Side Boat Tour

The Side Boat Tour brings together Side’s ancient harbour, the Manavgat River and the clear Mediterranean in one relaxed day at sea. After hotel pick-up you board the boat, swim at Paradise Beach, have lunch where the river meets the sea and sail past the Temple of Apollo to Side harbour. The tour runs Tuesday and Saturday.

On this page you will find the full flow of the day, what is included, what you should pack and answers to the most common questions. That way you know exactly what to expect before you book and can plan the rest of your holiday with confidence.

Tour itinerary

• Hotel pick-up and arrival at the boat
• Swimming break at Paradise Beach
• Departure along the Manavgat River
• Lunch at the Manavgat river mouth
• Sailing and another swimming break
• Temple of Apollo and Side harbour
• Dance party on board
• Return to the starting point and your hotel

The order of stops may be adjusted slightly by your guide depending on weather, sea conditions, traffic or local regulations, but all highlights of the programme are kept.

Throughout the day your experienced guide shares stories about the history, nature and local life of the places you visit, answers your questions and times the breaks to suit the pace of the group. Groups are well organised and friendly, so there is enough time both to relax and to take photos. If you have dietary needs or any health concerns, simply add a note when booking and our team will do its best to help.

What is included and not included

Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Lunch
• Insurance
• Professional live guide

Not included

• Drinks
• Personal expenses
• Photo and video service

What to bring

• Towel
• Swimsuit
• Spare clothes
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen

A small day bag is all you need; we recommend leaving valuables at the hotel and carrying a little cash for extras.

Why choose this tour?

The Side boat tour is perfect for anyone who loves both the sea and history. The meeting of river and sea, the silhouette of the ancient temple and the lively mood on board make it one of the most popular boat trips around Side and Manavgat. A day on the water is often the most relaxing memory of a holiday: cool sea, fresh air and a friendly crew make the hours fly by.

Hotel pick-up starts at around 09:00; the exact time for your area is confirmed after booking. With free cancellation there is no risk if your plans change. Check the current rate in the booking box and reserve your place online today.