From Demre: 6 Nights Gulet Cruise to Kas and Back via Kekova

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Andriake Harbour, Caretta canoeing and Gokkaya Bay
3 stops
1
Andriake Harbour
Meet the YourTourKey representatives at Demre Çayağzı (Andriake) Harbour at 13:00. After a warm welcome, board your traditional Turkish gulet, settle into your shared en-suite double cabin and meet the crew. The gulet has six double cabins for a maximum of 12 guests, with two guests sharing each cabin. Following a brief introduction to life onboard, depart at approximately 14:00 and begin your Mediterranean adventure.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Karemlik Bay & Beach
Arrive at Karemlik Bay at approximately 14:30, where your first freshly prepared lunch will be served onboard. Afterwards, enjoy free time for swimming, snorkeling and relaxing on the sun deck. At around 17:00, join an organized canoeing experience near Caretta Beach, a natural habitat for loggerhead sea turtles. Paddle along the beautiful coastline and enjoy the opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural environment. Turtle sightings are not guaranteed. This separate organized canoe excursion is included and differs from use of the gulet's onboard canoe or paddleboard.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Gokkaya PlajI ve Koyu
Depart Karemlik at approximately 19:00 and enjoy a scenic 30 minute cruise to Gökkaya Bay. Arrive around 19:30 and anchor in this beautiful sheltered bay surrounded by rocky islands. Relax on deck before enjoying your first freshly prepared dinner onboard at approximately 20:00. Spend the evening socializing with fellow travelers, admiring the starry Mediterranean sky or simply unwinding in the peaceful surroundings. Your first overnight stay is aboard the gulet in Gökkaya Bay.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Kalekoy, Kekova’s Sunken City and Kocakari Bay
3 stops
4
Castle of Simena
After a short morning cruise from Gökkaya Bay, enjoy a traditional Turkish breakfast onboard at approximately 09:00, overlooking the charming village of Kaleköy. At around 10:00, head ashore for two hours of independent exploration. Wander through picturesque stone streets, discover traditional houses, browse small local shops or try the village's famous homemade ice cream. For panoramic views across Kekova, you may optionally visit the historic Simena Castle (entrance fee not included). Return to the gulet at approximately 12:00.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Sunken City Ruins of Simena (Pass by)
Cruise slowly along the protected Sunken City of Kekova, where the fascinating remains of an ancient Lycian settlement are visible along the shoreline and beneath the clear Mediterranean waters. Observe ancient stone stairways, walls and building foundations directly from the gulet. The captain will navigate carefully through the archaeological area, allowing time to admire the historical scenery. Swimming and diving are prohibited within this protected site.
5
KocakarI koyu eski kalIntIlar
Arrive at Kocakarı Bay at approximately 13:00 and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch onboard while anchored in the peaceful turquoise waters. Spend the afternoon swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing and relaxing on the gulet. Around 17:00, enjoy a leisurely tea or coffee break as the afternoon winds down. Dinner will be served onboard at approximately 20:00, followed by a relaxing evening beneath the stars. Spend your second night anchored in the sheltered waters of Kocakarı Bay.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Aperlai, Inonu Bay, Ufakdere and Limanagzi
4 stops
6
Aperlai Ancient City
Begin your morning with breakfast onboard in Kocakarı Bay at approximately 09:00 before departing around 10:00. Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Lycian coastline, arriving near the ancient settlement of Aperlai at approximately 11:00. Discover the remarkable coastal landscape and, weather and sea conditions permitting, take an optional walk ashore to explore the remains of this historic Lycian settlement independently. Alternatively, remain onboard to relax or enjoy the surrounding waters before continuing the cruise.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
7
Continue cruising along the spectacular Mediterranean coastline and arrive at İnönü Bay at approximately 12:15. Drop anchor in this picturesque cove, surrounded by dramatic rocky cliffs and crystal-clear waters. Enjoy a refreshing swimming and snorkeling break before a freshly prepared lunch is served onboard at approximately 13:00. Relax on deck and admire the peaceful natural scenery before departing for the next bay around 14:00.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
8
Arrive at Ufakdere Bay at approximately 14:30 for another refreshing swimming stop along the beautiful Lycian coastline. Dive into the clear turquoise waters, explore the underwater scenery with snorkeling equipment or simply enjoy the sunshine from the gulet's deck. This peaceful bay offers a wonderful opportunity to unwind before continuing towards Limanağzı at approximately 15:30.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Limanağzı Plajı
Arrive at Limanağzı Bay near Kaş at approximately 16:30 and anchor in this beautiful sheltered bay. Spend the late afternoon swimming, relaxing on the sun deck or admiring the surrounding Mediterranean scenery. At approximately 20:00, gather with your fellow travelers for your third freshly prepared dinner onboard. Enjoy a peaceful evening under the stars, relaxing before spending your third night aboard the same gulet in Limanağzı Bay.
