Seven nights, seven bays and not a single suitcase to unpack: that's a week aboard a gulet in Turkey.

A gulet cruise on the Turquoise Coast is far more than a boat trip: it's a slow way to travel, with swim stops, meals on board and nights at anchor under a sky full of stars. If you're considering a gulet charter on the Turquoise Coast, this one-week route between Göcek and Fethiye will give you a clear idea of what to expect.

Day 1: Embarkation in Göcek

You arrive from Dalaman airport (about 30 minutes away), settle into your cabin and meet the crew. After lunch on board, the gulet sets sail for Tersane Island, with Byzantine ruins and very calm waters for your first swim.

Day 2: Yassıca Islands and Sarsala Bay

A morning of snorkelling in the clear waters around the Yassıca Islands, then an afternoon in Sarsala, a sheltered and nearly untouched bay. It's the time to try the kayaks and paddleboards on board.

Day 3: Kapı Creek and Fethiye

You sail towards Fethiye, anchoring beside pine forests and coves with barely a house in sight. In the afternoon you can go ashore to stroll through the old town and the marina.

Day 4: Ölüdeniz

One of Turkey's most photographed beaches. With the gulet anchored outside the swimming zone, you enjoy the lagoon and the views from the sea without the crowds.

Day 5: Butterfly Valley

A cove tucked between cliffs, reachable only by sea or on foot, with a waterfall to boot. It's one of the most memorable moments of any luxury gulet holiday on the Turquoise Coast.

Day 6: Gemiler Island

Also known as St. Nicholas Island, it holds the remains of Byzantine churches among the pines. Visit in the morning, swim in its waters and enjoy a farewell dinner on deck.

Day 7: Back to Göcek

A final morning swim, a relaxed breakfast and disembarkation in Göcek, ready for your flight.

Tips for Planning Your Cruise on The Turquoise Coast

Best time to go: May to October; June and September offer great weather and fewer crowds.
Group size: choose your gulet by the number of cabins, not just berths.
Luxury or traditional: luxury gulet holidays offer more space, en-suite cabins and more water toys.
Privacy: on a private gulet holiday on the Turquoise Coast, the itinerary is yours: this route is just a guide and the captain can adapt it to the weather and your preferences.

How Much Does It Cost?

Prices vary with the boat and the season between €5,000 and €95,000. You can check the ranges and what's included on our gulet charter on the Turquoise Coast landing page.

Ready to go? Request a no-obligation quote and we'll design your week on a gulet.