Sailing on a Gulet can blend relaxation, turquoise waters, secluded bays, historic sites, and lively coastal towns.

 

Here is a suggested 7-Day Gulet Sailing Itinerary – Turkish Riviera (Bodrum to Göcek)

Day 1 – Bodrum Arrival & Embarkation

Board your gulet in Bodrum Marina.

Welcome cocktails & meet the crew.

Short sail to Aquarium Bay for your first swim in crystal-clear waters.

Dinner under the stars, anchored in a quiet cove.

Day 2 – Bodrum → Knidos

Morning sail to the ancient city of Knidos (temple of Aphrodite, amphitheatre ruins right by the sea).

Swim and snorkel in sheltered coves.

Sunset dinner overlooking the ruins.

Day 3 – Datça Peninsula

Cruise along the rugged Datça Peninsula, famous for almond orchards and untouched beaches.

Stop at Palamutbükü for a dip in turquoise waters.

Explore the quaint Datça Old Town with cobbled alleys and boutique shops.

Day 4 – Symi Island (Optional Greek Touch)

Cross into Greek waters (if desired) and visit Symi – pastel-colored mansions, a beautiful monastery, and chic tavernas.

Alternatively, stay in Turkey and explore the hidden Bozburun Peninsula, known for artisanal boat building.

Day 5 – Marmaris & Paradise Island

Sail to Marmaris Bay.

Explore lively Marmaris town, with its bazaar and castle.

Afternoon swim at Paradise Island, a pine-fringed cove.

Day 6 – Ekincik & Dalyan River

Anchor in Ekincik Bay.

Take a small riverboat excursion up the Dalyan River:

Visit the Lycian Rock Tombs carved into cliffs.

Optional mud bath in thermal springs.

Relax on Iztuzu Beach, nesting site of the Caretta Caretta turtles.

Day 7 – Göcek Bays & Farewell

Cruise through the famous Göcek archipelago – 12 stunning islands with calm turquoise waters.

Swim, paddle board, or kayak in Cleopatra’s Bath (legend says she swam here).

Farewell dinner onboard in a quiet anchorage.

Day 8 – Disembark in Göcek

Morning breakfast and disembarkation at Göcek Marina.

Private transfer to Dalaman Airport.

Highlights of the Experience :- 

A luxurious wooden gulet with private chef, crew, and water toys (kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling gear).

Mix of ancient ruins, lively harbors, and secluded coves.

Options for Greek islands add-ons (Symi, Rhodes, Kos) if you want more cross-border sailing.

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Mediterranean Island-hopping Sailing Adventure

Here’s a 7-day Mediterranean island-hopping sailing adventure that blends stunning sailing routes with onshore cultural, culinary, and active experiences. It's based in the Cyclades region of Greece—one of the most iconic and rewarding sailing regions with short hops between islands, turquoise waters, and vibrant towns.

Day 1 – Athens → Kea

Sail: 2–3 hrs from Lavrio Marina (near Athens airport).

Onshore activities:

Explore Ioulis, Kea’s hilltop main town, with its stone houses and winding alleys.

Short hike to the Lion of Kea, an ancient stone carving.

Dinner at a waterfront taverna with fresh seafood.

Day 2 – Kea → Syros

Sail: 5–6 hrs.

Onshore activities:

Stroll through Ermoupoli, the elegant neoclassical capital of the Cyclades.

Visit Apollon Theater, inspired by La Scala.

Sunset drinks in Miaouli Square.

Day 3 – Syros → Mykonos

Sail: 3–4 hrs.

Onshore activities:

Wander Mykonos Town’s whitewashed lanes.

Visit the iconic windmills and Little Venice.

Option: nightlife in Mykonos or a quieter sunset at Agios Ioannis Beach.

Day 4 – Mykonos → Delos (day trip) → Paros

Morning:

Short sail to Delos, an uninhabited island and UNESCO site, once the spiritual center of the ancient Aegean. Guided tour of temples, mosaics, and the Terrace of the Lions.

Afternoon sail: 3–4 hrs to Paros.

Onshore activities:

Dinner in Naousa, a lively fishing village turned chic hub.

Optional wine tasting at a local Paros vineyard.

Day 5 – Paros → Naxos

Sail: 2 hrs.

Onshore activities:

Hike or e-bike through Naxos’ mountain villages (Chalki, Apeiranthos).

Visit the Portara, the ancient marble gate on the harbor at sunset.

Traditional dinner with Naxian cheese and citron liqueur.

Day 6 – Naxos → Koufonisia

Sail: 3 hrs.

Onshore activities:

Relax and swim at Pori Beach (turquoise, unspoiled).

Easy coastal hike connecting hidden coves.

Enjoy a slow evening in the small harbor with fresh lobster pasta.

Day 7 – Koufonisia → Amorgos

Sail: 4 hrs.

Onshore activities:

Visit the Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, clinging to a cliffside.

Swim in Agia Anna, the famous Big Blue film location.

Final night dinner in Chora, one of the most picturesque Cycladic villages.

✨ Optional Extension: Return sail via Naxos → Syros → Athens if doing a round trip, or arrange yacht drop-off in Amorgos/Naxos with ferry back to Athens.

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