Antalya occupies the position of the largest resort in the south of Turkey near the Mediterranean Sea, with its mild climate and gentle sea, it attracts crowds of tourists every year. And in order to always have something to do here, a variety of sightseeing tours are offered, which help not only to have fun, but also to learn more about the traditions and culture of the country.
24 hour Istanbul tour
We suggest first of all to visit the capital of Turkey, where life is always in full swing and in full swing. After the flight, a Russian-speaking guide will be waiting at Istanbul airport, who will show all the main attractions. The program turned out to be quite intense, but at the same time it is presented without haste, and therefore it becomes possible to carefully examine everything.
A special feature is the combination of history and modernity, during which it will be possible to see Sultanahmet squarelocated on the site of the Roman racetrack. After tourists are invited to visit blue mosque, the main one in the city, Saint Sophie Cathedral - a temple built in the days of Constantinople.
The next subject to study is Topkapi, the main palace of the rulers of the Ottoman Empire, factory leather goods, where it is proposed to purchase leather and fur goods, and then go to Egyptian bazaar... Here you will not only be able to get acquainted with a variety of spices, seasonings, oriental sweets and Turkish coffee, but also get to know the rhythm of life of local residents. Such sightseeing tours in Turkey in Antalya will cost $ 220 per person.
- We advise you to familiarize yourself with all the exciting excursions in Istanbul.
Walk to the Green Canyon
The Green Canyon is the largest body of water in Turkey. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and is therefore ideal for a yacht trip. There are various mountain springs with crystal clear water. The canyon is located in the Taurus Mountains at an altitude of more than three hundred meters above sea level.
The walk lasts about 4 hours, during which you can not only enjoy beautiful views, but also plenty take a dip... At the end of the tour, all guests are fed a delicious lunch, which is held on a mountain lake. After the tourists go to the port of Antalya, from where their transfer takes them back to the hotel, in the end everything takes about 7 hours, and the cost per person is $ 50.
Boat trip from Antalya
An interesting sightseeing tour of Antalya will be if you take it on a small yacht sailing off the coast of the resort. A boat trip involves a trip to Kemer, which is located in the area of the Turkish Riviera. In a few hours of the trip, you will be able to get to know the most famous places, such as “Paradise Bay" and Pirate cave (the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean" was filmed here). During the trip, several stops are provided, which are designed so that tourists can swim and enjoy the surrounding nature. The duration is about 7 hours and the cost is $ 50 per person.
Group programs
If you are wondering what to see for a tourist in Antalya on an excursion, then we offer several options for interesting and informative bus tours that will certainly appeal to many, and are inexpensive.
Excursion to Mira-Kekova-Demre-Church of St. Nicholas from Antalya
For those who prefer excursions to the sights of Antalya and want to get acquainted with the history of the city and the country, a group bus trip is offered, the duration of which is approximately 10 hours.
The journey begins early in the morning, at about 7 o'clock (depending on the distance of the resting place), the bus picks up everyone from the hotel and takes them to church of St. Nicholaslocated in the ancient city of Mira. At the moment, its building is a museum, and therefore it will be interesting to walk near the ruins and take a couple of photographs.
Then the acquaintance with the ancient city, which was previously the capital, continues. Lycian kingdom, the program includes visits to tombs carved into the rocks. Next comes the visit Roman amphitheater, which has an external resemblance to the Roman Colosseum. Then begins boat trip and visit to the sunken Kekova, which was previously prosperous, however, due to the fracture of tectonic plates, it went under water. After the tourists' walk, the bus takes them to the hotels. The cost is $ 40.
Diving in Antalya
There are a lot of interesting places for diving along the coast of the resort town, but most of them are in the bay Kirish... There are underwater caves, grottoes, as well as a variety of marine inhabitants. The instructors know where the most interesting objects are located, and therefore go on a yacht with them, and then go to get acquainted with the world of the Mediterranean Sea.
Diving is performed at a comfortable depth, and therefore experienced divers and amateurs will feel comfortable. The tour lasts 6 hours, so there will be time to eat, swim and enjoy the surrounding views. Diving prices start at $ 40 per person.
Prices for excursions from Antalya
If we talk about how much excursions in Antalya cost, then it should be borne in mind that a lot depends on the time, transport, as well as the number of tourists. After all, group excursions will be much cheaper than individual ones.
Excursion to Cappadocia from Antalya
Cappadocia is the historical center of Turkey, famous for its caves and underground city. In addition, you can see the flight of balloons and many amazing landscapes. The duration of the excursion is 48 hours and during this time you will be able to get acquainted with all the iconic places.
Visit is envisaged Mevlana Museum, underground city Kaymakly, the city of pottery Avanos... After spending the night at the hotel early in the morning, travelers are driven to balloon show... The cost is $ 85.
Trip to Pamukkale
An amazing place for the premises will be a cotton castle - Pamukkale, on the territory of which there are white reservoirs, as well as thermal springs with calcium carbonate. Tourists are offered to plunge into Cleopatra's poolswhich are renowned for their healthy, rejuvenating water. Its unique composition has a positive effect on the skin, making it soft and velvety. After bathing, be sure to rinse yourself under cool water.
After the program includes climbing the mountain Karahait, on which there are thermal springs with water saturated with iron. The duration of the trip is 12 hours, and the cost is $ 60 per person. We advise you to take a supply of drinking water with you.
Travel to Israel
While vacationing in Antalya in the summer, we definitely advise you to allocate two or three days for excursions from Antalya to other countries. Israel is considered the most popular to visit. The program in local travel agencies includes visits to famous attractions:
- Basilica of the Nativity of Christ,
- Jewish quarter,
- Wall of Tears.
You can buy a tour of Antalya - Jerusalem and walk through the old city, as well as go to Church of the Holy Sepulcher... Any excursions from Antalya to Israel include a visit to a unique and unusual reservoir - the Dead Sea, where you can swim, and then visit a shop with cosmetics.
Where to go from Antalya on an excursion with children?
An independent excursion around Antalya is also possible, which may include acquaintance with the sights of Turkey or visiting entertainment facilities.
For tourists who are going on vacation to Turkey in the summer with children, we suggest visiting:
- Aquapark "Aqualand"... You can have a great time in a large water park, where a huge number of slides are located, including the 100-meter Black Hole and the high-speed Kamikaze. Here you can also ride the waves in the artificial wave pool and visit the dolphinarium. You can visit it as part of a group tour, the cost of the trip will be $ 40, and it will include a transfer that will take you from the hotel to the water park and back.
- Aquarium in Antalya will allow you to get acquainted with the inhabitants of the seas and oceans, and the excursion will take place along the longest tunnel in Europe. You will also be able to learn the stories of the sunken ships and even take a photo near the wrecked ship.
A vacation in Antalya is not only a beach, relaxed vacation with the whole family by the sea in the best all-inclusive hotels, it can be bright, unforgettable and full of emotions. Therefore, you should definitely visit a Turkish resort to get to know it better.
