Lycian Cruise – Itinerary

Day1

UK – Turkey – Gocek – The blue green paradise of Göcek’s natural harbour has long endured in the hearts of yachtsmen and lovers of the sea. Located at the northernmost point of the Fethiye bay the former village is ideally located to visit both the surrounding islands and coves.

Day2

Gocek islands –

Day3

Manastir – Calm and shaded by an abundance of pine trees which seem to bend over and kiss the sea. Manastir Cove is an ideal place to let the sails down, drift into the water and be at one with nature. Dotted off the coastline are visible ruins called Cleopatra’s Bath by local people – even though they do not actually belong to Cleopatra’s time.

Day4

Tersane (Sarsala/Bedrirahmi) – Formerly called Telandria,Tersane bears witness to a former community in the ruins of two churches and 140 houses.Tersane, meaning boatyard, is said to have derived from the Byzantine era when there was a boatyard there

Day5

Fethiye (Telmessos) – With its 12 islands and abundance of inlets, sailing into the Bay of Fethiye is like seeing nature for the first time. Unspoiled beauty and glorious colour adorn this peaceful area and the town itself, formerly the ancient city of Telmessos, is a shopper’s paradise.As well as a recently excavated theatre one can visit the Tomb of Amyntas and local museum or take a tour of the ruins at historical Kaya Koy just 8km away.

Day6

Oludeniz – Meaning ‘Sea of the Dead’, this lagoon renowned for its coastal beauty is now closed to yachts for environmental reasons.The pine tree coated tongue of sandy beaches remains in the minds of visitors as a sight of astonishing beauty. More remarkable is the brilliant sapphire blue of the water.

Day7

Gemiler island –

Day8

Butterfly Valley – Kalkan – Formerly known as the Greek port of Kalamaki, Kalkan is particularly popular with Blue Cruise guests due to its picturesque harbour and authentic feel. Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Taurus Mountain range, Kalkan combines antiquity with a quiet yet cosmopolitan charm. Dotted with tavernas
and a mix of Ottoman and Greek houses, the cobbled streets offer shoppers the delights of both traditional local handicrafts and more modern artisan wares. Close to the town are the ancient Roman theatre and Byzantine citadel at Xanthos,Temples at Letoon, and Roman gate at the ancient port of Patara.

Day1

UK – Turkey – Gocek – The blue green paradise of Göcek’s natural harbour has long endured in the hearts of yachtsmen and lovers of the sea. Located at the northernmost point of the Fethiye bay the former village is ideally located to visit both the surrounding islands and coves.

Day2

Gocek islands – Manastir – Calm and shaded by an abundance of pine trees which seem to bend over and kiss the sea. Manastir Cove is an ideal place to let the sails down, drift into the water and be at one with nature. Dotted off the coastline are visible ruins called Cleopatra’s Bath by local people – even though they do not actually belong to Cleopatra’s time.

Day3

Tersane (Sarsala/Bedrirahmi) – Formerly called Telandria,Tersane bears witness to a former community in the ruins of two churches and 140 houses.Tersane, meaning boatyard, is said to have derived from the Byzantine era when there was a boatyard there

Day4

Fethiye (Telmessos) – With its 12 islands and abundance of inlets, sailing into the Bay of Fethiye is like seeing nature for the first time. Unspoiled beauty and glorious colour adorn this peaceful area and the town itself, formerly the ancient city of Telmessos, is a shopper’s paradise.As well as a recently excavated theatre one can visit the Tomb of Amyntas and local museum or take a tour of the ruins at historical Kaya Koy just 8km away.

Day5

Oludeniz – Meaning ‘Sea of the Dead’, this lagoon renowned for its coastal beauty is now closed to yachts for environmental reasons.The pine tree coated tongue of sandy beaches remains in the minds of visitors as a sight of astonishing beauty. More remarkable is the brilliant sapphire blue of the water.

Day6

Gemiler island –

Day7

Ekincik (Dalyan/Kaunos – rock tombs) – Travel by river boat along the reed-fringed marshes and enjoy the ancient rock tombs of Lycia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, the temple tombs of the Carian Kings and Hellenistic city of Kaunos are a must see, as are the popular mud baths and famous turtle beach.

Day8

Gocek – UK – Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight or to your hotel if you’re extending your stay.

Day1

Marmaris – Marmaris is surrounded by olive trees, scrub and leafy green pine forests, which creep up to the waters edge.The castle in the harbour was built by Süleyman the Magnificent and lies in the middle of the old quarter of the town

Day2

Ekincik (Dalyan/Caunos) – The cove of Ekincik is a tranquil paradise of lush green forests where you lose all sense of time.A favourite stop for seafarers, from here you may take a river boat into the Dalyan river and visit the ancient Roman city of Caunos. Travel by river boat along the reed-fringed marshes and enjoy the ancient rock
tombs of Lycia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, the temple tombs of the Carian Kings and Hellenistic city of Kaunos are a must see, as are the popular mud baths and famous turtle beach.

Day3

Gemiler island –

Day4

Oludeniz – Meaning ‘Sea of the Dead’, this lagoon renowned for its coastal beauty is now closed to yachts for environmental reasons.The pine tree coated tongue of sandy beaches remains in the minds of visitors as a sight of astonishing beauty. More remarkable is the brilliant sapphire blue of the water.

Day5

Tersane (Sarsala/Bedrirahmi) – Formerly called Telandria,Tersane bears witness to a former community in the ruins of two churches and 140 houses.Tersane, meaning boatyard, is said to have derived from the Byzantine era when there was a boatyard there

Day6

Manastir – Calm and shaded by an abundance of pine trees which seem to bend over and kiss the sea. Manastir Cove is an ideal place to let the sails down, drift into the water and be at one with nature. Dotted off the coastline are visible ruins called Cleopatra’s Bath by local people – even though they do not actually belong to Cleopatra’s time.

Day7

Gocek Bay – Gocek – The morning and early afternoon are spent exploring the islands and coves of Gocek bay as we head back towards Gocek, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner is served on board before a last chance to explore and enjoy the nightlife of Gocek.

Day8

Gocek – UK – Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight or to your hotel if you’re extending your stay.