Kemer Holidays

On the south west coast of Turkey, Kemer is known for its large marina and pebbled beaches. Part of the Turkish Riviera, the resort is surrounded by pine clad mountains, and edges the glorious blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Backed by Beydaglari Coastal National Park, visitors can catch a cable car up to the top of Tahtali Mountain and marvel at the view. An hour north of Kemer, you’ll find the flourishing metropolis of Antalya, with its boutique shops, bars and restaurants.

Antalya

Steeped in ancient history, Antalya features a number of interesting sights with the Seljuk 13th century Yivli Minare minaret taking centre stage and symbolising the city, and the Ottoman Murat Pasa Mosque with its beautiful tile decoration. The Antalya Archaeological Museum, one of the most important museums in Turkey, and the Atatürk Museum are both well worth visiting.

Perge

Once an important city of the ancient world, St Paul visited Perge on his first missionary journey; today you can visit the well preserved ruins of the city’s towers, a fine stadium with finely carved marble reliefs, and the public baths.

Aspendos

Built during the reign of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the magnificent 15,000 seat Aspendos is one of the best preserved amphitheatres in the world. Boasting the most extraordinary acoustics, it plays host to a world renowned open-air opera and ballet festival each summer.

Olympos

Situated just inland from a beautiful and unspoilt beach are the ruins of the ancient city of Olympos with baths, temple, a Roman theatre and necropolis delightfully hiding in the undergrowth of oleanders, wild figs and pines; all adding to the sense that this ancient city has just been rediscovered.

Caves & waterfalls

For nature lovers there are many interesting caves and stunning waterfalls in this area. Visit the Karain Cave which, dating from the Palaeolithic Age, is the oldest known settlement in Turkey, walk behind the cascade of the Upper Düden waterfalls, and experience the tranquillity of the waterfalls at Kursunlu.

Termessos

Dramatically perched in a mountainous national park this ancient city boasts a magnificent theatre built into a cliff face with one edge on the side of a deep gorge; please note the climb up is rather arduous! There’s also a large gymnasium, extensive baths and more than 100 tombs scattered about the hillside.

Goynuk Canyon

Located in the Beydaglari Coastal National Park, the beautiful Goynuk Canyon is a 20

minute drive from Kemer and boasts wonderful waterfalls and pine forests and is a popular spot for hiking and canyoning.