Alanya King of Vikingen All Inclusive Boat Tour

Alanya’s King of Vikingen tour turns a half-day on the Mediterranean into a floating pool party, with five swimming stops, lunch, soft drinks, music, and a foam party. I like the simple bargain: at about $29.79, you get a boat ride, food, and non-alcoholic drinks in one price.

I also like the chance to see Alanya from the water, where the harbor and Alanya Castle area provide a strong backdrop between swims. The main caution is transport. The boat experience can be enjoyable, but pickup timing and return arrangements have not always been smooth.

Key things to know before you book

• Five swimming breaks: The tour is built around getting into the sea, not just sitting on deck.
• Foam party and animation: Expect a lively, music-focused boat rather than a quiet sightseeing cruise.
• Lunch and soft drinks included: Alcoholic drinks are not included, so budget extra if you want them.
• About five hours: The listed start time is 10:00 am, with the trip ending back at the harbor.
• Transport needs attention: Pickup may be offered, but evening tours specifically do not include pickup.
• Large group capacity: The boat can hold up to 199 people, so this is a shared party cruise, not an intimate sailing trip.

Setting out from Alanya Harbor at 10:00 am

The meeting point is Alanya HafenÇarşı, at Rıhtım Cd. No:11 D:C, near Alanya’s harbor. The listed start time is 10:00 am, and the activity finishes back at the same meeting point.

That return-to-harbor setup makes the tour fairly easy to plan around. You are not being dropped at a different beach or left to arrange a separate ride back. Still, I would allow extra time before departure. A busy harbor, a large boat, and shared transport can make the morning feel less precise than the advertised clock time.

The boat is the main event, but the getting-there details matter. Pickup is offered for some arrangements, while the special note says pickup is not included in evening tours. If you are booking an evening departure, plan to reach the harbor yourself unless the operator confirms otherwise.

The experience is offered in English, and confirmation is provided at booking. The listing also says the activity is near public transportation, which gives you another way to reach the harbor if hotel pickup is not part of your booking.

Five hours built around swimming

The published route identifies Alanya Castle, or Alanya Kalesi, as the itinerary stop, but this is not a land visit with time to walk the fortress walls. The day is described as a boat trip from the harbor, with the castle area forming part of the coastal setting while the boat makes its swimming stops.

That distinction is important. If you want a detailed visit to Alanya Castle, this tour will not replace a dedicated castle outing. If you want to see the coast from offshore and jump into the sea several times, the format makes more sense.

The five swimming breaks are the clearest reason to book. Instead of one rushed stop, the schedule is designed to return to the water again and again. You can swim, climb back aboard, dry off, have something to eat, and then prepare for another stop.

The exact swimming locations and stop lengths are not specified, so do not expect a fixed list of named coves. Conditions can affect the route. Good weather is required, and poor weather may lead to a new date or a full refund.

Bring the basics for a sea day: swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and a way to protect your phone. Those items are not listed as included, and the boat’s main appeal is being ready when the crew announces the next swim.

A party boat, not a quiet cruise

The King of Vikingen is aimed at people who want activity and noise. Animation and a foam party are part of the program, so the mood is closer to a daytime celebration than a quiet coastal cruise.

That can be a lot of fun if you like music, group games, and an easygoing party atmosphere. One especially positive account described the foam party as a major hit, along with the swimming locations and a sunset on an evening sailing. The crew was also praised for helping people feel comfortable.

The same setup will not suit everyone. If you want a peaceful boat ride, a small group, or uninterrupted time to read, the animation may wear thin. A maximum capacity of 199 people tells you what kind of outing this is: social, busy, and designed to keep the whole boat involved.

The foam party is also worth treating as a practical matter. Keep cameras and phones away from the action unless they are protected. Foam, water, and a crowded deck are not a good combination for loose electronics.

Lunch and drinks at the right price

Lunch and non-alcoholic drinks are included in the listed price. That is a useful benefit, especially on a five-hour trip where buying every drink separately can quickly add up.

The food is best viewed as convenient boat-trip fare, not a restaurant meal. One favorable account found the food more than acceptable, while another account described the meal and the boat as unpleasant. That gap tells you to keep expectations sensible. You are paying for a full outing with food included, not a premium dining cruise.

Soft drinks are included, but alcoholic beverages are not. If you want beer, wine, or spirits, budget separately. The evening version may also have different conditions, so check the exact departure details rather than assuming the daytime package applies.

You will find a restroom on board, which is useful during a five-hour trip. Wi-Fi is also listed on board and at the meeting area, though the practical quality of a boat connection can vary. I would treat it as a convenience, not a reason to book.

What the Alanya Castle setting adds

Alanya Castle gives the boat trip a sense of place. From the water, you get a different view of the city and its high coastal position than you do from the streets below.

The castle itself is not described as a guided stop, and admission is listed as free because the activity is a boat excursion rather than a ticketed castle visit. You should not plan on exploring the fortress during this five-hour outing.

Instead, use the castle area as a visual anchor between swimming breaks. It helps turn a generic boat ride into something tied to Alanya. You are not simply going offshore and back with no sense of where you are.

If seeing the castle interiors, walls, or viewpoints is a priority, schedule that separately. This tour gives you the water view, not the full archaeological or historic visit.

