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Set sail from Fethiye for seven days of sheltered bays, ancient ruins and the Blue Lagoon. Swim, snorkel, visit sunken cities and sample coastal Turkish cuisine aboard a traditional gulet.
Set sail from Fethiye for seven days of sheltered bays, ancient ruins and the Blue Lagoon. Swim, snorkel, visit sunken cities and sample coastal Turkish cuisine aboard a traditional gulet.
Morning light slices across Fethiye Harbour as the gulet eases from the quay; teak deck warm underfoot, sails slack, and the Mediterranean nudges the hull toward cliffs and coves that have kept secrets for millennia.
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Operated by SAILNSTAY · Fethiye, Muğla
Morning light slices across Fethiye Harbour as the gulet eases from the quay; teak deck warm underfoot, sails slack, and the Mediterranean nudges the hull toward cliffs and coves that have kept secrets for millennia.
This seven-day itinerary threads the Lycian coast—Butterfly Valley’s cedar-scented cleft, Oludeniz’s glassy Blue Lagoon beneath Babadağ, the sunken ruins of Kekova and the watchful stones of Simena and Myra. Geology here is coastal limestone folded into steep headlands, with beaches formed where marine terraces stepped down during ice-age sea-level change. Human history sits on top of that: Lycian tombs, Byzantine chapels and the evidence of earthquakes that submerged whole towns.
Onboard life is straightforward: communal meals, snorkel stops at hidden bays, and evenings moored under a sky that leans close. The sea becomes a character—sometimes coaxing you into calm swims, sometimes pushing the gulet along a bracing breeze for perfect sunset landings.
Practical notes: bring footwear for rocky beaches and short climbs, carry a refillable bottle (water is plentiful on board but conserve single-use plastics), and keep a light jacket for evenings. Snorkelling is provided; note Kekova’s protected status prohibits in-water exploration of the ruins. Optional paragliding from Babadağ can be arranged onshore in Ölüdeniz for an aerial view of the lagoon.
Expect easy daily activity levels with short swims and optional hikes, flexible anchoring that prioritizes quiet bays, and a chance to trade screens for star charts and the steady rhythm of the sea.
easy.
7 days.
Suitable for travelers with general fitness—able to board tenders, swim short distances and climb short archaeological sites.
No—Kekova’s archaeological zone is protected and swimming over the submerged ruins is restricted; you can view the ruins from the boat and snorkel in nearby allowed bays.
Basic swimming ability is recommended for shore entries and snorkel stops; life jackets are provided for those who prefer them.
Paragliding from Babadağ is arranged onshore in Ölüdeniz and can be scheduled independently or coordinated by the crew when weather and timing permit.
Tipping is customary on gulet charters; many groups pool tips and present them at trip end—5–10% of the tour cost is a common guideline depending on service.
The Lycian coast preserves layers of history—Lycian tombs, Hellenistic towns and Byzantine ruins—while earthquakes in antiquity submerged parts of Kekova, leaving visible ruins offshore.
Kekova and parts of the coast are protected; follow guidance on anchoring, avoid touching marine life and use reef-safe sunscreen to reduce impacts.
SAILNSTAY operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light slices across Fethiye Harbour as the gulet eases from the quay; teak deck warm underfoot, sails slack, and the Mediterranean nudges the hull toward cliffs and coves that have kept secrets for millennia.
Morning light slices across Fethiye Harbour as the gulet eases from the quay; teak deck warm underfoot, sails slack, and the Mediterranean nudges the hull toward cliffs and coves that have kept secrets for millennia.
This seven-day itinerary threads the Lycian coast—Butterfly Valley’s cedar-scented cleft, Oludeniz’s glassy Blue Lagoon beneath Babadağ, the sunken ruins of Kekova and the watchful stones of Simena and Myra. Geology here is coastal limestone folded into steep headlands, with beaches formed where marine terraces stepped down during ice-age sea-level change. Human history sits on top of that: Lycian tombs, Byzantine chapels and the evidence of earthquakes that submerged whole towns.
Onboard life is straightforward: communal meals, snorkel stops at hidden bays, and evenings moored under a sky that leans close. The sea becomes a character—sometimes coaxing you into calm swims, sometimes pushing the gulet along a bracing breeze for perfect sunset landings.
Practical notes: bring footwear for rocky beaches and short climbs, carry a refillable bottle (water is plentiful on board but conserve single-use plastics), and keep a light jacket for evenings. Snorkelling is provided; note Kekova’s protected status prohibits in-water exploration of the ruins. Optional paragliding from Babadağ can be arranged onshore in Ölüdeniz for an aerial view of the lagoon.
Expect easy daily activity levels with short swims and optional hikes, flexible anchoring that prioritizes quiet bays, and a chance to trade screens for star charts and the steady rhythm of the sea.