This morning, our Farout ground team will pick you up from Bayram's Tree Houses, the meeting point in Olympos, at around 10:30 am and transfer you by bus to Demre Cayagzi Harbour, where your gulet cruise in Turkey begins On arrival, you will board your gulet, receive a short briefing, and settle in as your Olympos to Fethiye to Olympos Blue Cruise starts, one of the most scenic Blue Cruise Turkey routes along the Turquoise Coast.   

You will then cruise towards the Sunken City of Kekova, an ancient Lycian settlement dating back over 2,000 years, which was submerged after a series of earthquakes. You will pass slowly over this protected site, where you can see ruins beneath the surface, including stone walls and foundations. Swimming, diving, and snorkelling are not permitted here in order to preserve this unique historical site.

Afterward, you will continue to the charming village of Simena and visit Simena Castle, where you can walk to the top and enjoy panoramic views across the bay and surrounding coastline.

In the evening, you will anchor at Gokkaya Bay, where you can relax on deck, enjoy dinner on board, and take in your first sunset along the Turquoise Coast.

Today you will cruise to Kas, a small fishing village with some of the best shopping areas and incredibly unique jewelry pieces. You will be given time to explore the local shops, including handmade jewelry, clothes stores, and some local cafes for great coffee during your Turkish gulet cruise

Optional Activity – Diving in Kas

For those interested in the optional extra of diving, you will be transferred to the diving boat to go scuba diving in Kas which is said to be one of the best places to dive in Southern Turkey. Get the chance to dive in the beautiful, clear waters of the Southern Mediterranean with some sights offering a cave or even a wreck dive. 

Pre-booking is essential to secure your spot.

After your time in Kas, you will cruise to the area near Kalkan and anchor for the night in the beautiful Aquarium Bay, where you can enjoy your gulet holiday

This morning, you will wake up to the vivid blue ocean and find yourself in Butterfly Valley. You can take time for a swim or an optional hike up to the waterfall. Butterfly Valley is home to over 136 different butterfly species and moths; however, they can be difficult to spot during the summer months.

Afterward, you will visit one of the most photographed beaches in the world, Oludeniz, where you will see the iconic Blue Lagoon and enjoy swimming or relaxing in calm, crystal-clear waters during your blue cruise along the Turquoise Coast.

Optional Activity – Paragliding Blue Lagoon

Here you have the option of going Paragliding, where you will take off from Babadag Mountain (2,000 metres) and fly over Oludeniz and the Blue Lagoon. This is one of the best locations in the world for paragliding and offers spectacular panoramic views.

Pre-booking is essential to secure your spot.

Tonight, you will anchor at St. Nicholas Island (Gemiler Island), where you will have time to walk through the island’s ruins and climb to the summit amphitheatre to enjoy the sunset as part of your sailing Turkey blue cruises experience.

We will start the day slowly. After waking up on St. Nicholas Island (Gemiler Island), you will enjoy a peaceful morning swim before setting sail for Fethiye on your blue cruise. You will stop at one of the nearby bays for lunch and a swim before arriving at Fethiye Harbour between 12:30 and 13:30, where you will say goodbye to some of your fellow travellers.

The afternoon and evening are free time. Dinner is not included tonight. You can explore the rock tombs and the city of Fethiye, known for its vibrant atmosphere along the Turkish coast. The port is filled with shops, cafés, bars, and nightclubs, making it a great place to experience local nightlife during your gulet holiday. Feel free to ask your local team for recommendations. 

Breakfast the following morning is also not included, giving you time to enjoy the town at your own pace or consider options such as private yacht charters.  

Start the morning with breakfast at a café along Fethiye Harbour, where you will have free time until your blue cruise departs. Between 11:00 and 11:45a.m., you will leave Fethiye and welcome new guests for the Olympos-bound leg of the journey.

You will cruise back to Butterfly Valley for a swim and lunch; if you missed it the first time, you can take the short hike to the waterfall. 

Optional Activity - Paragliding at Blue Lagoon 

Next, you will revisit Oludeniz and the iconic Blue Lagoon, where you will have another chance to go paragliding during your gulet holiday. If you are keen to fly, please book online in advance for the best rates, contact the local team, or let the captain know as you leave Fethiye for a last-minute arrangement.

Tonight, you will anchor again at St. Nicholas Island (Gemiler Island). You can explore the island’s ruins if you did not earlier, or head straight to the sunset viewpoint at the amphitheatre.

Today you will wake up en route back to Kas during your blue cruise. You will stop throughout the journey at beautiful bays for breakfast and a swim before enjoying time again in Kas. You may like to go shopping or sit in one of the local cafes for great coffee and watch the world go by as part of your gulet holiday.

Optional Activity – Diving in Kas

If you are interested in the optional extra of diving, be sure to look at booking this activity online before your cruise to receive a discount, or let your captain know last minute.
Pre-booking is essential to secure your spot.

The night is spent in secluded bays between Kas and Kekova, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings along the coast.

Today after breakfast, you will cruise to see the Sunken City of Kekova again during your blue cruise.  Afterward, you will anchor at Kekova and visit Simena Castle, where you can walk to the top and enjoy panoramic views over the bay, or sit in one of the cafes and enjoy a relaxed moment with homemade ice cream by the sea

For the night, you will anchor in Gokkaya Bay, where you will spend your final evening on board your Turkish gulet cruise, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings along the spectacular meditteranean coast.

Your last day on the boat will be a relaxed and easy start. You will wake up with time for a morning swim, followed by a fresh and satisfying breakfast on deck as you ease into the day. After breakfast, you will return to Demre Cayagzi Harbour, arriving between 10:30 and 11:00 am to disembark your blue cruise. It is time to say farewell to your newfound friends and your friendly crew. Lunch is not included on the final day.

You will be met in Demre Cayagzi Harbour and transferred by bus to Olympos or Demre bus station. If you plan on travelling to other destinations, you can let the driver know to be dropped at Demre bus station, where you can catch a local bus. Buses to Antalya and Kas depart every 30 minutes, and buses to Fethiye depart every hour, with no need to pre-book tickets. If you are continuing your trip, you may also want to explore package tours Olympos.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: All efforts are made to follow this itinerary; however, in poor weather and sea conditions, this schedule may change at the captain’s discretion. Passenger safety is the top priority. This may affect daily destinations as well as overnight stops. If these situations arise, all efforts will be made to consult customers on alternative options. No refunds will be issued.