Turkish Riviera in 5 Days: Antalya Beaches, Ancient Ruins & Coastal Villages

The stretch of coast from Antalya west toward Kaş is dense with ancient ruins that most short beach trips never get to — this itinerary uses Antalya as a base for the first half, then drives the coast road toward Kaş for a slower two days, before looping back for departure. It's best done with a rental car or a hired driver for the Side/Aspendos and Kaş/Demre legs; the coast road between towns is scenic but not well served by public transport for a time-limited trip. Budget more driving time than a map suggests — the coast road winds through hills and small towns, and what looks like an hour on a straight line is often 90 minutes to two hours in practice.