Tekirova between the coast, hiking trails and Phaselis

Tekirova brings together a coastline of rocky and sandy stretches, hiking trails, an extensive diving area and the archaeological site of Phaselis. There are also trips to Tahtalı. If you are looking for a holiday apartment, you can start by asking yourself which of these aspects of the area will shape your trip most: coastal scenery, hiking, the underwater world or history.

Coast and underwater world

The Tekirova coastline includes natural beaches with good facilities and is known for its wild natural beauty. Tekirova is also known for its pleasantly fragrant oranges. The rocky and sandy stretches of coast give the landscape a variety of forms; together with the beaches, they offer a distinct focus for planning your trip. If you would like to spend some time on the water as well as by the coast, consider Üç Adalar: this extensive diving area off the coast of Tekirova includes nine reefs and two underwater caves. Üç Adalar can be reached quickly by boat from Tekirova.

Hiking trails through coves, forests and rocky terrain

The eastern route of the Lycian Way runs from Çıralı past various coves to the settlement of Tekirova, then continues north to the archaeological settlement of Phaselis. Its route thus connects coves with the two settlements mentioned. For your trip planning, this is a route that incorporates stretches of coast and an archaeological site.

The Kemer–Çukuryayla–Akboyun (Tekirova) route offers a different kind of landscape. It passes through cedar and juniper forests, as well as areas of rugged rock. The average walking time is about six hours. If you are choosing between hiking options, you can compare the coastal route along the coves with the forest and rocky landscape described here. Allow for the average walking time of about six hours when planning your day on this route.

Tahtalı and paragliding

The Olympos cable car takes visitors from sea level to the 2,365-metre-high summit of Tahtalı. The cable car route is 4,350 metres long and takes about 10 minutes. At the summit, visitors can enjoy views of Kemer and Antalya while paragliding, then land on the Tekirova coast after about 45 minutes. The cable car ride and paragliding are two distinct experiences associated with Tahtalı; the stated elevation, distance and times can help you tell them apart when planning an excursion.

Phaselis and choosing where to stay

Phaselis adds an archaeological focus to the nature and coastal themes. The Phaselis archaeological site is located at the visitor address Tekirova Mahallesi 8011 Sokak No. 1, Kemer, Antalya. The ancient settlement is known for its advanced water distribution system. Those interested in history and ancient technology will find a different kind of experience here than on a hike or a trip to the diving area.

The settlement of Tekirova itself may also be a factor when looking for a holiday apartment: you can meet your needs for food, drinks, accommodation and shopping there. When choosing where to stay, you can therefore consider both the settlement as a base and the excursions you prefer, without combining the coast, hiking route and archaeological site into a single itinerary.

More destination pages

More destination pages: Akdam, Elmalı, İncekum Belediyesi, Payallar, Bereket, Güvenlik, Ulucak Köyü, Döşemealtı.

For the broader travel overview: Antalya.