Authentic cuisine, a lost city and Santa – this trip offers an eclectic mix of attractions. You'll glide along the coast to Kekova island and its sunken town, then visit the church of St Nicholas and the ancient city of Myra. Ahmet, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The highlight of the day for me has to be the ruined Lycian city of Myra. The rock-cut friezes carved with theatrical masks and the stacked tombs hewn into the cliffs are a unique sight. It still takes my breath away that parts of this site are thought to be around 2,500 years old.'

Proceedings get under way with a scenic drive with a comfort stop at the Sahin Hill in Kumluca. Next, sail to Kekova island, a protected area famed for its underwater ruins. These are the relics of the ancient town of Simena, partially submerged by an earthquake in the 2nd century. There's time for a swim in the warmer months – the water is clear and inviting – it would be difficult to resist a dip in the sea. But if the weather doesn't permit a boat trip, there's a visit to the fascinating Demre museum instead.

After a tasty lunch of typical dishes freshly prepared in a local restaurant, it's time to visit the Church of St Nicholas, who's better known today as Santa Claus. Finally, you'll have time to tour the site of the ancient city of Myra to explore the well-preserved amphitheatre and see the intricately carved rock tombs, high in the cliff face.

Höjdpunkter

A boat trip to the island of Kekova and its collection of underwater ruins is on the cards
If the weather's warm, the skipper will drop the anchor so you can go for a cooldown dip
Lunch is included in the tour, and you'll tuck in to Turkish fare at a restaurant on the mainland
You'll visit the ancient city of Myra and the 1,400-year-old Church of St Nicholas, in Demre
Your guide for the day is a local expert who knows everything about the sights you'll see

Viktig information

May not suitable for families with small children due to the long coach ride
Boat trip is available only if weather conditions are suitable – visit Demre museum on days when conditions are not suitable
There may be an initial, unaccompanied pick-up from your hotel to a meeting point from which the tour proper departs
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring suitable footwear

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Jessi
Rest som par
31 oktober 2025
2.6
Usa
An sich war die Tour nicht schlecht, aber keine 125€ Wert! Wir waren erstmal 2,5 Stunden unterwegs bis die richtige Tour angefangen hat! Uns wurde gesagt es gibt Frühstück, gibt es aber laut Guide schon 1 Jahr nicht mehr! Kurzer Stop an einer Tankstelle an der man nicht mit Euro bezahlen könnte! Das Boot hatte kein Glasboden wie versprochen und das Mittagessen war auch gerade so ok!
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Sharon
Rest med vänner
24 oktober 2025
4.2
Usa
It was a lovely day out but unfortunately a very long way to travel by bus to get there. We had lunch at the end at a cafe but unfortunately it wasn't the cleanest, no toilet roll, toilets wouldn't flush
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Alan
Rest som par
10 oktober 2025
3.4
Usa
The trip was good to St Nicholas Church and to Mira and the meal was adequate. The guide was very informative and interacted well with guests. The boat trip did not happen due to the weather, which is out of your hands, but the alternative trip to the museum did not happen as the museum was closed till the end of the year.. this should have been checked by the company before being offered as an alternative.
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denis
Rest med vänner
30 september 2025
4.2
Usa
was on the coach for 6 hours three out and three back. tour overall took 12 hours. no breakfast was provided which was supposed to happen, overall tour was good
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Georg
Rest som par
19 september 2025
4.2
Usa
Das Mittagessen war nicht besonders, es waren auch kleine Portionen. Bei der Bootsfahrt war für die Dusche und für die WC-Spülung kein Wasser mehr vorhanden. Der Tagesausflug ist sehr gut durchorganisiert.
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Miranda
Rest som par
12 september 2025
4.2
Usa
We vinden het erg jammer dat alle softdrankjes uit de prijs zijn gebudgetteerd, maar hiermee de prijs te drukken vinden we erg jammer. Dit gaat ten kosten van een fooi etc. 1 of 2 drankje bv op de boot. Moet toch kunnen. Die 5 euro extra vind niemand erg

An sich war die Tour nicht schlecht, aber keine 125€ Wert! Wir waren erstmal 2,5 Stunden unterwegs bis die richtige Tour angefangen hat! Uns wurde gesagt es gibt Frühstück, gibt es aber laut Guide schon 1 Jahr nicht mehr! Kurzer Stop an einer Tankstelle an der man nicht mit Euro bezahlen könnte! Das Boot hatte kein Glasboden wie versprochen und das Mittagessen war auch gerade so ok!

It was a lovely day out but unfortunately a very long way to travel by bus to get there. We had lunch at the end at a cafe but unfortunately it wasn't the cleanest, no toilet roll, toilets wouldn't flush

The trip was good to St Nicholas Church and to Mira and the meal was adequate. The guide was very informative and interacted well with guests. The boat trip did not happen due to the weather, which is out of your hands, but the alternative trip to the museum did not happen as the museum was closed till the end of the year.. this should have been checked by the company before being offered as an alternative.

was on the coach for 6 hours three out and three back. tour overall took 12 hours. no breakfast was provided which was supposed to happen, overall tour was good

Das Mittagessen war nicht besonders, es waren auch kleine Portionen. Bei der Bootsfahrt war für die Dusche und für die WC-Spülung kein Wasser mehr vorhanden. Der Tagesausflug ist sehr gut durchorganisiert.

We vinden het erg jammer dat alle softdrankjes uit de prijs zijn gebudgetteerd, maar hiermee de prijs te drukken vinden we erg jammer. Dit gaat ten kosten van een fooi etc. 1 of 2 drankje bv op de boot. Moet toch kunnen. Die 5 euro extra vind niemand erg