13 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Kas, Hidayet Bay or Limanagzi, and Inonu Bay
3 stops
10
Visit Kas after breakfast and enjoy free time around the harbour. You remain aboard the same gulet while three-night guests disembark around 10:00 and new guests join around 14:00. There is no boat change for six-night guests.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
11
Hidayet Bay Beach
After the Kas stop, cruise to Hidayet Bay or Limanagzi, depending on availability and conditions. Enjoy lunch onboard and swimming, then continue to Inonu Bay for dinner and your fourth night at anchor.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
12
Continue to İnönü Bay in the late afternoon. Dinner is served onboard before spending another peaceful night at anchor.
11 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
İnönü Bay, Aperlai and Kocakarı Bay
3 stops
13
Wake up in the calm surroundings of İnönü Bay and enjoy breakfast onboard before beginning the day's cruise back towards the Kekova region.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
14
Aperlai Ancient City
Cruise back to Aperlai and enjoy lunch onboard beside the ancient Lycian settlement. Relax in the bay and take in the historic surroundings before continuing east.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
15
KocakarI koyu eski kalIntIlar
Spend the afternoon at Kocakarı Bay with time for swimming and relaxing. Dinner is prepared onboard, followed by an overnight stay at anchor.
13 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Sunken City, Kalekoy, Karemlik Beach and Cagilli Bay
4 stops
Sunken City Ruins of Simena (Pass by)
After breakfast, cruise through Kekova and past its protected Sunken City. View ancient remains along the shore and beneath the water directly from the gulet. Swimming and diving are prohibited in this archaeological area.
16
Castle of Simena
Reach Kalekoy around 13:00 for lunch and time to explore the village. Simena Castle is an optional visit; its EUR 4 entrance fee is paid locally. Return aboard afterwards to continue towards Karemlik/Caretta Beach.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
17
Karemlik Bay & Beach
After Kalekoy, reach Karemlik/Caretta Beach around 17:30. Six-night guests have free time while guests on the shorter Kas-to-Demre cruise join their separate canoe excursion. Your included Caretta canoe excursion takes place on Day 1 only; a second organized excursion is not included on the return journey. Continue together afterwards to nearby Cagilli Bay.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
18
After the Karemlik/Caretta Beach stop, cruise to nearby Cagilli Bay (Cagilli Beach) for dinner and your final night at anchor aboard the same gulet. Relax on deck and enjoy the evening before returning to Demre the next morning.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Breakfast in Cagilli Bay and return to Demre
2 stops
19
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard in Cagilli Bay before the short cruise back to Andriake Harbour in Demre. Your six-night holiday ends after disembarkation around 10:00 on Friday. No museum or heritage tour is scheduled before or after this cruise.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
20
Andriake Harbour
Return to Andriake Harbour in Demre and disembark around 10:00 on Friday, Day 7. Your six-night cruise ends here. Arrange your own onward travel; transfers are not included.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Cruise in a gulet cabin with YOURTOURKEY
• Stay on the same gulet for all six nights. Three-night guests change over in Kas on Day 4; you do not need to change boats. Six en-suite double cabins accommodate up to 12 guests.
• Standard fares are for a shared double cabin. Solo travellers share with another solo traveller. Private single occupancy costs 70% extra, subject to availability. Contact us before booking for single occupancy; all cabins are the same category.
• Wi-Fi depends on mobile coverage. Alcoholic and soft drinks cost extra; outside drinks are not permitted. Bar bills are paid in cash on the last day.

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