Visit the church of Saint Nicholas, the inspiration for Santa Claus, and dive into its rich history.Our travellers will experience history live through our rapid passages through its history. Myra Ancient City is especially famous for its Lycian Period rock tombs, Roman Period theatre and Byzantine Period St. Nicholas Church (Santa Claus). Rock tombs, Lycian inscriptions and coins show that Myra continued its existence at least from the 5th century BC. According to the information provided by Strabon, Myra, one of the six major cities of the Lycian League, is referred to as Myrrh in Lycian inscriptions. The 2nd century AD is the period when Myra witnessed great development. In the city, which was the Metropolis of the Lycian League, many structures were built and repaired with the help of wealthy Lycian people. During the Byzantine Period, Myra became one of the leading cities in terms of religion as well as administration.

Our travellers will discover the Lycian ruins that remained underwater in history by boat. There will also be a swimming break. Kekova, which gave its name to the region, is the largest island in the region. Kekova Island extends by forming a strait attached to the Anatolian side. On the Anatolian side, there are indentations, protrusions, bays, old city walls submerged in the sea, and castle ruins. İç Ada, Toprak Ada, Aşırlı Ada and Kişnali Ada are other important islands. Sıcak Peninsula, which extends parallel to the coast, and Kekova Island form Ölüdeniz, which is an inland sea. Kekova Island is also the largest island belonging to Turkey in the Mediterranean. . The coasts show a topography consisting of indented bays. Sea transport to the region's coasts, where land transport opportunities are limited, is provided by boats. In the geological structure, there are areas covered with miasene and limestone.

from Antalya to demre around 3 hours one way drive.