This four-day Blue Cruise from Fethiye follows the Mediterranean coast through Butterfly Valley, Oludeniz, St. Nicholas Island, Kas and the Kekova region before ending in Demre. The journey combines swimming stops, coastal villages, archaeological remains and three nights of accommodation aboard a traditional gulet.
During the cruise, you will have time to swim in sheltered bays, relax on deck and explore selected locations along the route. Highlights include the Blue Lagoon, St. Nicholas Island, Kas, the Sunken City of Kekova and Gokkaya Bay.
Accommodation is provided in a private cabin with an ensuite bathroom. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included as stated in the itinerary, while the exact sailing route and swimming stops may change according to weather and sea conditions.
Travellers looking for a longer route that combines sightseeing with time at sea may also explore our [14 Day Turkey Tour with Blue Cruise]. For more coastal experiences, browse our [Blue Cruise and Tours in Turkey].
4-Day Fethiye to Olympos Blue Cruise Tour Itinerary
Tour Program
hide
Day 1: Fethiye to St. Nicholas Island (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
- You will meet the boat crew at Fethiye Harbor at around 10:00 AM. After check-in and a short safety briefing, you will board the traditional gulet and begin sailing along the Mediterranean coast.
- The first stop will be Butterfly Valley, where you can swim, relax on the beach or walk into the valley if local conditions allow.
- Lunch will be served on board before continuing to Oludeniz and the Blue Lagoon, one of the best-known coastal landscapes in the Fethiye region. An optional paragliding experience may be available at an additional cost, subject to weather and availability.
- Later in the afternoon, the gulet will sail towards St. Nicholas Island. You may explore the Byzantine ruins or remain on board and enjoy the views across the coastline.
- Dinner will be served on the gulet.
- Overnight on board near St. Nicholas Island.
Day 2: St. Nicholas Island to Kas (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
- After breakfast, the gulet will continue sailing towards the Kas region.
- A swimming stop will be made at Aquarium Bay or another suitable bay near Kalkan, depending on weather and sea conditions.
- Lunch will be served on board before arriving in Kas, a Mediterranean harbour town known for its narrow streets, small shops and coastal atmosphere.
- You will have free time to explore the town independently before returning to the gulet.
- Dinner will be served on board, and the boat will anchor in a sheltered bay between Kas and Kekova.
- Overnight on board near Kas or Kekova.
Day 3: Kekova, Simena and Gokkaya Bay (Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner)
- After breakfast, you will sail through the Kekova region, known for its clear water, sheltered bays and archaeological remains.
- The gulet will pass the protected Sunken City of Kekova, where sections of ancient buildings can be seen beside and beneath the water. Swimming and landing are not permitted directly within the protected archaeological area.
- You will then continue to Simena, a small coastal village accessible mainly by boat. You may explore the village and visit Simena Castle at your own expense, or relax near the harbour.
- After lunch and further swimming stops, the gulet will continue to Gokkaya Bay.
- Dinner will be served on board.
- Overnight on board in Gokkaya Bay.
Day 4: Gokkaya Bay to Demre and Transfer to Olympos (Breakfast)
- After breakfast, you will have time for a final swim, depending on the sailing schedule and sea conditions.
- The gulet will then continue to the harbour near Demre, where the cruise ends.
- After leaving the boat, you will meet the transfer vehicle and travel to Olympos.
The exact sailing route, swimming stops and arrival time may change according to weather, sea conditions and the captain’s operational decisions.