6 days in Antalya Province & Antakya Itinerary

Offering both sandy beaches packed with modern amenities and a historical town center filled with Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, Antalya serves as one of the country's major tourist destinations.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): explore the ancient world of Perge Ancient City, then take in the dramatic scenery at Lower Duden Waterfalls, then examine the collection at Antalya Muzesi, and finally stop by Excalibur Silver. On the next day, stroll around Kecili Park, then wander the streets of Kaleici, then go for a stroll along the water at Old City Marina, and finally delve into the distant past at Hadrian's Gate.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Antalya vacation builder website.

Istanbul to Antalya is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Istanbul, expect somewhat warmer days and slightly colder nights in Antalya, ranging from highs of 19°C to lows of 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Kekova.

Kekova, also named Caravola, is a small Turkish island near Demre district of Antalya province which faces the villages of Kaleköy and Üçağız . Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): delve into the distant past at Sunken City Ruins of Simena and then cast your line with Kekova kardesim-m boat.

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Kekova trip site.

You can drive from Antalya to Kekova in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Antakya.

Antakya is the seat of the Hatay Province in southern Turkey.In ancient times, Antakya was known as Antioch, and was for centuries one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Thu): take an in-depth tour of Hatay Archeology Museum, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Ulu Mosque, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahremiye Camii. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Fri): take in the history at Iron Gate.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Antakya holiday maker website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Kekova to Antakya. February in Antakya sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Manavgat.

Nestled between the Taurus Mountains and the sun-kissed beaches of the Mediterranean coastline, Manavgat serves as a regional center of tourism, offering easy access to a long stretch of sandy beaches.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Manavgat Kent Muzesi, delve into the distant past at Apollon Temple, then examine the collection at Side Museum, and finally don't miss a visit to Vespasianus Aniti.

To find photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read Manavgat trip planner.

Getting from Antakya to Manavgat by car takes about 9 hours. February in Manavgat sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.