Fethiye-Kekova Blue Cruise

Bodtur Yachting offers you this blue cruise route from Fethiye to Kekova. Explore this beautiful Turkish Riviera and mysterious Lycian coast on a Turkish Gulet. Have a unique experience and enjoy cruising in Turkey with a group of sea-lovers from all around the world.

The Fethiye – Kokova yacht charter gives you the opportunity to combine your cruise with a lot of land excursions to many historical and archeological sites and ruins from ancient Lycia. Not only you can enjoy swimming in the “Blue Flagged” waters with the most beautiful natural bay, but also you will get the chance of exploring the beautiful islands and lovely fishing towns with great historical sites.

Fethiye - Kekova Blue Cruise takes 8 days and 7 nights in traditional wooden Turkish gulet, starting from Fethiye to cruise down to area of Kas, Kekova, Kalkan before returning back to Fethiye. You will have plenty of time to swim, snorkel or just soak up some sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

BLUE CRUISE Day 1:

Embarkment to your gulet in the Fethiye Port, meeting point of the Aegean and Mediterranean Sea. Fethiye Port with its sheltered structure is an important stop for yachtsmen, at the head of a beautiful bay strewn with islands. Once everyone arrives, your gulet sets sail around 16:00 towards Boncuklu Bay where you can enjoy your first swim and evening relaxation. If any guests are delayed due to flights or traffic, your gulet will remain at the marina, giving you time to explore Fethiye’s lively market, cafés, and nightlife. In this case, the first night is spent safely at the port. Dinner & overnight on board.

BLUE CRUISE Day 2:

After breakfast set off along the coast of Fethiye Peninsula for lunch in a secluded bay. Weather permitting, we’ll explore both Butterflies Valley. In the afternoon, we continue to St. Nicholas Island, where you can enjoy the sunset and explore the ancient Byzantine ruins. Dinner and overnight is at St.Nicholas Island where you can explore the ruins of a Byzantine settlement as the sun sets.

BLUE CRUISE Day 3:

Early in the morning, your gulet yacht sails to Firnaz Bay, a serene cove surrounded by olive trees, perfect for breakfast and a refreshing swim. After lunch at Hidayet Bay, yacht continues to the charming town of Kas, where you can explore the ancient ruins of Antiphellos, Lycian rock tombs, the Roman theatre, and other historic landmarks at your own pace. Guests have free time to stroll, shop, or enjoy a coffee by the harbour. In the late afternoon, we return to the gulet and sail to Limanagzi Bay, where we anchor for the night, surrounded by the calm waters of the Lycian coast.

BLUE CRUISE Day 4:

After breakfast, your gulet yacht sets sail for Kekova, home to the famed Sunken City, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Guests can admire the partially submerged ruins from the boat.
In the afternoon, hike up to Simena Castle for stunning views of the village and surrounding bays. Return on board for a freshly prepared lunch before cruising past a remarkable Lycian sarcophagus carved into the rocks just outside the bay.
We end the day at Gokkaya Bay, where the gulet anchors for the night. 

BLUE CRUISE Day 5:

BLUE CRUISE Day 6:

After a leisurely breakfast, the gulet yacht sails a short distance to Bayindir Harbour, a sheltered cove ideal for a morning swim and relaxation.
Following lunch on board, the gulet yacht continues to Kalkan, where guests can explore the town, shop, or simply unwind on deck while enjoying the serene surroundings.
After leaving Kalkan, depending on weather and sea conditions, the gulet yacht anchors for the night at either the port or a nearby peaceful bay, offering a calm and restful evening.

BLUE CRUISE Day 7:

Start the morning with a scenic sail to Aquarium Bay, where the crystal-clear waters are perfect for swim and a relaxed breakfast on board. Your gulet yacht then continues to Kizilada, ideal for soaking up the sun, enjoying your lunch at sea, and taking in the peaceful surroundings.
In the afternoon, your gulet yacht sails to Samanlik Bay for dinner and overnight stay. For guests with early transfers or evening flights, the gulet yacht will return to Fethiye Port to ensure a smooth departure.

BLUE CRUISE Day 8:

After breakfast, disembarkation with best wishes 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.