Antalya Ancient Ruins & Waterfall Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Perge's ancient ruins
- Marvel at Aspendos Theater's architecture
- Discover Side's historical treasures
- Enjoy the beauty of Manavgat Waterfall
- Experience Antalya's rich history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Perge Ancient City
- Visit to Aspendos Theater
- Exploration of Side's ancient sites
- Trip to Manavgat Waterfall
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
During the morning, a comfortable and fully air conditioned bus will pick you up from your hotel in Antalya. A professional tour guide will accompany you during this tour in order to explain everything you need to know about the places of interest.
Your first stop will take place at the ancient city of Perge. The settlement was constructed after the end of Trojan War and demonstrates perfectly the Roman architectural design. Upon entrance in the archaeological site, the tour guide will give you some interesting details about the history of this place. Among the most interesting structures there are the city walls, the ancient theatre, an ancient stadium used for gladiatorial purposes and an acropolis that dates back to the Bronze Ages.
According to the schedule, the next stop will take place at the ancient city of Aspendos which is located in the banks of Köprüçay River. During the Roman period, this city was among the most known and important cultural and trading centres. Among the ruins, there is an impressive ancient theatre with a capacity of 15,000 people. It is important to note that, this theatre is still being used for various festivals and cultural events.
A lunch break follows at a local restaurant. There, you may enjoy a freshly made and delicious lunch and take some time to relax before proceeding with the rest of your tour.
Then, you will have the opportunity to visit the ancient city of Side. This sea-side archaeological site features some impressive structures. Among others, you may admire the marble columns, the ancient theatre and the temple of Apollo. During your time there, you may also enjoy some views over the blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
After finishing sightseeing, the bus will drive you towards the National Park in order to visit the infamous Manavgat Waterfall. The emerald waters splashing into the lake and the beauty of the surrounding landscape will take your breath away since the very first moments. Do not miss the opportunity to snap some photos of this tranquil and stunning backdrop.
ou will then return to the bus and enjoy a road trip back to Antalya. This excursion finishes when you arrive back to your hotel full of memories and with a sense of sweet tiredness.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Confirm your hotel pickup details at least 24 hours in advance.
- Be prepared for a full-day excursion with minimal rest periods.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring ancient sites.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Children will be asked to present their valid passports at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age.
- Hat, Sun Cream, Sunglasses, Camera, Comfortable Shoes, Comfortable Clothing.
Traveler reviews
Great Tour, Knowledgable Guide, but Ditch the Hidden Fees
This was a really good tour of some fascinating Roman sites, with a very informed tour guide and well-orgamised route. My only criticism would be that the person I bought has hidden fees: I had to pay additional charges for entrance for two of the sites. This should be stated clearly on the ads, and to be honest it is not worth buying this way. I spent another 26 euros, and would shave preferred to have bought the whole package, no hidden fees. I'm only leaving the five-star out of respect for our excellent tour guide, but the hidden fees thing leaves a bad taste.
What a wonderful trip
The trip was amazing, Tour guide was brilliant. I would highly recommend this trip.Everthing was well organised,with a short timespan to see so much, just superd
Great day with great guide
It is a nice tour, kinda a travel into past. All 3 places are great, give you a felling how the life was 2 milleniums ago. Especially if you are lucky enough your tour guide is Kerem. He is perfect. He knows how to bring history close to you without boddering you with unnecessary facts and years. Deffinetelly thumbs up!
Detailed Explanation
We enjoyed the tour as a family with Den(Sorry, I’m not sure of the name) The guide’s detailed and fun explanations kept the tour interesting. We also had plenty of free time to look around. It was even better because it was a small group. Thank you!
great excursion
Great excursion. I recommend and the guide explained very well. Lunch was very good. We really liked the visits of Perge