Ephesos Ausflug vom Hafen von Kusadasi

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The 7 Churches of Revelation in Turkey

​How Long Does It Take to Visit the Seven Churches?

​Are the Original Churches Still Standing?

No complete church buildings remain from the first century. What visitors see today are:

• Archaeological ruins
• Later Byzantine church structures
• Roman-era city remains

However, walking these ancient streets gives powerful historical and spiritual context to the Book of Revelation.

Do the 7 Churches in Revelation Still Exist?

The Seven Churches of Revelation mentioned in the Book of Revelation were real Christian communities located in ancient Asia Minor, in what is now western Turkey. The seven churches were Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Although the original churches no longer exist as active ancient congregations, their cities and archaeological remains can still be visited today. Ephesus is one of the best-preserved and most impressive sites, while ancient Smyrna corresponds to modern İzmir. The ruins of Pergamum, Sardis, Thyatira, Philadelphia, and Laodicea also provide fascinating evidence of the early Christian world described in Revelation. Today, visiting the Seven Churches of Revelation in Turkey offers travelers an opportunity to explore ancient cities, archaeological sites, and the historical setting of the early Christian church.

Why Visit the 7 Churches of Revelation?

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Admission Fees / Entry Ticket Costs for Ephesus and the nearby Attractions

What is the entrance fee for Ephesus?

Revised entry ticket costs (Admission fees) for Ephesus and nearby attractions are as follows: 

Approximate cost of entrance fees:

• Ephesus + Ephesus Experience Museum: 40 Euro per person
• House of Mary: 12.5 Euro p.p. (700 TL)
• Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
• St. John's Basilica:  6 Euro p.p.
• Sirince Village: Free of charge
• ​Ephesus + Terrace Houses + Ephesus Experience Museum: 52 Euro p.p. 
• Ephesus Museum: 10 Euro p.p.

* Credit Cards and Turkish Liras cash are accepted for entrance fees. Euro cash is not accepted.

* There is no admission fee for children under 8 years old. For the proof of age, please bring passport copies with you.

Do I Need Ephesus Tickets in Advance?

Museum Pass Aegean

A Turkish bath, also known as a hamam, is a traditional bathing and relaxation ritual that has been part of Turkish culture for centuries. Inspired by Roman and Byzantine bathhouses and later refined during the Ottoman Empire, it combines cleansing, warmth, and relaxation.

A typical Turkish bath experience includes:

1. Warm Room – You relax in a heated marble room that allows your body to warm up and your pores to open.
2. Steam – The warm, humid environment helps soften the skin and relax the muscles.
3. Body Scrub (Kese) – An attendant uses a special exfoliating mitt called a kese to remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling smooth and refreshed.
4. Foam Massage – A luxurious massage using soft, fragrant soap bubbles covers your body with rich foam while the attendant gently massages your muscles.
5. Rinse and Relaxation – You are rinsed with warm water and can then relax with Turkish tea or water in a cool resting area.

Benefits of Turkish Bath

• Deeply cleanses and exfoliates the skin
• Relieves muscle tension
• Improves circulation
• Promotes relaxation and reduces stress
• Leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated

What to Wear in a Turkish Bath

Most Turkish baths provide a traditional cotton wrap called a pestemal, towels, slippers, and lockers. Depending on the bath's policy and your comfort level, you may wear swimwear or use only the provided wrap.

Is It Suitable for Cruise Passengers?

Yes. A Turkish bath is an excellent way to unwind during a Mediterranean cruise, especially after walking or sightseeing. Most experiences last 60–90 minutes, making them easy to fit into a private shore excursion.

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Şirince Village, Turkish Lunch and Traditional Turkish Bath

Looking for Something Different from Ephesus?

Have you already visited the ancient city of Ephesus on a previous Mediterranean cruise? If you're returning to Kuşadası and would like to experience a different side of Turkey, this private shore excursion is the perfect choice.

Instead of archaeological ruins, discover a charming mountain village, enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine, and relax in a traditional Turkish bath before returning comfortably to your cruise ship.

Tour Highlights

• Private shore excursion exclusively for your group
• Scenic drive through the Aegean countryside
• Visit the picturesque village of Şirince
• Free time for shopping and local wine tasting (optional)
• Traditional Turkish lunch
• Authentic Turkish Bath (Hamam) experience
• Guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship

Private Tour Itinerary

Cruise Port Pickup

Your private guide will meet you ar Starbucks at the Kuşadası Cruise Port holding a sign with your name. After a short introduction, you'll begin your scenic drive into the hills surrounding ancient Ephesus.

