# Ephesus Museum & St John Basilica Source: https://kusadasitravelagency.com/tours/ephesus-museum-st-john-basilica Language: English A request-only cultural route linking Ephesus-area collections with St John Basilica and selected Selcuk highlights. For travelers who want historical context beyond the main ancient-city walk. Opening days, current admission and stop order are verified first. ![Statues from the Fountain of Trajan in Ephesus Museum, Selçuk](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/ephesus-museum-trajan-statues.webp) [Photograph sources and licenses](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/credits) ## At a glance - Duration: 5.5–6 hours - Pickup: Kusadasi hotel or port - Format: Private - Destinations: Ephesus Museum, St John Basilica, Selcuk - Content or price last updated: 2026-09-29T00:00:00.000Z ## Price and booking Current price on request; availability and final terms require written confirmation. Prices use the English catalogue currency. The linked page and reservation quote show the current price. Check the inclusions and exclusions below. A request is confirmed only after the operating details are checked. [View this tour and request availability](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/tours/ephesus-museum-st-john-basilica) ## Highlights - Ephesus Museum collections - St John Basilica remains - Private Selcuk-area route - Indoor and outdoor historical context ## Itinerary 1. Private Kusadasi pickup: Meet at the hotel or port point named in the confirmation; operating hours determine the starting order. (Planning estimate: 20 minutes.) 2. Ephesus Museum: Review selected finds from the Ephesus area during current museum opening and access. (Planning estimate: 75 minutes.) 3. St John Basilica: Walk the separate Ayasuluk Hill archaeological area with its slopes, steps and viewpoints. (Planning estimate: 75 minutes.) 4. Compatible Selcuk stop: Add only the Temple of Artemis area or another named nearby stop that fits current opening and the agreed duration. (Planning estimate: 50 minutes.) 5. Return to Kusadasi: Complete the private return from Selcuk to the written hotel or port point. (Planning estimate: 40 minutes.) ## Service details ### This route is not the main Ephesus excavation It focuses on the museum, St John Basilica and compatible Selcuk sites. Add Ephesus Ancient City only through a longer confirmed itinerary. ### Each site has separate access Museum and basilica hours, closing days and admissions are checked individually for the selected date. ### Indoor and hillside conditions differ The museum can reduce exposure to heat, while St John Basilica still involves outdoor slopes, steps and uneven surfaces. ### Useful for repeat and context-focused visitors This product suits travelers who want objects, regional history and early-Christian context beyond the standard ancient-city walk. ## Included - Private vehicle for the confirmed party - Kusadasi pickup and return - Museum and Selcuk route planning - Licensed-guide coordination when listed ## Excluded - Ephesus Ancient City unless explicitly added - Separate official admissions unless listed - Food and drinks - Any site closed on the operating day ## Practical information - Travelers who want an archaeological visit from Kusadasi and are comfortable with an outdoor route on original stone and marble surfaces. - Ephesus has uneven marble, slopes, steps and exposed sections. The Terrace Houses add covered stairways; disclose mobility limits before confirmation. - A focused route is usually easier for younger visitors than a long list of stops. Share ages, stroller needs and child-seat requests in advance. - Official Ephesus and optional-site admissions are separate unless the written offer names them as included. Terrace Houses use a separate official ticket. - Opening arrangements, heat, crowds and the submitted Kusadasi pickup or cruise window can change the visit order and practical pace. ## Is this the right service for your trip? Travelers who want an archaeological visit from Kusadasi and are comfortable with an outdoor route on original stone and marble surfaces. Ephesus has uneven marble, slopes, steps and exposed sections. The Terrace Houses add covered stairways; disclose mobility limits before confirmation. The listed pickup is Kusadasi hotel or port and the full planned service duration is 5.5–6 hours. Check your exact hotel or port against that pickup scope. Cruise suitability requires an individual timing check; this listing does not confirm a fit for a ship call. ## Choose an Ephesus tour around your time and interests Choose a half-day route for the main ancient-city visit, add the House of Virgin Mary for a separate hillside stop, or choose Terrace Houses when the residential complex is a priority. Compare the complete pickup-to-return duration rather than only the time inside Ephesus. A private route is useful when your party needs its own vehicle, a tailored pace or specific stops. Small-group departures can include other travelers. The published product and written confirmation explain the guide arrangement; admission tickets remain a separate decision. Arriving by cruise ship? Send the actual all-aboard time before adding attractions. Staying in Kusadasi? Compare hotel pickup with a multi-day Ephesus and Pamukkale plan. A transport-only Ephesus transfer is available as a separate service. - [Compare private Ephesus options](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/private-tours) - [Ephesus entrance ticket planning](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/guides/ephesus-entrance-tickets-and-planning) - [Kusadasi to Ephesus transport only](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/transfers/kusadasi-to-ephesus-transfer) ## How to request this tour 1. Open the linked service page and select the travel date and guest counts. Include child ages when relevant. 2. Give the exact pickup and contact details; mention mobility, luggage, seat or language requirements. 3. Review the service price basis together with the included and excluded items above. 4. Send the request. The local team checks supplier availability, itinerary and pickup before written confirmation. The website does not collect card details or online payment. For several travel days, [request a package with tours and airport transfers](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/package-tours). ## Questions before booking ### Is Ephesus Museum & St John Basilica private or shared? This product is listed as private. The final service format and vehicle arrangement are repeated in the written confirmation. ### How much time should I allow for Ephesus Museum & St John Basilica? Allow approximately 5.5–6 hours for the complete service from the confirmed kusadasi hotel or port. The exact pickup and return depend on the date, route and local conditions. ### Where does this Kusadasi tour meet? The listed pickup is Kusadasi hotel or port. The exact time, terminal exit, hotel lobby or agreed meeting point is sent after operations checks the request. ### What costs are not included? Unless your written offer says otherwise, the published exclusions include ephesus Ancient City unless explicitly added, Separate official admissions unless listed, Food and drinks. Official prices and optional services are checked for the requested date. ### Is online payment required to request this tour? No. This website records a reservation request and does not collect card details or online payment. Availability, service scope and the current price are confirmed in writing first. ## Licensed agency and direct reservations Kusadasi Travel Agency is the public service name; reservation requests are operated by CAN PRIVET TRAVEL AGENCY, legal company KCAN TURİZM TAŞIMACILIK LTD. ŞTİ.. Operating licence 17338, Group A. Agency record checked 2026-09-09. [Agency identity and official verification sources](https://kusadasitravelagency.com/about#agency-identity-title) Reservations and WhatsApp: +90 535 853 54 69. Email: info@kusadasitravelagency.com. 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