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Antalya/Kemer: Kekova Sunken City, Demre & Lycia Day Tour

1. Antalya/Kemer: Kekova Sunken City, Demre & Lycia Day Tour

Explore ancient Lycia on a day trip and yacht cruise from Antalya. See a historic rock tomb from Lycian times, marvel at ancient Greco-Roman amphitheaters, and sail to the beautiful Kekova Island. Meet your driver outside your hotel and begin your adventure with a drive through the ancient state of Lycia. Marvel at an ancient rock tomb from the Lycian times and stop to visit the Greco - Roman amphitheater. Next, visit the church of St. Nicholas the Miracle Worker in Demre city. This ancient church sits above the 4th-century burial place of St. Nicholas, the original inspiration for Santa Claus. Enjoy a delicious lunch before heading to Kekova Island. Board a glass-bottomed yacht and sail through pristine waters to reach this fascinating island. Sail by the mysterious sunken city of Kekova, an ancient Lycia city, destroyed by an earthquake. Spot the ruins of the city and the Simena Castle from the side of the boat and under the water through the glass bottom. Before heading back, jump into the refreshing water for a swim. Finally, return to your hotel, having experienced Turkey's rich ancient history.

Demre St. Nicholas Church, Ancient Myra & Sunken City Tour

2. Demre St. Nicholas Church, Ancient Myra & Sunken City Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour of the Demre province in Turkey, and explore some of its most beautiful locations with an expert tour guide. Benefit from an included lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off. Following pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Alanya, transfer to the ancient town of Myra on the banks of the River Myros. Visit the ancient Greek amphitheater and see the rock-cut tombs of the Lycian necropolis. Next, stop for a complimentary lunch before sailing over turquoise waters to the picturesque Kekova Island. Discover the underwater ruins of the sunken city of Simena, and visit the noteworthy Lycian necropolis at Teimiussa. Enjoy the crystal clear waters surrounding the island. End your day trip with a visit to the small town of Kale (Demre). There, marvel at the stunning church of St. Nicholas before transferring back to your hotel.

Kekova Sunken City, Myra & St. Nicholas Church Day Tour

3. Kekova Sunken City, Myra & St. Nicholas Church Day Tour

Your full-day tour begins with a trip from Antalya to Kekova. Not only is Kekova filled with ruins from antiquity, it is one of the area’s most attractive picturesque yachting destinations. A boat will take you to the extraordinary underwater ruins of the sunken city of Simena and you’ll visit the noteworthy Lycian necropolis at Teimiussa. You can swim and snorkel if you like, so don't forget your bathing suit and towel. The boat trip takes around 1.5-2 hours. Continue to Myra by land, and enjoy a lunch break when you arrive. After lunch you’ll explore the site of the settlement that was one of the 6 prominent cities of Lycia. The ruins of the Roman and Lycian town are mostly covered by alluvial silts, although the Acropolis, the Roman Theater, and Roman Baths have been excavated. In 141, the theater was destroyed by an earthquake, but it was rebuilt afterwards. There are 2 necropolises at the site, both Lycian rock tombs with temple faces carved into the vertical cliffs at Myra. Next you’ll visit the Church of St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas of Myra was the Eastern Orthodox Bishop of Myra in the 4th century and later became world-famous as Father Christmas and Santa Claus. The church has been restored. After visiting the church you’ll return to Antalya and dropped off at your hotel.

From Side: Demre, Myra and Kekova Full-Day Tour

4. From Side: Demre, Myra and Kekova Full-Day Tour

Enjoy a full-day tour of the Turkish Riviera and discover some of the most beautiful locations in the Demre province with a guide. Following pickup from accommodation in Side, transfer to the ancient town of Myra on the banks of the River Myros. Visit the ancient Greek amphitheater and see the rock-cut tombs of the Lycian necropolis. Stop for a complimentary lunch before sailing over turquoise waters to picturesque Kekova Island. Explore the extraordinary underwater ruins of the sunken city of Simena, and visit the noteworthy Lycian necropolis at Teimiussa. Swim in the crystal clear waters surrounding the island. End your day trip at the small town of Kale (Demre), and discover the stunning church of St. Nicholas before the transfer back to your hotel.

From Istanbul: Dalyan, Oludeniz and Kekova Day Private Tour

5. From Istanbul: Dalyan, Oludeniz and Kekova Day Private Tour

Turkey has very deep history and beauties of landscape , recommended of Highlights on Dalyan Boat & Kekova Sunken City Boat & Oludeniz Beach There are several flight options Istanbul to Dalaman airport , Recommend flight time between 07:00 / 08:00 / 09:00 , up to flight time will pick up you from hotel and transfer to airport Meet with guide at Dalaman airport and heading to Dalyan city ,which has boat tour to reach Iztuzu special caretta caretta beach around 30 min. drive and 45 min boat tour return. Then visit local manufacture of Leather outlet shop , The region is most popular for animal husbandry Visit city of Fethiye and cleanest beach and sea of Oludeniz (blue lagoon) around 1 hr 20 min drivers ,Optional Paraglading tour opportunity Then has lunch on local restaurant and heading to Kekova City around 1 hr 30 min. drive Reach to Kekova city and has boat tour around 2 hrs 30 min and find to Sunken city , swimming opportunity with beautiful scenery never experience. anywhere in th world. The tour has completed and heading to Dalaman Airport around 3 hrs - Flight suggestion time 20:00 / 21:00 /22:00 Drive and welcome you in Istanbul Airport then drop to hotel in Istanbul Hope you will have unforgettable day different experience except Istanbul Please contact with us for Domestic Tickets timing as well

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based on 118 reviews

The Alp guide was great! Full of interesting information, whether on the culture, the history of the sites or the daily life. Highly recommended outing. Perfect timing. The meal is simple but very good value for money. Driver at the top.

Had an unique and luxurious experience with captain Hassan. Enjoyed the whole boat by myself. The view of castle and sunken city is absolutely breathtaking. Worth it!

excellent tour, our guide Alp was friendly and very funny. only downside from Belek we make long journeys by car otherwise very well the boat and the visit.

Such a fun and relaxing time with plenty of opportunity to swim in clear blue water!! A must when in Kas

Very nice guide! The highlight was the amphitheater