Explore Şirince Village

Nestled among olive groves and vineyards, Şirince is one of Turkey's most beautiful villages.

Stroll through its narrow cobblestone streets lined with whitewashed houses, browse local artisan shops, taste regional fruit wines if you wish, and enjoy spectacular views over the countryside.

Your guide will explain the village's fascinating Greek and Turkish heritage while giving you plenty of free time to explore at your own pace.

Traditional Turkish Lunch

Enjoy a freshly prepared homemade lunch featuring delicious regional specialties.

Typical dishes may include:

• Homemade mezes
• Grilled kofte (Traditional Turkish Meatballs) and Chicken skewers.
• Fresh salads
• Sigara borek (Savoury pastry stuffed with ricotta cheese)

Vegetarian options are available.

Relax in an Authentic Turkish Bath

After lunch, experience one of Turkey's oldest traditions.

Your Turkish Bath experience includes:

• Steam room
• Marble relaxation area
• Body scrub (kese)
• Foam massage
• Time to unwind

This relaxing experience is a wonderful way to refresh during your Mediterranean cruise.

Return to Kuşadası Cruise Port

After your spa experience, your guide will drive you back to Kuşadası Cruise Port with plenty of time before your ship departs.

Why Choose This Tour?

• Ideal for repeat cruise visitors
• No long walks or archaeological sites
• Relaxing and cultural experience
• Private guide and private vehicle
• Flexible pace
• Guaranteed return to your ship

Tour Includes

• Private licensed tour guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Traditional Turkish lunch
• Turkish Bath experience
• Parking fees

Tour Does Not Include

• Personal expenses
• Drinks during lunch
• Optional purchases
• Entrance fee to the Turkish Bath (Approximately 25 Euro per person)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tour suitable if I've already visited Ephesus?

Absolutely. This excursion was designed specifically for cruise passengers looking for a completely different experience.

How long is the drive to Şirince?

Approximately 35–40 minutes from Kuşadası Cruise Port.

Do I need to bring anything for the Turkish Bath?

Bring swimwear if preferred (policies vary by bath), a change of underwear, and comfortable clothing. Towels are usually provided.

Will we return to the ship on time?

Yes. We monitor your ship's schedule and guarantee a timely return to Kuşadası Cruise Port.

Is this tour private?

Yes. Only your family or group will participate.

For more information, please contact us.

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Ephesus Tour with Turkish Bath

Combine the rich history of ancient Ephesus with one of Turkey's most relaxing traditions on this exclusive private shore excursion from Kuşadası Cruise Port. Explore world-famous archaeological treasures, enjoy an immersive multimedia museum, and unwind with an authentic Turkish bath before returning comfortably to your cruise ship.

This private tour is ideal for cruise passengers who want to combine the highlights of ancient Ephesus with one of Turkey's most famous cultural traditions. It offers the perfect balance of history, culture, and relaxation—all within a comfortable shore excursion from Kuşadası Cruise Port.

Private Tour Highlights

• Private pick-up and drop-off at Kuşadası Cruise Port
• Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
• Explore the magnificent Ancient City of Ephesus with your licensed private guide
• Experience the award-winning Ephesus Experience Museum
• Relax at a traditional Turkish Bath (Hamam)
• Guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship
• No waiting for large tour groups

Private Tour Itinerary

Temple of Artemis

Your private guide will meet you directly at Kuşadası Cruise Port with a personalized sign. Your first stop is the Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain today, your guide will bring its fascinating history to life while explaining the importance of the sanctuary in the ancient world.

Ancient City of Ephesus

Continue to the spectacular Ancient City of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Mediterranean.

Walk along marble streets that have welcomed emperors, merchants, and early Christians for over 2,000 years. Discover remarkable monuments including:

• Library of Celsus
• Great Theatre
• Curetes Street
• Temple of Hadrian
• Hercules Gate
• Marble Road
• Roman Baths
• Commercial Agora

As this is a private tour, your guide can tailor the pace and focus according to your interests, whether archaeology, Roman engineering, biblical history, or daily life in ancient Ephesus.

Ephesus Experience Museum

Next, visit the spectacular Ephesus Experience Museum, where cutting-edge digital technology recreates the city as it appeared nearly 2,000 years ago.

Through immersive visual effects, surround sound, and engaging storytelling, you'll witness the bustling streets, magnificent architecture, and vibrant daily life of ancient Ephesus in an unforgettable way. This modern attraction perfectly complements your walking tour of the archaeological site.

