Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Olympos: 4-Day Gulet Trip with All Meals
Overview
Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Olympos: 4-Day Gulet Trip with All Meals
This 4-day Blue Cruise follows the lovely Lycian coast of the Turkish Riviera, from Fethiye to Olympos.
From Butterfly Valley to Kekova
On the way the gulet takes you to Butterfly Valley and the Blue Lagoon at Oludeniz, then on to St. Nicholas Island, Kas and the Kekova Sunken City.
You stop to swim in very clear water and have time to explore small Mediterranean towns, and extras like scuba diving and paragliding are optional.
Evenings in Quiet Bays
After dark you unwind on deck beneath the stars in sheltered bays. It is a relaxed and rewarding way to experience the Mediterranean coast of Turkey.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 – Fethiye, Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz and St. Nicholas Island
Boarding is at 10:00 am in Fethiye harbour. After a quick check-in, the crew gives you a short overview of the cruise.
Your first stop is Butterfly Valley, home to more than 130 butterfly species. You can swim here or, if you like, walk to the waterfall (optional), and lunch is served at this stop.
Next the gulet sails to the well-known Blue Lagoon at Oludeniz, famous for its still, very clear water and lovely views.
Optional: paragliding over Oludeniz. Launch from Babadag Mountain and enjoy amazing views on the way down. Oludeniz ranks among the top paragliding locations on the planet.
You spend the first night at anchor off St. Nicholas Island. Climb up to the ruins if you wish and see the sun set. You sleep on board.
Day 2 – Aquarium Bay, Kalkan and Kas
You have breakfast in Aquarium Bay, close to Kalkan. Then you sail on to Kas, an attractive seaside town of small shops, cafes and fine local handicrafts.
Optional: scuba diving in Kas. Go down into the clear Mediterranean to see wrecks and underwater caves. Kas counts among the top dive spots in Turkey.
The gulet spends the night in a sheltered bay close to Kas or Kekova. You sleep on board.
Day 3 – Kekova Sunken City, Simena Castle and Gokkaya Bay
Today the gulet passes the Kekova Sunken City, an old Lycian town that now lies beneath the sea. You cannot swim here, but you see the ruins clearly from the deck.
Later you have the chance to walk up to Simena Castle for fine views across Kekova Bay.
For a calm night, the boat anchors in Gokkaya Bay. You sleep on board.
Day 4 – Gokkaya Bay to Demre and Onward Transfer
After breakfast and a swim in the morning, you arrive around 10:30-11:00 am at Demre Cayagzi Harbour.
Getting onward: a transfer takes you either to Olympos and its tree-house hotels, about 2 hours by road, or to the bus station in Demre, 10 minutes away, where buses run regularly to Antalya, Kas and Fethiye.
Important Notes
Weather and sea conditions can lead to changes in the route. On our gulet cruises, safety is always the first priority.
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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Four-day gulet cruise from Fethiye to Olympos: the essentials
On this four-day Blue Cruise the boat heads east along the Lycian coast from Fethiye to Olympos. Stops on the way include Butterfly Valley, the Blue Lagoon at Oludeniz, St. Nicholas Island, Kalkan, Kas and the Kekova Sunken City. The price covers your cabin, breakfast, lunch and dinner, plates of fruit, bottled water, the equipment you need and local taxes. You leave the boat at Demre Cayagzi Harbour and a transfer takes you on to Olympos. Because the cost varies with your dates and cabin, we send you a quote on request.
| Quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days, with 3 nights on the boat |
| Price | Quote on request for your dates |
| Route | Fethiye, Butterfly Valley, St. Nicholas Island, Kas, Kekova, Gokkaya Bay, Demre, Olympos |
| Boarding | At Fethiye Harbour, 10:00 on the first day |
| Included | Cabin on board, all meals, fruit, bottled water, equipment, local taxes |
| Not included | Museum and attraction entry fees, drinks, tips, personal spending |
How does the route run over 4 days?
| Day | Route |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Boarding in Fethiye at 10:00; Butterfly Valley; night near St. Nicholas Island |
| Day 2 | Breakfast at Aquarium Bay close to Kalkan; Kas and its cafes and shops |
| Day 3 | Sailing by the Kekova Sunken City and Simena Castle; night in Gokkaya Bay |
| Day 4 | A swim in the morning; reaching Demre Cayagzi Harbour at about 10:30 to 11:00; onward transfer |
You may not swim above the ruins at Kekova, but the gulet slows down as it passes and you can see them well from the deck.
Why is the Lycian coast different?
The ancient Lycians lived on this stretch between Fethiye and Olympos. Their tombs carved into rock and other ruins can still be seen above the waterline, from the sunken city of Kekova to the castle at Simena. High mountains fall directly into very clear water. Many of the bays have no road access, so a gulet is the ideal way to reach them.
Which gulet cruise suits you?
| Gulet cruise | Length | Route |
|---|---|---|
| This cruise | 4 days | Fethiye to Olympos, sailing east |
| From Olympos to Fethiye | 4 days | Same coastline, sailing west |
| Round trip Fethiye and Kekova | 7 days | Ends back in Fethiye, at a slower pace |
| From Fethiye to Bodrum | 8 days | Westward to Marmaris, Datca, Knidos and Bodrum |
We quote every gulet cruise on request for the dates you want.
Which extra activities can you book?
Two popular add-ons are paragliding off Babadag Mountain above Oludeniz and scuba diving at Kas. If your base is Antalya, the tandem paragliding day trip to Oludeniz costs from $399.
Does a gulet cruise suit first-time sailors?
It does. No sailing skills are needed. The captain and crew run the boat and cook, and you spend the days swimming, eating and resting. If you get seasick easily, the route close to shore and the protected anchorages help. At night the gulet normally stays in quiet bays.
Which season is best?
Late spring through autumn. In June and September the sea is warm and the harbours are quieter. July and August are the hottest and most crowded months. The plan can change with the weather and the sea, and safety always has priority.
What to pack?
Take a soft bag, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, water shoes, a light jacket for the evening, your own snorkel mask if you own one, and cash for drinks and shopping in Kas.
How do you make a booking?
Tell us your dates and how many people are travelling, using the form on this page or WhatsApp. We confirm availability and the price in writing, and payment comes only after confirmation. Looking for more? Browse our Fethiye tours, Antalya tours and Turkey tour packages.
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