Kekova-Demre-Myra tour from Alanya is a daily cultural tour where you will see the historical and natural beauties of Antalya's charming town of Demre and its immediate surroundings. Demre is located approximately 275 km from Alanya.
Starting with the fascinating boat trip to Kekova sunken city, destroyed by an earthquake during the 2d century, You’ll visit an ancient Greek amphitheater and the rock-cut tombs of the Lycian necropolis in Myra!
Then going on with Antique Theatre and the Church of St. Nicholas the saint who is referred to as Santa Claus. Santa Claus was the bishop of Myra. Today he is the patron saint of Russia, Beit Jala in Palestine, and New York City. (His church in New York was 170 years old when the falling World Trade Center towers destroyed it.) The defender of children, guardian of sailors, and protector of travelers, he was said to have lived here. Sleeping with lemon and orange aromas, Demre was chosen by St. Nicholas as his home and his final resting place.
After lunch, we sail over turquoise waters to the picturesque Kekova Island from Ucagiz Village. Discover the extraordinary underwater ruins of the sunken city belonging to Kekova Island and visit the noteworthy Lycian necropolis at Teimiussa. There are also opportunities to swim in the sea even time if desired, so do not forget your bathing suit and towel.
Join this unique adventure combining historical and natural wonders. The Kekova-Myra-Demre tour from Alanya promises to be an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for years.
KEKOVA-DEMRE-MYRA TOUR FROM ALANYA ITINERARY:
-Pick up/drop off from hotels and apartments in Alanya
-Breakfast break near Antalya
-Visit the museum Church of St. Nicholas and the icon center
-Visit Myra ancient city, ancient theater, and rock cemetery
-Lunch
-Boat to Kekova island, and the Sunken City ( 2 hours)
-Departure from Myra
-Break near Antalya
-Dropp -off to your hotels & apartments in Alanya
PRICE INCLUDES:
-Pick up/drop off from hotels and apartments in Alanya
-Tour guide
-Lunch
-Boat cruise along with the sunken city
-Myra ancient city entrance fee
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
-Drinks
-Personal expenses
-St.Nikalous museum entrance fee
ADDITIONAL INFOS & TIPS:
-Take your camera, swimming suit, towel, sunglasses, comfortable shoes with you
- Wear confortable shoes