Fethiye, Kas, and Kalkan are captivating destinations on Turkey's southwestern coast. Fethiye boasts stunning landscapes, including the Blue Lagoon and Oludeniz Beach, perfect for water enthusiasts. Kas, a charming fishing village turned vibrant resort town, offers a blend of history and natural beauty, with ancient ruins and crystal-clear waters for diving. Kalkan, known for its picturesque harbor and narrow streets, exudes a sophisticated charm with its boutique shops and rooftop restaurants. Together, these destinations create a rich tapestry of culture, history, and scenic wonders along the Turquoise Coast.
Our 7 nights/8 days Blue Cruise on Fethiye - Kekova - Fethiye itinerary is operated by traditional wooden Turkish gulets (without air-conditioning). Departing from Fethiye, we cruise down to area of Kas, Kekova, Kale, Kalkan before sailing back to Fethiye. You will have plenty of time to swim, snorkel or just soak up some sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Transfer to your gulet in the harbour of Fethiye, meeting point of the Aegean and Mediterranean Sea. Fethiye seaport with its sheltered structure is an important stop for yachtsmen, at the head of a beautiful bay strewn with islands. Dinner & overnight in Fethiye.
After breakfast set off along the coast of Fethiye Peninsular for lunch in a secluded bay. When sea conditions permitting we will sail to Butterfly Valley & Oludeniz for visit and swim. The night is spent at St.Nicholas Island, where you can explore the ruins of a Byzantine settlement as the sun sets.
An early start for Yesilkoy, where we have breakfast and time to swim in this quiet bay surrounded by olive groves. Then it's off to Kas, a small harbour town with a charming bohemian atmosphere, where you'll spend the night.
Climb up to the castle on Simena for a spectacular view of the ancient city. Out in the bay, overlooked by a theatre carved into the rock, a single Lycian sarcophagus sits on its pedestal in the water. The night is spent in the wide bay surrounded by green hills, at nearby Ucagiz.
A short cruise along the Mediterranean coast to the ruins at Kekova - the Sunken City. Swim and lunch at Tersane Bay where you'll see the ruins of a Byzantine church and a Roman dockyard on the beach. Sailing to Gokkaya to spend the night.
After breakfast, a short cruise to the sheltered bay at Bayindir Limani for a swim. The rest of the day is spent in Kalkan, a picturesque harbour town set on the hillside, where you can explore the cobbled winding streets or take an optional trip to nearby Patara Beach or the ruins at Xanthos and Letoon.
After an early start to Camli Burun, a natural bay edged with pine-clad hills, your last night on board is spent in Batikkaya Bay. Another day of relaxing, sunbathing and swimming has past.
After breakfast, disembarkation with our best wishes and hopes to see you again.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Cruise itineraries are subject to change, due to bad weather conditions, force majeure and change in local legislation without prior notice and docking conditions in major ports and marinas