Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour from Kemer — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Kemer and want to do the Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 79.3 km away, an estimated 99-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 Kemer: Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car. Nearby you'll find Phaselis, Chimaera (Yanartaş), Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik). Kemer is about 55 km west of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 50–60 minute drive along the coast beneath the Taurus mountains. 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 Kemer
Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car.
What to see near Kemer
Phaselis — A romantic ruined Lycian-Roman port city with three harbours, an aqueduct and ruins set right on pine-fringed coves. Chimaera (Yanartaş) — Natural flames that burn from the rocky mountainside near Olympos, best seen after dark. Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik) — A gondola climbing to the 2,365 m summit of Tahtalı for vast coastal panoramas. Göynük Canyon — A narrow river canyon with pools and trails in a nature park near Kemer.
Local tips
• Visit Chimaera after dark when the flames are most visible. • Swim at Phaselis among the ruins — bring water shoes for the pebble coves. • The Tahtalı cable car can be cold and windy at the top even in summer; take a layer.
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 Kemer?
The departure point is about 79.3 km from Kemer, an estimated 99-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Kemer?
Pickup from Kemer 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 Kemer?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Kemer 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 Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for Mountain-and-sea scenery, Phaselis ancient city, Chimaera eternal flames, Tahtalı cable car.
What is Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for its mountain-backed pebble beaches, the ancient harbour city of Phaselis, the natural Chimaera flames and the Tahtalı summit cable car.
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.