Day 1

Get ready for an exciting week of exploration and fun as we begin our gulet cruise from Fethiye Harbour. Our enthusiastic guide will welcome you when you check in at our office at 15:00. Afterward, we will board the traditional Turkish gulet yacht and set sail on an unforgettable journey.

Our first destination is Butterfly Valley, where you can take a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean Sea or hike to a nearby waterfall. Be sure to watch for the diverse moths and butterflies that inhabit this stunning natural area.

Following a delightful lunch on board, we will continue our voyage to Ölüdeniz, also known as the Blue Lagoon. Here, you have the option to experience the thrill of paragliding. Fly 2,000 meters above Ölüdeniz Beach and the mesmerizing Blue Lagoon from the summit of Babadag Mountain. Discover why this location is celebrated as one of the world’s premier spots for paragliding.

As the day comes to an end, we will anchor along the picturesque shores of St. Nicholas Island. Take time to explore the captivating ruins and prepare for an unforgettable sunset experience.

Day 2

In the early morning hours, your skilled crew will steer the gulet along the coast of Patara and head towards Hidayet Bay. Breakfast will be served on arrival, after which you’ll have plenty of time to swim before we head into 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.

Most of our guests prefer to grab in Kas town. 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.

Day 3

The first destination on today’s itinerary is the Sunken City of Kekova, a 2,000-year-old archaeological site created by a devastating earthquake in the 2nd century AD. While we will cruise close to the ruins for a detailed view, swimming and snorkeling are prohibited as the area is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In the afternoon, we will anchor nearby to allow you time to explore Kekova Island and Simena Castle. From the castle, enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding bay and coastline.

Day 4

Breakfast will be served following an early morning swim, and at 11:00 a.m. we will begin cruising towards Demre Harbour. We expect to arrive before midday, where guests completing the four-day cruise will bid farewell. Remaining guests interested in further exploration may take a trip to the nearby Lycian tombs in Demre, with ample time to explore before returning to the gulet yacht for lunch. Guests wishing to visit Myra and St. Nicholas Church by car should inform the captain in advance; please note this excursion carries an additional fee.

Next, we will sail to Turtle Beach, offering a unique opportunity to swim and observe five of the eight species of sea turtles native to the Mediterranean in their natural habitat.

In the afternoon, we will return towards the Sunken City of Kekova, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for another chance to admire its historic ruins. We will anchor near Kekova again to allow guests to climb to Simena Castle or explore the sarcophagus resting on the water’s edge to the east of the town. Later, we will proceed to Aquarium Bay for traditional five o’clock tea.

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

Day 5

Wake up at your leisure as we sail back towards Kaş, offering you the chance for another shopping session or a relaxing morning at one of the local cafés.

Most of our guests enjoy having lunch in Kaş town. In the afternoon, we provide an onboard Cooking Class where you can learn to prepare traditional Turkish cheese rolls and pancakes. Following the class, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a delightful brunch featuring your own culinary creations.

Later in the afternoon, we will continue cruising to the stunning Fırnaz Bay near Kalkan, where we will spend another magical night on the water.

Day 6

Wake early to experience the enchanting beauty of the Mediterranean Sea at first light as we sail towards Butterfly Valley. This is your chance to enjoy the activity you missed on a previous visit, whether swimming or hiking, while taking in one of the world’s most photogenic beaches - Ölüdeniz.

You will also have the opportunity to go paragliding again, soaring above the breathtaking coastline. Later, we will anchor at St. Nicholas Island, where you can relax and witness a majestic sunset over the sea.

Day 7

Enjoy a leisurely start to your final day onboard, with time for a morning swim followed by breakfast before we begin cruising along the scenic coast. We will pause at one of the picturesque bays near Fethiye for a last refreshing swim. After lunch, we will arrive back at Fethiye Harbour between 13:00 and 16:00.

At this point, it will be time to bid farewell to your attentive crew and fellow travellers as you continue your onward adventures throughout Turkey.