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A full-day private journey from Olympos to Kekova and Demre pairs clear-water cruising with Lycian ruins and a visit to the St. Nicholas church. Expect boat swims, a village hike to Simena Castle, and an archaeological walk through Myra.
A full-day private journey from Olympos to Kekova and Demre pairs clear-water cruising with Lycian ruins and a visit to the St. Nicholas church. Expect boat swims, a village hike to Simena Castle, and an archaeological walk through Myra.
The day begins with a coastal road that opens to the sea — wind pushing light spray across the tour van as it moves from Olympos toward Demre harbour. By mid-morning the boat slips away from the quay and turquoise water takes center stage: low limestone islands, sheer cliffs, and the broken outlines of an ancient shoreline you’ll only see from the deck.
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Operated by SAILNSTAY · Demre, Antalya
The day begins with a coastal road that opens to the sea — wind pushing light spray across the tour van as it moves from Olympos toward Demre harbour. By mid-morning the boat slips away from the quay and turquoise water takes center stage: low limestone islands, sheer cliffs, and the broken outlines of an ancient shoreline you’ll only see from the deck.
This route threads Lycian history with coastal geology. The Sunken City off Kekova is the result of centuries of earthquakes and subsidence that submerged parts of Dolchiste; ruins lie close beneath clear water while Posidonia meadows carpet the shallows. Simena (Kaleköy) and its 45 m-high castle perch on volcanic limestone, offering panoramic views across narrow channels. On land, Myra’s Roman theatre and cliff-cut tombs reveal Lycian funerary practice, and the 6th-century church linked to St. Nicholas provides a tangible cultural pivot from late antiquity to modern folklore.
Expect a full day: several short swims in protected bays, an hour to explore Simena village or hike to the castle viewpoint, lunch at Esmeralda Bay, then an archaeological walk through Myra and the St. Nicholas site in Demre. The tour mixes easy coastal cruising with brief shore hikes (uneven steps and rocky paths). Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a water shoe for rocky landings, and a light layer for wind on the boat. Watch for sea turtles and dolphins; follow guides’ instructions in protected zones and avoid anchoring on seagrass.
Practical timing: meet early in Olympos; the boat typically departs around 10:30 and returns late afternoon — plan for 10–11 hours of activity and ample photo stops.
The tour is approximately 11 hours; pickup in Olympos is early morning and the boat typically departs Demre harbour around 10:30–10:45 and returns in the late afternoon.
No — the Sunken City is in a protected area and swimming directly over the ruins is not permitted; the boat cruises alongside for viewing and photography.
The tour is advertised as suitable for all fitness levels, but it includes boarding a small boat and short hikes with uneven steps; caregivers should assess mobility for castle and tomb visits.
Lunch is included and snorkeling equipment is supplied, but bring any personal mask/snorkel if you prefer a custom fit.
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The day begins with a coastal road that opens to the sea — wind pushing light spray across the tour van as it moves from Olympos toward Demre harbour. By mid-morning the boat slips away from the quay and turquoise water takes center stage: low limestone islands, sheer cliffs, and the broken outlines of an ancient shoreline you’ll only see from the deck.
The day begins with a coastal road that opens to the sea — wind pushing light spray across the tour van as it moves from Olympos toward Demre harbour. By mid-morning the boat slips away from the quay and turquoise water takes center stage: low limestone islands, sheer cliffs, and the broken outlines of an ancient shoreline you’ll only see from the deck.
This route threads Lycian history with coastal geology. The Sunken City off Kekova is the result of centuries of earthquakes and subsidence that submerged parts of Dolchiste; ruins lie close beneath clear water while Posidonia meadows carpet the shallows. Simena (Kaleköy) and its 45 m-high castle perch on volcanic limestone, offering panoramic views across narrow channels. On land, Myra’s Roman theatre and cliff-cut tombs reveal Lycian funerary practice, and the 6th-century church linked to St. Nicholas provides a tangible cultural pivot from late antiquity to modern folklore.
Expect a full day: several short swims in protected bays, an hour to explore Simena village or hike to the castle viewpoint, lunch at Esmeralda Bay, then an archaeological walk through Myra and the St. Nicholas site in Demre. The tour mixes easy coastal cruising with brief shore hikes (uneven steps and rocky paths). Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a water shoe for rocky landings, and a light layer for wind on the boat. Watch for sea turtles and dolphins; follow guides’ instructions in protected zones and avoid anchoring on seagrass.
Practical timing: meet early in Olympos; the boat typically departs around 10:30 and returns late afternoon — plan for 10–11 hours of activity and ample photo stops.