Tours Organized in Side

Activities in Side which is like an open-air museum, that can be done during the day includes: Seeing the attraction points by taking short walks to participate in tours especially in the morning and evening hours, Going to the pristine beaches which are close to Side city center and swim, Participating in Side boat tours, Taking short trips to Manavgat,Titreyen Göl,Aspendos,Selge or Alanya which are located outside of Side if you have private car, Going to the Köprülü Canyon, which is close to Side, for rafting or hiking.

Side boat tour

Side boat tour, where you can visit the magnificent bays of the Mediterranean, starts at 10:00 in the morning and ends at 17:00 in the evening. Lunches are also provided in boats that organize boat trips and entertainment is organized for the participants. Participants of the tour can see Side Temple of Apollo, Caretta turtles, Dolphins, Karaburun Island, Dolphin Island, the point where Manavgat River meets the sea. There are swimming breaks at different points and bays during the tour and those who want to snorkel from the boat can swim. Some boats also offer a fishing line for participants. Those who want to participate in the tour are advised to ask about the services provided by the tour and the points the boat visits before participating in the tour.

Side Rafting Tour

There are different options for those who want to do rafting. The most preferred of these is rafting tour from Köprülü Canyon. Tourists will get very wet and cool under the supervision of professional rafting instructors. Participants will be able to fully feel the adrenaline in this tour, which is open to everyone from the age of seven. The rafting difficulty level for Köprülü canyon is 1 and 2 out of 4 and the length of the canyon is approximately 14 km. Wonderful nature and mountain view are waiting for the participants. Held every day during the summer season, rafting is a perfect option to spend an unforgettable day.

When rafting you should remember to: Wear suitable clothes for a rafting tour. Apply sunscreen before the tour to avoid being affected by the sun due to the weather temperature. Not remove the life jacket and helmet during the rafting period. Rafting in groups instead of individual rafting. You should absolutely be aware of the boat you ride and do not raft on the tracks that exceed your boat’s characteristics. Follow the rules during the rafting period.

Side Jeep Safari Tour

Many agencies in Side organize a Jeep safari tour. Those wishing to participate in the tour must book in advance or buy a ticket. The jeep safari tour usually starts between 09:00 and 10:00 and ends at 17:00 in the evening. Before starting the tour , participants are informed about the tour. The tour points include the historical aqueducts of the ancient Roman period, the ancient city of Seleucia, Manavgat waterfall, Manavgat dam lake, orchards. The tour starts with a visit to the Roman aqueducts and then continues through the forest area on the foothills of the Taurus Mountains and resting, swimming and lunch breaks are given at several different points. Following the guide’s recommendations during the tour will ensure that your tour is comfortable, safe and cheerful.

Side ATV safari tour:

The ATV can be described as a four-wheeled motorcycle. The quad bike, which is described as a four-wheeled motorcycle, is very simple to use and the gas and braking systems should be known. Before the tour, the vehicle is introduced to the participants and a test drive is made.This is a tour for people over the age of 16. 

Adrenaline enthusiasts and those who want to spend a different day who want to participate in a preferred activity must comply with the specified conditions.The required conditions and the rules to be followed during the tour are explained to the participants before the tour .This tour is done on the slopes of the mountains , partly in the forest area and on the roads used as Off-Road.Since short breaks will be provided during the tour, participants are advised to bring suitable clothes by calculating that they will pass through dusty, muddy and water-filled streams and rivers. During the three-hour tour, it is recommended to use sunscreen, goggles and a hat to protect against the effects of the sun.

Side Scuba Diving Tour

Anyone above the age of 10 with or without experience can join the scuba diving tour accompanied by professional instructors. The scuba dives usually consist of two stages, before and afternoon. The diving equipment is completely covered by the tour organizer and for the first time, the diver can usually dive to 3-4 meters and then dive into deeper waters. It is possible to see interesting underwater plant species, different underwater life and coral reefs during this activity which is held every day in summer. The most important dive site is Side Underwater Museum. This is the second-largest underwater museum in the world. 117 sculptures are open to diving lovers.There is an environment for sunbathing on the boat and it is recommended to bring towels, sun cream, sunglasses and extra clothing. For those who want diving courses, Side offers diving courses and night diving tours are organized for those who wish.

Side Horse Tour

This tour is one of the activities that can be done in the morning and afternoon and the participants see Side and its surroundings on horses. Participants of this tour, which is partly made in the forest area, are recommended to bring hats, sunglasses and sun cream with them.

Cappadocia tour from Side

For those who want to see Cappadocia, which is included in the UNESCO world heritage list, Cappadocia tours are organized on a daily, two-day or three-day basis. Since there is not enough time in a day tour, a two-day Cappadocia tour is generally recommended for those who have a lot of time. Located approximately 475 km from Side, Cappadocia means eski Beautiful Horses Country in the ancient language. This region, which consists of hundreds of buildings that seem to have been specially carved by the erosion of the rocks, is flooded with visitors from all over the world. It is possible to see many different points during the tour. Devrent Valley, Paşabağı, Göreme open–air museum, rock houses, Uçhisar castle , pigeon valley, lovers valley, pottery workshop, Avanos, Derinkuyu underground city are among these points.Visitors can also visit different points on different routes.  

Pamukkale tour from Side

There is also the possibility to see Pamukkale for guests coming to Side on holiday. Also known as a cultural tour, the participants have the opportunity to see one of the oldest thermal cities in the world. Pamukkale, which is approximately 310 km away from Side, welcomes visitors with a magnificent view. Pamukkale, incorporating many different thermal waters between 35 to 100 ° C, is among the points to definitely be seen in Turkey. Those who visit Pamukkale can also see the ancient city of Hierapolis and those who want to swim in the Cleopatra pool for a fee or walk on the walking path that is arranged for visitors. Visiting points include the ancient city of Hierapolis, the historic theatre, the archaeological museum, the red water, the Cleopatra pool and the stunning Pamukkale travertines.

Ephesus Tour from Side

This tour, which is arranged for those who want to see Ephesus while on holiday in Side, is usually a 2-day or a longer tour For those who have a lot of time, they usually participate in long-term Ephesus tours. For those who wish to take part in this tour, there are package tours covering both Pamukkale and Ephesus . The distance between Side and Ephesus is approximately 475 km. Celsus Library, Ephesus Antique Theater, Ephesus Antique Toilets, Kuretler Street, Saint John Church, Hadrian Temple, Ancient City Odeon, Harbor Street, Ancient City Of Dominatius Square, Ephesus Museum.

Kekova-Demre tour from Side

This tour, which is 225 km away from Side, is done daily and starts early in the day. Participants are usually taken from their hotels at three a.m. (03:00) and the tour starts. Participants of the tour have the chance to see the Kekova Island which is the largest island of Turkey with no settlement on it, the sunken city around the Kekova Island, the rock tombs, Myra Ancient City, the famous Roman theatre and the church of Saint Nicholas in Myra, they also participate in one and a half-hour boat tour of Kekova. Rest and swimming breaks are also provided during the tour.

Aquarium tour from Side to Antalya

Antalya Aquarium Vigo Tours, one of the largest aquariums in the world, is visited in this daily tour. There are 40 thematic aquariums, the world’s longest tunnel aquarium 13 meters long and 3 meters wide in the Antalya aquarium. During the visit, you can see the real snow world and ice museum, Wildpark and Oceanrid e cinema. This aquarium, home to thousands of different fish species, is made up of real-sized remains of planes, ships and submarines and has the largest coral reef decoration in the world.If you’d like to you can swim with sharks and stingrays in a completely safe environment.