Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

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Dive into a week of fun on the Mediterranean coast. From kayaking over the sunken ruins of Kekova to canoeing along the Xanthos River and exploring the foothills of the Taurus Mountains, this family tour packs in the highlights of southwestern Turkey. The action is perfectly balanced with plenty of free time to unwind, snorkel and explore in the charming seas...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Explore the stunning Turquoise Coast from our base in charming harbour town Kas
    • Enjoy a full day boat trip with swimming and snorkelling
    • Canoe to the beach, sea kayak over ancient ruins and walk to a mountain village

What's this trip about?

    Dive into a week of fun on the Mediterranean coast. From kayaking over the sunken ruins of Kekova to canoeing along the Xanthos River and exploring the foothills of the Taurus Mountains, this family tour packs in the highlights of southwestern Turkey. The action is perfectly balanced with plenty of free time to unwind, snorkel and explore in the charming seaside town of Kas. Sea kayak over sunken Kekova - Spot the ruins of Kekova beneath the crystal-clear waters on a kayaking trip to a medieval castle. Snorkelling and swimming - Opportunity to swim everyday. Explore Kas - Relax in the charming coastal town of Kas and enjoy the great pool at our hotel base.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transport
Start CityKas
End CityKas

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Attractions

  • Dalaman
  • Taurus Mountain

Activities

  • Hiking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Kas

Our base for a week of family fun and adventure is Kas, a picturesque port town on the Turkish Riviera. With whitewashed buildings and a backdrop of green hills meeting the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea, it's the perfect spot to unwind. There are no a...

Day 2 Full day boat trip with swimming and snorkelling

Starting our week of adventure off right, today will be spent dipping into the inviting waters of the Mediterranean Sea on a boat trip. From our vantage point out on the water, we can take in the beauty of Kas' coastline as well as dive into the calm waters. There'll ...

Day 3 Walk in the foothills of the Taurus Mountains. Home hosted village lunch

Today we'll head for the hills to explore the foothills of the Taurus Mountains. Here we'll uncover cedar forests, shady glades and charming villages, where the way of life has remained unchanged for centuries. Our walk will take us from a high pass, descending to a c...

Day 4 Free day with optional boat trip to Greek island of Kastellorizo

Today is free to explore at your own pace. For those with a hankering for culture, Kas is built around the remains of ancient Antiphellos and there are ruins of a Hellenistic theatre, the monumental Lion Tomb and some hillside rock tombs scattered in and around the to...

Day 5 Visit ancient Xanthos and canoe to Patara Beach

This morning starts with a visit to Xanthos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was the capital of ancient Lycia. We'll explore the city, which is brimming with influences from the Persians and Romans, before taking to the water for a canoeing trip down the Xanthos R...

Day 6 Free day in Kas with optional trip to Myra, the home of Father Christmas

For those who believe it's never too early to get into the spirit, this morning there's an optional trip to the Church of St Nicholas at Demre (non-believers can relax at the hotel or discover more Kas). We'll make an early start to visit the church, which is sai...

Day 7 Sea kayaking over sunken ruins to Kekova Island. Visit Simena Castle

We'll have an early start this morning to have a go at sea kayaking in the protected waters of Kekova. En-route, we'll have a packed breakfast of sandwiches and enjoy a paddle in the waters before they become busy with boats and kayakers. It's one of the most scenic a...

Day 8 Trip ends in Kas

Our tour ends at our hotel in Kas. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to depart at any time. If your flight leaves later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you'd like a hotel transfer, you'll need to depart from Dalaman Airport (DLM), around a three-hour drive from the hotel.

Meals Provided : Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,350
Price per day$169
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
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Jun 2024

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Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

We had a wonderful week trying new activities and making new friends. The highlight was the canoe trip and the swim in the sea at the end was a great way to finish ...

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Jun 2024

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Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

Fantastic family holiday for all ages from 7 to (in my case) 74! Kas is a lai...

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Oct 2023

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Family Turkey Coastal Active Adventure

Excellent activities, great weather for time of year, well...

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Accommodation

Transportation & Flights

Bus, Boat,

Transportation & flights

Bus, Boat
Guides
Explore Tour Leader, Activity Guide(s), Boat Crew, Driver(s), Local Guide(s)
Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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Visa requirements
Turkey: Citizens from the UK, USA, Canada New Zealand and the EU travelling to Turkey for tourism purposes do not require a visa for visits of up to 90 days. Citizens of Australia require a visa that will last for up to 90 days. You can apply via - https://www.evisa.gov.tr Visa rules change, sometimes suddenly and without notice, so we always advise you to check this information is still valid through the local embassy or consular office before travel. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
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Nothing compulsory, but we recommend protection against tetanus, typhoid, infectious hepatitis and polio. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at http://www.explore.co.uk/Travelhealth/ and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed before departure.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 7
  • Lunch : 3
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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Trip ID
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