Traditional Turkish Bath Experience

After exploring Ephesus, it's time to relax like the locals.

Enjoy an authentic Turkish Bath (Hamam) experience at a carefully selected traditional bathhouse. Dating back to Ottoman times, the Turkish bath is a centuries-old wellness ritual that combines cleansing, relaxation, and rejuvenation.

Your experience typically includes:

• Steam room
• Warm marble relaxation area
• Traditional body scrub (kese)
• Foam massage
• Time to unwind

Additional massage treatments are often available upon request for an extra charge.

Whether it's your first Turkish bath or you've experienced one before, it provides the perfect way to relax after walking through the ancient city.

Finally, your driver will return you comfortably to Kuşadası Cruise Port with plenty of time before your ship's departure.

What's Included

• Private licensed professional tour guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Port pick-up and drop-off at Kusadasi Cruise Port
• Flexible itinerary
• Parking fees
• Local taxes
• Traditional Turkish Lunch

Not Included

• Entrance fees
• Turkish Bath entrance fee and optional spa services
• Drinks during lunch
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities (optional)

Why Choose This Tour?

• Exclusively for your family or group
• No crowded buses or fixed schedules
• Learn from an expert licensed local guide
• Experience both ancient history and Turkish culture in one day
• Cruise ship return guarantee
• Fully customizable according to your interests

For more information, please contact us.

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Private Ephesus Tours from Selcuk Hotels and Selcuk Train Station

Is Selcuk the same as Ephesus?

Selcuk is the nearest town to the ancient city of Ephesus. Selcuk is the modern name of Ephesus. A small agricultural town, having a population of 35000 people. Due to the proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, some travelers prefer to stay in Selcuk town. Selcuk has many small hotels. For travelers who will stay overnight in Selcuk town, we recommend visiting the farmers market on Saturdays.

During our Ephesus Tours from Selcuk, our guests tour among the well-preserved ruins. They visit this ancient metropolis that was once full of theatres, agoras, shops, wide marble streets and temples. They marvel at the world-famous Library of Celsus, an architectural masterpiece that still  impress visitors today. 

Ephesus Ancient City is the highlight of the area. Ephesus is an incredible place and worth visiting, an Ancient Greco-Roman city. A person can easily spend half a day here just wandering around the ancient streets. Ephesus is a remarkably preserved UNESCO world heritage site.

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Izmir to Selcuk and Izmir Airport to Selcuk is accessible by trains. There are trains from Izmir or Denizli (Pamukkale). Modern trains are operating between İzmir – Izmir Airport – Selcuk – Denizli. It is a comfortable and cheap way to travel on this route. Train Izmir to Selcuk takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. For more information about the trains schedules to Selcuk, please visit the following link: 

Izmir, Izmir Airport - Selcuk Town (Ephesus) Train Schedules

How do you get from Selcuk to Ephesus?

Ephesus is 4 km walking distance from Selcuk. It takes approximately 30 minutes to walk from Selcuk to Ephesus Ancient City. We recommend entering from the North gate and exit from the south gate. Walking back would be tough therefore the best is to take a taxi back to Selcuk town. For the travelers who are interested we offer private Selcuk Ephesus Walking Tours.

Can I tour Ephesus on my own?

Yes, you can tour Ephesus on your own. Kindly note that there is very little information in Ephesus describing what you are looking at. If you want to know more about what you see, you really need a tour guide or an audio guide.

Is Selcuk worth visiting?

​Selcuk is one of the most beautiful, perhaps world-renowned towns of Izmir. Of course, the fact that it is home to the Ancient City of Ephesus has a big share in this. But not only that, Selcuk is the place to visit and its beauties. Many historical attractions nearby can be visited in day tours from Selcuk,

For travelers who stay in Selcuk town or travel to Selcuk by train, we offer private airport transfers from Izmir airport and private Ephesus tours and private Selcuk Ephesus walking tours. For travelers who travel with rent a car, we also provide tour guide only services where our tour guide meets you in your hotel in Selcuk or in front of Basilica of St. John or Selcuk Bus Station or Selcuk Train Station. 

​For Ephesus tour guide only services, please visit: Ephesus Tour Guide Only

On certain dates we offer %20 discount. To see these dates please visit: Discounted Ephesus Tours

* If you do not have a rental car and staying in Selcuk or coming to Selcuk with train. We offer private walking tours of Ephesus, including visits to Basilica of St. John, Temple of Artemis, Ancient City of Ephesus, Terrace Houses and Ephesus Experience Museum. For more information, please visit Ephesus Walking Tours and contact us.

