7 Nights Fethiye → Göcek Islands Gulet Itinerary
This Fethiye to Göcek Islands route is one of the calmest ways to experience a private gulet charter in Turkey.
Days are built around short cruising legs, protected bays, swim stops, and relaxed evenings on deck.
If you are planning a full week, this itinerary offers a practical rhythm for families, couples, and mixed groups.
For broader planning, see our Turkey gulet charter info page
Practical note: Routes are weather-dependent. The captain may adjust bays and timing for comfort and safety.
Short Cruising Legs
Most passages are kept comfortable, so you spend more time swimming and relaxing.
Protected Göcek Bays
Göcek is known for calm anchorages and easy daily rhythm, ideal for private groups.
Tailor-Made Timing
Stops and sequence can be adjusted to match your group pace and sea conditions.
7 Nights, 8 Days: Fethiye → Göcek Islands (Sample Itinerary)
Below is a sample plan used for a typical private week. Depending on your gulet, embarkation logistics, and weather,
the captain may fine-tune bays or swap day order to keep the week smooth.
Day 1 — Fethiye Boarding + First Night Near Ölüdeniz Area
- Boarding usually starts around 16:00 in Fethiye (timing may vary by yacht).
- Welcome briefing, cabin settling, and route overview with the captain.
- Short cruise toward the Ölüdeniz area when conditions allow.
- Swim stop near calm waters (weather and crowd levels permitting).
- Dinner and overnight near a sheltered anchorage (often around Gemiler / St. Nicholas Island area).
Day 2 — Gemiler Area + Butterfly Valley + Cold Water Bay
- Breakfast onboard with an optional short walk to local ruins in the morning light.
- Continue to Butterfly Valley area for scenery and a swim stop (sea state permitting).
- Afternoon swim and snorkeling at Cold Water Bay.
- Dinner and overnight in a quiet cove.
Day 3 — Sarsala Bay + Bedri Rahmi Bay
- Cruise toward Sarsala Bay for swimming and relaxed deck time.
- Lunch onboard, then an easy transition to another protected anchorage.
- Anchor in Bedri Rahmi Bay, known for its calm water and pine-lined surroundings.
- Optional short hike or shore time depending on your group pace.
- Overnight at anchor.
Day 4 — Hamam Bay (Cleopatra’s Bath) + Tersane Island
- Morning cruise to Hamam Bay, often called Cleopatra’s Bath.
- Swim stop over shallow historical remains (visibility varies by season).
- Continue to Tersane Island for a calm bay and shoreline exploration.
- Dinner and overnight in a quiet anchorage.
Day 5 — Yassıca Islands + Domuz Island
- Cruise through the Yassıca Islands for short swims and easy water time.
- Anchor near Domuz Island for clear water and a peaceful setting.
- Optional water toys / light activities depending on your yacht.
- Relaxed evening onboard and overnight at anchor.
Day 6 — Göcek Bays + Optional Göcek Town Visit
- Bay day: explore sheltered spots such as Boynuzbükü and Göbün (sequence depends on conditions).
- Optional visit to Göcek town for a short walk, shopping, or cafés.
- Return to a nearby bay for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 — Return Toward Fethiye + Final Swim Stop
- Sail back toward Fethiye with a final swim stop (often around Kızıl Island area).
- Sunset onboard and a special final dinner (captain’s dinner timing varies by yacht).
- Overnight near Fethiye harbor or a nearby anchorage depending on logistics.
Day 8 — Disembarkation
- Breakfast onboard.
- Disembarkation is commonly around 10:00 (exact time depends on marina and yacht schedule).
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