House of Mary & Basilica St John & Seven Sleepers Op Turkish Bath

Make the most of your time in port with this cruise-friendly House of Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John & Seven Sleepers Tour with Lunch. Meet your guide right outside the Kuşadası cruise terminal, with transport waiting just steps from your ship for a smooth and time-efficient start.

Begin at the peaceful hilltop home believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary—one of the most spiritual pilgrimage sites in the region. Continue to the Basilica of St. John, where the apostle is said to be buried, and explore its impressive ruins overlooking Selçuk. Then visit the Grotto of the Seven Sleepers, a historic cave linked to the ancient legend of young men who are believed to have miraculously slept for centuries.

Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch. For a relaxing finish before returning to your ship, you may add an optional Turkish Bath experience—an authentic way to unwind after sightseeing.