Bodrum to Fethiye: A Vibrant Aegean Coast Adventure

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7 days 6 nights
Turkey
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Upscale
Group size
14-19 tourists,
over 18 y.o.

Feel the Aegean open before you as you sail into the wild bays of Datça and watch the sunset burn over the cliffs of Bozukkale. Leave the mainland behind and discover one of Turkey’s most spectacular coastal routes, where every day begins with a swim and ends beneath an open sky.

Cruise from Bodrum to Fethiye aboard a traditional Turkish gulet, stopping at hidden coves, ancient ruins, and vibrant harbour towns along the way. Wander through Eski Datça, explore the ruins of Knidos, drift through the river landscapes of Dalyan, and sail across the turquoise waters of the 12 Islands region. Balance quiet sailing days with lively evenings in Marmaris and coastal dinners under the stars.

Relax on spacious sun decks, dive straight into crystal-clear water, and settle into the easy rhythm of life at sea. With comfortable cabins, freshly prepared Turkish meals onboard, and the perfect mix of swimming, sightseeing, and social atmosphere, this journey is ideal for travellers seeking an unforgettable week along the Turkish coast.

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$1,615
per tourist for 7 days
Departing from
Bodrum-Datca ferry port
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Number of individuals
14-19 tourists, over 18 y.o.
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Graeme H. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
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Tour highlights

diving
Dive into the Waters of Bozukkale
Snorkel, swim, or paddle through crystal-clear bays where hidden coves and untouched coastline define each day
Marmaris
Experience the Energy of Marmaris
Wander lively marina streets, discover seaside bars, and dive into the vibrant nightlife of Turkey’s coastal hotspot
Dalyan Rock tombs
Drift Through Dalyan’s Riverlands
Glide past Lycian rock tombs, mud baths, and reed-lined waterways in one of Turkey’s most unique landscapes

Route details

Day 1
The First Horizon: Bodrum to Datça

Step into Bodrum at morning light, where the harbor hums with salt air and quiet anticipation as you meet your cruise crew. Board the ferry and watch the coastline dissolve behind you while the Aegean opens into a vast, shimmering blue.

Cross toward Datça, where mountains soften into hidden coves and the rhythm of the sea slows everything down. Arrive into a calm peninsula atmosphere, where simplicity and light define the first impression of the journey.

Pause for a swim near Datça Harbour, feeling the water clear your senses before settling into a relaxed coastal lunch. Let the easy pace of the town introduce you to its unhurried, sun-warmed spirit.

Travel to ancient Knidos, where marble ruins rise above dramatic cliffs and history meets the wind. Walk through the archaeological site and absorb the silence of a city once alive with trade and myth.

As evening falls, wander through Eski Datça or stay by the harbor, where stone streets and soft light shape the night. Choose your rhythm—quiet taverns or seaside bars—before the day fades into the Aegean dark.

Meals: Lunch included
Overnight: Datça

Jump into the water
Datca cafe
Knidos 1 more photo
Day 2
Between Cliffs and the Sea: Bozukkale Day
Day 3
Bozukkale to Church Bay: Along the Hidden Coast
Day 4
From Quiet Bays to Harbour Energy: Church Bay to Marmaris
Day 5
Into the Dalyan Hinterland: Ekincik Bound
Day 6
Ekincik to Cleopatra’s Baths and Flat Island
Day 7
Final Passage Through the 12 Islands: Flat Island to Fethiye
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Accommodation

Comfort
Upscale
Cabin on the boat
6 nights

Enjoy 6 nights onboard a traditional Turkish gulet — a handcrafted wooden motor-yacht designed for comfortable cruising along the coast. Accommodating around 16 to 19 passengers, these charming vessels offer a relaxed and social atmosphere, with spacious decks ideal for sunbathing, enjoying the sea breeze, or diving straight into crystal-clear waters.

Accommodation is provided on a Premier Overnight Air-Conditioned Gulet, offering an upgraded experience compared to standard Classic Plus gulets. These boats are slightly larger and more spacious, with enhanced comfort features including hotel-style bathrooms with separate shower cabins rather than compact wet-room facilities.

6 nights
Premier Overnight Air-Conditioned Gulet

Compact ensuite cabins with hotel-style shower rooms and toilets, overnight air-conditioning, and comfortable beds so you can sleep in your private cabin each night. Unlimited bottled drinking water is included throughout the cruise.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
Bodrum-Datca ferry port
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Conditions

Included
  • 6 nights accommodation on board
  • 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Onboard crew (3-4 team members) 
  • All port taxes
  • Onboard representative 
  • Ferry ticket from Bodrum to Datca
  • Unlimited drinking water
Extras
  • All drinks onboard (boat runs a tab system) apart from unlimited drinking water
  • Single supplement 
  • Crew tips (at your discretion)
  • Beach towels 
  • Bathroom towels in boat cabins
  • Entrance fees to sites and museums
  • 20 Euros Visitor Tax (payable to the boat locally - euros or lira)
  • Optional Dalyan tour - 35 euros per person

It's important to know

I’m a solo traveller. Do I have to share a cabin?

Solo travellers can choose to share a cabin with another passenger of the same gender OR pay a single supplement charge (value of 1 x passengers) and have a whole cabin to yourself.

Both options depend on the cabin types and passengers already booked on the cruise. If you’re unsure as to which option is best for you, contact our reservations team for help or leave your question in the booking notes of your reservation. 

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