Experience the charming Mediterranean city of Antalya, with its Ottoman architecture, stunning view of the nearby Bey Mountains, and ancient Roman harbour. Take a private Antalya shore excursion with a local guide to discover the fascinating past of this modern-day "gateway to the Turkish Riviera."

Your guide will wander with you through the Roman-Ottoman quarter of Kaleiçi where you can explore narrow winding streets and graceful Ottoman-era houses and the striking 13th century Yivli Minaret. If you're interested in history, the city's Archeological Museum houses many Roman treasures. If you enjoy shopping, be sure to look for bargains at one of the city's traditional Turkish markets. Antalya has a burgeoning culinary scene - after your shore excursion, your guide will be happy to suggest an excellent restaurant for you to enjoy the local cuisine.

Your guide will customize a private Antalya shore excursion that reflects your unique interests in this beautiful Turkish city

Antalya

Beauty and the Beach / Mount Tahtalı (Lycian Olympos) by cable car and Ancient city of Phaselis

The marvelous scenery that you ll watch via the cable car is really special and unique, you ll fall in love with the nature around the National Park adorned with pine forest and cloudy hills.
Our expedition begins with boarding the panoramic cabin which is equipped with large but safe windows it will take you from 726 m to 2. 365 m above sea level within It 10-minutes. It will carry you to the summit station, which is at the height. Meanwhile, the structure of the mountain mass will become more evident, and allow you to read its geological history in a better way as you go upper via the cable car.

We will also visit an ancient Roman city of Phaselis located just by the sea, although it is a small sailor Roman city, it will amaze you with a lot of well protected Romans ruins such as a theatre, colanaded street, bath, the ports as well as the sandy beaches around the city. Phaselis is also regarded to be one of the best place for swimming in Mediterranean sea so we can give a break for swimming as well.

The marvelous view of the woods around Mount Tahtalı by Medirerranean Sea

Phaselis, Chimera, Olympos Ancient Sites full-day tour from Antalya

A perfect day-out from your resort or from cosmopolit city of Antalya to discover these hidden gems, Olympos, Chimera and Phaselis. Phaselis was set up by the Rhodians in 700 BC. Because of its location on an isthmus separating two harbours, it became the most important harbour city of eastern Lycia and an important centre of commerce between Greece, Asia, Egypt, and Phoenicia, although it did not belong to the Lycian League. After here we visit Chimera which was a monstrous fire-breathing hybrid creature of Lycia in Asia Minor, composed of the parts of more than one animal. It is usually depicted as a lion, with the head of a goat protruding from its back, and a tail that might end with a snake's head. [2] It was one of the offspring of Typhon and Echidna and a sibling of such monsters as Cerberus and the Lernaean Hydra. Chimera is originally metan gas source and a pagan temple was built on it, then converted to a church.
our final stop is olympos beach. From here if you like to walk to site.

Enjoy a private tour to historical sites Phaselis, Olympos and Chimera. Natural wonders, coast, historical sites

Meditteraneans shining pearl Antalya awaits you to discover. Millions of visitors visit Antalya all year around to see its attractions. The old town area(kaleici) hadrians gate, yacht harbour, karpuzkaldiran(duden) waterfall and of course Antalya archeological musuem are our destinations on this tour. A comfortable walk in the old town till yacht harbour and sit down at a cofee house , get a turkish coffee or a tea with great views to the gulf of Antalya including the taurus mountains will be unforgettable and best memory on your tour.
Please note that during the tour you can have for yourself some private moments where you can explore the city on your own and go shopping too.
Depending on your wishes I can arrange or advice a restaurant during the tour.

Explore main highlights of Antalya in seven hours with a private guide

Antalya Classic City Tour / Full Day Tour ( Tour 01 )

Perge-Aspendos & Düden Waterfall Tour From Antalya

By being someone with a degree in history and archaeology I can make sure Aspendos and Perge will be an unforgettable day for you. You feel a historical journey back to 3.000 years ago.
I will give you the perspective of the ancient cities that played a major role in the history of Alexander the Great and St Paul's visit to the city.
We start by visiting one of well preserved Hellenistic and Roman cities of Perge. Second is the Aspendos amphitheater still 90 percent well preserved and you can watch opera shows inside it in the summertime.
Have a break at Waterfall to refresh and to see the natural beauty of the fall.
Let me share some local stories with you. This is your private archaeological visit. Don't miss it!

