Fethiye, Türkiye

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An action-packed adventure along the Turkish coastline.

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Overview

Fully immerse yourself in all aspects of sailing with this 7-day, hands-on adventure from Fethiye to Bodrum. You'll be led by a world leading skipper, Kayra Kerem. Not only will you learn the ways of the water, but you'll also experience some of Turkey's most beautiful historic and natural sights — from Cleopatra’s Baths and the Knidos ruins to Kadirga beach.

Highlights

Hands-on Sailing

You will be fully immersed in all aspects of sailing including passage planning and victualling as well as actually sailing this beautiful yacht.

Cultural Excursions

As we sail from port to port, we'll also take time to tour some of the most beautiful historic sites, including Cleopatra’s Baths, the stunning Kadirga beach, Dalyan’s mud baths and turtle beach, Datca’s enchanting old town, the lively cities of Marmaris and Bodrum, as well as the famous Knidos ruins.

Water Thrills

While we're out at sea, you have the option to participate in adrenaline-pumping, water activities, such as paragliding and jet-skiing.

Kayra Kerem

Your Guide

Kayra Kerem

Kayra is your main skipper and guide on the trip and an extreme sports expert. After many years of sailing around the world, including circumnavigation in the Golden Globe Race and crossing the Atlantic several times 'solo', he knows how to meet the demands of every level. ranging from beginners, intermediate and advanced sailors.

What's included

6 nights accommodation onboard
Expert skipper and instruction
Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner
Snorkelling equipment
Paddle-boards
Unlimited drinking water
Bath towels and linen
Excursion entrance fees
Harbour and marina fees
Airport transfer
Travel insurance

Schedule

Check-in is at 9am and we aim to board our gulet around 10am for welcome speeches and an introduction to Captain and crew. After departing Fethiye harbour around 10.30-11am, we cruise straight to Cleopatra’s Baths, an ancient hammam dating back to Roman times.

We then move on to another nearby bay (Merdivenli Koyu) that features caves and a beach to explore before going for an optional short hike to a Turkish shepherd’s village.

We then finish the evening at a bay near Cleopatra’s Baths and overnight there.


This morning we cruise over to Ekincik. Here there is the chance for an optional excursion into Dalyan. This excursion will take us by small boat into the lake lands of the Dalyan area, past the ancient Lycian rock tombs to experience Turkey’s memorable mud baths. 

This morning we head over to a picturesque bay for a swim stop before entering Marmaris Harbour after lunch, around 2pm. We can wander around the old city, which is still littered with historical houses that line the cobbled streets and check out the seaside markets and grand bazaar. There are plenty of waterside cafes and bars to sample as well and time to hunt for a good place for dinner in the evening. After dinner we head back to the boat for a few drinks, before experiencing the legendary nightlife of Marmaris!

After breakfast, we will have some more time to explore the city before making our way to Kadirga bay at around noon. This peaceful and secluded beachfront is a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the harbour. We can take a dip in the refreshing water to energize ourselves after a late night out.

Later, we will continue our journey to Bozukkale, where there is the opportunity to climb up the peninsula’s ancient citadel for some impressive views and to watch the sunset with a glass of wine. We spend the night on board in Bozukkale.

Today is all cruising and swimming in the amazing bays between Bozukkale and Tavsanbuku Adasi (also known as Rabbit Island). Snorkelling, taking a dive or jet-skiing, marvelling at the colour of the crystal sea – today is all about life in the water!

After breakfast near Rabbit Island, we head to our final cruise destination, Datca, getting there around noon. We have lunch soon after docking.
Datca town is not far from Knidos, the famous ruins at the end of the peninsula. We provide an excursion after lunch (mini-bus transfer and entrance all included!) to Knidos so that everyone has the chance to visit this unforgettable site.

Time to say goodbye to your shipmates and head on to the next part of your adventures, which could be a night or two in Bodrum (recommended), a ferry over to the Greek island of Kos, or a transfer (1 hour by shuttle bus) to Bodrum airport for a flight to Istanbul or countless international connections.

Location

Fethiye to Bodrum

The Turkish coastline greets you with unforgettable views, rich history, thrilling action, and spectacular cuisine. 

Fethiye to Bodrum

Reviews

Rachel, Alicante

Each part of this adventure was planned and executed perfectly from arrival through to departure. I will be back!

Cami, London

Finally a new kind of adventure! I loved the combination of nature and culture. Just what we wanted for our annual trip!

FAQs

All Bayou adventures have a maximum group size of 8, which allows for deeper connections and more personalised instruction for your experience level. 

Our retreat welcomes people of all ages, starting from 18 and up. To give you an idea, about 80% of our guests are between 25 and 55 years old. We love witnessing the diversity and unique perspectives and experience that each guests brings to the group. We have created an inclusive environment that ensures that everyone feels valued and empowered, regardless of age.

Absolutely! Everyone is welcome, and lessons are available for beginners too.

Yes! We have options to book a bed in a shared room, and actually we usually have many solo travellers on our retreats

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