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Disembark at Kusadasi and travel inland to one of the Mediterranean’s best-preserved Roman cities. This half-day excursion pairs the monumental streets of Ephesus with visits to the House of the Virgin Mary and the Artemission.
Disembark at Kusadasi and travel inland to one of the Mediterranean’s best-preserved Roman cities. This half-day excursion pairs the monumental streets of Ephesus with visits to the House of the Virgin Mary and the Artemission.
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Operated by Daily Ephesus Tours With Guided · Selçuk, İzmir
You step off the ship into the bright Aegean light and the port's bustle falls away as the bus eases toward the low, dusty plain where Ephesus lies. The road sweeps past olive groves and fig trees; by the time the marble facades come into view you can already hear the hollow echo of the Grand Theater and feel the slight give of ancient stones underfoot.
moderate.
4–6 hours.
Moderate fitness: able to walk 2–3 km over uneven ground and climb short flights of steps.
The standard excursion is approximately five hours including transfer time from Kusadasi port and visits to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Artemission.
Ephesus has uneven surfaces and steps; while some parts are reachable by vehicle, significant portions require walking and are not fully wheelchair accessible.
Admission to Ephesus and smaller sites is generally not included unless specified—confirm at booking whether tickets or upgrades like Terrace Houses are covered.
Pickup is at Kusadasi Cruise Port or designated hotel lobbies; guides typically meet guests with a name sign and confirm pickup times after booking.
Ephesus was a major Hellenistic then Roman city known for trade, religion and culture; the Temple of Artemis there was revered as one of the ancient world’s great monuments.
Ongoing conservation focuses on stabilizing stonework and controlling visitor impact—stay on designated paths and avoid touching fragile façades.
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