Turkish Gulet Cruise from Fethiye

Embark on a Week-long Turkish Gulet Cruise from Fethiye

Embark on a captivating week-long Turkish Gulet Cruise departing from Fethiye, and immerse yourself in the allure of the Mediterranean Coastline. This extraordinary journey encompasses a blend of popular activities, from idyllic swims and invigorating snorkeling sessions in picturesque bays, to encounters with some of the region's most iconic landmarks. Glide past Europe's renowned gem, Oludeniz, and find serenity anchored by the Blue Lagoon at St Nicholas Island. Explore the charming town of Kas, celebrated for its exceptional shopping opportunities. Experience the mystique of the Sunken City of Kekova and the ancient Simena Castle. Along the way, relish various bays perfect for leisurely swims and relaxation. For the adventurous at heart, partake in optional activities like thrilling paragliding or immersive diving experiences. This cruise promises an unforgettable odyssey through the wonders of the Turkish Riviera.

Day 1: Guests will need to be at Fethiye Harbour at 10:00. If you require directions, our staff will be happy to help. Following check-in at the office, guests will be taken to the harbor for a briefing. Following this, you will be taken to your gulet and depart Fethiye, where you will cruise to our first stop, Butterfly Valley—time to put on your swimsuit and dip. We will also have lunch here, and hiking up to the waterfall is an option. Guests may witness a variety of moths and butterflies while on the walk, depending on the time of the season.

Optional Activity: Paragliding Blue Lagoon

We travel to Oludeniz (blue lagoon), the most photographed beach in Europe. Here you have the option to go paragliding. You will take off from Babadag Mountain, 2000 meters, and fly over Oludeniz beach and Blue Lagoon. It is easy to know why paragliding here is the best in the world! We suggest looking into pre-booking this activity either online for special online rates, with our friendly office crew, or last minute on the boat. Just let your captain know about departing Fethiye.

Tonight the gulet will anchor down at St Nicholas Island, where you will have time to walk up through the island's ruins and sit and enjoy the magical sunset. (L, D)

Day 2: Today in the early hours, the crew will steer the gulet along the Patara stretch headed for Aquarium Bay. Breakfast will be served, and there is time for swimming before heading into Kas. This small fishing village has some of the best shopping in the region. Spend time exploring the shops famous for their unique jewelry, or head to the west of town to enter the ancient theatre.

Optional Activity: Diving

In Kas, guests will have the option to scuba dive. Both certified and beginner divers can join this activity. We recommend pre-booking this optional activity online before your cruise to receive special discounted rates and guarantee your dive. The night is spent in secluded bays between Kas and Kekova. (B, L, D)

Itinerary

Day 1 Guests will need to be at Fethiye Harbour at 10:00. If you require directions, our staff will be happy to help. Following check-in at the office, guests will be taken to the harbor for a briefing. Following this, you will be taken to your gulet and depart Fethiye, where you will cruise to our first stop, Butterfly Valley—time to put on your swimsuit and dip. We will also have lunch here, and hiking up to the waterfall is an option. Guests may witness a variety of moths and butterflies while on the walk, depending on the time of the season.

Optional Activity: Paragliding Blue Lagoon

We travel to Oludeniz (blue lagoon), the most photographed beach in Europe. Here you have the option to go paragliding. You will take off from Babadag Mountain, 2000 meters, and fly over Oludeniz beach and Blue Lagoon. It is easy to know why paragliding here is the best in the world! We suggest looking into pre-booking this activity either online for special online rates, with our friendly office crew, or last minute on the boat. Just let your captain know about departing Fethiye.

Tonight the gulet will anchor down at St Nicholas Island, where you will have time to walk up through the island's ruins and sit and enjoy the magical sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 Today in the early hours, the crew will steer the gulet along the Patara stretch headed for Aquarium Bay. Breakfast will be served, and there is time for swimming before heading into Kas. This small fishing village has some of the best shopping in the region. Spend time exploring the shops famous for their unique jewelry, or head to the west of town to enter the ancient theatre.

Optional Activity: Diving

In Kas, guests will have the option to scuba dive. Both certified and beginner divers can join this activity. We recommend pre-booking this optional activity online before your cruise to receive special discounted rates and guarantee your dive. The night is spent in secluded bays between Kas and Kekova. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Sunken City is the first stop for today's itinerary. This ancient city dated back 2000s to the Lycian period and was destroyed in the 2nd century by an earthquake. We will cruise alongside the ruins. However, no swimming or snorkeling is allowed here as it is a world heritage site. Afterward, you will anchor down to Kekova and Simena Castle, where you can walk to the top and witness a magical view over the bay. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Today is an easy start. Have a morning swim and enjoy another delicious breakfast spread. After breakfast, the gulet will cruise towards Ucagiz Village Harbor, where we will moor before lunchtime. It is time to farewell fellow passengers just doing the four-day cruise. Guests remaining noon tour will be transferred to Ucagiz Village, where you can wander around the shops, use cash facilities and even explore the nearby Lycian tombs. Lunch will be served on arriving back at the In the afternoon; we will cruise back towards the Sunken City and over the World Heritage site. We anchor close to Kekova, where guests can venture up to Simena Castle again or head to the east of the town to view the casket, which stands majestically in the water. Later in the day, we anchor back down in Gokkaya Bay. This is a turtle breeding ground, so watch out for these majestic creatures while swimming. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Today you cruise back onto Kas for more shopping, or you may like to sit in one of the local cafes for great coffee and watch the world go by. If you are interested in the optional extra diving, you can do it again here. Be sure to look at booking this optional additional online before your cruise to receive an online discount. After your time in Kas, you will cruise onto an area not far from Kalkan and anchor down in one of the beautiful bays found in that area. (B, L, D)

Day 6 This morning wake up to the vivid blue ocean and find yourself in Butterfly Valley. Take time for a swim or another optional hike up to the waterfall. Afterward, you will visit the most photographed beach in the world - Oludeniz. Here you have the optional excursion of going paragliding. Maybe you missed out on the way down to Kekova, or perhaps you loved it again and want to fly over this fantastic scenery again. Please look into pre-booking this activity for special online rates with our friendly office crew or at the last minute. Let your captain know about departing Fethiye. Tonight you will anchor down at St Nicholas Island, where you will have time to walk back up through the island's ruins, or you may want to head straight up to sunset point to enjoy the view. (B, L, D)

Day 7 Your last day on the boat will be an excellent and lazy start. You will wake up at St Nicholas Island, where you can enjoy a morning swim and breakfast before cruising around one of the bays near Fethiye for lunch and a final swim. You will then move into Fethiye Harbour anytime between 12:30 - 1:30 pm after lunch to disembark the boat. It is time to farewell newfound friends and your friendly crew. Please note transfer services onto Fethiye Hotels are omitted. (B, L)

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All efforts are made to follow this itinerary; however, in poor weather and sea conditions, this schedule may change at Captain's discretion. Our passenger's safety is our number one priority. This could include daily destinations as well as overnight stops. If these situations arise, all efforts will be made to consult customers on alternative options. No money will be refunded.