Fethiye to Kekova Gulet Cruise: 7-Day Blue Voyage, Full Board
Overview
Fethiye to Kekova Gulet Cruise: 7-Day Blue Voyage, Full Board
This relaxed Blue Cruise follows Turkey's Turquoise Coast, mixing ancient ruins, very clear water and long sunsets seen from the deck.
Swimming, Kas and Paragliding
The boat stops for swims at places such as Simena Castle, the Kekova Sunken City and Butterfly Valley, and in between you have plenty of time to lie back on deck. In Kas, a busy harbour town, you can browse the shops or go scuba diving. There is also the option of paragliding over Oludeniz, counted among the top paragliding spots in the world.
Quiet Bays and Meals on Board
The route crosses the lovely Gulf of Fethiye. Nights are spent at anchor in calm bays under the stars, and traditional Turkish meals are cooked fresh on board.
Whether you want ancient sites, days outdoors or simple rest, this Fethiye boat trip moves from bay to bay along one of the best-known stretches of the Turkish coast.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 – Fethiye, Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz and St. Nicholas Island
You board at 10:00 am and complete a quick check-in. The first stop is Butterfly Valley, where you can swim in the morning and walk a short trail to the waterfall, which flows in season, and be back for lunch.
The gulet then heads to Oludeniz Beach, which many people describe as Europe's most photographed beach. If you want the view from above, paragliding from Babadag Mountain above the Blue Lagoon can be booked.
In the evening the boat anchors off St. Nicholas Island. Go ashore to look at the Byzantine ruins and stay for the sunset. Overnight on board.
Day 2 – Patara Coast, Aquarium Bay and Kas
The gulet follows the coast of Patara, and breakfast is served in Aquarium Bay, where there is time to cool off with a swim.
The next stop is Kas, a town of small, attractive shops and a big ancient theatre. Divers will like it here, as the water is good for first-timers and experienced divers alike.
You spend the night anchored in a calm bay on the stretch from Kas to the Kekova Sunken City. Overnight on board.
Day 3 – Kekova Island, Simena Castle and Gokkaya Bay
Kekova Island comes first. Its Lycian ruins are protected, so the gulet passes them slowly and you view them from the water.
Next, the boat anchors in a lovely bay on Kekova beside Simena Castle. You can walk around the bay and watch the sun go down over the rocks, a sunset like no other on the route.
In the evening the gulet moves on to Gokkaya Bay, where you spend a quiet night beneath the stars. Overnight on board.
Day 4 – Demre Cayagzi Harbour, Kekova and Gokkaya Bay
Begin with a swim, then eat breakfast as the gulet makes its way to Demre Cayagzi Harbour.
Lunch is served here, and afterwards you have time to shop, stroll through the coastal town or see the Lycian tombs close by.
Later the boat heads back to Kekova, which is a World Heritage Site. Here the well-known Lycian sarcophagus stands up out of the water.
You finish the day in Gokkaya Bay, a spot where sea turtles are often seen. Overnight on board.
Day 5 – Kas Revisited and Firnaz Bay
The gulet takes you back to Kas, where you can shop some more, have a coffee in town or go for another dive.
Once your stop in Kas is over, the boat sails on to Firnaz Bay, where you spend the night. Overnight on board.
Day 6 – Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz and St. Nicholas Island
In the early morning you have the choice of a walk to the waterfall or a swim in Butterfly Valley. The gulet then goes back to Oludeniz Beach, which gives you another opportunity to paraglide (optional).
You return to St. Nicholas Island for the sunset and an evening walk through the ruins. Overnight on board.
Day 7 – Last Swim and Return to Fethiye Harbour
On the final morning you swim at an easy pace and have breakfast, then the gulet makes a short hop to a bay nearby for a last swim.
The boat arrives back at Fethiye Harbour around 12:30-1:30 pm, and it is time to say goodbye to the crew and the other guests.
Our service ends here. We are glad you sailed with us and hope to welcome you again.
