Lycian Civilization Museum

If you want to experience the best of Kekova and Demre's natural beauty and history, the ideal way is to take a luxurious private tour from Kalkan. Our expert team will take you to stunning bays like Esmeralda Bay and Gökkaya Bay, as well as historical ruins like Simena Castle and the world-renowned Sunken City. On land, we'll visit the informative Museum of Lycian Civilizations, St. Nicholas Church, and the fascinating rock-cut tombs of ancient Myra. You'll be amazed by the breathtaking sights and fascinating history on this unforgettable tour.

Antalya to Demre Explore the wonders of Demre, Myra, and Kekova on our exclusive tour starting at 7 a.m. from your Antalya hotel. Enjoy a private transfer and comfortable ride to Demre. Demre Harbour We’ll head to Demre harbour where the boat awaits you for the start of your trip to Kekova. Once the anchor is raised, away we go! Kekova Island and Sunken City Explore the captivating history of Kekova's Sunken City on our unique tour. Cruise alongside the ancient ruins aboard our boat with a glass-bottom window for stunning views and memorable photos. Aquarium Bay Soak up the sunshine at picture-perfect Aquarium Bay during a delightful swim break. Simena Castle Our boat will stop at Kaleköy port (ancient Simena) for an hour. Explore the village, castle ruins, and necropolis, or hike for stunning views. Alternatively, enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear waters. Esmeralda Bay Time for a lunch and swim break at beautiful Esmeralda Bay, where you can enjoy peace and tranquillity during this fun journey. Burc Bay Enjoy the peaceful ambience of this area during a swim break in Burç Bay, where the water feels cooler due to the cold underwater natural springs! Gokkaya Bay We’ll stop to swim in Gökkaya Bay, where you can experience the natural beauty of the area and opt to participate in one of the various exciting water sports on offer. Pirates Cave Discover this intriguing, naturally-formed cave renowned for its large size and curved entrance. Karemlik Bay 3 out of the 7 known sea turtle species can be found in the Mediterranean Sea. At Karemlik Bay, you’ll have the chance to look for these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Museum of Lycian Civilizitaions Follow walking paths from the visitor reception area past Andriake ruins to reach the Museum of Lycian Civilizations, housed in a 2nd-century ancient granary. Discover artifacts from nearby Lycian cities, illuminating the region's ancient history. St. Nicholas Church Our tour continues with the Santa Claus Museum in Demre town centre. Initially built in 520 A.D., this fascinating archaeological building started its operation as a church, built in memory of St. Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century patron saint. Here, you can explore the remains of this former church, taking yourself back in time to when the ancient city of Myra still existed. Myra Ancient City Your chance to discover Demre’s most famous archaeological site! A true step back in history as you observe some of Myra’s most significant ancient ruins dating as far back as the 5th century B.C. There is plenty of time to explore the two highlights of this stop: a Roman-style theatre (the largest in Lycia!) and eerie rock-cut tombs carved into the cliffs above. Demre to Antalya As the day ends, we will finish the tour by dropping you back off in Antalya, where you can continue your holiday in Turkey and treasure the moments you shared on this day.