Green Canyon Tour from Demre β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Green Canyon 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 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and costs β¬45 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 calmer, scenery-led boat day on the emerald OymapΔ±nar reservoir rather than open sea, so the water is flat and good for nervous swimmers. We cruise the 14 km canyon with swimming breaks in cool, clear green water β it's noticeably colder than the sea, which is refreshing in high summer. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a light cover-up for the shaded sections. Photography is excellent throughout. Best for couples, families and anyone wanting nature over nightlife.
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 calmer, scenery-led boat day on the emerald OymapΔ±nar reservoir rather than open sea, so the water is flat and good for nervous swimmers. We cruise the 14 km canyon with swimming breaks in cool, clear green water β it's noticeably colder than the sea, which is refreshing in high summer. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a light cover-up for the shaded sections. Photography is excellent throughout. Best for couples, families and anyone wanting nature over nightlife.
Highlights
What's included
- Free hotel transfer service
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Insurance
- Boat trip in canyon
- Visiting attractions
- Foam party
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Green Canyon 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 Green Canyon Tour cost?
β¬45 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
Pickup route took time because of other hotels, but the canyon itself was worth seeing.
Nice day for couples. Less noise, more scenery, and enough time to just sit and look around.
The lake felt peaceful even with other boats around. We came back properly relaxed.
The pickup route took longer than we expected because there were several hotels, but the canyon itself was worth the slow start. The lake color is beautiful, especially in the narrower sections. Lunch was simple, and shaded seats on the boat filled quickly. I would still recommend it for a calmer nature day.
Good value nature trip. Bring a towel if you plan to swim.
My wife gets tired of busy excursions, and this was the one she enjoyed most. There was time to sit, swim, take photos, and actually relax without being pushed into activities. The guide gave a little information but mostly let the scenery do the work. It was exactly what we needed mid-holiday.