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Experience an unforgettable Gulet Cruise

Turkey’s magical Lycian coast on a journey from Demre to Kas and return to Demre via Kekova

Embark on a seven-night adventure aboard a traditional Turkish Gulet, exploring the stunning Kekova region from Demre to Kas and back. Each day features scenic cruising, refreshing swims, and opportunities to discover ancient ruins, including the Sunken City of Kekova. Enjoy delicious meals while bonding with fellow travelers and relaxing in beautiful bays. Experience the region’s rich history, scenic hikes along the Lycian Way, and exciting water sports, all while soaking in the natural beauty of the Lycian coast. This unforgettable journey is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and friends seeking adventure and relaxation.

Discover More with Our New One-Way Routes
Alongside our classic Demre to Demre 7-Night Cruise, SAILNSTAY now offers two exciting new routes that stretch further along Turkiye’s legendary Lycian Coast — perfect for travellers who want to explore more, see more, and never retrace the same path.

– Fethiye → Demre Blue Cruise (6 Nights) – Sail east from Fethiye through Butterfly Valley, the Blue Lagoon of Oludeniz, Kas, and Kekova before finishing in Demre.
– Demre → Fethiye Blue Cruise (6 Nights) – Head west from Demre, visiting Simena Castle, Kas, St. Nicholas Island, and the peaceful coves of the Turquoise Coast.

Each one-way journey reveals new horizons every day — no repeats, no rush — and includes complimentary shuttle transfers for smooth connections to Antalya or Dalaman airports.

Whichever you choose, you’ll experience the same signature SAILNSTAY comfort, friendly crew, and effortless balance of relaxation, discovery, and coastal charm.

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Duration

7 nights on a traditional Turkish Gulet

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Meals

7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners

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Accommodation

Cabin with a private bathroom

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Sail with your Turkish crew for a week

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AC on 12 PM – 5 AM.

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Wi-Fi

24/7 Wi-Fi on board

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SAILNSTAY Fethiye Harbour, Turkey
Simena Castle view from Gulet
Simena Castle, Demre
Sunkencity of Aperlai, Kekova Turkey
Tersane Bay, Demre Turkey
Ucagiz Village, Demre
Kocakari Bay, Lycian Coast, Demre Turkey
Karaloz Bay, Demre Turkey
Aperlai, Turkey
Aquarium bay demre

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Cooking Class

Learn how to make traditional Turkish dishes in a free cooking class! Discover the secrets of making delicious Turkish Manti, Cheese Rolls, and Spoon Salad.

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Learn to Scuba Dive

Would you like to experience scuba diving for free? This offer is open to both beginner and certified divers.

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Included Experiences

  • Sail the scenic Kekova Area
  • Swim and snorkel in the Mediterranean Sea
  • Party at the Smuggler’s Inn
  • Watch the sunset a top Simena Castle
  • Explore the Sunken City of Kekova

Day by day itinerary

Your adventure will start at around 4:30 pm at Demre Harbour, where the crew will help you with your luggage and transfer it to your cabin. We will then begin our journey towards Turtle Beach, where you will have the opportunity to swim and observe 5 out of the 8 types of turtles found in the Mediterranean in their natural habitat.

Next, we will head towards Kekova and stop by Buzaglik Bay for a swim. After that, we’ll cruise to Camlik Bay where we’ll anchor for the night, subject to weather conditions.

Finally, enjoy a delicious dinner onboard while getting to know your fellow travelers and settling in for the night.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Dinner

We’ll begin cruising towards Kekova Island and arrive at Katir Iskelesi in time for lunch and a refreshing swim. It’s then time to discover the Sunken City of Kekova, which was flooded during an earthquake around 2,000 years ago. We continue on to Tersane Bay; to visit a Roman shipyard and a Byzantine church where we’ll moor for the night.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake with the day’s first rays for breakfast at Aquarium Bay and soak up the scenery as we cruise towards Ufakdere Bay, enjoy a tasty lunch here, then cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. Our day ends in Kas Harbour where you’ll spend the night in the harbour of Kas town so that you can enjoy the nightlife.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will set sail to Liman Agzi. There, we will enjoy a delicious lunch and take a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear waters. We will then make a stop at Inonu Bay for more swimming.

