Sail Turkey: Gulet Cruises for Mixed Age Groups

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7 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the natural beauty and historical wonders of the Mediterranean coastline on a week-long gulet cruise from Fethiye in Turkey. Departing from Fethiye, you will sail towards the stunning Butterfly Valley where you can swim in the Mediterranean or take a hike through the lush surroundings. You can also capture photos of the beautiful Oludeniz beach before we anchor behind the scenic Blue Lagoon to watch the sunset over the ruins of St. Nicholas Island.

As we continue along the coastline, we will visit the charming town of Kas where you can purchase souvenirs and explore the famous Sunken City of Kekova and Simena Castle. In Demre Harbour, you will have the opportunity to witness the ruins of Myra before we begin our return journey to Fethiye, stopping along the way to swim, snorkel, and perhaps even paraglide.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[7])
Lunch
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Dinner (Optional[6])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
Entrance fee of Gemiler Island ( 3 euros )
Entrance fee of Butterfly Valley ( 1 Euro )
Entrance fee of Simena Castle ( 4 Euros )

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet with our guests at V-Cafe Bistro, opposite the Fethiye Harbour and next to Dedeoglu Port Hotel

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Fethiye to Gemiler Island

    4 stops
  • 1
    Fethiye

    Get ready for an exciting week of exploration and fun as we begin our Gulet cruise from Fethiye Harbour. Our enthusiastic guide will greet you as you check-in at our office at 09:30 am. At 10:30 am, we’ll board the Turkish Gulet yacht and set sail on an unforgettable journey.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Our first stop is Butterfly Valley, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean or hike to a nearby waterfall. Be sure to look out for the diverse array of moths and butterflies that inhabit this stunning location.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Oludeniz PlajI

    After lunch, we'll head to Oludeniz, also known as the Blue Lagoon. You can try paragliding from Babadag Mountain, soaring 2,000 meters above the beach and lagoon. This is one of the world's most amazing paragliding spots.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    As the day comes to a close, we'll dock near the picturesque shores of St. Nicholas Island. Take some time to explore the enchanting ruins and be prepared for an unforgettable sunset experience.

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 2

    Gemiler Island to Kas

    4 stops
  • 5
    Patara PlajI

    In the early hours of the morning, your skilled crew will navigate the gulet along the coast of Patara towards Hidayet Bay.

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Breakfast will be served on arrival to Hidayet Bay, after which you’ll have plenty of time to swim before we head into Kas

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Kas

    This charming fishing village boasts some of the best shopping in the region, is clustered with handicraft stores, and is home to an ancient theatre.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    In the afternoon, we offer a Cooking Class on board where you can learn how to make Turkish Cheese Rolls and pancakes. You can then enjoy brunch with what you have cooked in the Cooking Class. In the late afternoon, we’ll make our way to one of the secluded bays between Kas and Kekova, where we’ll spend the night.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Sunken City of Kekova

    2 stops
  • 9

    The first stop on our itinerary for today is the Sunken City of Kekova. It is an ancient ruin that dates back to 2,000 years and was caused by a catastrophic earthquake in the 2nd century AD. Although we can sail along the ruins to have a better view, swimming and snorkelling are not allowed as it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Kekova Island

    In the afternoon, we will anchor nearby Kekova Island and Simena Castle, so that you can explore and enjoy the magnificent views across the surrounding bay. and We spend the night near kekova island

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Demre to Kekova and Karemlik Bay

    5 stops
  • 11
    Demre (Kale)

    We will be serving breakfast after an early morning swim, and we'll begin our cruise towards Demre Harbour at 11:00 am. We'll arrive before midday and say goodbye to any guests who are leaving after the four-day cruise. The remaining guests who are interested can take a trip to the nearby Lycian tombs in Demre. They'll have enough time to explore the place before returning to the Gulet yacht for lunch.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 12

    We will start our journey towards Turtle Beach ( Karemlik Bay ). There, you will have the opportunity to swim and observe five of the eight types of turtles found in the Mediterranean in their natural habitat.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 13

    In the afternoon, we will sail back to the Sunken City of Kekova to get another view of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will anchor near Kekova again, so guests can either climb up to Simena Castle or explore the sarcophagus resting on the water's edge to the east of town.

    2 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14

    Later, we will head to Aquarium Bay for 5 o’clock tea.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 15

    Our final destination for the day is Kocakari Bay, where we will spend the night.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Kekova to Firnaz or Kas

    2 stops
  • 16
    Kas

    You can enjoy a leisurely morning either shopping in Kas or relaxing at a local cafe.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 17

    In the afternoon, we will head towards Firnaz Bay near Kalkan for a delightful night on the water.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Kelebekler Valley, Oludeniz, Gemiler Island

    3 stops
  • 18

    Experience the beautiful Mediterranean Sea at first light as we head towards Butterfly Valley. You can complete the activity you missed during our previous visit, either swimming or hiking.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 19
    Oludeniz

    While enjoying the world-famous Oludeniz Beach, you can also take part in activities like paragliding or swimming in the blue-flagged sea.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 20

    We will anchor at St. Nicholas Island to enjoy its majestic sunset views. We spend the night here

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 7

    Gemiler Island to Fethiye

    2 stops
  • 21

    Enjoy a leisurely start to your final day on board, taking time for a morning swim and breakfast before we begin cruising along the coast. We'll anchor at one of the bays near Fethiye for a final swim.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 22
    Fethiye

    After enjoying lunch, you will return to Fethiye Harbour between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. At this point, you will bid farewell to your amiable crew and travel companions, continuing your journey throughout Turkey.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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