Private Kalkan Tour: Explore Demre, Myra and Kekova's Historic Wonders
Kalkan
Embark on a luxurious private tour from Kalkan and explore the historic wonders of Demre, Myra, and Kekova. Discover stunning bays, ancient ruins, and fascinating museums on this unforgettable journey.
Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kalkan - First things first, to make your trip as hassle-free as possible, we will arrange a private transfer service from your hotel in Kalkan. Our comfortable vehicle will bring you to Demre.

  • Demre (Kale) - After breakfast, 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 - Discover the fascinating secrets of Kekova’s history on this unique adventure around the Sunken City. The ancient city of Dolchiste was flooded due to an earthquake in the 2nd century, and its resulting underwater ruins never fail to leave an impression.

  • Kekova Island - Since this is a protected area, swimming is not permitted here, so what better way to explore the site than by cruising alongside the ruins on our glass-bottom boat, giving you the chance to capture unforgettable photos.

  • Sunken City Ruins of Simena - Our boat will drop anchor in Kaleköy port (ancient Simena) for one hour, giving you time to visit this small authentic village that’s home to castle ruins and a necropolis.

Entrance fee: 1 euro

  • Castle of Simena - A hike up the hillside will give you magnificent views of the Kekova region. If you’d prefer to admire Simena Castle from down below, you can use your remaining time to take another dip in the gorgeous blue waters.
  • Gokkaya PlajI ve Koyu - Esmeralda Bay
    Time for a lunch and swim break at beautiful Esmeralda Bay where you can enjoy peace and tranquility during this fun journey.

Burç Bay
Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of this area during a swim break in Burç Bay, where the water feels cooler due to cold underwater natural springs!

Gökkaya 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.

  • AsIrlI AdasI Deniz MagarasI - Pirates Cave

Discover this intriguing naturally-formed cave, which is renowned for its large size and curved entrance.

  • Andriake Ancient City - 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.

Demre Harbour
After your fascinating trip on the water, our boat will drop anchor in Demre port, where your tour continues with a visit to a nearby museum.

  • Likya UygarlIklarI Muzesi - From the visitor reception area, you will find walking paths leading you past the Andriake ruins. The last point on the path is a 2nd-century ancient granary, which has been converted into the Museum of Lycian Civilizations. Here you will find artefacts from nearby Lycian cities which have survived the years, and tell you more about the ancient history of the region.
  • Santa Claus Museum - Our tour continues with the Santa Claus Museum in Demre town centre. Originally built in 520 A.D., this interesting archeological building started its operation as a church, built in memory of St. Nicholas of Myra, a 4th-century patron saint.
  • Church of St. Nicholas - 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 Antik Kenti - Your chance to discover Demre’s most famous archeological 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.
  • Rock tombs in Myra - 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.
  • Kalkan - We hope that you enjoy all the unique and fascinating sights of the boat and land tour. We finish off the day by bringing you back to the wonderful town of Kalkan, where you can continue with your memorable holiday in Turkey.
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Air-conditioned transportation
What's Not Included
  • The Ancient City of Myra entrance fee (9 euro)
  • St. Nicholas Church entrance fee (12 euro)
  • Museum of Lycian Civilizations entrance fee (4 euro)
  • Simena Castle entrance fee (4 euro)
Additional Information

Embarking on a private, deluxe tour from Kalkan presents the optimal method to discover the exceptional scenic areas and heritage landmarks that Kekova and Demre boast of.

Our crew will astonish you with one beautiful bay after another, inclusive of Gökkaya Bay and Esmeralda Bay, while ensuring you witness historic remnants like the renowned Sunken City and Simena Castle. On terrain, we carry on our exploration with a trip to the educational Museum of Lycian Civilizations, the St. Nicholas Church, and the fascinating rock-hewn crypts of ancient Myra.

Location
Kalkan
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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