If you’re up for it, you can choose to follow the Lycian Way hike that starts from Aparlai Bay. This hike leads to the ancient city of Aperlai, where you will have approximately 30 minutes to explore its famous ruins. Our boat will be waiting for you at Sicak Bay. From there, we will head towards Kocakari Bay for dinner and to stay overnight.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, soak up the sunshine at Zeki Yasemin Koyu while enjoying a delightful swim break and lunch

We’ll cruise towards Ucagiz Village, you can opt to follow the Lycian Way hike starting from Ucagiz Village leading to the ancient city of Teimussa Ancient City and Simena Castle. Experience the spectacular Turkish coastline on foot while walking part of the Lycian Way from Ucagiz 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 and Hamidiye Bay where we’ll spend the night.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of this area during a swim break in Burç Bay, where the water feels cooler due to cold underwater natural springs!

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

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 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!

You can also opt for an exciting evening at “Smugglers Inn,” where small boats will take you to the bar location for a chance to socialize with other travelers.

Accommodation: Turkish Gulet
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast on board before the Gulet Cruise ends with arrival at Demre Harbor at around 9:30 a.m.

Meals included: Breakfast

Our Fleet of Premium Gulets

Our Lycian Coast 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 Lycian Coast.

Hears What Others Had To Say

We’re proud to be rated 4.8★ on Google, 4.7★ on Tripadvisor.

Tripadvisor review

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!

Tripadvisor review

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.

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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.

Book with Confidence: Your Travel is Protected

With the TURSAB Protection Guarantee, we prioritize your peace of mind by protecting your booking and funds. Please choose from our flexible Sailing Fare Types, designed to provide security, adaptability, and worry-free travel planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

We offer two fare options to suit your travel preferences:

  • 💰 Standard Fare (Non-Refundable):
    • Cancellation Policy: No refunds upon cancellation.
    • Date Changes: Allowed up to 20 days before departure, subject to availability and a possible fee.
    • Ideal For: Travelers with fixed plans seeking the best price.
  • ✅ Flexible Fare (Most Popular) – Full Refund Available:
    • Cancellation Policy:
      • Cancel up to 60+ days before departure: 100% refund.
      • Cancel 30-59 days before departure: 75% refund.
      • Cancel 15-29 days before departure: 50% refund.
      • Cancel 7-14 days before departure: 25% refund.
      • Cancel within less than 7 days before departure: No refund.
    • Alternative Option: Cancellations within 15 days are non-refundable, but customers will receive a credit for a future sailing valid for 12 months.
    • Date Changes: Allowed up to 20 days before departure, subject to availability and a possible fee.
    • Ideal For: Travelers desiring flexibility and peace of mind.
  • 🔄 Premium Fare (Fully Flexible) – Cancel Anytime, Free Changes:
    • Cancellation Policy:
      • ✅ Cancel up to 24 hours before departure: 100% refund.
    • Date Changes:
      • 🔁 Unlimited free date changes up to 24 hours before departure.
      • 🚫 No fees for rescheduling.
    • Additional Benefits:
      • 🚀 Priority boarding/check-in (if applicable).
      • 🎁 Complimentary travel credit for future bookings.
    • Ideal For: ✨ Travelers who want the ultimate flexibility and risk-free booking.

Fly into Antalya airport, which is a three-hour transfer, or Dalaman airport, of which the transfer is three and half hours.

From Dalaman or Antalya to Demre by private transfer
You can book a private transfer from Antalya to Demre or Dalaman to Demre.

From Antalya to Demre by public bus
You can take a taxi from Antalya airport for about 5 euros to the bus station (Otogar).
There, find an information table and ask where the buses to Demre are parked. You usually don’t need to buy a ticket at the cashier; the driver will collect the money himself on the bus. The bus from Antalya to Demre costs around 2.5 euros per person. And driving to Demre takes just 3 hours; driving on a bus will take 3.5 – 4 hours due to all the stops it takes.

From Dalaman to Demre by public bus
Dalaman is another city you can fly into if you need to get to Demre. Dalaman airport is relatively small, with only a few daily flights.
You can take a taxi from Dalaman airport for about 3 euros to the Dalaman bus station (Otogar). First, you must get a bus from Dalaman to Fethiye and from Fethiye to Demre via Kas.

Tour starts from:

Demre Harbour, Demre at 04:30 pm

Tour ends in:

Demre Harbour, Demre at 09:30 am

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.

All of our vessels are traditional gulet yachts, which are constructed in Southern Turkey. These two or three-masted sailing vessels have everything you need, including ensuite cabins, a chef’s kitchen, dining areas and mattresses on the deck if you prefer to sleep under the stars.

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.

On all of our gulet cruises, we offer a traditional Turkish breakfast, a vegetarian lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner, which are included in the price.
We offer Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request.
You are welcome to bring extra snacks for the journey. Drinks can only be purchased on board on a tab basis, paid on the day you disembark.

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.

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