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House of Virgin Mary and Caravanserai with Lunch Opt Turkish Bath
Kusadasi, Turkish Riviera, Turkey, Europe
$35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
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Overview
Make the most of your time in port with this cruise-friendly House of Virgin Mary & Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai Tour with Lunch. Your guide will meet you right outside the Kuşadası cruise terminal, with transport waiting just steps from your ship for a smooth and time-efficient start.
Begin with a visit to the peaceful hilltop home believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary—one of the most spiritual pilgrimage sites in the region. Afterwards, explore the Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai, a 17th-century Ottoman inn built for merchants and travelers along the historic trade routes. Stroll through its charming stone arches, courtyard, and atmospheric marketplace as you learn about Kuşadası’s rich cultural past.
Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch during your tour. For a relaxing finish before returning to the port, you may add an optional Turkish Bath experience, offering a refreshing and authentic way to unwind after sightseeing.
Begin with a visit to the peaceful hilltop home believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary—one of the most spiritual pilgrimage sites in the region. Afterwards, explore the Öküz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai, a 17th-century Ottoman inn built for merchants and travelers along the historic trade routes. Stroll through its charming stone arches, courtyard, and atmospheric marketplace as you learn about Kuşadası’s rich cultural past.
Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch during your tour. For a relaxing finish before returning to the port, you may add an optional Turkish Bath experience, offering a refreshing and authentic way to unwind after sightseeing.
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House of Virgin Mary and Caravanserai with Lunch Opt Turkish Bath
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
- Flexibility to stop anywhere you wish during the tour
- Worry-free shore excursion — guaranteed on-time return to your ship
- Complimentary alcoholic beverages offered to our guests in selected carpet and leather stores
- Professional, licensed local tour guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from Cruise Port
- Fully air-conditioned, brand-new Mercedes vehicle with a separate driver
- All taxes and parking fees included
- Visits to wholesale factory outlets and an art gallery outside the town
- Turkish Lunch
- Turkish Bath Experience
- Entrance Fee - House of Virgin Mary
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Port Kusadasi TurkeyMeeting at the Ege Port. Your guide will be waiting at the exit gate holding a board with your name on it.
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Nomadic Carpet & KilimsOur tours from Kusadasi include a complimentary lunch with authentic Turkish food, a highlight for many of our guests. Afterward, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative, where you can explore local culture and crafts. Entrance is free, and there is no obligation to buy anything—just enjoy this unique cultural experience.
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Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayIBuilt in 1618 by Ottoman statesman Öküz Mehmet Pasha, this historic caravanserai once served as an inn for merchants and travelers along ancient trade routes. Located near the port in the heart of Kuşadası, the stone-arched structure features a large courtyard, traditional Ottoman architecture, and a charming atmosphere. Today, it hosts shops, events, and cultural activities, offering visitors a glimpse into the town’s rich trading past and Ottoman heritage.
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Virgin Mary's HouseLocated in the Aladağ Mountains, just 5 miles from Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary is a significant pilgrimage site. According to tradition, Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. The site was recognized as a place of pilgrimage by the Archbishop of Kusadasi in 1892, following the discovery of the house. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited and prayed at this sacred location, cementing its importance for visitors from around the world.
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Adasaray HammamRelax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish Bath in Kusadasi. Begin with a few minutes in the sauna, followed by a gentle body scrub with a bath glove (kese), and finish with a soothing foam massage. This complete treatment leaves your skin soft, refreshed, and renewed—truly a rejuvenating experience.
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Port Kusadasi TurkeyWe will drive you back to port.
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House of Virgin Mary and Caravanserai with Lunch Opt Turkish Bath
Kusadasi, Turkish Riviera, Turkey, Europe
$35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!