Explore Well Preserved Roman Ancient Cities of Antalya with a Private Guide

Perge-Aspendos &amp; Düden Waterfall Tour From Antalya

Pamukkale Private Full-day Tour from Antalya

Combine visits to some of Turkey's most important highlights in this 8-10 hour guided private tour from Antalya
Pamukkale, meaning "Cotton Castle" in Turkish, is a natural site in Denizli Province in southwestern Turkey. The city contains hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water.
The ancient Greco-Roman and Byzantine city of Hierapolis was built on top of the white "castle" which is in total about 2, 700 metres (8, 860 ft) long, 600 m (1, 970 ft) wide and 160 m (525 ft) high. It can be seen from the hills on the opposite side of the valley in the town of Denizli, 20 km away.
Pamukkale is a tourist attraction. It is recognized as a World Heritage Site together with Hierapolis. Hierapolis-Pamukkale was made a World Heritage Site in 1988.

the biggest necropolis of turkey,1200 graveyards in Hierapolis ancient city in Pamukkale

Visit Pamukkale Travertines+Hierapolis Ancient City+Cleopatra's Pool optional Hot Air Balloon Riding or Paragliding

Pamukkale & Hierapolis full-day tour from Antalya

Our program starts from your accommodation place in Antalya center. Our 2, 5 hours driving will be through the Taurus mountains and will see nomadic lifestyle on the way.

First, we will visit the Hierapolis ancient site which was the biggest healing place in ancient Rome. Our guide will inform you about its importance and history.

After we have visit ruins we will visit the most popular part of Pamukkale (which means Cotton castle) This snow white terraces and warm thermal water will take you to another world.
Also, we will have free time to swim in Aphrodite Pool where you can dive and touch Ancient coloumbs. This would be extra for the guest.
After late lunch down in the Pamukkale we will stop by the local viewers Associaton if wanted and drive back to Antalya and drop back to your accommodation place.
This is a great option to escape from the coast and explore the real part of Turkey.

Explore these UNESCO sites with a private guide

Antalya Old Town (Kaleici) and Archeology Museum - Half-day Shore Excursion

Antalya is a modern city of 2 million 750 thousand people on the southern coast of Turkey. It was founded in the 2nd century B. C by the Pergamon ruler Attalos the second. That's why the city witnessed the Roman, Byzantium, and Ottoman periods as well.

Antalya's Old Town (Kaleici), where I spent my childhood, remains as the heart of this modern Turkish city. Home to a number of historic monuments, it's also the city's most atmospheric district—a maze of narrow winding streets dotted with traditional wooden houses from Ottoman period, bars, restaurants, and Ottoman-style boutique hotels. We start our exploration in Kaleici, taking in the sights on foot.

Our tour will include historic highlights such as Hadrian's Gate, the 18th-century Tekeli Mehmet Paşa mosque, the Selçuk-era Fluted Minaret, and the old Clock Tower. And of course, to end, we pay a visit to the archeology museum of Antalya full of magnificent sculptures from ancient Greek and Roman towns, especially from Perge.

Let's explore together!

Step back in time with a local guide

Antalya Full Day City and Waterfalls Tour / Shore Excursion

See how the urban meets nature and discover all the secrets in Antalya. Explore this city in a full, informative tour of the historic old city (Kaleici).

Learn about ancient Ottoman, Selcuk and Roman buildings, city walls, Hadrian's Gate, minarets, clock tower and the marina. As a local experienced guide who lives near the old town, I am ready to share all my knowledge of this wonderful place and turn this day into an unforgettable one. Let's have lunch in the Marina, relax next to the sea. There are several excellent seafood restaurants to choose from with the finest Turkish wines. Come find out why they are the best dishes in the area!

After tasting exquisite local food, merge yourself in nature, visiting two of the most spectacular waterfalls in the Antalya area. Upper Duden is a natural park area with ancient trees and incredible waterfalls. Finish this journey in the Lower Duden waterfall which cascades down the cliffs creating beautiful rainbows into the sea.

Unforgettable Full-day exploring the old town + visiting 2 spectacular waterfalls

Double Delight, Perge & Aspendos Ancient Cities

The tour promises you have a historical journey back to basics, around two-thousand years ago, these two magnificent ancient cities will also make you understand the Ancient Greek and Roman way of life around the Mediterranean Region.
Perge, the largest city of Hellenistic and Roman times in the region, has various remaining, such as the Roman Bath, the Colonnaded Street, Agora, Stadium. These structures are in good order and thought to be the best protected Roman ruins in Turkey.
Aspendos, one of the most important cities of Pamphylia, will be our second stop. Especilly the ancient theatre is considered to be one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the World with the capacity of 15000.
Let's explore and enjoy the ruins of Perge and Aspendos together!

Enjoy the most magnicifant ancient Panphylian cities around Antalya

St. Paul's Trail multi-day Walking Tour from Antalya

St. Pauls trail is a second longest long-distance trail in Turkey. ıt runs from Antalya south of Turkey to Lake district over the Taurus mountains. It passes through one of the greenest forests of Taurus mountains where natural pine cheddar juniper and oak trees meet. The trail follows some of the Roman roads used by St. Paul on his journey to Antioch from Perge in Pisidia near Lale Egirdir. Untouched by time, the pastoral lifestyle, richness of history, the beauty of nature and diversity of natural life gives this area almost what a trekker would like to encounter on a walk. Fatih is here for you to discover and organize walks on this trail.

Explore the footsteps of St. Paul with a private guide in eight days

Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site in Denizli Province in southwestern Turkey. The city contains hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. It is located in Turkey's Inner Aegean region, in the River Menderes valley, which has a temperate climate for most of the year.

The ancient Greco-Roman and Byzantine city of Hierapolis was built on top of the white "castle" is a must seen ancient place.

We will have some coffee breaks as well in the heart of anatolia to discover the natural beauty , land and people.

Entrance fees per person are included:
-Pamukkale 
-Hierapolis Open Air Museum
-Sculpture Museum in Hierapolis

Explore UNESCO world heritage in 12 hours

Pamukkale and Hierapolis / Full Day Tour ( Tour 17 )

İt s great to explore Old Town with a local Expert Guide for  2 hours. You really feel thousands of years back when you are walking at the narrow streets of Old Town. 
 During this tour we touch history from 2 century BC until today . 
 Visit unspoiled waterfalls of Antalya ,Düden waterfall.
Get ready for a amazing city with history, nature and breathtaking sceneries.

Discover the Best of Antalya; Old Town -Düden Waterfalls -Kurşunlu Waterfall

Private Antalya City Tour &amp; Shore Excursion

Perge & Aspendos Half-day Private Tour From Antalya

During this tour, you will have the chance to understand how people lived two-thousand years ago and, If you dream to go back in time, I believe this magnificent ancient city will help you to feel that way!

Perge, the largest ancient settling of both Hellenistic and Roman age in the region, possesses a Roman Bath, Colonnaded Street, Agora, Stadium, and Water Aqueduct. These structures are in good order and well protected after excavation. We will also visit Aspendos, one of the most important cities of Pamphylia which was the original name of the Antalya region. Aspendos theatre is one of the best-preserved Roman Amphitheaters on the Asian continent. Built into a steep hillside and big enough to host 15000 people.

I have a deep interest in history and I grew up in this wonderful ancient region, so I can tell you all the secrets about this area. I will do my best for you to have an unforgettable day.
Come explore Perge and Aspendos with me!

Explore the Pearl of Pamphilia with a private guide

Antalya Full Day City Tour / Shore excursion

In this tour, we will visit Lower Duden Waterfall which cascades down the cliffs into the sea and hopefully see rainbows when it meets the sea. Let's get into the historic Old Town (Kaleici) with its Ottoman houses, ancient buildings, city walls, Clock Tower, Minarets and Marina. I live near the old town, so I can share all the secrets and knowledge of this wonderful place with you.

We can then go on a boat tour to relax on the sea before having lunch at my favorite restaurant overlooking the sea - specialized in seafood and meat. I am certain you will definitely agree with me! They also have a selection of fine Turkish wines. We can relax here and admire the beautiful scenery - the sea, yachts and distant mountains.

The Archeological Museum has 13 exhibition halls and an open-air gallery. I believe this is one of the best museums in Turkey and I know everything about it, so let a local passionate expert show you the secrets of this amazing city. Come explore Antalya with me!

Exploring Nature and Culture

Explore the old town (Kaleici), walk along the ancient roman walls and the Hadrians gate. You will be fascinated by the ottoman houses , sit down for a coffee or tea break, see the textile bazaar, spice bazaar and more.
See the beautifull Karpuzkaldiran waterfall.

Of course we will have some time to get some traditional turkish lunch as well.

During the tour you can have some private time for yourself so you can explore the city on your own and go for some shopping too.

I live in Antalya for almost 30 years and know this city very well. and everytime when I walk in the old town I feel like I explore it again and again. Come and join me please.

Discover Antalya in 5 hours

Antalya City Break / Half Day Tour ( Tour 02 )

I want to tell you about Antalya with a special point of view from a Local. Antalya is not only famous for beaches also center of history, archeologhy, nature and waterfalls. Being someone interested in history and nature, I will make sure Antalya will be an unforgettable experience for you. Thousands of years we had many different civilizations passed from here.
To understand the city better, have a walk through Old Town. Have a break at the waterfalls of Antalya. It s a mixture of open-air museums and a modern city. Every street, every corner have something from past and today. Get ready for an amazing city with history, nature and breathtaking sceneries!

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