Cruise excursion
Biblical Ephesus Tour · Private
The Christian itinerary. The House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St John, Ephesus where Paul preached, and the Temple of Artemis, in six hours at a thoughtful pace.
- 6 hrs
- Private · max 12
- Starbucks at Kuşadası cruise plaza
Overview
About this tour
Built for cruise guests visiting Ephesus for its biblical significance. The site of John's gospel, the city Paul preached in for three years, the basilica that became one of the largest churches of the Eastern Roman Empire. Our standard half-day route does not have time for all of these; this one does, and the guide brings the scriptural context that the secular tour leaves out.
Itinerary
Hour by hour
- 08:30
Meet at Starbucks
Pickup at Kuşadası port plaza.
- 09:00
House of the Virgin Mary
Quiet morning at the chapel on Mount Koressos.
- 10:15
Basilica of St John
The cathedral church and the apostle's burial site on Ayasuluk Hill.
- 11:30
Ephesus Ancient City
Marble Street, the Great Theatre where Paul preached, the Library of Celsus.
- 13:45
Temple of Artemis
The Seven Wonders site and Acts 19 reference point.
- 14:15
Return to port
Back at the plaza by 14:30.
The handoff, illustrated
How we meet you
Skip the exit-gate scramble. Walk through the shopping plaza, find your guide by name at Starbucks, then step into the private vehicle waiting outside.
The walk, illustrated
Upper Gate in, Lower Gate out
Your private vehicle drops you at the top of Ephesus Ancient City and collects you at the bottom. About 1.5 kilometres of downhill walking, no climbing back.
What's included
- Pickup at Kuşadası Starbucks
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- All entrance fees
- Bottled water
- Drop-off at the port
Not included
- Hotel pickup (cruise guests only, meet at the port plaza)
- Lunch (optional add-on)
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Price by group size
Smaller groups, lower per-person price
Every tour is private, you're not joining a bus group. Tiers below reflect the per-person cost as the private group grows. Children 50% off (ages 4–12).
| Group size | Per person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 guests | $135 | from $135 |
| 3–5 guests | $110 | from $330 |
| 6–12 guests | $90 | from $540 |
Pay only at the end · Cash or card · No deposit required
Common questions
About this specific tour.
Still unsure? WhatsApp +90 532 324 2489, we usually reply within 10 minutes during port hours.
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