Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting from Demre — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting? 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 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 08:00–19:00 and costs €50 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 Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas — 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 2–2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with Kaş and Kekova. From our guides on the ground: The standout here is the scenery — Tazı (Eagle) Canyon and Köprülü Canyon — reached via open-top cabrio buses, with dramatic clifftop photo stops along the way. Bring a camera and sunglasses for the high viewpoints, and a light layer as it can be breezy up top. The rafting section is scenic rather than extreme, suitable for most fitness levels; you will get wet, so pack swimwear and a dry change. Best for guests who want canyon views and photos as much as the paddling.
About Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas — 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 — The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas — the original Santa Claus — served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs — A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum — The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City — Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby Üçağız, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
• Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together — they are minutes apart. • Kekova boats leave from Üçağız/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. • Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
From our team on the ground
The standout here is the scenery — Tazı (Eagle) Canyon and Köprülü Canyon — reached via open-top cabrio buses, with dramatic clifftop photo stops along the way. Bring a camera and sunglasses for the high viewpoints, and a light layer as it can be breezy up top. The rafting section is scenic rather than extreme, suitable for most fitness levels; you will get wet, so pack swimwear and a dry change. Best for guests who want canyon views and photos as much as the paddling.
Highlights
What's included
- Hotel transfer
- Guide
- Professional transportation
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting 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 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting cost?
€50 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes — 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 21°C with high crowds — 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 — the bishop who inspired Santa Claus — alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
Traveller reviews
Our raft guide was funny and kept shouting encouragement when we got stuck on rocks.
This tour feels more adventurous than standard rafting because of the canyon viewpoint.
This is a long, rough, and very scenic day, so it may not suit people who want comfort. The roads were bumpy and the lunch was ordinary, but the canyon views were incredible. I liked that the tour mixed photo stops with rafting instead of only sitting on a bus. Wear shoes that can handle dust and water.
A long but satisfying day. We used every towel we brought.
We booked for the canyon photos, but the rafting ended up being just as fun. The guide in our raft kept everyone laughing and gave clear instructions when the river got faster. The canyon viewpoint made the whole tour feel different from a standard rafting day. It was one of the best adventure trips we did.
If you like big landscapes, book this instead of only rafting.