• 1 Day
  • Group 2-6
  • Ephesus

About Biblical Ephesus Tour

  • This city holds a special place in the Bible, as it was one of key locations for early Christianity. Our guides, chosen for their good knowledge of both the Bible and Christian history, bring the stories of the apostle Paul and the early Christian church to life.
  • Ephesus was visited by Paul on both his second and third missionary journeys, where he preached to the Jews in the synagogue and taught the disciples who were only familiar with the baptism of John. Tradition holds that the apostle John wrote his Gospel in Ephesus at the request of fellow disciples and spent his final years in the church dedicated to him on Ayasuluk Hill.
  • Biblical Ephesus Tour is a meaningful, spiritual journey for those seeking to understand the roots of early Christianity.
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Biblical Ephesus Tour Itinerary and Details

The following prices are per person, not for the entire group:

  • Group of 2: $220 USD per person
  • Group of 3: $200 USD per person
  • Group of 4: $175 USD per person
  • Group of 5: $160 USD per person
  • Group of 6: $150 USD per person

For groups with more than 6 people, please contact us for customized pricing.

Note: All tours are customizable based on your preferences. Prices listed are approximate and may vary depending on your hotel choice, travel dates, or any additional requests. We’re happy to adjust the itinerary and pricing to best suit your needs.

  • You will meet your tour guide in either Kusadasi or Selcuk to begin the day.
  • Your first stop will be the House of Virgin Mary, where you’ll spend approximately 45 to 60 minutes exploring this sacred site. For those wishing to pray, additional time can be arranged. Catholic pilgrims visit the House of Virgin Mary due to the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was brought here by Saint John and lived out her final days until her assumption. The site has been visited by several popes, including Pope Paul VI in the 1960s, Pope John Paul II in the 1980s, and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. Today, it remains an active Catholic church, with Mass available for visitors on Sundays.
  • After a brief drive, you will arrive at Ephesus, where you’ll spend around two hours walking through its ruins. Highlights include the Great Theater and the Celsus Library.
  • The final stop will be the Basilica of St. John, where you’ll visit his burial site, an important location for early Christian history. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Meeting Location: Selcuk or Kusadasi.
End Location: Selcuk or Kusadasi.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours. Our guides are flexible regarding the tour duration, allowing you to spend as much time as needed at each site without feeling rushed.

We will provide a modern, air-conditioned vehicle (Mercedes Vito, Mercedes Sprinter). You can view our vehicles here.

Inclusions:

  • Tour price includes professional guiding services,
  • Lunch,
  • All entrance fees to the sites,
  • Comfortable transportation in a cozy van with a driver, as well as parking fees and fuel costs.

Exclusions:

  • The tour price does not include tips for the driver and guide (which are optional),
  • Beverages during lunch.
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Biblical Ephesus Tour Reviews

This was our first experience engaging with travel operators. The tours & guides they provided to us were of a very high standard. Felicity travel kept all our requests. We really enjoyed Turkey more because of them and would highly recommend them!

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Volkan was a superb guide. He was both knowledgable and enthusiastic. Ephesus is an amazing site and he brought it alive for us. Both competent and kind. We highly recommend him.

Esther N

We just had an amazing tour with Volkan around Ephesus. Volkan was incredibly knowledgeable and an expert in his field. Our tour was so much fun and brought Turkey to life for my us. Highly recommend a tour with Felicity Travel. The tour was very personalized and was tailored to our needs.

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Why Choose the Biblical Ephesus Tour?

The Biblical Ephesus Tour offers a meaningful experience for those seeking to connect with the spiritual heritage of early Christianity. Visiting significant sites like the House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus and the Basilica of St. John, with an expert guide, provides a deeper understanding of biblical history and its ties to this ancient city.

Spiritual Significance of Ephesus in Christianity

Ephesus holds spiritual significance in Christianity, as it was home to some of key events in the early spread of the faith. The Apostle Paul visited the city multiple times, teaching and baptizing followers, which is mentioned in the New Testament. It is also believed that the Virgin Mary spent her final years in Ephesus, in the house visited by Catholic pilgrims today. Additionally, the Basilica of St. John, the burial site of the apostle, adds to the city’s importance as a center of early Christian history and faith.

Historical Insights Into Ancient Ephesus

Ancient Ephesus was once one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire, known for its grandeur and cultural influence. It was an important center of trade, art, and philosophy, featuring impressive structures such as the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The city’s well-preserved ruins, including the Great Theatre and the Library of Celsus, provide an insight into the daily life and architectural achievements of this ancient metropolis.

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