A complete 7-hour shore excursion for cruise passengers with a full day in Kuşadası: ancient Ephesus with a licensed guide, the House of the Virgin Mary, a traditional Turkish lunch and a no-pressure carpet weaving demonstration — with port-gate meeting and a guaranteed return on board. From €79.
Tour Highlights
- Ephesus ancient city
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Traditional Turkish lunch
- Carpet weaving demonstration (no pressure to buy)
- Guaranteed back on board
Itinerary
- 108:30Meet at the cruise port gate.
- 209:15House of the Virgin Mary.
- 310:30Ancient Ephesus guided tour.
- 413:00Lunch.
- 514:30Carpet demonstration.
- 615:30Drop-off at the cruise port.
What's included
- Port transfers
- Licensed guide
- Lunch
- Headsets
Not included
- Entrance fees
Who is this tour best for?
- Cruise passengers with a long port call
- Visitors who want Ephesus and the Virgin Mary in one day ashore
- Travellers who prefer lunch and logistics handled
- Culture-focused cruisers
Frequently asked questions
Is 7 hours enough time in port for this excursion?
The tour is designed for ships docked in Kuşadası for a full day. The itinerary runs from 08:30 to about 15:30 and is built around your ship’s departure with a guaranteed return on board.
What is the carpet weaving demonstration — is it a sales trap?
It is a short visit to a local workshop showing how Turkish carpets are hand-knotted, included in most full-day itineraries in the region. There is no pressure to buy — you are free to watch, ask questions and leave.
Is lunch included in the full-day shore excursion?
Yes, a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant is included, along with port transfers, a licensed guide and headsets. Entrance fees are paid separately.
Can I do this excursion if my ship docks for less than 7 hours?
For shorter port calls, the half-day Ephesus shore excursion (4 hours) covers the ancient city itself and is the safer choice — same port-gate meeting and return guarantee.
