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Explore Demre’s Church of St. Nicholas, the Lycian ruins of Myra and the partially submerged settlement off Kekova on a nine-hour boat tour. Expect clear swim stops, coastal archaeology and a chance to climb Simena Castle with free time to taste local ice cream.
Explore Demre’s Church of St. Nicholas, the Lycian ruins of Myra and the partially submerged settlement off Kekova on a nine-hour boat tour. Expect clear swim stops, coastal archaeology and a chance to climb Simena Castle with free time to taste local ice cream.
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Operated by TURONTIME · Demre, Antalya
You step off the air-conditioned minivan into the bright glare of the Antalya coast and the day rearranges itself around salt and stone. The Basilica of St. Nicholas in Demre opens with cool shadowed frescoes and a steady line of icons; the church’s quiet seems to hold the same patient gravity as the cliffs around Kekova.
moderate.
9 hours.
Comfortable with prolonged boat time and short, uneven walks; able to board small boats and climb steps.
The tour runs about nine hours and includes lunch, air-conditioned transport, entrance fees for sites visited, and a historical guide.
Yes — the boat provides swimming stops but you can stay on board during swims; life jackets are typically available.
It can be busy in high season; arriving with the group early helps avoid peak visitor times and provides quieter viewing.
Yes — in calm conditions you can often see masonry under the water; a short shore visit at Simena lets you inspect sarcophagi and wreckage up close.
Myra was a key city of the Lycian League and later a Roman center; seismic shifts in antiquity partially submerged settlements along the coast.
The sunken city and nearby reefs are fragile; avoid touching ruins or corals, use reef-safe products, and follow local guidance to minimize impact.
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