This 7-day sailing trip on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast is to start and finish in Göcek or Fethiye. The waters are sheltered, sailing distances are manageable, and you can combine swimming, ancient ruins, hiking, and lively waterfront towns.
Day 1 – Göcek to Bedri Rahmi Bay
Sailing: 1–2 hours
Onshore activities:
Explore the famous rock painting left by Turkish artist and writer Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu.
Short coastal walks through pine forests.
Swim and paddleboard in calm coves.
Evening: Anchor in a quiet bay and enjoy a waterfront dinner.
Day 2 – Tersane Island and Cleopatra's Bay
Sailing: Short island-hopping day
Onshore activities:
Walk among Byzantine and Ottoman-era ruins on Tersane Island.
Snorkel above submerged archaeological remains in Cleopatra's Bay.
Easy hiking trails with panoramic views over the Gulf of Fethiye.
Day 3 – Ölüdeniz and Butterfly Valley
Sailing: 2–3 hours
Onshore activities:
Visit Butterfly Valley and hike into the canyon.
Relax at the Blue Lagoon in Ölüdeniz.
Try tandem paragliding from Babadağ, one of Europe's best launch sites.
Day 4 – Gemiler Island to Kalkan
Sailing: 4–5 hours
Onshore activities:
Explore Byzantine churches and ruins on Gemiler Island.
Wander the whitewashed streets of Kalkan.
Sunset drinks overlooking the harbour.
Day 5 – Kaş
Sailing: 1–2 hours
Onshore activities:
Explore the old town of Kaş.
Visit Lycian rock tombs and the ancient theatre.
Optional sea-kayaking or diving excursions.
Browse local artisan shops and cafés.
Day 6 – Kekova and Üçağız
Sailing: 2–3 hours
Onshore activities:
Cruise above the famous Sunken City of Kekova.
Walk through the village of Üçağız.
Hike up to Simena Castle for spectacular views.
Try homemade ice cream in Kaleköy.
Day 7 – Return toward Göcek/Fethiye
Sailing: Longer passage back
Onshore activities before departure:
Explore the marina and old town of Fethiye.
Visit the Tomb of Amyntas.
Browse the fish market and local bazaars.
Enjoy a final Turkish breakfast before disembarking.
Why this route works
Mixes relaxed sailing with substantial shore exploration.
Includes ancient Lycian history, hiking, village life, and beaches.
Features the coast's highlights: Ölüdeniz, Butterfly Valley, Kaş, and Kekova.
Suitable for both bareboat charters and skippered yachts, with mostly protected waters and manageable daily distances.
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