Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour from Alanya — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Alanya and want to do the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 56.4 km away, an estimated 70-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM and costs €60 per person. Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Alanya: Alanya is a lively coastal city dominated by a rocky peninsula crowned with a medieval castle and the red-brick Seljuk tower above the harbour. It mixes long beaches, sea caves and a buzzing resort nightlife with genuine history. Nearby you'll find Alanya Castle, Red Tower (Kızıl Kule), Damlataş Cave. Alanya is about 125 km east of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 1 hour 45 minute drive; Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is much closer, around 40 km east. From our guides on the ground: A history-focused day pairing three genuine highlights: the ancient Side ruins, the remarkably intact Aspendos theatre, and the Manavgat waterfall. Test the acoustics from the top row at Aspendos — it's the thing guests remember most. There is a fair amount of walking on uneven ancient stone, so wear closed, comfortable shoes and carry water in summer. Lunch is included near Manavgat. Great for first-time visitors and seniors who want culture at a relaxed pace; the open-air ruins are cooler in the morning.
About Alanya
Alanya is a lively coastal city dominated by a rocky peninsula crowned with a medieval castle and the red-brick Seljuk tower above the harbour. It mixes long beaches, sea caves and a buzzing resort nightlife with genuine history.
What to see near Alanya
Alanya Castle — A vast 13th-century Seljuk fortress wrapping the peninsula, with walls, an inner citadel and panoramic sea views. Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) — An octagonal red-brick Seljuk tower from 1226 guarding the historic harbour and shipyard. Damlataş Cave — A stalactite cave by Cleopatra Beach whose humid air is said to soothe respiratory conditions. Dim Cave — A large, well-lit show cave in the mountains east of the city. Sapadere Canyon — A dramatic mountain gorge with a waterfall and natural pools, about an hour inland.
Local tips
• Ride up to the castle for sunset, then explore the harbour and Red Tower below. • Take a pirate-style boat trip to see the Pirates' Cave, Lovers' Cave and Phosphorus Cave. • Cleopatra Beach has the softest sand in town — arrive early in peak season.
From our team on the ground
A history-focused day pairing three genuine highlights: the ancient Side ruins, the remarkably intact Aspendos theatre, and the Manavgat waterfall. Test the acoustics from the top row at Aspendos — it's the thing guests remember most. There is a fair amount of walking on uneven ancient stone, so wear closed, comfortable shoes and carry water in summer. Lunch is included near Manavgat. Great for first-time visitors and seniors who want culture at a relaxed pace; the open-air ruins are cooler in the morning.
Highlights
What's included
- Comfortable bus transfer
- Insurance
- Guided visit to ancient Side
- Lunch at local café
- Entrance to Aspendos Ancient Theater
- Visit to Manavgat Waterfall
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour from Alanya?
The departure point is about 56.4 km from Alanya, an estimated 70-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Alanya?
Pickup from Alanya hotels is typically in the 07:30 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour cost?
€60 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Alanya?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Alanya is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Alanya known for?
Alanya is known for Alanya Castle, Red Tower (Kızıl Kule), Cleopatra Beach, sea caves.
What is Alanya famous for?
Alanya is famous for its hilltop Seljuk castle, the red-brick Kızıl Kule tower, Cleopatra Beach, sea caves and a lively nightlife scene.
Traveller reviews
Aspendos was the reason we booked and it didnt disappoint. The theatre is huge in person.
We took my parents on this one and it suited them well because the transport was comfortable and the stops were varied. Aspendos felt impressive even before the guide started speaking. Lunch was relaxed, and nobody pushed us through the ruins too quickly. It felt like a proper cultural day rather than just a photo stop tour.
The waterfall stop was pretty but crowded. The ancient sites were the stronger part of the day.
Our guide used old photos to explain the ruins, which helped us picture the places properly.
Aspendos was the reason I booked this tour, and it was even better in person. The theatre is huge, and our guide explained the acoustics and history in a way that made it easy to imagine how it was used. Side ruins were also more interesting with context. The waterfall was a pleasant final stop, though the ancient sites were the real highlight.
The guide was calm and knowledgeable. He answered questions without making it feel like school.