Marmaris City Tour (With Akyaka & River Cruise)
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Marmaris City Tour with Akyaka & River Cruise – Explore the Hidden Gems!
Our Marmaris City Tour offers a delightful and informative experience, complete with a scenic boat ride along the Azmak River and multiple stops at Marmaris’ renowned attractions. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey!
Highlights of this Excursion
During this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the unique architectural style of Akyaka, indulge in a delectable Turkish lunch, and visit notable sites such as Nimera Cave and Sariana’s Famous Tomb. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Let’s delve into the full details of the tour:
- The Incredible Marmaris City Tour Begins
- To start off, our friendly drivers will pick you up from your hotel for the Marmaris City Tour.
- Upon arrival, you will be introduced to our knowledgeable and certified tour guides, who will accompany you throughout the trip and provide insightful answers to any questions you may have.
- As we hit the road, we’ll make stops at breathtaking locations that offer stunning views, allowing you to capture memorable photographs of Icmeler.
- Additionally, we’ll take a brief photo break on the enchanting “lovers’ road,” a scenic route lined with captivating Eucalyptus trees. According to local beliefs, walking this road with someone leads to falling in love with them.
- After our photography session, we’ll proceed to Akyaka.
Exploring Akyaka
In Akyaka, you’ll have the chance to witness fascinating rock tombs. These tombs, hewn out of massive rocks, were used as burial chambers for affluent individuals during the ancient times when Akyaka was known as Idyma. We’ll even point out the burial sites of six emperors.
Dating back to the Hellenistic period of the Greeks, these Hellenistic rock-cut tombs hold significant historical value. Our knowledgeable guides will provide further insights into their history and significance.
Following the exploration of the rock tombs, we’ll take a leisurely walk to the harbor.
River Cruise on Azmak River
One of the highlights of this tour is a serene boat ride along the picturesque Azmak River. As you glide through the crystal-clear waters, surrounded by lush greenery, you’ll experience a sense of tranquility and marvel at the natural beauty of the area.
Turkish Lunch and Additional Stops
During the tour, you’ll also enjoy a delightful Turkish lunch, allowing you to savor the flavors of the local cuisine and indulge in traditional delicacies.
Furthermore, we’ll make additional stops at notable landmarks, including the mesmerizing Nimera Cave and the famous Sariana’s Tomb, providing you with a comprehensive exploration of Marmaris’ cultural heritage.
At the end of the tour, our drivers will safely transport you back to your hotel, ensuring a pleasant and convenient experience.
Don’t miss this opportunity to uncover the hidden gems of Marmaris!)
(PS: Please note that the itinerary may be subject to changes.)
Boat Trip
On the Azmak River, we’ll take a nice boat ride. The river is lined by thick reeds and cafes.
You’ll love the water, too. Even if it’s quite cold, salmon trout, ducks, flamingos, turtles and many birds live in the environment.
The ride will last for 30 minutes. Don’t forget taking photos!
Free Time in Akyaka
We’ll spend some time in Akyaka Town after taking a short journey there.
You will get one hour to go through Akyaka’s alleys or shopping for gifts at the boulevard’s handmade stores.
Akyaka is famous for its unique form of traditional texture. And this reflects Turkey’s environment, nature, and cultural heritage perfectly.
- At the end, we’ll go back to Marmaris.
- Short Breaks on the Way to Marmaris & Lunch
During the ride, we’ll give some short breaks. We’ll make a photo stop at a Marmaris perspective.
This will be the ideal location for photographing the entire city of Marmaris.
When we return to Marmaris, we’ll stop at a shop in which you can taste some delightful Turkish delights.
Then, we’ll visit a restaurant to eat Turkish Kebab as lunch!
Marmaris – Tomb of Sariana
After wating something, we’ll visit a magical place.
Sariana is a well-known fortune teller from the 16th century who resided in the Marmaris area and we’ll visit her tomb.
Luckily, the tomb’s entry is available to the public. Tourists come to her for prayer or guidance. Inside, you’ll find an authentic atmosphere and get interested!
Nimera Cave – Last Stop
At the end, we’ll see a very mythological place.
Numerous prehistoric sites have been discovered here.
The cave has been designated as an important archaeological site.
Even if it’s not that large, goddess Leth, Zeus’s wife and mother of the Apollo once lived here. So it’s pretty important.
End of Marmaris City Tour
When time is up, we’ll transport you back to our hotel.
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Included/Exclude
- Free Hotel Transfer Service
- Insurance
- Guide
- All Entrance Fees
- River Cruise
- Turkish Kebab
- Any personal expenses
- Drinks