About this experience
Walking through the quarters in the heart of Antalya, we will trace the city's path from the Ancient world to the Ottoman Empire. You will see ancient gates, fortress walls and towers, a dervish school, an ancient mosque and port, as well as visit an ethnographic museum. Exploring the monuments, you will get familiar with the heritage of different civilizations. And then you will head to two picturesque waterfalls.
What to Expect
Kaleici: the oldest district of Antalya
On the atmospheric streets of the historical center, you will be transported back in time and imagine how the city, founded by the Pergamum king Attalos in the 2nd century BCE, lived and developed. In our program:
- Hadrian's Gate. Explore the triumphal arch that has become a symbol of the Old Town. These are the only surviving gates of the ancient walls.
- Republic Square. In the central square of Antalya, you will see a monument to the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.
- Mevlevi Lodge Museum. Visit the complex where the dervish school was located. You will learn about the history of the Sufi center built in the 13th century.
- Yivli Minaret and ancient mosque. Examine the symbol of all of Antalya - a medieval religious monument interesting for its architecture.
- Ethnographic museum. You will also explore the collection of exhibits dedicated to the Ottoman Empire era.
- Ancient fortifications. I will tell you about the Roman fortress walls and the defensive tower of Hidirlik.
- Ancient port. In addition, you will see the Antalya seaport, where ships decorated in the style of ancient mythology are moored.
Waterfalls
In the national park area, you will visit the picturesque Kursunlu Waterfall. Turkish TV series are often filmed here. And in the elite Lara district, you will admire the spectacular Lower Duden - one of the world's largest waterfalls cascading into the sea.
Organizational Details
- Transfer from Belek and back is included in the price
- The trip is done by Volkswagen Passat car (or another sedan)
- Additional expenses: food and drinks (optional)
- Make sure to wear comfortable shoes for walks, and also take hats and water
- I will be your guide for the excursion or another guide from our team
