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A full-day road-and-boat excursion from Antalya that pairs Lycian cliff tombs and St. Nicholas’ church with a two-hour boat tour through Kekova’s partially submerged ancient city. Expect archaeological exploration, a swim stop, and a long but rewarding day on the Turquoise Coast.
A full-day road-and-boat excursion from Antalya that pairs Lycian cliff tombs and St. Nicholas’ church with a two-hour boat tour through Kekova’s partially submerged ancient city. Expect archaeological exploration, a swim stop, and a long but rewarding day on the Turquoise Coast.
Morning light on the Turquoise Coast hits limestone cliffs and olive-splashed hills as the van eases out of Antalya and the road narrows toward Demre.
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Operated by Everytours · Demre, Antalya Province
Morning light on the Turquoise Coast hits limestone cliffs and olive-splashed hills as the van eases out of Antalya and the road narrows toward Demre.
The route winds past hidden bays and lagoons; each bend teases another inlet where the sea dares you to stop. At Myra, carved Lycian tombs loom above an ancient theater—stone faces and stairways that map a civilization’s claim on the cliffs. Nearby, St. Nicholas Church slows time: mosaics, modest relics and a sense of the medieval pilgrimage route that birthed the Santa Nicholas legend.
Later, a small boat threads between islands into Kekova’s sheltered water. Earthquakes and subsidence sank parts of the ancient town; today ruins peek under clear blue water while bemused fish quarter the submerged stones. Teimiussa and Simena rise from shorelines, their ruins interrupted by algal shimmer and bright sun.
Practical detail sits close to the story: expect a long day—roughly 11–12 hours including about five and a half hours of transfer—and a mix of easy walking on archaeological sites and relaxed boat time with a swimming stop. Bring footwear suitable for uneven ancient stone, a swimsuit under your clothes if you plan to jump in, and water; sun is relentless on open decks.
Timing matters: mid-morning views from Falcon Hill are sharper, and afternoon light throws drama over the tomb facades. Respect no-anchoring zones around Kekova’s submerged sites and follow guides’ directions to protect fragile ruins and marine habitat.
Yes—round-trip pickup from Antalya hotels is included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
Entrance to Myra and St. Nicholas Church plus an open buffet lunch are included in the tour price.
Yes, the itinerary includes a swimming stop; bring swimwear and a towel and follow the crew’s safety instructions.
The listing notes wheelchair-accessible transportation, but archaeological sites and boats have uneven surfaces—check with the operator about specific accessibility needs.
Everytours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light on the Turquoise Coast hits limestone cliffs and olive-splashed hills as the van eases out of Antalya and the road narrows toward Demre.
Morning light on the Turquoise Coast hits limestone cliffs and olive-splashed hills as the van eases out of Antalya and the road narrows toward Demre.
The route winds past hidden bays and lagoons; each bend teases another inlet where the sea dares you to stop. At Myra, carved Lycian tombs loom above an ancient theater—stone faces and stairways that map a civilization’s claim on the cliffs. Nearby, St. Nicholas Church slows time: mosaics, modest relics and a sense of the medieval pilgrimage route that birthed the Santa Nicholas legend.
Later, a small boat threads between islands into Kekova’s sheltered water. Earthquakes and subsidence sank parts of the ancient town; today ruins peek under clear blue water while bemused fish quarter the submerged stones. Teimiussa and Simena rise from shorelines, their ruins interrupted by algal shimmer and bright sun.
Practical detail sits close to the story: expect a long day—roughly 11–12 hours including about five and a half hours of transfer—and a mix of easy walking on archaeological sites and relaxed boat time with a swimming stop. Bring footwear suitable for uneven ancient stone, a swimsuit under your clothes if you plan to jump in, and water; sun is relentless on open decks.
Timing matters: mid-morning views from Falcon Hill are sharper, and afternoon light throws drama over the tomb facades. Respect no-anchoring zones around Kekova’s submerged sites and follow guides’ directions to protect fragile ruins and marine habitat.