Suggested Ephesus Day Trips from Selcuk

SELCUK - No:1

Half Day Ephesus Walking Tour​ (4-5 hours)

Visit: Basilica of St. John, Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Ancient City, Terrace Houses (Optional), Ephesus Experience Museum

Meet with your Ephesus local guide in front of the Basilica of St. John or at your hotel in Selcuk town or Selcuk train station. Start your journey with the Basilica of St. John, where the tomb of John the Apostle rests solemnly. Immerse yourself in over 5000 years of history as you explore the earlier settlement sites and gaze upon the magnificent Isa Bey Mosque. View the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Delve deeper into the past by strolling through old Greek homes and pausing at a local art gallery to appreciate the unique talents of local artists while indulging in authentic Turkish Coffee or Tea. Venture to a 14th-century Turkish Bath. Afterwards board on a taxi for a short ride to Ephesus upper gate, commence a downhill exploration of Ephesus, beholding architectural marvels like the Library of Celsus and the Grand Theater. Delight in the opulence of the Terrace Houses (Optional), before a audiovisual experience at the Ephesus Experience Museum. After your visit to the Ancient City of Ephesus, board a public shared minibus for a short ride back to to the serene town of Selcuk. For more information, please visit: Ephesus Walking Tour

SELCUK - No:2

Full day Ephesus Tour from Selcuk - Christian Ephesus (6 hours)

Visit: Basilica of St. John, Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Ancient City, Ephesus Experience Museum, House of Virgin Mary

Meet with your tour guide at your hotel in Selcuk. Embark on a captivating journey through historical riches. Begin your tour with the Basilica of St. John. See earlier settlement locations of Ephesus, the remains of  Temple of Artemis and the tomb of John the Apostle. Drive to the Ancient City of Ephesus. Meander through the Agoras, Curetes Street, the remarkable Celsus Library, and the monumental Great Theater where a riot took place against St. Paul in 56AD. Immerse yourself at the Ephesus Experience Museum with an audio visual show of 18 minutes. The next destination on your itinerary will take you to the house where Mother Mary is traditionally believed to have spent her final years. This site holds significant spiritual importance, especially for devoted Catholics who revere Mother Mary as a central figure in their faith. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch in the serene surroundings of a charming country house, enhancing your cultural experience. Subsequently, at the same location, you will have the opportunity to witness the skills of local artisans as they demonstrate various local handicrafts, providing insight into the region's rich heritage and traditions. 

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SELCUK - No:3

Day Tour from Selcuk

Ephesus and Sirince Village (7 hours) 

Visit: Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Ancient City, Ephesus Experience Museum, Sirince Village

Meet with your guide in Selcuk. Drive to one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world: Temple of Artemis. After seeing the Temple of Artemis drive to the magnificent ancient site of  Ephesus. Ephesus is the best preserved of the Greek/Roman cities in Anatolia  and  while you are visiting the ancient ruins of this magnificent site, your tour guide  will bring them alive. You will see the beautiful Celsus Library, restored and reconstructed according to its original form by the architect Friedmund Hueber  in the 1970's. The most spectacular building of Ephesus is the Grand Theater,  built during the Hellenistic age to hold 25,000 spectators. It is there that St. Paul preached. Opposite the Temple of Hadrian are the Terrace Houses, homes of  Ephesus' wealthy citizens. The city was also the hometown of great philosopher  Heraclitus. After a visit to Ephesus Antique Site, you will arrive at Sirince Village. This old Orthodox Village, 10 km from Selcuk, was once "Cirkince"(ugly). Indeed its inhabitants gave this name on the purpose as they  did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village. Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly and called it "Sirince" (pretty). Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turkish-Greek culture as of the 1920's; after the Turkish Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek  houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received  the local layout inside. At Sirince Village you will have a chance to see the  local life at a village and purchase some small local souvenirs and  handicrafts. The village is also famous for its local grape and other fruit wines. 

For more information and private Ephesus tour costs and availability please contact us.

Train travel to Ephesus (Selcuk)

* For travellers who will be staying at hotels in Basmane district in Izmir, we recommend them to take the 7.10am train from Basmane train station which will arrive to Selcuk at 8.34am. Our tour guide and vehicle can meet you at Selcuk train startion. After the tour you will be dropped back to Selcuk train station for your return journey. Return train will leave Selcuk at 4.04pm and arrive Izmir Basmane Train station at 5.30pm. For train schedule between Izmir and Selcuk, please visit: 

Izmir, Izmir Airport - Selcuk Town (Ephesus) Train Schedules

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