Demre Myra Kekova Tour: Sunken City Adventure

Our Demre, Myra, and Kekova tour is the ultimate 3-in-1 Mediterranean journey, combining ancient history, sacred legends, and a sunken island adventure all in a single day. What makes this excursion unique is the breathtaking boat cruise over the Sunken City of Kekova. Through a glass-bottom boat, you will look directly down into the crystal-clear turquoise waters to witness submerged Roman ruins, ancient staircases, and old shipyards untouched by time. The journey continues on land, where you will explore the majestic Lycian rock-cut tombs of Myra, carved vertically into cliff faces like a city for the dead, right next to a grand Roman theater. Finally, you will walk the halls of the St. Nicholas Church in Demre—the authentic birthplace of the real Santa Claus. With Travellers Choose, you skip the long ticket lines, enjoy premium air-conditioned transfers, and swim in the hidden, pristine bays of the Mediterranean. It is a flawless mix of culture and paradise.

1. 1

   Antalya

   Pass by

   from Antalya to demre around 3 hours one way drive.

2. 2

   Kekova Island

   2 hours

   Our travelers will discover the Lycian ruins that remained underwater in history by boat. There will also be a swimming break. Kekova, which gave its name to the region, is the largest island in the region. Kekova Island extends by forming a strait attached to the Anatolian side. On the Anatolian side, there are indentations, protrusions, bays, old city walls submerged in the sea, and castle ruins. İç Ada, Toprak Ada, Aşırlı Ada and Kişnali Ada are other important islands. Sıcak Peninsula, which extends parallel to the coast, and Kekova Island form Ölüdeniz, which is an inland sea. Kekova Island is also the largest island belonging to Turkey in the Mediterranean. . The coasts show a topography consisting of indented bays. Sea transportation to the region's coasts, where land transportation opportunities are limited, is provided by boats. In the geological structure, there are areas covered with miasene and limestone.

3. 3

   Church of St. Nicholas

   1 hour

   Visit the church of Saint Nicholas, the inspiration for Santa Claus, and dive into its rich history.Our travelers will experience history live through our rapid passages through its history. Myra Ancient City is especially famous for its Lycian Period rock tombs, Roman Period theater and Byzantine Period St. Nicholas Church (Santa Claus). Rock tombs, Lycian inscriptions and coins show that Myra continued its existence at least from the 5th century BC. According to the information provided by Strabon, Myra, one of the six major cities of the Lycian League, is referred to as Myrrh in Lycian inscriptions. The 2nd century AD is the period when Myra witnessed great development. In the city, which was the Metropolis of the Lycian League, many structures were built and repaired with the help of wealthy Lycian people. During the Byzantine Period, Myra became one of the leading cities in terms of religion as well as administration.

4. 4

   Myra Antik Kenti

   2 hours

   Our travelers will experience history live through our rapid passages through its history. Myra Ancient City is especially famous for its Lycian Period rock tombs, Roman Period theater and Byzantine Period St. Nicholas Church (Santa Claus). Rock tombs, Lycian inscriptions and coins show that Myra continued its existence at least from the 5th century BC. According to the information provided by Strabon, Myra, one of the six major cities of the Lycian League, is referred to as Myrrh in Lycian inscriptions. The 2nd century AD is the period when Myra witnessed great development. In the city, which was the Metropolis of the Lycian League, many structures were built and repaired with the help of wealthy Lycian people. During the Byzantine Period, Myra became one of the leading cities in terms of religion as well as administration.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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