Meeting Point: Kusadasi Port
After disembarking, meet your professional licensed guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port. Your guide will be waiting with a sign displaying your name, ready to welcome you. From here, you’ll be driven to the House of the Virgin Mary.

Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary
The first stop on your tour is the House of the Virgin Mary, a serene pilgrimage site on the slopes of Mount Koressos. This modest stone house is believed to be the final residence of Mary, mother of Jesus. Your guide will explain the religious significance of this sacred site, which has been visited by Popes and recognized by the Vatican. Don’t forget to make a wish at the famous wishing wall!

Transfer to Ephesus Ancient City
After visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, a comfortable drive will take you to the Magnesia Gate, the starting point of your exploration of the Ancient City of Ephesus. Step back in time as your guide leads you through one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Key highlights of this tour include:

• Odeon: A small theater that hosted musical performances and city council meetings in ancient times, seating 1,500 people.
• Temple of Domitian & Pollio Fountain: Explore the Temple of Domitian, one of the few structures dedicated to an emperor, and the Pollio Fountain, which served as an important water source for the city.
• Heracles Gate & Curetes Street: Walk through the Heracles Gate onto Curetes Street, a bustling thoroughfare lined with ancient shops, monuments, and statues.
• Temple of Hadrian: Marvel at the beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian, renowned for its intricate relief carvings and detailed Roman architecture.
• Trajan Fountain: Stop by the Trajan Fountain, built to honor Emperor Trajan. This monumental structure once supplied water to the people of Ephesus.
• Scholastica Baths: Explore the Scholastica Baths, where your guide will explain the significance of public baths in Roman daily life and culture.
• Library of Celsus: Visit the iconic Library of Celsus, which housed over 12,000 scrolls and remains one of the most well-preserved ancient libraries in the world.
• The Great Theatre: Discover the Great Theatre, capable of seating 25,000 people, where gladiatorial fights, public speeches, and dramatic performances once took place.
• Ephesus Experience Museum: Conclude your tour at the Ephesus Experience Museum, an immersive, modern facility where you can explore Ephesus through virtual reality and 3D reconstructions. This interactive museum offers a deeper insight into the city’s history and culture.
• Temple of Artemis: Before concluding your tour, visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Learn about its history and significance as a major center of worship.

Lunch in Selcuk
After exploring Ephesus, unwind with a delicious traditional Turkish lunch in the heart of Selçuk. Enjoy authentic Aegean flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including mezes and seasonal salads.

Return to Kusadasi
After lunch, you will be driven back to Kusadasi Cruise Port or your designated drop-off point.