Combining UNESCO-listed wonders with sun-drenched bays, this five-day/four-night Gulet cruise from Kaş to Demre is the ultimate holiday. Discover the Sunken City of Kekova and swim in idyllic Gökkaya Bay before partying into the early hours of the morning at the famous Smuggler’s Inn.
Set sail west to east on our newest itinerary — the Kaş to Demre via Kekova (4 Nights) cruise.
This journey blends effortless exploration with coastal charm, tracing the turquoise waters past Limanagzi, Simena Castle, and the Sunken City of Kekova, before arriving in Demre, gateway to Antalya and beyond.
Choose the cruise that best fits your travel style:
– Relaxation Cruise Kaş to Demre (4 Nights) — for those who seek balance, comfort, and quiet discovery along the coast.
– Young Professionals Cruise Kaş to Demre (4 Nights) — perfect for travellers who enjoy good company, shared moments, and laid-back adventure.
Both routes offer smooth sailing, local flavours, and the magic of Turkey’s Mediterranean — new destinations, new stories, and the timeless rhythm of life at sea.
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Demre Tour
(Myra, St. Nicholas Church, Lycian Museum)
Kaş to Kekova
Your adventure begins in Kaş Harbour, with your crew assisting as your luggage is transferred to your cabin. Settle in and enjoy the sea breeze onboard as you get to know your fellow travellers.
We will sail to “Liman Ağzı Bay”, enjoy a tasty breakfast here, then cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. You can opt to follow the Lycian Way hike starting from Aperlai Bay leading to the ancient city of Aperlai. Here you will have approximately half an hour to explore its famous ruins. Our boat will be waiting for you at Sıcak Bay. We will head towards Kocakarı Bay for dinner and to stay overnight.
Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Dinner
Kekova: Aquarium Bay, Üçağız, Teimussa, Simena
After breakfast, soak up the sunshine at Aquarium Bay while enjoying a delightful swim break.
We’ll cruise towards Üçağız Village; you can opt to follow the Lycian Way hike starting from Üçağız Village leading to the ancient city of Teimussa and Simena Castle. Experience the spectacular Turkish coastline on foot while walking part of the Lycian Way from Üçağız to the ancient city of Simena Castle. This will give you plenty of time to explore the authentic village, which comprises around 30 houses.
Our Gulet will be waiting for you at Simena Castle where we’ll spend the night.
Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kekova: Burç Bay, Karaloz Bay
Enjoy the peaceful ambience of this area during a swim break in Burç Bay, where the water feels cooler due to cold underwater natural springs! Enjoy a tasty lunch here.
We’ll cruise to Karaloz Bay, then cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters.
Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kekova: Pirates Cave, Gökkaya Bay
Wake up with the day’s first rays and ready yourself for a pleasant breakfast.
Sailing on to “Pirates Cave” where many seals choose to spend winter, and rumour has it that it was used as a hide-out by pirates.
Spend the day enjoying a range of water activities at Gökkaya Bay, such as jet skiing, banana boating, and riding the waterslides!
Then prepare for an adventurous evening at “Smugglers Inn”, with small service boats transporting you to this bar location, where you can mingle with other travellers.
Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Demre
From our mooring point, we’ll sail to Karemlik Bay and enjoy a leisurely breakfast onboard. Your Blue Cruise will come to an end as we arrive in Demre Harbour around 09:30 am.
Meals included: Breakfast
Our Kaş to Demre via Kekova Cruise operates with a selection of magnificent Gulets, each offering a unique experience while maintaining our high standards of service and comfort. The Gulets used for these cruises vary in size and style but are comparable in quality and amenities. Here are some examples of the Gulets we operate:
Please note that the specific Gulet for your cruise may vary based on availability, but rest assured, all our Gulets are chosen to provide you with an unforgettable sailing experience on the Turkish Riviera.
All prices (GBP) are per person based on double or twin share occupancy. What are Cabin arrangements like?
| Passenger 1-3 | Groups of 4 to 8 | Groups of 9 and above 2 FOR 1 deal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discount | 35% | 35% + 5% off | 35% + 10% off |
| 19 Apr – 30 May | |||
| 31 May – 20 Jun | |||
| 21 Jun – 26 Sep | |||
| 27 Sep – 24 Oct |
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For full information on booking, payments, and cancellations, please see our Booking & Cancellation FAQ.