Important Notes
Transfers to and from hotels in Fethiye are not part of the package.
Weather and sea conditions can lead to changes in the route. On every gulet cruise we run, safety comes first.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Fruits Plate
- ✓Bottled Water
- ✓All Necessary Equipments
- ✓Local Taxes
- ✕Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✕Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
- ✕Personal Expenses
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at no charge until 7 days before your tour and you receive a full refund. If you cancel within the final 7 days before the tour, no refund is given. All times shown are local.
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Seven-day gulet cruise from Fethiye to Kekova: the essentials
For a week you sail a traditional gulet on a Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Kekova and back again, stopping at ancient ruins, swimming in clear water and spending sunsets at anchor. Along the way you see Butterfly Valley, St. Nicholas Island, the Patara coastline, Kas, the Kekova Sunken City, Simena Castle and Demre. The price covers your cabin, breakfast, lunch and dinner, fruit plates, bottled water, the equipment you need and local taxes. Because it varies with your dates and cabin, we send a quote on request.
| Quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Length | 7 days aboard |
| Cost | Quote on request, based on your dates |
| Itinerary | Round trip out of Fethiye Harbour, by way of Kas, Kekova and Demre |
| Embarkation | Fethiye Harbour at 10:00 on the first day |
| Covered | Cabin on board, every meal, fruit, bottled water, equipment, local taxes |
| Excluded | Transfers from Fethiye hotels, museum tickets and attraction fees, drinks, tips |
Why spend seven days on a gulet?
With a full week the pace slows down: you get more nights at anchor, two stops in Kas, another shot at paragliding above Oludeniz and lots of hours to simply lie on deck. The cruise starts and ends in Fethiye, which makes flights through Dalaman easy.
The route, day by day
| Day | Route |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Boarding in Fethiye; swim at Butterfly Valley, with an optional walk to the seasonal waterfall; night close to St. Nicholas Island |
| Day 2 | Along the Patara coastline; breakfast at Aquarium Bay; on to Kas |
| Day 3 | Kekova Island and its Sunken City, viewed from the boat; Simena; night in Gokkaya Bay |
| Day 4 | Swim in the morning; Demre Cayagzi Harbour and free time ashore |
| Day 5 | Return to Kas for shopping, a coffee or a dive; night in Firnaz Bay |
| Day 6 | Butterfly Valley; Oludeniz, where you get another chance to paraglide |
| Day 7 | Last swim and breakfast; back to Fethiye Harbour |
How does this compare with the shorter cruises?
| Gulet cruise | Duration | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Fethiye to Olympos | 4 days | Eastbound, one way |
| Olympos to Fethiye | 4 days | Westbound, one way |
| This cruise | 7 days | Out and back from Fethiye |
| Fethiye to Bodrum | 8 days | Westward to the Aegean |
What is Kas famous for?
Kas is a busy little harbour town of white houses, small shops and cafes, and it is known as one of the top scuba diving spots in Turkey. This cruise calls there twice, giving you time to shop, dive or just have a coffee on the waterfront.
Is paragliding possible during the cruise?
It is, as an optional extra. You launch from Babadag Mountain high above Oludeniz. Since the boat passes Oludeniz two times, you have a backup chance if the weather is wrong on the first pass. As a reference, the Antalya paragliding day trip costs from $399.
When is the best time for a gulet week?
From late spring through autumn. June and September bring warm water and quieter bays; July and August are the hottest and most crowded months. Weather and sea conditions can change the route, and safety is always the priority.
What to pack
A soft bag, a few swimsuits, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, water shoes, a light jacket, a book for slow afternoons, and cash for drinks and shopping in Kas and Demre. Hotel transfers are not included, so plan your own way to Fethiye Harbour.
How to book
Tell us your preferred dates and how many people are travelling, using the form on this page or WhatsApp. We confirm availability and price in writing, and payment is due only once you have that confirmation. Looking for more? Browse our Fethiye tours and Turkey tour packages.
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