Ephesus Tour from Izmir Cruise Port

Ephesus Tour from International Izmir Cruise Port

Ephesus Ancient City is a historically significant port city that was once part of the Ionian League during the Classical Greek Era. Situated in modern-day Turkey, its remarkably preserved ruins are a testament to the city’s ancient glory. For Christians, the city holds a special place in their hearts due to its close association with prominent figures such as Mother Mary, St. Paul, and St. John The Evangelist.

The Artemis Temple, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World in its time, was a massive marble structure located by the seaside. The temple was dedicated to Artemis, the goddess of hunt, chastity, childbirth, and wild animals. Although the temple was once destroyed by the infamous Herostratus, the resilient Ephesians rebuilt it.

Mother Mary’s House, situated at the foot of Mount Nightingale in Selcuk, is a revered Catholic shrine. It was discovered in the 19th century thanks to Anne Catherine Emmerich’s vision. The house is believed to be where Virgin Mary resided for three years before her passing. Pope Pius XII officially recognized the area as a Holy Place and a Catholic place of pilgrimage in 1951 during his visit, and since then, millions of visitors from all over the world have come to pay their respects.

Tour Program

• Upon your arrival at the Izmir Cruise Port, we will be pleased to meet you and escort you to Selcuk city, which is approximately one hour’s drive away.
• Our tour will commence with a visit to the revered Virgin Mary’s House. This sacred site is believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary resided for three years before her passing.
• After experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of Mother Mary’s House, we will embark on a comprehensive tour of the Ephesus Ancient City. This excursion will cover the most significant landmarks, including the Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, Hercules Gate, Domitian Temple, and more.
• During the tour, we will stop for lunch at a delightful local Turkish restaurant.
• Before concluding our journey, we will visit the magnificent Artemis Temple, which was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
• Upon completion of the tour, we will ensure that you are comfortably transferred back to the Izmir Cruise Port.

PS: We can customize the schedule of this tour to align with your ship’s arrival and departure times. To ensure that we create the optimal itinerary for you, please provide us with the details of your ship’s schedule. We want to ensure that you have ample time to explore each of the ancient cities we will be visiting while also allowing sufficient time for you to return to your ship.