Today marks the commencement of your gulet holiday in Turkey, as you check into your gulet around 4:00 p.m., receiving information and settling into your cabins; the evening will be spent in Fethiye Harbour, allowing time to explore the town—consider visiting the Lycian tombs for a sunset view or indulging in shopping in the old town; dinner will be served onboard, and afterward, you can explore Fethiye’s nightlife or opt for a tranquil drink on the boat, with the option to anchor overnight at nearby bays. (D)
Fethiye
Fethiye offers a diverse experience with a vibrant city center and old town featuring restaurants, nightlife, souvenir shops, local markets, Paspatur Bazaar, and historical sites like the Lycian Stone Sarcophagi and Fethiye Museum, making it a rich destination for exploration.
Following breakfast, you’ll depart Fethiye Harbour, cruising along the coast toward Tersane Island (shipyard) for lunch, named for its historical ancient shipyard, where remnants of Roman and Greek shipyard structures can still be seen along the beach, providing an opportunity for a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean before anchoring in the natural bay of Aga Limani for the night. (B-L-D)
An early start awaits as you head towards the picturesque Ekincik area, offering the choice to either stay on board for swimming and relaxation or opt for an optional excursion to Dalyan and Kaunos, an adventure we can assist in organizing for you.(B-L-D)
Optional Tour: Dalyan and Mud Baths
Kaunos offers a riverboat trip to witness ancient Lycian tombs carved into cliffs and explore the ancient city; in Dalyan, you have the option to indulge in a mud bath in natural springs and unwind on Turtle Beach, an annual nesting site for Caretta turtles (loggerhead turtles).
Ekincik Bay
Ekincik Bay captivates with pristine beauty and crystal-clear waters, allowing guests the choice of relaxation on board or optional excursions like the enchanting Dalyan and Kaunos journey, seamlessly combining natural wonders and ancient history along the Turkish coastline.
After breakfast, cruise to Turunc Buku, also known as the beautiful Cennet Island, offering pristine waters for ample swimming time and a leisurely lunch, followed by an afternoon arrival in bustling Marmaris harbor, renowned for its large marina; before dinner on board, explore the old town or indulge in shopping at the bazaars, and post-dinner, immerse yourself in Marmaris’ nightlife or enjoy a drink at the marina’s numerous cafes and bars. (B-L-D)
Following breakfast in Marmaris Harbour, your captain sets sail towards Kumlubuk Bay, inviting a refreshing swim and the pleasure of one of the peninsula’s largest beaches, with lunch served onboard before continuing to the uninhabited Semizce Bay, where the night will be spent. (B-L-D)
This morning, you will embark on the journey to the enchanting Gocek Bay area, stopping at Kuyruk Burnu for breakfast before cruising to Batik Hamam Bay, where ancient Roman ruins await exploration amid the crystal-clear waters; the afternoon will unfold at either Bedri Rahmi or Sarsala Bay, with Bedri Rahmi Bay renowned for its iconic painted fish on the rock by Bedri Rahmi himself, a key figure in discovering this stunning turquoise coastline; your yacht will anchor down later in the afternoon in either bay for a sunset swim or onboard drinks. (B-L-D)
We will continue our journey through the piercing blue Today marks your final day on the stunning Turquoise coastline waters; after a leisurely breakfast, you’ll cruise back into the Fethiye Gulf, making stops at charming bays for swimming and lunch; the concluding night on board awaits at Samanlik Bay, situated near Fethiye. (B-L-D)
This morning, following breakfast, enjoy one last swim before cruising into Fethiye Harbour; check-out is at 9:00 am, marking the end of your journey, and bid farewell to the friendly crew. For any assistance with your subsequent journey or transfers, feel free to discuss it during the private charter reservation. (B)