Start where the nightlife glows and the castle guards the harbour then sail Bodrum the scenic way to Fethiye on a premium gulet. Over eight unhurried days you’ll cruise through volcanic Black Island, ancient ruins of Knidos, colorful Datça, vibrant nightlife of Marmaris and the island maze of Göcek before rolling into Fethiye’s marina life. Days bring swim stops in see through bays, paddleboards off the stern and coastal hikes to ancient amphitheatres; nights are for deck dinners, stargazing and the kind of sleep only a wooden yacht can deliver.
This small-group journey blends the freedom of a Bodrum yacht charter with the zero stress ease of a hosted cruise ideal for young travellers who want comfort without losing the thrill of discovery. Whether you’ve been comparing Turkey sailing holidays, googling Turkey sailing tours, or even scoping Fethiye to Bodrum routes for another season, this “reverse” itinerary hits the same greatest hits with a fresh rhythm. Captains can nose into coves the big ships skip; your ensuite cabin and friendly local crew handle the rest. Thinking about a longer trip or a celebratory escape? Consider tacking on a Turkey private yacht charter before or after because once you’ve tasted this coastline under sail, it’s hard to go back to land.
Check in from 14:00 at Bodrum marina, meet your crew and settle into your ensuite cabin on our boutique gulet. After a brief safety talk, we sail Bodrum out to volcanic Black Island for your first turquoise-water swim. Deck dinner, castle silhouettes on the horizon and stargazing set the tone for your Bodrum yacht tour.
An early glide along the rugged coast reaches the twin-harbour ruins of Knidos. Explore theatres and temples, then swim and snorkel in glass-clear Palamutbükü. By late afternoon we nose into Datça honey-stone lanes, artisan shops and sunset drinks classic Turkey sailing holidays vibes.
Cruise to dramatic Bozukkale, once a naval stronghold. Walk the old ramparts for sweeping Aegean views, then drop back to the gulet for a lazy lunch and long swims in quiet Kadırga Bay. Golden hour serves up mirror-calm water and an alfresco dinner under the Milky Way.
After breakfast refreshing dip off at Kumlubük. Optional hike to the hilltop ruins of Amos rewards you with wide-angle bay views Turkey sailing tours at their most photogenic.Then Afternoon tea at pine-scented Paradise Island. Sail into lively Marmaris for an Ottoman castle peek and a waterfront wander. enjoy your dinner at wonderful restaurants and party at world famous clubs in Marmaris.
A short, scenic leg to Ekincik. Stay aboard for SUPs and snorkelling, or join the optional Dalyan riverboat: reed tunnels, Turtle Beach, Lycian cliff tombs and those mineral-rich mud baths. Return to the gulet for a seafood dinner as the cove turns copper at sunset.
Today is all about island-hopping. Swim above the submerged walls at Tersane (Shipyard) Island, spot the rock-carved fish in Bedri Rahmi Bay, and take a final dip at Cleopatra’s Bath legend says it was a gift from Marc Antony. Moor off chic Göcek for meze and a mellow promenade.
A leisurely sail into Fethiye Bay with a stop at Tarzan Bay rope swings, cobalt water and lastday photos. By afternoon we berth in Fethiye’s marina. Celebrate your journey with Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails at the famous bar street..an easy finale to your sail Turkey adventure.
One last Turkish coffee on deck, goodbyes to the crew and new friends, then onward travel. Stay to explore Fethiye’s old town and harbour, or connect to nearby islands and Lycian-way hikes.
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