# Private Ephesus & Terrace Houses from Kuşadası Port — Virgin Mary & St John
Canonical: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-terrace-houses-virgin-mary-shore-excursion-kusadasi
Updated: 2026-10-24

## Key facts
- Price: From $79 per person (based on 2 travellers)
- Tour type: Private tour (only your party, your own guide and vehicle)
- Duration: 5-6 Hours
- Pickup / meeting point: Look for your guide holding a TurkeyVia sign as you leave the Kuşadası Ege Port cruise terminal. Minimum port stay: 7.5 hours, so you are back on the quay at least 60 minutes before all-aboard.
- Payment: Reserve now, pay your guide in cash on the day (US dollars, euros or British pounds) — no deposit, no card needed.
- Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours · Port-call cancellation covered

## Overview
Visit Ephesus, the Terrace Houses and the House of the Virgin Mary on a private 5–6 hour shore excursion from Kuşadası Ege Port, with your own guide and vehicle. Lunch is in Selçuk; pay cash on the day. The tour also visits the Basilica of St John and Temple of Artemis. At Ephesus, walk downhill from the upper gate through the ancient city and into the roofed Terrace Houses. A carpet weaving centre is part of the itinerary, with no obligation to buy. Your guide times the return to the ship; you must have at least 7.5 hours in port and return at least 60 minutes before all-aboard.

## Highlights
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
- Walk through Ephesus and its Terrace Houses
- See the Basilica of St John
- Stop at the Temple of Artemis
- Have lunch in Selçuk

## Itinerary
### Virgin Mary, Ephesus with the Terrace Houses, St John and Artemis

The House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus with the Terrace Houses, lunch in Selçuk, the Basilica of St John and the Temple of Artemis, with a carpet weaving visit. 5–6 hours from the port and back, timed to your ship. Stops: House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, upper gate to Curetes Street, Terrace Houses, Library of Celsus and Great Theatre, Basilica of St John, Temple of Artemis, Carpet Weaving Education Center (about 30–45 min).

## Included
- Licensed English-speaking private guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle from and back to Kuşadası Ege Port
- Lunch at a restaurant in Selçuk
- Temple of Artemis visit (no ticket needed)

## Not included
- Entrance tickets (House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Basilica of St John) — add them at booking or buy them at the gate
- Tips (optional)
- Drinks with lunch
- Entrance fees (Ephesus, Terrace Houses, House of the Virgin Mary and St John's Basilica): about €74 per adult, paid at the sites; children under 8 free

## Good to know
- Workshop stop: a carpet weaving centre. Part of the programme, no obligation to buy.
- Bring your cruise card and a photo ID; you need them to leave and re-board the ship.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes: most sites have uneven ground, stone paths and steps.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen and water in the warm months; there is little shade at the ancient sites.
- Vegetarian, vegan or other dietary needs at lunch: tell us when you book and we let the restaurant know.
- Mobility needs or travelling with small children? Tell us before you book, and we tell you honestly which parts of the day suit you.

## FAQ
### Which places does this private tour visit?

It visits the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus and the Terrace Houses, Basilica of St John, and Temple of Artemis.

### Are entrance tickets included?

No. Tickets for Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, House of the Virgin Mary and St John’s Basilica can be added when booking or bought at the gates. The Temple of Artemis needs no ticket.

### How long must my ship stay in port?

The minimum port stay is 7.5 hours. Your guide times the tour to return at least 60 minutes before all-aboard.

### Is there a workshop stop?

Yes. A carpet weaving centre visit is included in the programme, with no obligation to buy.

### How much walking should I expect?

The tour includes walking at Ephesus and its Terrace Houses and at the other sites; surfaces include uneven marble, steps and outdoor paths.

### How do I book and pay for the Private Ephesus & Terrace Houses from Kuşadası Port?

Reserve now, pay your guide in cash on the day (US dollars, euros or British pounds) — no deposit and no card needed. Send your ship name, port date and WhatsApp number with the request, and we confirm the booking and your meeting point.

### What is the cancellation policy for the Private Ephesus & Terrace Houses from Kuşadası Port?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours · Port-call cancellation covered. 24 hours or more: Free cancellation, full refund. Under 24 hours or no-show: No refund, unless the cruise line cancels or skips the port call. If the cruise line cancels or skips the port call, you receive a full refund. Full terms: cancellation policy.

## Book
Book on the tour page: https://turkeyvia.com/tours/private-ephesus-terrace-houses-virgin-mary-shore-excursion-kusadasi. Questions: WhatsApp +90 507 357 58 94