• Port Kusadasi Turkey - Meeting at the Ege Port. Your guide will be waiting at the exit gate holding a board with your name on it.
• Virgin Mary’s House - Located in the Aladağ Mountains, just 5 miles from Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary is a significant pilgrimage site. According to tradition, Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. The site was recognized as a place of pilgrimage by the Archbishop of Kusadasi in 1892, following the discovery of the house. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited and prayed at this sacred location, cementing its importance for visitors from around the world.
• Ephesus Museum - Located in the Aladağ Mountains, just 5 miles from Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary is a significant pilgrimage site. According to tradition, Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. The site was recognized as a place of pilgrimage by the Archbishop of Kusadasi in 1892, following the discovery of the house. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited and prayed at this sacred location, cementing its importance for visitors from around the world.
• Nomadic Carpet & Kilims - Our tours from Kusadasi include a complimentary lunch with authentic Turkish food, a highlight for many of our guests. Afterward, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative, where you can explore local culture and crafts. Entrance is free, and there is no obligation to buy anything—just enjoy this unique cultural experience.
• Ada Saray Hammam - Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish Bath in Kusadasi. Begin with a few minutes in the sauna, followed by a gentle body scrub with a bath glove (kese), and finish with a soothing foam massage. This complete treatment leaves your skin soft, refreshed, and renewed—truly a rejuvenating experience.
• Port Kusadasi Turkey - We will drive you back to port.

• Pick-up and drop-off from Cruise Port
• Fully air-conditioned, brand-new Mercedes vehicle with a separate driver
• Professional, licensed local tour guide
• Visits to wholesale factory outlets and an art gallery outside the town
• Turkish Bath
• Complimentary alcoholic beverages offered to our guests in selected carpet and leather stores
• Flexibility to stop anywhere you wish during the tour
• Worry-free shore excursion — guaranteed on-time return to your ship
• All taxes and parking fees included

• Entrance Fee - The House of Virgin Mary
• Entrance Fee - Ephesus Museum
• Turkish Bath Experience

Maximize your port time with this cruise-friendly tour of the House of Virgin Mary & Ephesus Museum, complete with lunch. The guide will greet you at the Kuşadası cruise port, and your transport will be conveniently located just steps from your ship, ensuring a seamless and efficient start. Explore the serene hilltop dwelling believed to be the Virgin Mary’s final home, a revered pilgrimage destination visited by Popes and travelers worldwide. Proceed to the Ephesus Archaeological Museum to view the most significant artifacts, statues, and treasures unearthed in and around Ephesus, enhancing your appreciation of the ancient city.

Savor a delightful traditional Turkish lunch during your excursion. For those wishing to unwind before reboarding, an optional Turkish Bath experience is available, providing a refreshing and authentic cultural way to relax after your sightseeing adventure.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.