Antalya Private Tour 3 Days from Istanbul: Perge, Aspendos & Kekova
Overview
Antalya Private Tour 3 Days from Istanbul: Perge, Aspendos & Kekova
This Antalya tour brings together ancient history, coastal nature and the clear water of the Mediterranean.
Ancient Cities and a Sunken One
Expert private guides lead the way, transfers are comfortable and hotels are hand-chosen (booked on request). You explore ancient Perge, Aspendos and Side, stop at Manavgat Waterfalls and ride a boat out to Kekova and its sunken city.
In the Steps of St. Paul and St. Nicholas
Walk where St. Paul once travelled, see what the power of Rome built and step inside the famous Church of St. Nicholas in Demre.
The days mix culture, adventure and rest. You swim in blue water, stroll by the sea and learn about the long history of Antalya from an expert.
Who This Tour Suits
History fans, beach lovers and adventure seekers alike get a trip designed to feel authentic and comfortable.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 – Flight from Istanbul to Antalya
Your Istanbul hotel is the pick-up point for a private van, which drives you out to Istanbul Airport to catch your flight to Antalya.
On arrival, our representative meets you holding a sign with your name and drives you to the hotel. After that, the beach and the sea are yours until evening.
You stay the night in Antalya.
Day 2 – Perge, Aspendos, Manavgat Waterfalls and Side
Your private guide and driver collect you at 10:00 am for the day's tour of Aspendos and Perge. The stops are:
- Perge: an ancient city of Pamphylia that lay on St. Paul's route, with its stadium.
- Aspendos Theatre: among the most complete Roman theatres anywhere.
- Manavgat Waterfalls
- Side, with its pretty streets
When the tour is over, the private van brings you back to your hotel. Night in Antalya.
Day 3 – Demre, Myra, St. Nicholas Church and Kekova Boat Trip
Your private guide and driver are back at 10:00 am, this time for a day of ancient sites. The stops are:
- Demre: home of Myra's Lycian rock tombs.
- Church of St. Nicholas: built for the saint whose story inspired Santa Claus.
- Boat trip to Kekova Island: for a look at its well-known sunken city.
*Pack a swimsuit: there is time to swim.
After the tour a transfer takes you to Antalya Airport for the flight back to Istanbul. There our representative is waiting with a name sign and drives you to your hotel.
Our services end here. Thanks for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you back.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Private Tour
- ✓Local Tour Guides
- ✓Domestic Flights (Economy Class)
- ✓Transportation by Private Van
- ✓Airport Transfers (Mentioned)
- ✓Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✕Hotel Bookings (Available Upon Request)
- ✕Meals & Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at no charge until 7 days before your tour and you receive a full refund. If you cancel within the final 7 days before the tour, no refund is given. All times shown are local.
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- Antalya Jeep Safari and ATV Quad Safari: Routes, Ages and Licence
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- Antalya Airport Transfer: Drive Times to Lara, Belek, Side and Kemer
Private three-day Antalya tour from Istanbul: the essentials
On this private three-day tour you fly from Istanbul to Antalya and see the region's major ancient sites with a guide and driver of your own. You explore the ruins of Perge, Aspendos and Side, stop at the Manavgat Waterfall, and on the final day go to Demre for the rock tombs of Myra and the Church of St. Nicholas, followed by a boat trip to the Kekova Sunken City. Included are economy-class domestic flights, airport transfers, a private van, local guides, and museum tickets and attraction fees. Hotels can be booked on request, and as the price depends on your dates and group, we quote it on request.
| Quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Length | 3 days |
| Cost | Quote on request, based on your dates and group |
| Format | Private, with a guide and driver just for you |
| Starting point | Your Istanbul hotel, with the flight to Antalya included |
| Covered | Local guides, private van, domestic flights, airport transfers, museum tickets and attraction fees |
| Excluded | Hotel (we can book it on request), meals and drinks, tips |
What is in the three-day plan?
| Day | Plan |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Private van to Istanbul Airport, flight to Antalya, greeting on arrival and transfer to your hotel |
| Day 2 | Perge, an old Pamphylian city on St. Paul's route; the theatre and stadium at Aspendos; Side; Manavgat Waterfall |
| Day 3 | Demre and Myra's Lycian rock tombs; the Church of St. Nicholas; a boat trip to Kekova and its Sunken City |
Pick-up on both sightseeing days is at 10:00, so your mornings are unhurried.
Private tour or group day trips from Antalya?
| Option | How it differs | Starting price |
|---|---|---|
| This private tour | Flights from Istanbul, own guide and driver, tickets included | On request |
| Group tour of Perge, Aspendos, Side and Manavgat | Group day trip, entrance fees not included | $90 |
| Group tour of Kekova Sunken City and Myra | Group day trip, lunch included | $120 |
| Private tour of Demre, Myra and Kekova | A private day out of Antalya | $140 |
| 8-day Istanbul and Antalya package | Hotels, the Old Town and a Suluada boat trip included | $1,980 per person |
Why does Antalya matter to biblical travellers?
The Acts of the Apostles names Perge as a city Paul and Barnabas visited on their first missionary journey. Myra, where Paul switched ships on the way to Rome, later became the see of St. Nicholas, the bishop who inspired the Santa Claus legend. This tour links those places with the region's Roman theatres and its coastline.
Why is the Aspendos Theatre so special?
Dating from the 2nd century AD, it ranks among the best-preserved Roman theatres anywhere, its stage building still upright, and performances are still held there. The tour also takes in what remains of the ancient stadium at Aspendos.
When should you visit Antalya?
For the ancient sites, spring and autumn are best. Summer is hot, but the Kekova boat trip and the waterfall help you cool off. In winter the coast is mild and the sites are quiet.
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, swimwear if you would like to swim on the boat trip, modest clothes for the church, and a passport or ID for the domestic flights.
How to book
Tell us your preferred dates, how many people are travelling and whether we should book your hotel in Antalya, using the form on this page or WhatsApp. We confirm the price and plan in writing, and payment is due only after that. Looking for more? Browse our Antalya tours and Turkey tour packages.
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