Most Inspirational Moment
Kayaking; this was a great day, split up into 4 sections - getting to a small cove & little beach for a swim/explore, paddling over the sunken city, taking time out on Simena, a peaceful little island & a post lunch swim - which made the 10km manageable and fun.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our local guide, Alper, was absolutely brilliant, helpful, informative, friendly, he engaged well with adults & kids alike - often being drawn into a game of Top trumps, Dobble or Exploding kittens! He was keen to go out of his way to ensure we saw as much as possible and he knew a lot about the area. He helped to sort out a boat trip for our free day, and, when my phone fell into the sea & died, he contacted the local 'phone hospital' to help me get it fixed. He took us to a variety of little restaurants for dinners, explaining speciality dishes and encouraging us to try local food, which all added to the experience. Going out of his way, because we asked specifically for these things, he took us to his favourite Baklava shop, found us the Turkish delight stall at the bazaar and even rented out a football court one afternoon, and played goalie at the request of some of the kids in the group! Top bloke.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Consider additional costs: In total, for 2x adults & 2x children in May 2023, this trip cost me a total of £7,424. Water taxi's, entrance to Canyons, Ruins & Beaches, as per trip notes, are not included in the price. Hotel Phellos is very basic but has hot, powerful showers and is just a short walking distance into the town centre, the pool is fine but the slide shown in pictures has not evidently been in use for some time.
Suggestions
Throw yourself into it, have a go, enjoy!