tailored to your group’s interests and comfort.

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What's included

Professional licensed local tour guide

Private round-trip transportation

Seamless journey with included transfers

Guaranteed on-time return for cruise passengers

Fully air-conditioned, brand-new vehicle with a separate professional driver

Port or hotel pick-up and drop-off

Know before you go

This is a fully private tour operated exclusively for your group.

Duration is approximately 10–12 hours, including round-trip transportation from Bodrum.

A moderate amount of walking is required at Ephesus; comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.

We recommend bringing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen during the summer months.

The House of the Virgin Mary is a religious site; modest attire is advised.

Entrance fees are not included unless otherwise specified in your booking confirmation.

Guaranteed on-time return for cruise passengers (please provide your cruise details at the time of booking).

This tour operates in all weather conditions.

Opening Hours

Closed Now

Monday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Tuesday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Wednesday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Sunday8:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Location of Ephesus Ancient City

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Cancellation Policy

Cruise Passenger Cancellation Policy (Port Guarantee)

If your cruise ship is delayed, changes itinerary, or cannot dock, you will receive a full refund (or free reschedule) as long as you notify us as soon as possible. We actively follow ship schedules and always plan the tour to return you to Kuşadası Cruise Port well before departure time.

Standard Cancellation Policy

Change Your Ticket to Another Museum or Modify ticket within 24 before of your scheduled visit

Reviews of Ephesus Ancient City

4.8

(36,593 Google Reviews)

Ari

a month ago

Beautiful and awe-inspiring! A must see if you're into history and archaeology. As of Jan 2026 the amphitheater is undergoing restoration, so its off limits to climb around, but the smaller theater is open. It is absolutely worth it to pass the extra and see the terrace homes. We got the museum card though because we are traveling around Turkiye and while everything is cheap, the museum prices for foreigners are extremely high. The bathroom inside after you enter the southgate is free, the ones outside the gates aren't. This is not a good place for wheelchairs or people with difficulty walking. It can get hot (it was a 65°F sunny day in Jan) so plan your attire accordingly and bring a hat/wear sunscreen. If its summertime, maybe even an umbrella for shade.

Paul

2 months ago

What a truly historic site to visit !! The history here is absolutely amazing and well worth the entrance fee and the lineups. This was one of our favourite sites to visit during our stay in Turkey. Even though we were on a small group tour that didn’t mean we had a private tour or anything. We were one of many smaller tour buses amongst all the larger and plentiful tour buses bringing in all the tourists. Maybe 750-1200 people there at the same time. A bit busy but still very much worth the wait and the crowds. An absolute astonishing site to visit and learn about. Incredible!! I would highly recommend you tour through Ephesus Ancient City if you are ever in Turkey 🇹🇷 Paul and Andrea Canada 🇨🇦

Justin Savoy

3 months ago

WOW is absolutely an understatement for how amazing Ephesus truly is. The entrance fee was 40 euro per person, but it is absolutely worth the price of admission. I had to stop multiple times throughout the city to reflect and realize how exceptionally beautiful Ephesus is. I highly recommend stopping at the cafe. The macarons were delicious. The cafe cats also really enjoyed the smoked Gouda and turkey sandwich haha. The Ephesus museum is also a very nice feature. There is an audio tour available that walks through the history of Ephesus. It is around 20 minutes long, but you may have to wait up to 20 minutes outside of the cafe for the next show to start. There are shops and food options situated conveniently outside of the exit. There are also a wide variety of cats and dogs throughout Ephesus, and all of them are incredibly friendly and well-behaved.

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