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FAMILY SAILING HOLIDAY: Explore Turkey's Mediterranean coast aboard a traditional and comfortable gulet on this family tour. Set off from Fethiye to enjoy plenty of swimming and sunbathing, optional kayaking and the chance to swim with rare loggerhead turtles. See Simena Castle, visit Oludeniz and walk through the biodiverse Butterfly Valley. End your week of sailing back in Fethiye.

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Tour Overview

Duration

7 days

Starts

Fethiye

Ends

Fethiye

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

No

Group Size

Min 8 / Max 20

Minimum age

6 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Saturdays

Hotel Rating

Standard Gulet Boat

Countries

Turkey

Arrival Transfer

No

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 6, Lunch: 5, Dinner: 6

Physical Rating

Relaxing
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Per Person From
€1,255.00
€1,004.00
Deposit From
Final payment
€900.00
€1,108.00

Tour Highlights

Fethiye - Start and end your sailing adventure in this charming harbour town
Turkey's Mediterranean Coast - Stop often in hidden bays and at quiet beaches for swimming stops and sunbathing
Kekova - Swim with rare loggerhead turtles and join an optional sea kayaking excursion
Oludeniz - Relax on the beach, explore the Blue Lagoon and opt for a paragliding experience

Included

6 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 6 dinners
6 nights aboard an air-conditioned gulet in a double cabin with ensuite bathroom with shower (equivalent to 3-star hotel)
Services of qualified Gulet crew
Freshly laundered bed linen and bath towel provided on arrival (beach towels are not provided)
Use of equipment on board (paddleboard, flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc)
All charter & berth taxes, harbour & port procedures
Drinking water
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Not Included

International flights & visa
Airport transfers
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (can be purchased from the bar on board)
Optional excursions
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Set Sail From Fethiye

Fethiye - Boncuklu Bay. Welcome to your Turkish family cruise. Check in as at 15:00, where you will meet the rest of the cruise group and your friendly crew. When everyone is checked in, we'll make our way to our gulet and climb aboard, ready to set sail for Boncuklu Bay.

Once we have arrived, you will enjoy plenty of time for swimming and playing games on board, we will also enjoy afternoon tea and a snack before dinner. Enjoy the sunset over the bay, a memorable way to start your family adventure.

Overnight: Boncuklu Bay
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Kas & Kekova

Boncuklu Bay - Kas - Kekova. We'll set sail early this morning, and by the time you wake up, we will be Firnaz Bay, a great place to watch the sunrise over an early breakfast. Enjoy a morning swim in the clear waters of Hidayet Bay or perhaps opt for a scuba diving lesson in the calm waters.

After lunch onboard, we head to Kas. You'll have some time to go ashore and explore the town. Wander down its colourful streets, enjoy a Turkish coffee in a local cafe or find a good spot for an ice cream. Back onboard, we sail to Kocakari Bay, a scenic spot opposite Kekova Island. We'll spend the night moored here.

Overnight: Kekova
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Simena Castle & Gokkaya Bay

Kekova - Gokkaya Bay. If you wish, start your day with an optional family sea kayaking excursion over the sunken city of Kekova, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Kids will love discovering the historic ruins, which are visible below the surface of the water. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing morning onboard the gulet.

Later, we sail to Simena Castle, a coastal fortress offering panoramic views of the area. Take a walk up to the castle to admire the fortifications, and enjoy a homemade ice cream from one of the local vendors. You will also notice a range of stalls selling souvenirs, which you are welcome to browse.

Back on board, we are sailing to Gokkaya Bay for the night.

Overnight: Gokkaya Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Swimming With Turtles

Gokkaya Bay - Aquarium Bay - Inonu Bay - Limanagzi. This part of Turkey's coastline is a hugely important nesting site for critically endangered loggerhead turtles, which nest along the coastline here from May to August. This morning, we hope to see some of the turtles and possibly even join them for a swim - just make sure to maintain a respectful distance to avoid disturbing them.

Memories made, we continue to Aquarium Bay, known for its rich turquoise waters - the perfect place for a swim! We continue to Inonu Bay, where you can snorkel among the rich marine life here. We end our day in Limanagzi, a calm and quiet bay.

Overnight: Limanagzı
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Firnaz Bay

Limanagzi - Hidayet Bay - Firnaz Bay. We set sail for Hidayet Bay, a tranquil spot renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters. Here, you can enjoy a leisurely lunch, with views stretching to the Greek island of Meis. After your meal, take a refreshing swim, explore the bay’s vibrant underwater world with a snorkel, or simply relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

In the afternoon, we journey on to Firnaz Bay, another gem of the Mediterranean coast. Its calm, pristine waters are perfect for swimming and snorkelling. As the day winds down, we anchor here for the night and enjoy a delicious dinner onboard.

Overnight: Firnaz Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Oludeniz & St Nicholas Island

Firnaz Bay - Oludeniz - St Nicholas. This morning we sail to the Butterfly Valley, a paradise for nature and known for its huge diversity of butterfly species. Enjoy a walk in the area before we continue to Oludeniz, home to some of Turkey's best beaches. Enjoy a swim and a sunbathe or opt for a thrilling paragliding experience at Mount Baba Dag. Don't forget your camera!

In the afternoon, we sail to St Nicholas island for the night. There's time if you would like to explore the island's Byzantine ruins or hike to a scenic viewpoint to watch the sunset. Our final night ends with dinner and perhaps a glass of wine overlooking the Mediterranean

Overnight: St. Nicholas Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Fethiye

St Nicholas - Fethiye. Enjoy a final breakfast onboard, and we should also have time for a last swim before we begin to make our way back to Fethiye. We'll stop at one last scenic bay for a swim on our way back, docking at Fethiye Harbour sometime around 14:30 - 15:00. Say goodbye to the crew and your new friends, and make your own way to the airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Gulet Boat

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Gulet
Gulet cruise

Gulets are traditional, all wooden Turkish sailing boats, with a spacious deck that includes a dining area. They vary in size, anywhere from 2 up to 12 cabins, but our Gulet's are usually 6-8 cabins in size. On-board you'll find comfortable cabins all of which offer an en-suite shower and toilet. All meals during your trip are prepared on the boat and enjoyed in stunning surroundings. All boats are equipped with basic fishing lines as well as flippers and snorkels to use in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. The boats will have ample space to relax in or out of the sun as you sail.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 star gulet cruise

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
19 Apr - 25 Apr
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€1,255€1,004
€2,125€1,700
26 Apr - 2 May
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3 May - 9 May
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10 May - 16 May
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17 May - 23 May
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24 May - 30 May
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31 May - 6 Jun
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€2,455€1,964
7 Jun - 13 Jun
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