Antalya City Tour from Side – Kaleiçi Old Town, Düden Falls by Boat & Kurşunlu
Nature, sea and history in one day: the falls of Kurşunlu, a boat ride beneath the cliffs to the Düden Waterfall and free time in Antalya’s old town Kaleiçi – with a guide, lunch and hotel pickup in the Side area.
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Operating days
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Pickup
- 08:45 → 17:30
- Destination
- Antalya & Belek
Side has its ancient temples, but Antalya – often called the capital of Turkish tourism – lies only about an hour’s drive to the west. On this Antalya city tour from Side you get to know the city from three angles in a single day: from the shady paths of a nature park, from the deck of a boat beneath the cliffs and from the narrow lanes of the old town. A guide is with you all day, lunch is included, and you are collected from your hotel in Side, Manavgat, Kumkoy, Sorgun, Titreyengol or another resort nearby.
Kurşunlu Waterfall – a green start
The first stop is Kurşunlu Waterfall, the heart of a nature park protected since 1991. Paths lead through red pines, laurel and plane trees down to the falls, where the water drops about 20 metres and then flows on through seven small pools. In the morning the park is quiet and pleasantly cool – an easy warm-up before the city.
By boat to the Düden Waterfall
From the old harbour below Kaleiçi a boat takes you on a cruise of about an hour along the coast. The highlight is the Lower Düden Waterfall, also called Karpuzkaldıran, where the river plunges some 40 metres over the cliff straight into the Mediterranean – a view you only really get from the water. When the Tünektepe cable car is running, you can also ride up to its terrace at 605 metres for a panorama of the city, the harbour and the bay; it is optional and not included.
Kaleiçi – Antalya’s old town
After lunch your guide leads you into Kaleiçi, the oldest quarter and historic heart of Antalya, and then the time is yours – around two and a half hours. Walk through Hadrian’s Gate, built for the Roman emperor’s visit, past the Clock Tower and the slender Fluted Minaret (Yivli Minare) down to the old harbour. Between restored historic houses, cafés and small shops there is plenty to discover at your own pace.
- Tour days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Included: guide, boat ride, lunch and entrance to the Kurşunlu nature park
- Paid on the spot: drinks and the optional cable car
Would you like to see the other big town of the coast as well? Join the Alanya city tour from Side, or plan a family day at the Antalya Aquarium.
Highlights
- Kurşunlu Waterfall and its shady nature park
- Boat ride to the Lower Düden Waterfall, which falls straight into the sea
- Free time in Kaleiçi, Antalya’s historic old town
- Hadrian’s Gate, the Clock Tower and the Fluted Minaret
- Lunch and a professional guide included
- Pickup from hotels in Side and the nearby resorts
Itinerary
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08:45
Pickup for Antalya
Collection from hotels in Side and the nearby resorts, then the drive towards Kurşunlu. The exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
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Kurşunlu Waterfall
Walk through the nature park to the falls and the chain of small pools.
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Boat ride to the Düden Waterfall
About an hour by boat from the old harbour to the falls dropping into the sea.
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Tünektepe cable car (optional)
Ride up to the 605-metre viewpoint when it is operating – not included.
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Lunch
Lunch break in Antalya, included in the tour.
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Kaleiçi old town
Short guided walk, then free time for the gate, the minaret, the harbour and the shops.
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17:30
Back in the Side area
Return drive from Antalya to your hotel.
Included / Not included
Included
- Return transfer between your hotel in the Side area and Antalya
- Professional tour guide
- Boat ride of about one hour from Antalya’s old harbour
- Lunch
- Entrance to the Kurşunlu Waterfall nature park
Not included
- Drinks
- Tünektepe cable car ride (optional, when operating)
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
Packages & options
Antalya city tour
Guide, boat ride, lunch and Kurşunlu entrance
Good to know
Good to know
- The tour runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
- The Tünektepe cable car is optional and only runs when it is open – your guide will tell you on the day.
- Expect a fair amount of walking in the nature park and on the old streets of Kaleiçi.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes for cobbled streets and park paths
- Camera or smartphone
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Cash for drinks and shopping in Kaleiçi
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive to Kurşunlu and Antalya?
From Side it is roughly an hour to Antalya. Kurşunlu Waterfall is on the way, east of the city, so the day starts with nature before you reach the centre.
Is lunch included in the Antalya city tour?
Yes. Lunch is included, as are the guide, the boat ride and the entrance to the Kurşunlu nature park. Only drinks and extras such as the cable car are paid separately.
Can we ride the Tünektepe cable car?
The cable car to the hilltop at 605 metres is an optional extra and not part of the price. It only runs when it is open; your guide will let you know on the day.
How much free time is there in Kaleiçi?
After a short guided walk you have around two and a half hours to explore the old town, sit in a café or shop for souvenirs.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes – children usually love the waterfalls and the boat ride. The walking is easy, but the old streets are cobbled, so comfortable shoes help.
