Antalya Old City Tour with Warerfall in Turkey
Explore Antalya Old Town on a 6.5-hour tour blending history, nature, and culture. Visit Hadrian's Gate, Ottoman houses, waterfalls, and ride the Tünektepe cable car while enjoying authentic Turkish cuisine and breathtaking city views. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
Highlights:
- Take a guided tour of Antalya's Old City
- Explore Ottoman houses, Seljuk mosques, and Byzantine churches
- Discover the Roman defense systems and the ancient Pergamon's Attalos port
- Relax at Lower Düden Park and visit the Upper Duden Waterfall
- Savor traditional Turkish cuisine. Ride the Tünektepe Cable Car
Includes:
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop off (Selected Area)
- Air Conditioned Minibus
- Professional Tour Guide
- Cable car tickets
- Travel İnsurance
- Lunch
Not included:
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Itinerary:
09.15 Our walking tour with an experienced guide starts at Hadrianss Gate, and our historical castle tour begins. Walking through its narrow streets step by step, we reach the broken minaret. It was restored and opened to worship, taking the name Korkut Mosque. You will reach the Hıdırlık Tower and Karaalioglu Park at the end of the historical king road from the Roman period and you will see the turquoise blue of the Mediterranean. After a short photo break, we will descend to the old historical Kaleici harbor. After wandering around the harbor, we will reach the Cumhuriyet Square by a short route with the elevator and you will have the opportunity to see the Yivli Minaret and Clock Tower on the way.
12.30 We reach the Upper Duden Waterfall. After visiting the Natural Park and the Waterfall, there is a break for lunch.
12.45 After tasting the traditional Turkish cuisine, we move to Tünektepe, located in the West of the city.
15.30 We reach the Tünektepe Cable Car area. Our guide takes our cabin tickets and we wait for our turn to exit. As a result of our cable car journey that will take 15 minutes, we reach the 600-meter summit. You can enjoy your coffee with the magnificent view of Antalya.
16.30 We depart for the return and complete our program by reaching our departure point.
Kaleici and Antalya Old Town Day Tour with Waterfalls and Cable Car
Starting in Kaleici Antalya, this immersive tour is one of the most complete ways to understand Antalya beyond beaches. Travelers get your guide to the city through a walking route that unfolds chronologically, from Hadrians Gate and surviving city walls to Ottoman streets layered over ancient ruins from the Hellenistic period. You get to explore Kaleici at an unhurried pace, passing the Yivli Minare, the historic Clock Tower, and elegant houses that define the old town character. A knowledgeable tour guide ties together major landmarks before the route shifts toward nature, visiting Düden Waterfall and climbing higher for sweeping views over the Mediterranean Sea. The cable car ride adds a cinematic finale. Compared to fragmented sightseeing, this experience feels cohesive, revealing why Antalya anchors the cultural identity of the Turkish Riviera.
Practical Tips and Common Questions Before You Go
This tour combines walking, short transfers, and scenic viewpoints, so light preparation goes a long way. Below are practical tips from guide touring professionals.
- Wear comfortable shoes, old town streets are stone and uneven
- Bring sun protection, exposure varies during the day
- Light layers help near waterfalls and elevated viewpoints
- Moderate fitness is sufficient, walking is steady and guided
- Keep cameras ready, historic landmarks appear frequently
Plan for a full day outdoors and the experience remains smooth and enjoyable.
More Facts About This Experience
Kaleici and central Antalya have appeared in several film and television productions. Scenes inspired by the Roman harbor and Hadrians Gate were used in historical epics such as Troy and Alexander, both filmed partly in southern Turkey. The old town streets frequently appear in Turkish TV series like Bir Zamanlar Çukurova and Payitaht Abdülhamid for period settings. The Antalya Clock Tower, Yivli Minare, and harbor also feature in international travel documentaries and Netflix travel series showcasing Mediterranean cities. Lower Düden Waterfall gained global exposure through viral drone videos and tourism campaigns, reinforcing Antalya as a visually cinematic city.
Complementary Experiences Nearby
After exploring the old center, many travelers add relaxed or nature-focused tours. The All Inclusive Alanya Boat Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks offers coastal downtime. For a broader regional view, the Salda Lake and Pamukkale Tour with Breakfast Lunch Dinner and Roundtrip Transfer pairs dramatic landscapes with history, expanding Antalya excursions beyond the city.
Who Would Enjoy This Experience
This experience suits solo travelers seeking context, couples who enjoy layered storytelling, and families with older children curious about history. Groups of friends appreciate the mix of walking, scenery, and food breaks. If your day in Antalya calls for culture, nature, and recognizable landmarks rather than repetition, this tour fits naturally into a balanced itinerary.
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