Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour from Demre β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 127.8 km away, an estimated 159-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 β 09:00 window. The tour runs 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM and costs β¬60 per person. Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city. Nearby you'll find Church of St. Nicholas, Myra Rock Tombs, Andriake / Myra Museum. Demre is about 145 km southwest of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 2β2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with KaΕ and Kekova. 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 β 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 Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city.
What to see near Demre
Church of St. Nicholas β The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas β the original Santa Claus β served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs β A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum β The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City β Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
β’ Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together β they are minutes apart. β’ Kekova boats leave from ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. β’ Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
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 β 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 cafΓ©
- Entrance to Aspendos Ancient Theater
- Visit to Manavgat Waterfall
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour from Demre?
The departure point is about 127.8 km from Demre, an estimated 159-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Demre?
Pickup from Demre hotels is typically in the 07:30 β 09:00 window.
How much does the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour cost?
β¬60 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes β round-trip hotel transfer from Demre is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Demre known for?
Demre is known for Church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), ancient Myra rock tombs, Roman theatre, Kekova access.
Why is Demre famous?
Demre is the ancient city of Myra and the home of Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus β alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
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.