Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Tour
Combine Ephesus ancient city with the House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis site on one private day.
Key facts
- Tour type
- Private — your group only
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- From $99 per person
- Region
- ephesus
- Includes
- Licensed guide, Private vehicle, Entrance fees
- License
- TURSAB #14817
Operator: Turkey Travel Agency · TURSAB #14817 · +90 544 673 22 02
From $99 per person for private guiding — your group never shares the vehicle with strangers.
Who this is best for
- Couples
- Families
- Small private groups
Sample Day Schedule
- 09:00
Private pickup from your hotel in Ephesus (or port meet-and-greet for cruise guests).
- 10:00
Guided visit: Ephesus ruins — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 11:00
Guided visit: Virgin Mary House — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 12:00
Guided visit: Temple of Artemis site — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 13:00
Guided visit: Sirince village — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 12:00
Lunch break at a local restaurant (meal not included unless stated in your quote).
- 15:00
Return transfer to your hotel, port or next stop in Ephesus.
Times are approximate and adjusted to your hotel location, season and pace preferences.
Highlights
- Ephesus ruins
- Virgin Mary House
- Temple of Artemis site
- Sirince village
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Licensed guide
- Private vehicle
- Entrance fees
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal meals unless stated
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Optional activities not listed in your quote
From $99 per person
7 hours
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About this Ephesus tour
Combine Ephesus ancient city with the House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis site on one private day. This is a fully private experience — your group travels alone with a licensed guide and dedicated vehicle, not a shared coach. Turkey Travel Agency (TURSAB #14817) has operated Ephesus tours since 2014 with hotel pickup, flexible pacing and English-speaking guides who skip generic scripts.
Who this tour is best for
Ideal for couples, families and small groups who want depth without a factory bus tour. History lovers appreciate licensed commentary at Ephesus ruins, Virgin Mary House, Temple of Artemis site, Sirince village. Photographers benefit from stops timed for light and fewer crowds. If you are on a cruise calling at a nearby port, tell us your ship schedule — we build buffer time for return.
How your day is structured
Expect roughly 7 hours on the ground with licensed guide, private vehicle, entrance fees. Morning starts with hotel pickup; touring focuses on Ephesus ruins, Virgin Mary House, Temple of Artemis site, Sirince village at a pace you choose — linger at sites that interest you, skip lines where guides have relationships with site staff. Lunch can be a local restaurant recommendation or a quick break depending on your preference. We confirm exact timing in your written quote before payment.
Practical tips for Ephesus
Best months in the region: March–May, September–November. Plan 1–2 days in Ephesus if combining this tour with other sites. Wear comfortable shoes and carry water in summer. Entrance fees are included where listed in your quote. Combine with our Ephesus destination guide or explore multi-day packages from our Ephesus tour hub at /ephesus-tours.
More Ephesus Tours
Walk marble streets of Ephesus with an expert guide — Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, and optional Terrace Houses.