Transport is the part to check carefully

Transport deserves more attention than the short tour summary suggests. Pickup may be available, and an air-conditioned vehicle is listed among the inclusions. However, one account described a long wait for a pickup bus, followed by a serious problem on the return journey when the driver missed the hotel stop.

Another account described a transfer bus without air conditioning and extremely uncomfortable heat. The operator apologized for the first incident and attributed it to a new driver. That response does not erase the problem, but it does give you useful planning information: confirm the pickup time, confirm the hotel name, and pay attention during the return route.

If your booking includes transport, keep the meeting details easy to reach on your phone. If the driver passes your stop, speak up immediately rather than waiting until the vehicle is far away. It is also wise to confirm whether your particular departure is daytime or evening, since evening tours do not include pickup.

The safest way to think about transport is this: the boat package may offer good value, but the transfer service can be less predictable. If you are staying near Alanya Harbor, reaching the meeting point yourself may give you more control.

Daytime and evening trips are not identical

The main details describe a 10:00 am departure lasting about five hours. The separate notes and experiences indicate that evening tours can work differently, including a departure around 7:00 pm or later and no included pickup.

Do not assume that every King of Vikingen sailing has the same timetable, food arrangement, or transport service. One evening account found that the departure shifted from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm and advised bringing food and drinks. The same account still found the atmosphere good, but the timing and package did not match the expectation.

That makes the daytime trip the clearer choice if you want the advertised lunch, swimming breaks, and soft drinks in a straightforward five-hour format. An evening sailing may offer sunset views and a party setting, but you should confirm what is included before paying.

The operator’s own note about evening pickup is especially important. If you book at night, treat the harbor as your meeting point unless you have written confirmation of another arrangement.

Who will enjoy this boat trip most

I would recommend the tour to you if you want an affordable day on the water and do not need luxury service. It works well for people who enjoy swimming, music, foam parties, shared activities, and a relaxed group setting.

Families and mixed-age groups may also find the format useful because lunch, soft drinks, and a restroom are included. Still, the party atmosphere may not suit very young children or anyone who needs a quiet, carefully controlled environment. The supplied information does not give a minimum age or a detailed accessibility plan, so ask the operator if those points matter to you.

The tour is less suitable if you want a small boat, personal guiding, a gourmet meal, or an exact sightseeing route. The capacity of up to 199 people means personal space and individual attention will be limited.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. Since the activity is centered on swimming and moving around a shared boat, contact the operator directly if you have specific mobility or medical needs. The general participation note is not a substitute for a detailed accessibility assessment.

Is $29.79 good value?

At roughly $29.79 per person, the package is priced as a low-cost full outing. You receive about five hours on the sea, five swimming breaks, lunch, soft drinks, animation, a foam party, an on-board restroom, and a return to the harbor.

That is strong value if you will use the inclusions. A person who wants to swim several times and enjoy the party program can get a full half-day without paying separately for a meal and each soft drink.

The value is weaker if you mainly want quiet sightseeing. In that case, you may be paying for animation and foam-party activities you do not care about. Alcohol is also extra, and transport problems can reduce the comfort of the overall day.

The rating of 3.7 from 18 ratings suggests a mixed but workable experience. The strongest praise centers on the crew, swimming locations, sunset views, food, foam party, and price-to-experience ratio. The main complaints concern dirty conditions, unfriendly service, hot transfer buses, delayed pickup, and a missed hotel drop-off.

I would book at this price only after deciding that the party boat format suits you. It is good value for an active sea day, not a polished luxury cruise.

Booking, weather, and cancellation advice

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded.

The trip requires suitable weather. If poor weather cancels the sailing, you will be offered another date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of participants is not reached, with the choice of another date or experience, or a refund.

I would save the confirmation, meeting address, and pickup information before leaving your hotel. For an evening booking, confirm the departure time and transport directly, since the evening package can differ from the daytime one.

Should you book the King of Vikingen?

Book it if you want five chances to swim, a lively foam party, included lunch and soft drinks, and a low-cost half-day from Alanya Harbor. The setting near Alanya Castle and the possibility of sunset views add plenty of appeal.

Skip it if you want a calm, spotless, small-scale cruise or dependable hotel transfers above all else. The boat can deliver a fun day, but the service is not presented as luxury, and transport deserves a careful check.

My practical choice would be the daytime departure at 10:00 am, with self-arranged transport to the harbor if that is convenient. Confirm the exact pickup, bring swim gear and sun protection, and treat the tour as an affordable group party on the sea rather than a formal sightseeing cruise.

FAQ

Where does the King of Vikingen boat tour start?

The meeting point is Alanya HafenÇarşı, Rıhtım Cd. No:11 D:C, 07400 Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye.

What time does the tour start?

The listed start time is 10:00 am.

How long does the boat tour last?

The trip lasts about five hours.

Does the tour return to the starting point?

Yes. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How many swimming stops are included?

The tour includes five swimming breaks.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included in the tour price.

Are drinks included?

Non-alcoholic drinks are included. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup is offered for some bookings, but pickup is not included in evening tours. Confirm the exact arrangement for your departure.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation.