Adrasan is a roughly 2-kilometre sandy bay in the Kumluca district of Antalya, surrounded by pine forest. It is the departure point for the Suluada boat trips, a spot for water sports and a quiet seaside holiday. South of Cirali and Olympos, it is a village of bungalows and small hotels spread along the river and the shore rather than large resorts. Behind the bay rises Musa Dagi, crossed by the Lycian Way; early in the morning the fishing boats leave the cove. Antalya Airport (AYT) is about 105 kilometres and on average 1 hour 40 minutes away; your driver meets you at the airport and, taking the winding road for you, drops you right at your hotel door.
See Your Web-Only PriceWhat Is Adrasan Like?
Adrasan has a different character from its neighbours Cirali and Olympos. While Cirali is known for its turtle beach and nature conservation, and Olympos for its ancient city, Adrasan stands out for its wide sandy bay, boat trips and water sports. The village, formerly called Cavuskoy, is close to the Kumluca town centre.
Pine forest surrounds the bay, so the summer heat is not stifling here. A sea breeze blows until midday and a land breeze in the afternoon, softening the heat; that same wind also creates good conditions for surfers and sailors. Boutique hotels spread along the shore and beside the Adrasan stream give the village a quiet, rural feel.
Setting Out to Sea From Adrasan: Suluada and the Bays Boat Trip
The first thing to describe about Adrasan is the sea; but the real sea begins when you set out from the bay by boat. In the morning, boats leave the shore and spend the day touring the surrounding bays and Suluada.
Suluada: Volcanic White Sand and Drinking Water
Suluada, off the coast of Adrasan, is known for its white volcanic sand and water so clear you can see the bottom with the naked eye; that pale sand and turquoise shallows are why some compare it to the Maldives. The island takes its name from the spring of drinkable fresh water on it — a feature most Mediterranean islands lack, and what sets Suluada apart. The island is reached only by boat, about 45 minutes from Adrasan. Boats stop for a swim at the front beach, the back cove and the Lovers' Cave on the western shore.
Water Sports in Adrasan Bay
Adrasan bay draws people for swimming and for water sports alike. The land breeze that picks up in the afternoon creates good conditions for surfing and sailing; clear water and rich marine life make diving enjoyable. The southern end of the beach is shallow and sandy, so families with children usually gather there; the northern side drops off more quickly and is stonier. From the right side of the bay it is about a 45-minute walk to the Gelidonya Lighthouse — a stretch that is part of the Lycian Way.
Nature and Walking in Adrasan: The Lycian Way, Gelidonya Lighthouse and Musa Dagi
Adrasan is known for the sea as much as for the mountain and walking routes behind it. The village is an important stop on the Lycian Way, the long-distance trail running from Fethiye to Antalya; backpackers arrive from the Olympos side, stay a night in Adrasan and continue towards Gelidonya. Spring and autumn, when the heat eases, are the busiest seasons for these walks.
The path from the right end of the bay climbs through pine forest to the Gelidonya Lighthouse. Guiding sailors since 1936, it is one of the highest-set lighthouses in Turkey; the view of the Five Islands in front of it is among the most photographed points on the Lycian Way. Those who time it for sunset finish the return on the forest path in the dark. Musa Dagi, rising behind the bay, separates Adrasan from Olympos; the morning sun comes up behind it, which is why the cove brightens late in the day.
A Day in Adrasan
In Adrasan the day usually begins with the sea. Those joining a boat trip come down to the shore around nine or ten; the tour boats set off for Suluada and the bays. For those staying in the bay, the sea is calm in the morning and the southern beach fills with families.
In the afternoon, as the land breeze picks up, the water surface stirs; surfers and paddle-boarders prefer these hours. In the evening the boats return to the cove and the restaurants along the shore and the stream fill up. Adrasan's nights are quiet; instead of large entertainment venues there are village restaurants and tea gardens.
Food in Adrasan
The Adrasan table comes mostly from the sea and village produce: sea bass and bream caught daily at the fish restaurants on the shore, grills and meze at the places beside the stream. On boat trips lunch is served on board, usually fish or chicken, pasta and olive-oil meze.
The region's pine honey and citrus products are found at the village markets. The breakfast spots beside the Adrasan stream are where people stop before setting off in the morning.
Tips for an Adrasan Holiday
A few details make the journey easier when you come to Adrasan:
- Tip: Adrasan's hotels are spread along the shore and beside the Adrasan stream; the location of places like River and Ford may not always be clear on navigation. Share the hotel name and a location link if you have one, and we'll bring you to the door.
- Tip: Boats for the Suluada trip usually leave in the morning; if you want to fit the trip into your first day, plan your flight time accordingly.
- Tip: If you have children, the southern beach is shallow and sandy; those wanting deeper, stonier water head to the northern side.
- Tip: Adrasan and Cirali/Olympos are different coves reached by different roads; state clearly in your booking which one you're staying in. If you need a child seat, note it — one seat is free, extra seats at a fair charge with us.
Antalya Airport to Adrasan: Distance and Time
The distance from Antalya Airport to Adrasan is about 105 kilometres, and the drive takes around 1 hour 40 minutes — for anyone asking how far Adrasan is from Antalya airport and how long the transfer takes: about 105 km and an hour and forty minutes, on a winding descent to Cavuskoy after Kemer, Tekirova and Olympos (it can vary in summer traffic). The road leaves the airport, passes Kemer and Tekirova, then the Olympos turn-off; after joining the Adrasan road the last stretch is a winding descent down through Cavuskoy to the cove.
The last part of this road is narrow with sharp bends, and the village hotels are scattered between the stream and the shore. A spacious car with good road handling makes a clear difference, especially on night arrivals and for families with luggage. Since our driver knows the road and where the hotels are, he brings you to the door; no getting off at the main road to wait for a minibus.
Our Vehicles
Most people coming to Adrasan are couples, families on a seaside holiday or groups arriving for a boat trip. If there are two to four of you, a Mercedes Vito (Maybach First Class or Business Class) is plenty; if you're a larger group, we have Mercedes Sprinter vehicles that take up to 13. On the Adrasan road the choice of car matters most on the bends at the end, and the Vito handles that descent comfortably.
Free Wi-Fi, water and one child seat are already in the car, and we don't charge for them; an infant seat for babies and a booster for older children are available on request at booking. If you need an infant seat or a booster, just say so in the booking and we'll have it ready. The road can feel long in the summer heat, so the air conditioning stays on.
Return Transfer in Adrasan
When the holiday ends, the way back should feel just as easy. Our Adrasan airport transfer works both ways: on departure day your driver picks you up at your guesthouse door and works out the pickup time from your flight and the length of the forest road; factoring in the village's narrow lanes and the 105-kilometre distance, we leave early so there is no risk of missing the plane. There is no need to call a separate company for the hotel to airport leg.
The round trip is arranged in a single booking — one WhatsApp message is enough. No prepayment: you pay the same fixed price to the driver in the vehicle on the way back too. We ask for no money upfront and no card details. You pay the driver at the end of the ride, once you're happy with the service — so you never worry "did I lose my money?", the risk is not on you. Wondering if the transfer waits if your flight is delayed? Your driver tracks the flight and waits at no extra cost. Even on late-night landings there is no night surcharge, and After a long flight you won't search the crowd for a driver: our airport greeter waits at the exit holding a name sign with your name and walks you straight to your vehicle.
How to Get From the Airport to Adrasan
There are a few ways to reach Adrasan:
- Private VIP transfer: Straight to your hotel door, no waiting, fixed price. A meet and greet with a name sign is included, and we deliver to the hotels by the stream and along the shore.
- Bus + minibus: There is no direct line from the airport; you first go to the city centre, then a Kumluca-Finike minibus, get off at the Olympos-Adrasan junction and take a dolmus. The services don't go down to the shore, they leave you on the main road; tiring with luggage and children.
- Taxi: Available, but over a long distance the taxi fare climbs steeply on the meter with no fixed-price guarantee. With us the price is set upfront, with no hidden fees. We also do not run shared shuttles; we offer only your own private VIP transfer.
- Car rental: Flexible, but driving the winding descent right after a flight is not for everyone.
Whether you search for Adrasan or neighbouring Cirali or Olympos transfer, we provide the same fixed-price, door-to-door service to all of them; we plan around your flight time and drop you at your hotel door.
Adrasan Hotels – Properties We Transfer To
We provide door-to-door private transfers to every hotel, guesthouse and stream-side property in Adrasan. Some of the main properties are listed below; if where you're staying isn't here, just message us — we transfer there too:
Distances and Times From Adrasan
Approximate distances and times from Adrasan to key places:
| Place | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Antalya Airport | ~105 km | ~1 h 40 min |
| Suluada (by boat) | ~by sea | ~45 min |
| Gelidonya Lighthouse (walk) | ~3 km | ~45 min walk |
| Cirali | ~25 km | ~35 min |
| Olympos | ~25 km | ~35 min |
| Kumluca | ~12 km | ~20 min |
| Kemer | ~50 km | ~55 min |
Transfers to Areas Around Adrasan
We provide the same fixed-price private transfers to the other areas along this coast:
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Contact & Price
Your Adrasan transfer price depends on the vehicle type, number of passengers and date; but it is always fixed, per vehicle, and free of hidden fees. However long the road takes, the amount you pay is set in advance. We know plans can change, so you can amend or cancel your booking free of charge up to 24 hours before. Your price is fixed on the web — no night surcharge, no waiting fee, no hidden costs, no prepayment. Just tap "See Price" to book. Any questions? Message us on WhatsApp or Telegram — a real person answers, 24/7.
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📅 Last Updated: July 2026 · This page is updated regularly.