The Alanya Kekova-Demre-Myra tour is an immersion in Turkish history featuring an enchanting boat ride to the sunken city of Kekova destroyed by an earthquake in the 2nd century. You will get to explore an ancient Greek amphitheater and the rock-cut tombs at the Lycian necropolis in Myra, which is home to an old church of St. Nicholas, the saint famously known as Santa Claus. St. Nicholas was once the bishop of Myra and the protector of children, sailors, and travelers. Demre, where his church is located, was his home and final resting place, and its scent of lemon and orange is mesmerizing.
After lunch, the voyage takes you to Kekova Island, where you can experience the lush turquoise waters and get lost in exploring the wondrous underwater ruins of the sunken city belonging to Kekova Island. There’s also remarkable Lycian necropolis located in the Teimiussa area that you can visit. If you desire to swim and snorkel in these pristine waters, remember to pack your swimsuit and towel. The tour concludes with a return to Alanya in the late evening and a hassle-free hotel drop-off.
