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Day 1 Gocek
Set at the head of the Gulf of Fethiye amidst beautiful pine-clad mountains and only 30 minutes from the international airport at Dalaman, Gocek must be one of the Mediterranean's best situated embarkation/disembarkation ports. Originally a small fishing village, it has grown into a sophisticated centre for yachting and combines a wonderful traditonal ambience with a modern marina, excellent restaurants and bars and good shopping.
Day 2 Coldwater Bay
Before arriving at Coldwater Bay, we anchor for lunch off Gemiler Island, where there are the ruins of what must have been a sizeable Byzantine community. An exploration of the island is well worth the effort and the ruins include those of several churches, a covered walkway and many houses, shops, water cisterns etc. A short sail then takes us to Coldwater Bay. So-named because of the cold fresh water springs entering the sea here. You will also find there a delightful rustic restaurant ashore and the opportunity to take a very enjoyable hike (45 mins) to the old Greek village of Kaya, deserted since the 1920's when the population exchange took place.
Day 3 Kas (Ancient Antiphellos)
Greek until 1922, Kas was resettled by Turks from Anatolia. Its harbour is always bustling and scuba diving can be organised here. There is a beautiful Hellenistic amphitheatre just outside the town in a spectacular setting and Lycian rock tombs are carved into the surrounding mountainside, impressively lit at night. There is an abundance of night-life in Kas with plenty of restaurants and bars.
Day 4 Kekova
A beautiful area protected from the sea by Kekova Island and abundant in the ruins of a Lycian civilisation, some of which are now under water as the result of a devastating earthquake. The battlements of a magnificent Crusader fortress stand dramatically over the village and the views from the castle is magnificent. Within the castle there is a small theatre and the surounding slopes are dotted with sarcophagi. A true perspective of the sunken city can be perceived from this perfect vantage point.
Day 5 Gokkaya
A magnificently remote anchorage amongst a multitude of islands and inlets with a variety of ancient ruins and a small restaurant ahsore. A perfect setting for watersports of all kinds.
Day 6 Kastellorizon
This delightful Greek Island a short distance from the Turkish coast is an absolute 'must' to visit. After lunching and spending the afternoon in the gorgeous anchorage with gin-clear water, we moor stern-to the quay in the typically Greek village, where one can visit the local museum and dine at the various waterside restaurants. A walk up the path to the top of the precipitous mountain behind the village rewards one with spectacular vistas of the surrounding islands and the Turkish mainland. Before leaving the island, we sail down its eastern coast and visit the beautiful Blu Grotto (said to be better than the one on Capri), which we enter by dinghy, leaving the yacht outside.
Day 7 Kalkan (for Xanthos and Patara)
Another village along this coast affected by the population exchange of 1922, Kalkan nestles in the crease of ahill at the foot of which is the attractive harbour. It is a scub diving centre and the ideal port from which to visit the ancient cities of Xanthos and Patara. Flowers spill from the balconies in Kalkan and there are numerous restaurants and bars to choose from.
Day 8 Ekincik (For Caunus and Dalyan)
A stunning bay overlooked by an excellent restaurant providing superb meals in a memorable setting. From here a local boat and guide can be hired in order to travel up the Dalyan delta (where the 'African Queen' was filmed) and visit the ancient city of the river trip one should catch sight of some of the many turtles, herons and kingfishers that abound in this area.
Day 9 Swallow Island
A beautiful, usually deserted anchorage, great for watersports and providing some rewarding walking in wonderful surroundings. A longish hike takes one through the pine forests to the ruins of an ancient settlement, or a short walk brings one to a small farming community who also weave traditional carpets.
Day 10 Karacaoren
A delightful reef-fringed bay with an off-lying island on which include a church and several crypts, one of which contains a remarkably well-presereved fresco of St. Christopher. The crystal clear waters and islets provide excellent snorkelling and spear-fishing and there is a very popular restaurant ashore.
Day 11 Sarsala
A large, picturesque bay surrounded by pine forests, in which lies the remains of a wreck of an old trading vessel. An excellent spot for all watersports from water-skiing to windsurfing. Ashore, there is a good hike up through the pine forests to a lake and an old village in the mountains.
Day 12 Fethiye (Ancient Telmessus)
This used to be the principal port of Lycia and today is a resort and working town overlooked by some very large rock tombs and the ruins of a medieval fort. A large amphitheatre is being unearthed close to the town quay area and other ancient sites can be visited from Fethiye by road. The town has excellent shopping and a large selection of restaurants, bars and clubs and from here scuba diving, para-sailing, white-water rafting, microlight flying and para-gliding can be organised. The tandem para-gliding takes place with qualified pilot from the summit of Baba Dag (just under 7.000ft), landing on the famous beach of Olu Deniz. The experience is unforgettable and very popular! At Fethiye, a group can split up, taking part in these various activities and meeting up on the yacht afterwards. In these situations, we normally pick up divers at their last dive site.
Day 13 Deep Bay
A wonderfully enclosed bay in a glorious setting and absolutely ideal for watersports. Good walking a dinghy ride away and a remarkable rustic restaurant ahsore. Over the years this bay has become a favourite with many of our guests.
Day 14 Disembarkation in Gocek.
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