Why choose this Alanya tour ?
This is a wonderful historical excursion with a rich program, which can be divided into three stages: a yacht tour from Ucagiz to the uninhabited island of Kekova to view the ruins of an ancient city that went under water after an earthquake in the second century AD, a pilgrimage tour to the temple of the basilica of St. Nicholas, that in Demre, visit and inspection of the ruins and famous burials of the ancient city of Myra, the former capital of powerful Lycia.
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What makes Demre, Kekova bay by boat, Myra, St.Nicholas Church a unique experience ?
Kekova Bay is the ‘hidden jewel’ of the Mediterranean. This boat trip to the uninhabited island of Kekova will reveal the ruins of the ancient city, which sank into the water after the earthquake in the 2ndC AD. In Kekova Bay it is possible to see the magnificent Roman hilltop castle which was visited by Julıus Caesar and the Emperor Hadrian. Also intriguing to the eye and mind, are the numerous, elevated, beautiful stone tombs, which embody the ancestor cult of the ancient Lycian State.
Our next adventure is a pilgrimage tour to the Basilica of St. Nicholas, in nearby Demre, the home city of “Father Christmas!” The Church is greatly reverred in Orthodox Christianity and many Icons are available in local shops.
The story of Myra, which was the capital of Lycia civilization for a period, begins with the grave reliefs, and ends in the sea with the Port of Andriake. This is also known as the place where Goddess Kybele was Artemis.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Demre, Kekova bay by boat, Myra, St.Nicholas Church
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- Insurance
- Boat trip
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- Personal expenses
- Entrance tickets to Ancient sites ( 30 Euro)
- Beverages
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by TURONTIME.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Istanbul.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 3 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
