Skip to main content

LESS Walking Tour : Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Temple

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Kusadasi, Turkey
  • 4 to 5 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover Ephesus like never before on our exclusive private walking tour. Unveil the secrets of this ancient city alongside your loved ones, without any hidden costs. We've got you covered - entrance fees, private guidance, and transportation are all included. Skip the long lines with your prepaid tickets and explore at your own pace. Our experienced tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel, holding a sign with your name. Departure time? You call the shots. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey through time together.
  • Enjoy a customizable tour experience and privacy on this excursion
  • No need to wait for other group members, explore at your pace
  • An expert guide greets you directly from the cruise ship/at your hotel
  • You can relax in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to/from the sites

What's Included

  • Private Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • Private AC transporttaion by Brand New vehicles
  • Private tour for your family and Friends only
  • Local Tax and Handling Fees
  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Tips Meals and Personal Expenses are not included
  • Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Less Walking Tour in Ephesus - The House of Virgin Mary and Artemission Temple . Private for your family & friends Meeting point is Kusadasi Cruise Terminal. Our guide will have Your Name sign at the port. You will walk 100 meters from your cruise to meeting point. After you pass through the custom, you will see your name sign just in front of you. Private Ephesus tour includes: private guiding and transportation are included. Our private tour gives you the flexibility to spend how much time you want on each site. Your tour guide will have a pre-paid ticket to skip the lines. • Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour.

Itinerary

1

Kuşadası Port Türkiye

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

House of Virgin Mary

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

3

Ephesus Ancient City

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

The Temple of Artemis

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Kusadasi

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Our private tour gives you the flexibility to spend how much time you want on each site.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 2 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 3 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 4 (from a traveler's review)
Gallery picture 5 (from a traveler's review)

Featured review

Christina_M
The tour group company made it very easy to find and meet up with our driver and tour guide. The van was very comfortable and clean; and perfectly sized for our small group. The tour guide, Ozlem, was super friendly and willing to accommodate any special need or adjustment to the routine tour. She was also extremely knowledgeable about Ephesus and the history surrounding the area and region. Ozlem did a great job. The description of the tour on Viator suggested entering each historic site was optional. However, we found that there was little choice when visiting. More importantly, a visit without entering the sites would be pointless. We'd highly recommend the tour company and / or Viator simplify the description and price to be fully inclusive of the transport, the tour guide and all entrance fees at each site.

Reviews

5.0
based on 41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Ephesus

BRUCE_K, Jul 2025
Great excursion for someone who can not walk far or using walker. We got to see everything we wanted to see and our guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable of the area and history.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Bruce, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your experience with us exceeded your expectations, and your compliments have been shared with our team with great pleasure. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of her/him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Curio Travel Team

Wonderful experience!

Anonymous, Jul 2025
Our tour guide Selda was professional, knowledgeable, and wonderful! We were a group of 14 people with three generations. Selda took care of everyone’s needs and preferences. We had an unforgettable experience at Ephesus!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your experience and giving us such a good note! We hope to have the occasion to welcome you back soon. Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of her. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderful country again. Curio Travel Team

Family visit to Ephesus

Christina_M, May 2025
The tour group company made it very easy to find and meet up with our driver and tour guide. The van was very comfortable and clean; and perfectly sized for our small group. The tour guide, Ozlem, was super friendly and willing to accommodate any special need or adjustment to the routine tour. She was also extremely knowledgeable about Ephesus and the history surrounding the area and region. Ozlem did a great job. The description of the tour on Viator suggested entering each historic site was optional. However, we found that there was little choice when visiting. More importantly, a visit without entering the sites would be pointless. We'd highly recommend the tour company and / or Viator simplify the description and price to be fully inclusive of the transport, the tour guide and all entrance fees at each site.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello, Once again, we deeply appreciate your long-standing loyalty and the detailed feedback you’ve provided. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of her. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderfull country again. Curio Travel Team

Great job!

IMAD_N, Mar 2025
Very professional and convenient. Much better experience than what you would get through the cruise directly. Orkan our tour guide did an outstanding job! Highly recommend them

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your experience and giving us such a good note! We hope to have the occasion to welcome you back soon. Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderfull country again. Curio Travel Team

Ephesus and more!

Katherine_H, Nov 2022
This tour was absolutely amazing. Our tour guide Emre was informative and friendly. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your experience and giving us such a good note! We hope to have the occasion to welcome you back soon. Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. Thank you on behalf of him. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderfull country again. Curio Travel Team

Perfekter Ausflug nach Ephesus

Heike_K, Dec 2023
Sehr schöne Führung in Ephesus. Wir haben von Serhat sehr viel gelernt. Er hat sich auch sehr gut um unsere 89jährige Mutter, die schlecht laufen kann, bemüht. Wir können diesen Ausflug nur empfehlen und würden jederzeit wieder buchen.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Heike, Please rest assured that your kind words have been passed on to the entire Team. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments. We will share your kind message and opinions with your guide. We would be delighted to see you in our wonderfull country again. Curio Travel Team
Likely to Sell Out

From $109.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Book ahead!
On average, this is booked 85 days in advance.

Compare Similar Experiences

1 / 3
Current
Likely to Sell Out
LESS Walking Tour : Private Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Temple


5 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$109.00
Private Ephesus Tour and Virgin Mary House From Kusadasi


4 to 6 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$199.37
Ephesus and Virgin Mary House Private Tour


6 to 8 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$120.00
$96.00

Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought