Highlights & Itinerary
Just like all our private tours, every itinerary is completely customizable. And here’s the 2-day itinerary for the Southwest parts of Antalya in which we immerse ourselves in the immense Lycian heritage of the region.
Antalya hotel pickup → smooth start with private vehicle
Phaselis Ancient City: three natural harbors, Roman theatre & pine-framed beaches
Myra, Demre: iconic Lycian rock-cut tombs and grand Roman theatre
St. Nicholas Church (optional): mosaics & frescoes of the historic “Santa Claus”
Kekova Boat Cruise: glide above the Sunken City, swim stop (weather-permitting)
Kaleköy (Simena) landing: castle views, stone lanes, local ice cream
Overnight in Kaş: charming old town, sunset promenade by the harbor
Free morning in Kaş: coffee, quick dip, or lazy brunch with sea views
UNESCO Xanthos–Letoon: Harpy Tomb, Inscribed Pillar, temples of Leto–Apollo–Artemis
Tlos fortress & acropolis: cliff tombs, theatre, sweeping valley panoramas
Fethiye hotel drop-off: relaxed finish, early evening arrival
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Style: Private tour (comfortable vehicle, flexible pacing)
Starts: Antalya hotel (08:30 pickup)
Ends: Fethiye hotel (evening drop-off)
Why you’ll love it
From Roman harbors tucked into pine forests to Lycian cliff tombs and a sunken city you’ll glide over by boat—this route strings together the very best of the Lycian Coast.
- Day 1 moves along the shoreline (Phaselis → Demre → Kekova boat with Kaleköy/Simena stop) and settles into Kaş for the night.
- Day 2 cruises inland through UNESCO sites (Xanthos–Letoon) and finishes above the plains at the fortress city of Tlos, before an easy roll into Fethiye.
Day 1- Antalya → Phaselis → Demre (Myra) → Çayağzı → Kekova Boat → Kaş (Overnight)
08:30 Private pickup from your Antalya hotel → drive the coastal D400.
09:30–10:30 Phaselis Ancient City
Three natural harbors, Roman theatre, colonnaded street, pine-shaded beach coves.
Easy strolls; quick photo stops or a short swim in warm months (time permitting).
11:45–12:30 Myra Rock Tombs & Roman Theatre
- Iconic Lycian façade tombs hewn into the cliff; grand 2nd-century theatre.
12:35–13:15 St. Nicholas Church (Demre) (optional but recommended)
- Mosaics, frescoes, and the story behind the historical Saint Nicholas.
13:20–14:05 Lunch break in Demre
- Fresh meze & grilled fish/chicken/meat options. (Vegetarian options available.)
14:30–16:30 Kekova Boat Tour (Private or Shared) + Kaleköy (Simena)
- Depart Çayağzı harbor. Glide over the Sunken City (Batıkşehir) and Tersane Bay.
- Swim stop at Aquarium/Camel or Shipyard Bay (season/weather-permitting).
- Kaleköy (Simena) landing: 45–60 min to walk lanes, taste local ice cream, or climb to the hilltop castle for a sweeping view of Kekova.
16:30–17:00 Çayağzı→ Kaş (drive)
17:00+ Check-in: Kaş hotel (TBD)
- Free evening in Kaş: harbor promenade, old town lanes, sunset drinks at the amphitheater or a rooftop.
Day 2 Kaş (Free Morning) → Xanthos → Letoon → Tlos → Fethiye (Drop-off)
Morning Free time in Kaş
Suggestions: Çukurbağ peninsula views, old bazaar coffee, quick dip at İnceboğaz or Küçük Çakıl (seasonal), or simply a lazy brunch by the marina.
12:00 Depart Kaş → Xanthos (~45 min)
12:45–13:45 Xanthos (UNESCO)
Capital of ancient Lycia; Harpy Tomb, Inscribed Pillar, necropolis & agora.
Brief historical orientation so the site “clicks” when you walk it.
13:55–14:35 Letoon Sanctuary (UNESCO) (10–15 min from Xanthos)
Temples of Leto, Apollo, Artemis; inscriptions that helped decode the Lycian language.
14:35–15:15 Drive Letoon → Tlos
What’s included
Private vehicle & driver for 2 days (Antalya pickup → Fethiye drop-off)
Kekova boat tour (we’ll arrange private by default; shared options available on request)
Bottled water in the vehicle
All parking, highway/bridge fees, fuel
What’s not included
Site tickets: Phaselis, Myra, St. Nicholas Church, Xanthos, Letoon, Tlos
Kaleköy castle entrance (optional)
Meals & drinks, personal expenses, tips
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