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Sunken City Kekova Demre and Myra Day Tour from Antalya
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Stop At: Rock tombs in Myra, Demre (Kale) Turkey
Explore the legacy of Turkey's ancient civilisations while relaxing in the sun on a tour to sunken cities along the Mediterranean coast. See an ancient church and Lycean tombs, ride on a traditional wooden boat and immerse yourself in warm waters surrounded by history. A drive along the coast between the Taurus Mountains and the sea brings you to the waterfront in Demre where a traditional wooden boat is waiting. From here, a 90-minute cruise takes you to Kekova, an island whose coast holds the ruins of a 2nd-century city that was destroyed by an earthquake and now lies submerged in the sea. Weather permitting, you can go for a swim before moving on to the ancient city of Myra, one of the Lycean civilisation's most important port cities and an important religious centre. You can still see the ancient Greek amphitheatre and the amazing rock tombs of Lycian kings. After lunch, visit the St Nicholas Church in Demre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and burial place for the real-life figure who inspired the legend of Father Christmas. In the last few years, the church's frescoes have been repaired and its artwork retouched to evoke the glory of this ancient place of worship.
Duration: 4 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Rock tombs in Myra, Demre (Kale) Turkey
Explore the legacy of Turkey's ancient civilisations while relaxing in the sun on a tour to sunken cities along the Mediterranean coast. See an ancient church and Lycean tombs, ride on a traditional wooden boat and immerse yourself in warm waters surrounded by history. A drive along the coast between the Taurus Mountains and the sea brings you to the waterfront in Demre where a traditional wooden boat is waiting. From here, a 90-minute cruise takes you to Kekova, an island whose coast holds the ruins of a 2nd-century city that was destroyed by an earthquake and now lies submerged in the sea. Weather permitting, you can go for a swim before moving on to the ancient city of Myra, one of the Lycean civilisation's most important port cities and an important religious centre. You can still see the ancient Greek amphitheatre and the amazing rock tombs of Lycian kings. After lunch, visit the St Nicholas Church in Demre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and burial place for the real-life figure who inspired the legend of Father Christmas. In the last few years, the church's frescoes have been repaired and its artwork retouched to evoke the glory of this ancient place of worship.
Duration: 4 hours
Included
- Guidance Admission fees, Boat trip ,Lunch ,Transport from Antalya hotel
- Entry/Admission - Rock tombs in Myra
Not included
- Drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Tourism
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Cultural
70%
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