Want to visit one of Turkey’s most famous lakes and let yourself relax in a beautiful setting? Our Antalya Salda Lake and Lavender Gardens Tour is definitely an option if you seek a day full of nature and breath-taking views. This tour gives you the chance to visit the “Turkish Maldives” and admire the exceptional atmosphere of lavender fields during the harvesting season. Revitalise your senses, snap some unique photos, learn many interesting things, and fill your day with laughter and joy.
The tour begins during the morning, with a pick-up service from your hotel in Antalya. A comfortable and modern car will drive you to the first stop of this tour, Salda Lake. During the day, a professional tour guide will accompany you. The guide is in charge to assist you in case you need, and let you know important information about the places of interest.
Salda Lake is the 3rd deepest in the world, and has the cleanest waters in Turkey. What really makes this lake special is the beauty of the surroundings. More precisely, the waters of the lake have a unique turquoise colour, while they are surrounded by white-colour sands and rocks. In fact, these rocks have high concentration of magnesium. Therefore, swimming in the lake or sunbathing on the rocks can improve your skin’s condition.
After spending some time at the lake, the bus will drive you to a nearby local restaurant, where you can enjoy a mouth-watering lunch at a cosy and nice atmosphere.
The schedule includes another interesting visit at the beautiful lavender gardens. The fields are in Kuyucak and make up 90% of the country’s lavender production. The purple colour fields will take your breath away with their unique beauty. During your time there, you will have the chance to learn many things about the production and the flower itself.
You can also purchase some interesting lavender-based products to take back home, such as cosmetics or food supplements. The cobblestoned streets of this charming village and the welcoming attitude of the locals will impress you and fill you with positive emotions.
By the end of the visit at Kuyucak village, the bus will start driving you back at Antalya. This amazing day tour finishes during the afternoon, when you arrive back at the place of your accommodation. The tour is ideal for people of all ages and is perfect for people who want to create some nice memories in a relaxed setting.
The price of this full-day excursion includes two way transfers from and to your hotel in Antalya, as well as all the transfers during the day. For your own comfort, transfers are made with a fully air-conditioned and modern bus. The price includes also a full insurance, entrance fees, lunch, and guiding services from a professional tour guide. Please be aware that, drinks and other personal expenses are not included in the price.
The Salda Lake and Lavender Gardens Tour is available only in a specific period of the year. More precisely, you can join the tour in August and July, due to the lavender harvesting season. By this time of the year the fields are full-grown and have this characteristic, yet charming purple colour.
During this tour you should expect to visit two famous and imposing locations, the Salda Lake and the Lavender Gardens. The schedule is designed is such way as to offer you a broader image of the sites, as well as many information about each location. Furthermore, you should expect to fill yourself with positive emotions and great images.
As temperatures are high during the summer season, please bring a hat, sunglasses, and your sun cream. If you wish to swim, you should also bring your own swimsuit and towel. Moreover, you should wear comfortable shoes and light clothes as you will need to walk at some parts of the tour. Your positive energy and your camera are also important!
Salda Lake is an impressive spot that makes you feel like you are in Maldives. The water has high concentration of minerals, and especially magnesium. Swimming in the lake is permitted only during a specific period of the year and at specific spots. Depending on the period you choose to join, the tour guide can provide further information and assistance.
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