Your place is confirmed once the deposit is paid and you receive your email confirmation.
You may change your travel date for free up to 60 days before departure, and name changes are free up to 7 days before departure.
For full legal details, please visit our Terms & Conditions.
You can view all confirmed departures here: View all Sailing Dates
All cruises include full board, which typically means breakfast, lunch, five o’clock tea, and dinner, as outlined in your itinerary.
Meals may vary slightly on check-in and check-out days based on your cruise time.
Yes! We can cater to most dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and more.
When booking, you can select your dietary preference from the options listed.
If your diet is not listed, simply add a note in the reservation comments box or email us after booking.
Some special diets like gluten-free or vegan may require hard-to-find ingredients in Turkey. In these cases, a small surcharge may apply — we’ll inform you before the trip.
The more detail you give us, the better we can prepare delicious meals for your cruise.
Yes — drinking water is provided during all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
To help reduce plastic waste onboard, we kindly ask guests to bring a reusable water bottle, which can be refilled throughout the day from shared water containers on the gulet.
Bottled water is not served between meals unless otherwise noted.
Couples would get their own cabin. Depending on your group breakdown, solo travellers will share and may be roomed in a twin, double, triple or quad cabin.
If you are a couple, please add a note during booking.
Accommodation in multi-share cabins is included on this trip. Depending on availability, you may upgrade to a private triple/twin/double ensuite cabin.
Yes, you can change your departure date, depending on availability. A small fee will apply and, if the new departure date is more expensive, this difference will also need to be paid. You may also transfer the money you have already paid over to another trip of the same or higher value, provided it is outside of the notification period.
To ensure you have enough room to move around your cabin, we recommend you bring a small to medium-sized suitcase or backpack.
Due to boat licensing laws, you are not able to bring your own alcohol on the vessel. However, well-priced drinks are available for you to purchase on board using a tab system, which needs to be paid the day you check-out.
Unfortunately, you are not allowed to bring your own drinks on board (including water) but you can bring your own snacks, such as peanuts, crisps, biscuits etc.
Bar Payments: Please keep in mind that you will need to have cash available to cover any expenses at the bar during the trip. The bar payments will be settled on the final day of the journey. It is possible that there won’t be any ATMs available at the ports, so it is best to plan accordingly. However, do not worry about withdrawing cash at the outset as there are ATMs in Kas Port town that will become accessible on the second day of the journey.
Some boats have power sockets in the cabins while other vessels only have them only in the salon area. The power sockets can be used when the engine or generator is on.
Beach Towels not provided: Please be advised that we do not provide beach towels on board. We kindly request that you bring your own towels for use at the beach. While bath towels are available, they should not be used for the beach. Please note that shops selling towels are easily found in every town throughout Turkey.
Gulet boats have limited energy resources, which is why it’s recommended to limit the use of air conditioning to 4-6 hours per day. This will help conserve fuel and optimize the efficiency of the boat. It will also extend the lifespan of the generator and support eco-friendly practices by relying on natural ventilation. Running the generator at night can be quite noisy and disruptive to other passengers. Therefore, it’s important to strike a balance between guest comfort and environmental responsibility.
Yes! If you book all 16 spots, the Gulet becomes completely private for your group.
The total boat price is shown in the pricing table under “Private Use – Whole Boat.”
That means:
To make the cruise exclusive, all 16 berths need to be booked.
If you’re a smaller group and want full privacy, you can still book the whole boat at the total private price.
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It was an AMAZING experience, the gulet “Kamala” wag great. The trip showed us beautiful sea and wonderful places. The staff was very professional and very kind, food was delicious. We hope to come back next year!
This was a fantastic experience the places visited were all stunning in there own way. The Crew were fantastic. The food on board delicious. I recommend a visit to Kas and the sunken city. Thank you to all the Crew.
They are very attentive and responsive. Eventhough we’re ended up have to take the trip from Demre to Fethiye, but they give as free bus ticket for the make up!
The boat trip itself also very nice, the food is great, the view is amazingly beautiful. Due to bad weather, the first 2 days we’re circling around Demre. But they give us few little compensation trip which is very nice.
You can book this Gulet cruise online, pay a deposit to guarantee your spot, and receive an instant booking confirmation; check Available Dates.