Myra & Kekova + St. Nicholas Church Tour
Myra & Kekova + St. Nicholas Church Tour
At 8 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Kemer. Ready to discover the most fascinating places along the Turquoise Coast? On our way to our first destination, we'll drive through the Taurus Mountains, which mark the southern limit of the Anatolian plateau, until we reach the so-called Turkish Riviera.
Once we arrive there, we'll hop on a boat and sail to the sunken city of Kekova. This uninhabited island conceals under its waters the remains of an ancient Lycian city that ended up sunk by an earthquake. We'll see some of the archaeological vestiges that today lie below the surface, such as the funerary monuments of Simena.
Next, we'll step off the boat and travel on land to Myra, another ancient Lycian city known for its stone-carved tombs. We'll visit its necropolis, its Roman theater, and its amphitheater. Then we'll continue on to the church of St. Nicholas, located in the neighboring village of Demre. Here lies buried none other than Santa Claus.
But don't worry, our beloved Santa will still be coming down our chimney next Christmas Eve with his present bag. The one whose remains really rest in this tomb is St. Nicholas, the saint who inspired the figure of Father Christmas.
After all these sightseeing stops, you'll probably have worked up an appetite, right? don't worry, we'll now go to a local restaurant in Demre to enjoy a varied buffet lunch. Lastly, we'll hop on a bus to Kemer and drop you off at your hotel at around 5 pm.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pick up and drop off.
Transpor by bus or minibus.
Boat ride.
English speaking guide.
Lunch.
Not included
Entrance ticket to the church of St. Nicholas: € 10 (US$ 10.35).
Drinks.
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Tourmania
Corporate name: Tourmanya Turizim Ticaret Limited Sirketi
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
