Excursion from Antalya to Kekova sunken city
Price: € 59 ( $ 62 / € 59 / ₺ 2,197 / £ 49)
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About this activity
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Departure Location: Antalya
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Event days: Sunday Wednesday
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Total activity & tour duration (with transfers): 9 Hours
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Guiding & Support: English , Russian
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Booking confirmation: Instant confirmation
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Printed or mobile voucher: Both is accepted.
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Wheelchair accessible: Available
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Easy Online Booking: Fast, Easy & SSL Secure Booking
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Vegetarian & Vegan meal: Available
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Cancellation policy: Flexible
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Skip the ticket line: Available
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Tour ID: 312
Highlights | Overview
- Demre Myra Tour from Antalya
- Myra ancient city tour from Antalya
- Boat trip along the sunken city Kekova
- Ancient St Claus church in Demre tour from Antalya
- Experience Wonderful coastal views of west side Antalya region on Myra and Kekova tour from Antalya
- Demre, Myra, St Claus and Kekova tour from Antalya, with pick up from all the hotels in Antalya included
Full Description
The Fascinating History Behind Demre, Myra & Kekova’s Sunken City
The purpose of this tour from Antalya is to enable participants to experience the historical and unique natural beauties on the western side of Antalya. Places to see are Demre, the ancient city of Myra, the church of Santa Claus, Christian icon shops and the sunken city of Kekova. On this tour, there is always a guide to look after the participants, but a full cultural guide service is not offered.
This Demre, Myra and Kekova sunken city tour offers more than just a boat ride in the Kekova ruins. The itinerary includes stops in the ancient city of Myra, a visit to Santa Claus Church in Demre and a peek into a nearby store that produces Christian icons. To round off the experience, you’ll embark on a 1-hour boat tour around the sunken city of Kekova for an unforgettable day out!
- Join us for an unforgettable day exploring the ancient cities Demre, Myra and Kekova - a sunken city situated off the coast of Antalya.
- Discover the wonders of three amazing historical sites on one exciting day trip from Antalya! Visit Demre, Myra and Kekova in this incredible tour.
- Experience the best of Antalya's surroundings during our Demre, Myra and Kekova tour. Get ready to explore history like never before!
- Explore the magical sights of southern Turkey with this Demre, Myra and Kekova tour from Antalya. Visit Roman ruins and a sunken city like no other!
A journey from Antalya to the breathtakingly beautiful west coast awaits on this tour! We will stop in the town of Demre and visit the ancient city of Myra, home to Lycia rock tombs, and further explore the Church of Santa Claus. Afterwards, a boat ride through Kekova's sunken city offers great photo opportunities to catch a glimpse of exquisite views!
If you are in Antalya and are looking for an exciting day trip, why not join this guided tour of Demre, Myra and Kekova Island? You will get to explore the ancient Lycian ruins in Myra and take a cruise through the tranquil waters of Kekova's sunken city. It is sure to be a memorable experience!
Demre is a small coastal town near Antalya, famous for its connection to the legendary Father Christmas. Here you can take a tour of the 6th century Church of St Nicolas, also known as Santa Claus Church, and marvel at its impressive collection of Christian icons. If you are feeling adventurous, try exploring some of the other historic sites nearby including out Myra and the sunken city of Kekova.
Join us for a tour of Demre, Myra and the Sunken City of Kekova from Antalya! This magical journey is sure to be unforgettable as you explore the hidden islands around Kekova. Witness awe-inspiring views of the sparkling blue waters along with remarkable ruins that tell tales of a vibrant past. Even if you don't understand the local language, you can still appreciate Kekova's stunning 'Kekova Blue' hue.
Take a full-day tour to visit the many fascinating sites of Demre, Myra and Kekova from Antalya. Learn about St. Nicholas, known internationally as Santa Claus, who was born in Patara, one of the important cities of the Lycian region and lived in Demre. Explore St. Nicholas' sarcophagus which is kept in the Memorial Museum of St. Nicholas and check out Myra's famous Church honoring him, believed to be the protector of sailors and students. Finally, cap off your day at the Sunken City of Kekova!
Price included
- Pick up from hotels and transportation to Myra & Kekova with air conditioned tour bus
- Tour Guiding
- Lunch
- Boat cruise along the sunken city
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Entrance fee to the museum of St.Nikolaus - 17€
- Entrance fee to Myra ancient city - 13€
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Details to know
Demre's ancient Myra ruins, Santa Claus church and sunken city Kekova tour from Antalya hotels
The tour can be jointly organized with another tour company.
There may be changes in tour times and program.
Swimming may not be possible on the 1-hour boat tour to the sunken city Kekova island.
It is mandatory to follow the directions of the tour guide.
Due to the high operating costs, all tour companies make this trip mostly in the same vehicle as mixed nationalities and multilingual.
