Sail a traditional Turkish gulet from Fethiye to Olympos over four days, stopping at Butterfly Valley, Ölüdeniz, Kekova’s sunken city and Simena. This blue cruise blends clear-water swims, Lycian ruins and simple onboard comforts.
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You step onto the polished teak of a traditional gulet as Fethiye’s harbor slides away—calm water lapping the hull, wind taking the sails, and a line of limestone coves unfurling ahead. The gulet hums into the turquoise pocket of Butterfly Valley; gulls scold the rigging while the cliffs keep their silence.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 days / 3 nights
Fitness Level
Moderate — able to do short hikes, step on and off boats and handle some stairs to ruins
Wildlife
History
The coastline is dotted with Lycian and Roman remains—many settlements were coastal trade hubs and later adapted to Ottoman-era maritime routes. Gulets are traditional Turkish wooden sailing vessels developed for comfort and cargo along these waters.
Conservation
The region contains important Posidonia seagrass beds and turtle nesting habitats; avoid anchoring on seagrass, use reef-safe sunscreen and pack out all trash.
Reserve your spot on the Sail Turkey: Mix Age Fethiye to Olympos Gulet Cruise today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive the day before
Fethiye check-in is mid-morning; arriving the night before avoids rushed transfers and gives time to sort passports and luggage.
Wear water shoes for landings
Many coves have rocky shorelines and uneven jetties—water shoes protect feet and improve traction when stepping ashore.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Posidonia seagrass and marine life are sensitive—choose mineral or reef-safe sunscreen to reduce impact while snorkeling.
Bring a small dry bag
A 5–10L dry bag keeps phone, documents and a light layer dry during short launches and swims from the boat.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and minimizes damage to seagrass and marine life during snorkeling.
summer
Water shoes
Provide traction and protection when stepping onto rocky coves and ruins.
spring
Small dry bag (5–10L)
Keeps electronics, documents and extra layers dry during dinghy transfers and swims.
Light packable layer
Useful for cool mornings and evenings on deck when sea breezes pick up.