PHASELIS & TAHTALI

After pickup from your hotel, you travel to the ancient Greek and Roman city of Phaselis, located on the Lycia coastline. You have free time to visit the beach, before strolling through the ruins of the antique shops and the main street. From here, you see Bey Mountains National Park in the distance, your next destination.

Phaselis

Phaselis is an old sea-port city dating back to the 7th Century BC. This ancient city is an extraordinary natural wonder where history, nature and sea meet.

History

Phaselis Ancient City is founded in 693 BC by the people of Rhodes. There are myths that the city was founded by Argos or Lindos colony in 691 BC. Together with the Lycian region, the city was taken under Persian domination by its commander Harpagos in 546 BC .

Than, for many years, the city was the most important harbor of the Lycia and one of its important cities. When the Union weakened, the city came under the rule of pirates. With the dominate of the Byzantine Empire, the rule of pirates ended. The city became a bishopric in  the Byzantine period .

City Plan and Structures of the City

The settlement of the city of Phaselis covering  nearly 28,8 hectares. The city is divided into three sections: North and West Settlement and Acropolis.

The city is divided into three sections: North settlement, acropolis and west settlement.

There are amazing ruins such as agueducts, agoras, baths, a theatre, Hadrian’s Gate, and an acropolis in Phaselis. This ruins underline the city’s historical importance.

The city had three ports; the northern harbor, the southern harbor and the war harbor.

Phaselis Beach

Phaselis has 3 beautiful beaches. Every port of this ancient city is also a beautiful bay. This beach is one of the most beatiful beaches on Antalya and Turkey. The sheltered, pebbled and sandy beaches around the bays are delightful and the waters here are calm and safe for children and young swimmers.

You cross the clouds to reach the top of Tahtali Mountain on one of the longest cable car rides in the world. At the top, at 2365 meters above sea level, you have plenty of time to admire the 360-degree panoramas from the platforms. Finally, you take a seat for lunch with beautiful views.

Important information

Excursion not recommended if you suffer from vertigo

Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Not suitable for people with claustrophobia.

Bring your bathing gear and sunscreen.

Bring warm clothes

Bring a towel.

Bring a hat.

Bring appropriate footwear.

Drinks not included.

Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change.