Antalya & Alanya Tour Route
About the Tour
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the ancient cities of Side, Perge, and Aspendos along Turkey’s Mediterranean coast. Additionally, we will experience the breathtaking views of the Taurus Mountains on a segment of the Saint Paul Trail. Filled with historical ruins, stunning architecture, and natural beauty, this journey is unforgettable for history and nature enthusiasts. Below, you’ll find detailed information about the places we’ll visit and the activities planned.
Places to Visit and Activities
Side Ancient City
Located on Turkey’s southern Mediterranean coast, Side is one of the country’s best-known classical sites. Founded by Greek settlers in the 7th century BC, it became a significant center during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. During our tour, we’ll visit Side’s well-preserved ancient theater, the Temple of Apollo, and the Roman baths. The Side Museum offers a closer look at the region’s history through its artifacts. Click here for more information.
Perge
Perge, once the capital of Pamphylia Secunda, was a major city in the Roman era. Dating back to the Early Bronze Age (4000-3000 BC), its ruins include colonnaded streets, an agora, a stadium, and a theater. Our tour will explore this city, visited by Alexander the Great, and showcase the grandeur of Roman architecture. Click here for more information.
Aspendos
Established in the 5th century BC, Aspendos is renowned for its remarkably preserved Roman theater, built in the 2nd century AD. With a capacity of 12,000, the theater still hosts concerts today. During our visit, we’ll explore the theater and other structures like the aqueducts. Restored under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk’s directive, Aspendos is a testament to Roman engineering. Click here for more information.
Saint Paul Trail
The Saint Paul Trail is a 500 km long-distance footpath following the route of Saint Paul’s first missionary journey in Anatolia. Our tour includes a short hike around the Roman Bridge over the Köprülü River, offering mesmerizing views of the Taurus Mountains. This blend of nature and history will be a highlight of the trip. Click here for more information.
Tour Duration: 7 Days
Included Services:
Airport pick-up and drop-off, hotels, breakfast at hotels, intermediate transfers, professional tour guide, ATV, rafting, zipline, paragliding, boat tour and similar activities are included!
Excluded Services:
We strongly recommend visiting historical sites and museums, but each entrance fee depends on personal preference (each ticket ranges from 10-15 euro per entrance). Museum tickets are not included in the package. Only lunch is not covered by our services, Breakfast and Dinners will be available at hotels but if you wish you can dine outside, we have a good list of places to offer.
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