Route Fethiye Marmaris

Fethiye Marmaris Yacht Charter Itinerary

Another great alternative for blue cruise weekly yacht charters departing from Göcek or Fethiye is the Marmaris route.

Along the way, you can enjoy a mud bath in Dalyan, visit the famous Iztuzu (Caretta) Beach or explore the ancient city of Kaunos.

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You may board your yacht in Fethiye starting from 15:00. After the welcome briefing and an introduction to the yacht’s safety procedures and onboard rules, you’ll be ready to cast off.

Dinner and your first overnight stay will take place in one of the nearby bays. Depending on conditions, your captain may choose Samanlık, Boncuklu, or Turunç Pınarı Bay.

Fethiye is a natural harbor city known for its stunning landscapes and ancient Lycian heritage. The turquoise waters of Fethiye, where blue and green blend in perfect harmony, shine like exquisite Turkish ceramic work.

If you choose to stay in Fethiye, your afternoon and evening will be free to explore the town. You can visit the impressive Lycian rock tombs carved high into the cliffs or wander through the Old Town for some shopping.

Dinner will be served on board, after which you may head ashore again to experience Fethiye’s vibrant nightlife.

After breakfast, you’ll depart from Fethiye and anchor at Tersane Island for a lunch break. The largest of the Göcek Islands, it takes its name from its use as a shipyard during the Ottoman period. You can still see the remnants from the Roman, Greek, and Ottoman eras along the shoreline.

The island is also home to many wild mountain goats and even has a small restaurant. Tersane Island is divided into two parts, Winter Harbor and Summer Harbor, with the Winter Harbor side offering more visible historical ruins.

Located at the far end of the Gulf of Göcek region, Aga Harbour is the ideal anchorage for an overnight stay before the longer cruising planned for the following day.

Before dinner is served, you can enjoy a swim or simply watch the yachts entering and leaving the Göcek area.

In the early hours of the day, you’ll set course toward Ekincik Bay.

Here, you’ll have several optional activities to choose from:

• Relax on board and enjoy the sun and sea
• Join a Dalyan river tour
• Experience a traditional mud bath
• Visit the ancient city of Kaunos
• See İztuzu Beach, the famous nesting ground of Caretta Caretta turtles

After breakfast service on board, you’ll set sail toward Turunç Bay, also known as Paradise Island. Here, you can enjoy a refreshing swim and a leisurely lunch in beautiful surroundings.

Marmaris is one of the most vibrant coastal towns in southern Turkey and home to the region’s largest marina. You’ll have time to explore its charming Old Town, and after dinner, you can experience the lively nightlife for which Marmaris is well known.

After a pleasant night in Marmaris, your first stop in the morning will be Kumlubük.

You will then continue toward Semizce Bay, where dinner will be served and the night will be spent at anchor.

With the first light of the morning, you’ll begin your journey back toward Göcek and anchor at Bedri Rahmi Bay, one of the region’s most iconic spots.

The bay originally known as Tasyaka was renamed Bedri Rahmi Bay after the famous Turkish painter visited in 1974 and created an artwork on a large seaside rock.

Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu gifted the bay a now-iconic piece of art: a fish-shaped rock engraving that actually contains six hidden animals cleverly woven into the design. Over time, this artwork became the symbol of the bay, helping it grow into one of Göcek’s most beloved and frequently visited anchorages.

You can follow a small path up the pine-covered slopes to reach the ancient Lycian rock tombs, beautifully carved into the cliffs.

The bay is also home to Miori↗, an upscale restaurant and venue. It gets very busy during the season, so advance reservations are essential. It’s worth noting that the restaurant may not suit every budget.

For dinner and your overnight stay, you’ll continue on to Hammam (Cleopatra) Bay.

Cleopatra Bay (Hammam) contains the ruins of an ancient Lycian-era bathhouse, said to have been built as a gift for Queen Cleopatra during her visit to the Mediterranean coast.

According to legend, the natural hot spring in the bay was believed to soothe skin conditions and was considered one of Cleopatra’s beauty secrets. In the early morning, when the water is calm, you can see the sand shifting at the bottom of the sunken ruins. This is a subtle sign that the warm spring beneath the bay is still active.

The Yassıca (Flat) Islands consist of several small islets, the largest of which even has a small natural lagoon. Located within the Gulf of Fethiye, they are among the best places to anchor, swim and spend the day. Covered with pine and olive trees, the islands are ideal for water-sport enthusiasts and also great for hiking. You’ll also find small local stalls selling snacks.

Because there are sudden shallow areas between the islands, extra caution is needed when navigating through this zone.

The water around the islands is calm and crystal clear, allowing you to see marine life with the naked eye. Bring your mask, snorkel and fins for an easy and enjoyable snorkelling experience. You can also enjoy water sports such as jet-ski, water skiing or ringo. Even if your yacht doesn’t carry these water toys, you can pre-book them and enjoy any activity you wish for an additional fee.

For your final night, the yacht will anchor in a bay close to your designated disembarkation port.

If your cruise ends in Fethiye, Samanlık Bay is a likely anchorage; for Göcek departures, Göcek Island is typically used for the last overnight stay.

After breakfast service on board, it’s time to disembark the yacht by 10:00  . We’ll be there to assist you with anything you need during your departure.

Fethiye marmaris yacht charter itinerary comes to an end. We hope to welcome you on board again for another unforgettable route… 🙂

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