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Glide above submerged staircases at Kekova, walk among Lycian cliff tombs at Myra, and visit the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre on a single full-day tour from Antalya. Expect a mix of calm boat time, short archaeological walks, and a swim in turquoise coves.
Glide above submerged staircases at Kekova, walk among Lycian cliff tombs at Myra, and visit the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre on a single full-day tour from Antalya. Expect a mix of calm boat time, short archaeological walks, and a swim in turquoise coves.
You step off the yacht and the sea answers — glassy, turquoise, showing foundations of walls and stairways that once led to busy streets. The boat drifts slowly over the sunken city of Simena, and the guide points out submerged masonry while gulls wheel above, daring you into the water.
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Operated by Kemer.Tours · Demre, Antalya Province
You step off the yacht and the sea answers — glassy, turquoise, showing foundations of walls and stairways that once led to busy streets. The boat drifts slowly over the sunken city of Simena, and the guide points out submerged masonry while gulls wheel above, daring you into the water.
This route threads maritime and terrestrial history: Lycian cliff tombs carved into the rock at Myra, a Roman theater that still holds echoes of amphitheater crowds, and the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre — a Byzantine site tied to the real man behind the Santa legend. Geologically this stretch of Turkey is limestone relief sculpted by tectonic uplift and sea-level shifts; the ruins are a visible dialogue between human settlement and rising waters.
Local culture is straightforward: fishing villages, small cafés serving citrus-scented tea, and friendly guides who explain Lycian inscriptions and burial rites. Expect practical comforts — a glass-bottom yacht, a supervised swim stop in sheltered bays, and a mid-day lunch included.
Plan for a full day: bring swimwear under clothes, easy shoes for walking uneven ruins, and a camera with extra battery. Timing matters — mornings bring calmer seas and softer light for submerged ruins; afternoons warm the coves for swimming. Keep sunscreen, respect no-anchor zones around ancient remains, and allow time in Demre to see frescoes and local life. This tour combines hands-on history, coastal geology, and open-water clarity into a single, accessible day on Türkiye’s southern shore.
easy.
12 hours (full-day).
Suitable for most travelers who can manage short walks, boat boarding, and standing during guided stops.
Yes—there are supervised swim stops in sheltered bays, but avoid touching ruins and follow guide instructions; some zones are no-anchoring to protect submerged structures.
Entrance fees to Kekova Sunken City and Myra amphitheater are included; a separate ticket may be required for St. Nicholas Church and can often be arranged by your guide at extra cost.
Walking is light to moderate: short uneven paths at archaeological sites and village streets—expect 20–45 minutes of onshore walking at each stop.
The tour is family-friendly but involves boat boarding and uneven ground; travelers with serious mobility limitations should check accessibility in advance and notify the operator for assistance.
This coastline was part of ancient Lycia; rock-cut tombs and a Roman theater at Myra reflect a community active from the Hellenistic through Roman eras, while Demre’s church preserves Byzantine relics tied to St. Nicholas.
Kekova lies within protected coastal zones—boats must follow no-anchoring rules and avoid disturbing seabed ruins; visitors are asked not to remove artifacts or touch fragile structures.
Kemer.Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the yacht and the sea answers — glassy, turquoise, showing foundations of walls and stairways that once led to busy streets. The boat drifts slowly over the sunken city of Simena, and the guide points out submerged masonry while gulls wheel above, daring you into the water.
You step off the yacht and the sea answers — glassy, turquoise, showing foundations of walls and stairways that once led to busy streets. The boat drifts slowly over the sunken city of Simena, and the guide points out submerged masonry while gulls wheel above, daring you into the water.
This route threads maritime and terrestrial history: Lycian cliff tombs carved into the rock at Myra, a Roman theater that still holds echoes of amphitheater crowds, and the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre — a Byzantine site tied to the real man behind the Santa legend. Geologically this stretch of Turkey is limestone relief sculpted by tectonic uplift and sea-level shifts; the ruins are a visible dialogue between human settlement and rising waters.
Local culture is straightforward: fishing villages, small cafés serving citrus-scented tea, and friendly guides who explain Lycian inscriptions and burial rites. Expect practical comforts — a glass-bottom yacht, a supervised swim stop in sheltered bays, and a mid-day lunch included.
Plan for a full day: bring swimwear under clothes, easy shoes for walking uneven ruins, and a camera with extra battery. Timing matters — mornings bring calmer seas and softer light for submerged ruins; afternoons warm the coves for swimming. Keep sunscreen, respect no-anchor zones around ancient remains, and allow time in Demre to see frescoes and local life. This tour combines hands-on history, coastal geology, and open-water clarity into a single, accessible day on Türkiye’s southern shore.