ABOUTH ANTALYA

Tour Itinerary

Perge (18kms from Antalya) was an important city in Pamphylia (today s Mediterranian  Region). It was settled by the Hittites around 1500 B.C. Kestros (Aksu) River, which runs near acropolis, made Perge like a port because it was possible to navigate. An important trade route starting from Side run through Perge. It is also famous by the fact that when St. Paul started his, he visited Perge in 46 A.D. and preached his first sermon here. That s why it became an important city for the Christians during the Byzantine period.

Aspendos nearby Antalya is famous for its best-preserved theatre of antiquity built in the 2nd A.D. with a capacity of 15,000 people. Still used today for performances and festivals the theather s galleries, stage decorations and acoustics all testify to its architect Xenon s success. Next to the stage there is a small room which is used as a small museum where you can see some of the masks and clay tickets. Nearby stand the remains of a basilica, Agora and one of the largest aqueducts in. Here you can visit also the acropolis of the city with a great view of the river. The river passing next to the city is called Köprüçay (ancient Euromydon) and was navigable once upon a time. This was also the place where the Persians used to breed their horses between 6th-4th c. BC. during their ruled in.

Myra : On the north of the church of Saint Nicholas, the ruins of Myra city and rock tombs can be found on the slope of a mountain. It is understood from the ancient city walls that this ancient city which is right next to the theatre, was built on a step hill. As a member of the Lycian League, Myra played an important role in coin minting. The oldest coins of Myra dated to 3rd century BC. On these coins, images of Artemis and local goddesses are visible. Would you like to know more?
St. Nicholas according to ancient sources, St. Nicholas was born towards the end of the 3rd century in Patara, 60km west of Demre in a wealthy family. He had a good education and devoted himself to mankind. Due to his assistance to those around him, he was loved very much. Every year in Demre on the anniversary of Jesus Christ s birthday, the poor people found golden apples, toys and snacks on their door steps. But no one had a clue about who this benevolent person was.

Kekova (Sunken City) : Kekova has a surface area of 5,7sq km. On the north shore of Kekova, the ruins of a city which large part has sunk under sea, can be viewed. That is why the island is very important in terms of underwater archeology. The island of Kekova is the main stop for yacht tours also.

Tour Includes:

Arrival, departure airport transfers and ground transportation,
* Accommodation.
* Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch D=Dinner)
* Entrance fee to the various sites.
* Transportation in non-smoking mini/midi bus with professional English speaking guide and experienced driver. (Guide in other languages available also on demand)

Not Included: International or domestic flights, drinks, tips to guide, driver and personal expenses and optional tours.

PS. For group requirements other languages are available