Additional information
Antalya to Demre-Myra-Kekova Day Trip Itinerary
Tour Highlights
- Explore the ancient city of Myra with its famous Lycian rock-cut tombs and Roman theater.
- Visit the Church of St. Nicholas, a renowned pilgrimage site for Christian visitors.
- Enjoy a scenic boat tour to the sunken city of Kekova, with an optional swimming stop.
- Shop for unique Christian religious icons and handcrafted souvenirs.
Tour Program
1. Early Morning Pick-Up from Antalya (06:20 - 07:00)
Pick-up from Antalya hotels between 06:20 and 07:00, depending on hotel location. Transfer to a designated meeting point at a gas station on the Antalya ring road to meet the main tour bus and guide. This transfer is included in the price.
2. Arrival in Demre (St. Nicholas Church)
Visit the Church of St. Nicholas, an important pilgrimage site for Christian visitors from around the world.
- Entrance Fee: €17 per person (for ages 8 and above). The tour guide will organize entrance tickets for convenience.
3. Explore the Ancient City of Myra
Discover the ancient ruins of Myra, featuring rock-cut Lycian tombs and a Roman theater.
- Entrance Fee: €13 per person (for ages 8 and above). The tour guide will organize entrance tickets for convenience.
4. Visit a Christian Religious Icon Shop
Stop by a shop offering religious icons and souvenirs, where you can purchase handmade Christian icons and other unique items.
5. Boat Tour to the Sunken City of Kekova
Embark on a boat tour to Kekova, where you’ll see the sunken city and enjoy a swim in the turquoise waters (weather permitting).
6. Lunch at a Local Restaurant in Demre
Savor a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant in Demre, experiencing authentic Mediterranean flavors.
7. Return Journey to Antalya
After the tour, return to Antalya, with transfer included from the main road to your hotel. Arrival at hotels is estimated between 18:30 and 19:30.
Important Information
- Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Antalya, transfers to/from the meeting point, English-speaking guide, lunch at a local restaurant, and boat tour in Kekova.
- Not Included: Drinks, entrance fees to Myra (€13) and St. Nicholas Church (€17), personal purchases at the icon shop.
- Note: Entrance tickets will be organized by the tour guide.
- Recommended: Comfortable clothing, swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera.
Tour Duration: Approximately 12 hours (pick-up at 06:20-07:00, return by 18:30-19:30)
This tour from Antalya combines history, culture, and scenic Mediterranean beauty, making it a memorable day trip experience.
Period & Price
01 April 2024 / 31 December 2024 - Price
| Location | Adult 13 > | Child 08 > 12 | Child 04 > 07 | Child 00 > 03 |
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| Antalya | € 59.0 | € 49.0 | € 25.0 | € 0 |
01 January 2025 / 31 December 2025 - Price
| Location | Adult 13 > | Child 08 > 12 | Child 04 > 07 | Child 00 > 03 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antalya | € 59.0 | € 49.0 | € 25.0 | € 0 |
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Alexander Marhold
(4.8)Fantastic combination of old ruins and wonderful boat trip
And a really knowledgeable tour guide with a lot of information, worth the long travel
Reply from Vigo Tours: Thank you very much for your review!
As a whole team, we are very glad that you enjoyed our tour and our service. We will be glad to see you on our other tours. Best regards, Team Vigo Tours
Anna
(2.3)Was not a good experience!
1) Violation of Covid protection measures on excursion to Kekova, Myra: When entering the bus, I saw that most people were not wearing masks. I asked the Russian guide to request the people to put on their masks and also that she herself puts on her own masks. This started a big discussion, the guide Lena stating that she cannot wear the mask as she has to make phone calls. She said: "The law does not matter, I am the boss on this bus". I had a seat at the back of the bus, next to a couple who did not speak Russian. When the guide came to the back to give explanations, she was spitting onto me while speaking. She would also not put on her mask when speaking (or rather shouting) to me although I repeatedly requested it!!! I did even tell the guide that I will only pay the remaining amount until she asks the masks to be put on. Well, she disagreed and the people did not put on the masks. Only the driver and me were wearing masks during the journey. (All of a sudden, the driver shouted something as there was a roadblock. And the guide said: "Now you need your masks" and everybody put on their masks. Unfortunately, the bus did not have to stop and the people took their masks down again).. 2) The aircondition of the bus did not work properly.. It was incredibly hot on the bus..
Sten
(3.8)A very beautiful part of Turkey
Really a nice tour and great experience of visiting this beautiful part of Turkey. Not much of a ancient city ruins to see when sailing around Kekova by boat, but Demre town was so beautiful! We decided not to visit St. Nicholas' church so was able to have some relaxing time in a local cafe-shop sipping on cold Ayran, but russians did. The only minus was that we were located in a Russian speaking tour bus 2nd time on our trip. The tour guide explained us that due to the covid-19 the tours hardly pick up enough tourists. We enjoyed it and surely well worth the money.
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