Get away from the crowds and join an amazing full day excursion from Antalya that combines everything you need for a relaxing, pleasurable and informative experience. This Antalya Perge /Aspendos/ Side / Manavgat Waterfall Tour combines perfectly sightseeing in ancient cities and spots of unappalled natural beauty. Archaeological sites, the tranquil atmosphere of waterfalls and a lot of history are some of the aspects you should expect from this magnificent excursion.
This full day tour takes place every day and departure from Antalya is scheduled during the morning. On the day of your excursion, a fully air conditioned and comfortable bus will pick you up from your hotel. An assigned professional tour guide will welcome you in the bus and explain the tour’s schedule. The tour guide will be the person in charge to provide interesting information about the places of interest.
The first stop of this tour will take place at the ancient city of Perge, which is 15km away from Antalya. The city was founded right after the Trojan War and today is one of the most notable archaeological sites of the area from the Roman period. During your time there, the guide will explain everything you need to know about the history and the importance of the settlement. Among the most impressive structures is the ancient theatre, a stadium that was used for gladiatorial fights, defensive walls, an ancient agora and an acropolis dating back to the Bronze Age.
Your exploration continues towards the next stop, at the ancient city of Aspendos. This particular site used to be one of the most important cultural and economic centres of antiquity due to its location in the banks of Köprüçay River. There, you may observe and admire the impressive Roman theatre that was constructed during the reign of Marcus Aurelius. An interesting highlight is that, the theatre is still being used for various cultural events.
Then, a lunch break follows at a local restaurant where you can relax and enjoy a tasty meal. The day tour continues with a stop at the ancient city of Side. Accompanied by the tour guide, you will walk around and observe the impressive marble columns, the amphitheatre, the city walls and the temple of Apollo which is found in the old harbour of Side. From there, you may also enjoy some spectacular views over the Mediterranean Sea.
The last stop of this exploration will take your breath away as you will be visiting a spot of unique natural beauty. Manavgat Waterfalls Natural Park is one of the most visited spots in Antalya due to its spectacular landscape and relaxing atmosphere. There, you can admire the emerald waters cascading and smell the pine scent. Do not miss the chance to snap some impressive photos during your time there.
After spending some time in the National Park, the bus will continue on its way back to Antalya. Return to your hotel is scheduled during the afternoon. By that time, you will be full of positive emotions and long lasting memories.
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Immerse yourself into an amazing exploration of history by visiting some of Antalya’s most notable archaeological sites. This full day Antalya Perge /Aspendos/ Side / Aspendos Waterfall Tour will take you towards ancient cities and towards the beautiful waterfalls of the national park. The excursion is ideal for all those who wish to proceed with some sightseeing while being away from the crowds. It is also a great option for those who wish to explore and understand the history of Antalya.
Pick up: 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.
Perge: 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.
Aspendos: 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.
Lunch: 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.
Side: 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.
Manavgat Waterfall: 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.
Return: You 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.
We experienced both the past and the present simultaneously on our tour. Thanks to our guide, we gained comprehensive knowledge throughout the journey. The waterfall was enchanting. My family and I want to visit Turkey again and join this tour once more. It was an incredible day for us. Many thanks to our guide and sales consultant for making it so memorable
Family friendly, and very interesting. We enjoy sightseeing a lot, and this tour had everything we needed. Transfers were convenient, and lunch was delicious. it was so nice to share some quality moments as a family. We visited the ancient ruins and listened to some key facts about the history. The guide knew a lot of things, and was willing to help with anything. The highlights for us were two. The first was the ancient theatre in Aspendos, and the other one the waterfalls. Both of them were so impressive. In general, in was a relaxing and very interesting excursion. Perfect for kids.
We were a group of six and spent 4 nights in Antalya The guide ( Ozi ) was very fluent in English and super friendly, very professional I must say . Pickup on time. The day was full yet we were comfortable through out the whole day. The ancient city of Aspendos is impressive, Side has its beauty, I will definitely spend a couple of days on my next visit . Perge the ancient city is surely a place to visit. Lunch was also top . I give this tour 5 star from the beginning till the end . Thanks Excursion Mania for such a memorable day ..
