Demre Myra Kekova tour from Kemer is an day excursion to the historical region of Lycia in Turkey. You will visit the ancient city of Myra with its Lycian tombs and amphitheater, see the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre, where the relics of the saint rest. The excursion to Demre from Kemer will end with a Kekova boat trip to the sunken city with its ancient ruins. The distance from Kemer to Demre is 99 km, travel time is 1 hour 30 minutes. We offer convenient transfer from hotels in Goynuk, Beldibi, Tekirova, Camyuva, Kiris. Detailed tour program and price, as well as reviews of participants are available on our website.
| Adult | 28 £ |
| Children (4-8) | 16 £ |
| Infants (0-3) | free |
| Tour days | Wednesday, Friday , Sunday |
| Tour hours | 08:00 - 17:30 |
| Includes | transfer, historian guide, lunch, Kekova boat trip |
| Excludes | drinks, entrance to the St. Nicholas church, entrance to Mira |
| Recommended | sunglasses, swimsuit or swimming trunks, a towel, money to pay for additional services, lunch-box from your hotel |
Demre Myra Kekova tour from Kemer is a great opportunity to visit one of the first centers of origin and spread of Christianity. Choosing this walk, you can make a pilgrimage tour to the holy places and visit the places where St. Nicholas the Wonderworker lived and preached - the progenitor of the image of Santa Claus. You can safely say that My Kemer Tours offers the most affordable prices for excursions from Kemer
The price of the Demre-Myra-Kekova excursion from Kemer is quite democratic because the tour program is very rich and consists of three key attractions:
Demre Myra Kekova from Kemer, Demre is one of the most visited cities in Turkey. Here he spent the last years of his life the famous preacher and saint - Nikolai from Patras. Here you will see the Church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, which was destroyed by an earthquake but was later restored. Here is the house where he spent the last years of his life, and on the church grounds, there is a marble sarcophagus, in which, according to legends, St. Nicholas was buried.
Few people know about tour to Demre to St. Nicholas in Turkey from Kemer because the miracle worker St. Nicholas or Santa Claus was buried in the city of Demre in the church in which he preached. His sarcophagus is still there today. However, in the 17th century, pirates attacked the city and stole its remains, and later sold them to the Church of Naples, which is located in Italy, where they remained. So the sarcophagus is still a place of power.
The ruins of the ancient city of the world are famous for their Lycian tombs - the largest in all of Turkey. They were carved into the rocks especially for the most senior and wealthy inhabitants of the ancient city. According to ancient legends, the souls of those who are buried in the rock tombs, immediately go to heaven. The ruins of the ancient Greco-Roman theater and other buildings of the Roman Empire are also well preserved here. If you are interested to see historical places our company recommends you, Pamukkale tour from Kemer one day.
Kekova - one of the islands of the Mediterranean Sea, which during the First World War was the subject of disputes between Italy and Turkey. In its northern part, you can find the ruins of the ancient city of Dolkhiste. In the 2nd century AD, This settlement was completely destroyed by an earthquake, and all the buildings were partially submerged. Houses and large buildings rise above the water, but most of the structures are located below the water level. The coastline of the island is dotted with antique artifacts and objects of ancient times. During a walk on a yacht, through the glass windows at the bottom of the ship, you will see marble stairs and columns, the ruins of houses and city buildings, the ruins of the ancient port, and even Lycian sarcophagi.
Demre-Myra-Kekova tour from Goynuk is a fascinating journey through the ancient cities of Lycia. You will visit Demre, where the Church of St. Nicholas is located, see the ancient Lycian tombs and the amphitheater in Myra. Then you will go by boat to the sunken city of Kekova, where you will see the ruins of ancient buildings under water. The program also includes swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay and lunch on board. Immersion in the history and nature of Turkey will make this day unforgettable. The distance from Goynuk to Demre is 105 km, travel time is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Demre-Mira-Kekova excursion from Beldibi is a magic journey into the history and nature of Turkey. You will visit the ancient city of Myra, where you will see the Lycian tombs and amphitheater, as well as the famous Church of St. Nicholas in Demre. Then take a boat to the sunken city of Kekova, where you can see the ruins of ancient buildings under water and enjoy the crystal clear sea. This is an ideal excursion for lovers of history, culture and nature. The distance from Beldibi to Demre is 108 km, travel time is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Demre-Myra-Kekova from Camyuva is a best journey to historical and natural attractions. In Demre you will visit the Church of St. Nicholas, in Myra you will see ancient Lycian tombs and a Roman amphitheater. Then you will go by boat to the sunken city of Kekova, where you can see the ruins of ancient buildings through the clear waters. The excursion will give you a lot of impressions and introduce you to the rich heritage of the region. The distance from Camyuva to Demre is 91 km, travel time is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Demre-Myra-Kekova from Kiris immerses you in the history and natural beauty of the region. You will visit the ancient city of Myra, where you will see majestic rock tombs and a Roman theater. In Demre, you will visit the Church of St. Nicholas, known as the prototype of Santa Claus. The excursion will end with a boat tour of Kekova Bay, where you can see the sunken city, the ruins of which are visible through the clear waters. The tour includes lunch, transfer and guide services. The distance from Kiriş to Demre is 96 km, travel time is 2 hours.
Demre-Myra-Kekova tour from Tekirova offers a rich journey through the ancient sites of the Lycian coast. Visit the tombs and amphitheater of ancient Myra, delve into the history of St. Nicholas in Demre, and then take a boat to the sunken city of Kekova to see the ruins underwater. The tour includes transfers, lunch and a guide. Great views, archaeological sites and history await you on this excursion. Distance from Tekirova to Demre is 81 km, travel time is 1 hour 45 minutes.
