During the summer season, from June to September, our base will be the Aegean Sea, where the countless transparent water coves will be the best scenario for your holidays. Everyone will find here an option to your liking: From sailing through the calm Mediterranean waters, life in paradisiacal anchorages where you can enjoy nature and water activities, to the animation of its bustling ports brimming with activity and nightlife.

The Aegean and Mediterranean coast of Turkey -between Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye and Antalya-, often called the Turquoise Coast or the Turkish Riviera, is one of the best destinations for sailing vacations aboard a yacht.

The white beaches of Fethiye, the tiny hidden coves of Bodrum, or the clear waters of Marmaris, are just some of the countless landscapes to be discovered in the archipelago.

The combination of all these beauties, along with a nice pleasant cruise aboard a traditional Turkish boat will make your dream of a perfect vacation come true.

Other destinations are also possible in the Mediterranean; We will consider your suggestions and proposals.

Start of the cruise: Saturdays. Guaranteed departures

Day 1: Bodrum
Arrival to the Gulet boat and welcome cocktail. Night at the port of Bodrum, a city that housed one of the wonders of the ancient world, the tomb of King Mausolus. The city has its charm in the old buildings, its promenade and its people, it is the starting point of some of the best cruises in the Mediterranean. This has led to a true profusion of boutiques, restaurants and nightclubs of rigor in that environment. Dinner and accommodation on board

Day 2: Bodrum – Cökertme
Full board on board. We will set sail early in the morning. Arrival to Cokertme and free time to enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters or sunbathing. Night on board

Day 3: Cökertme – Sögüt
Full board on board. After breakfast we will sail towards Sogut, a small village near Marmaris. (optional: Possibility of a visit to the city of Marmaris, it is recommended to walk through its old quarter and make purchases in the Grand Bazaar) or free time to enjoy a nice swim in the sea or sunbathing. We will sail to Sogut. Night on board

Day 4: Sögüt – Cleopatra Island
Full board on board. Departure to the island of Sedir in the Gulf of Gokova, ancient Cedrai, which boasts one of the most beautiful beaches of fine white sand and splendid views of the mountain range of Kiran. Island also known as the island of Cleopatra, which according to legend, it was Marco Antonio who transported sand from this beach to North Africa. We will set sail for English Harbor. Possibility to enjoy the crystal clear waters and perform various water activities or simply sunbathing. Night on board

Day 5: Ballisu – Longoz
Full board on board. We will continue towards Longoz and Ballisu. Free time to enjoy a nice swim in the sea or sunbathing. Night on board

Day 6: Longoz – Island of Orak
Full board on board. We will sail towards the island of Orak, which has a beautiful beach, surrounded by a lush landscape. Free time to enjoy a swim in the crystal clear waters or sunbathe on the beach. Night on board

Day 7: Island of Orak – Karada – Bodrum
Full board on board. After breakfast we will head to Karaada or Isla Negra where you can swim in a cave where there is a water source, free time to swim or sunbathe, sailing to Bodrum, overnight on the port of Bodrum.

Day 8: Bodrum
Breakfast and disembarkation.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
These sailboats can not be compared in size or comfort with cruise ships, although they offer a simple and appropriate comfort for a clientele not too demanding and that assumes the degree of comfort and comfort offered by this type of boats (approximate size. 17-25 m.)
These boats are motorized sailboats although they never use sails to navigate, with a capacity of 4/7 double cabins with a large bed and with sinks. Services are common with indoor lounge, deck table, bar, hot water, motorboat, stereo, and scuba diving
The crew consists of a captain, a cook and a sailor who will speak at least the English language
It is convenient that the suitcases that are carried to the boat are soft, or travel bag type
The shipping company reserves the right to: modify the course of the Cruise and even to immobilize the ship in port if the weather conditions so require, always at the discretion of the Commander, the highest authority on board. As it also reserves the right to change the type of ship assigned by another, whether or not owned by the shipping company
There is no Spanish speaking guide on the Goleta boat.

It includes:
7 nights cruise / sailboat Marmaris-Göcek-Marmaris. 6 days full board plus breakfast on board the ship.

Does not Include:
Drinks, personal expenses, tips, services, not specified or VAT.

Take a “Blue Cruise” or “Blue Voyage” and enjoy a unique experience in a region that has a lot to offer: the sun, blue skies, good winds to navigate, perfect anchorages, magnificent natural landscapes, historical sites, delicious cuisine and a hospitable and friendly people.

Standard Excursion

7 Nights / 8 days

DAY 1

Marmaris

Arrival in Marmaris. Nestled in a bay, flanked by mountains carpeted with pine trees, Marmaris is one of the most attractive marine parks, ideal for water sports. Night in Marmaris. (C)

DAY 2

Marmaris- Ekıncık- Kaunos

During breakfast we went to Ekincik, a delicious yacht mooring. Then we continue sailing on the Dalyan river. At the top of the gorge, in a meander of the river above the ancient port city of Kaunos, magnificent tombs were dug into the rock. On the other hand, the beach of Kaunos is a zone of conservation of the nature and a refuge for the famous marine turtles Caretta-Caretta and the blue crabs. (D, A, C)

DAY 3

Kaunos-Göcek

After breakfast we left in the direction of Göcek. The Gulf of Göcek and its delicious marina is one of the best enclaves in the Mediterranean. On the opposite side, on the Island of Tersane, are Byzantine ruins and ancient shipyards. (D, A, C)

DAY 4

Göcek- Dead Mart (Ölü Denız)

After breakfast, departure to Gemiler Island (Island of San Nicolás). This abandoned island not only has ancient ruins but also a magnificent view. In the afternoon we continue towards the Ölü Deniz, where the calm and crystal clear water is ideal for swimming and other water sports. Ölü Deniz (also a small village) is one of the best places in the world to do absolutely nothing, except soak in the sun in a stunning natural environment. (D, A, C)

DAY 5

Ölü Denız- Fethıye

Fethiye boasts of having an important marina at the beginning of a beautiful bay covered with islands. Dominating the harbor there is a hill topped by the ruins of the crusader fortress. (D, A, C)

DAY 6

Fethiye-Batık Hamam

In the afternoon departure to Batik Hamam, which for many is usually the best part of this trip, for the incredible wonders of its surroundings and nature. (D, A, C)

DAY 7

Batık Hamam- Turunc- Marmarıs

In Turunc the landscape unfolds in spectacular blue waters, behind the natural harbor. The town itself is small and stretches around the bay. (D, A, C)

DAY 8

Marmaris

Breakfast and transfer to the airport to take the return flight. (D)

Regular departures: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (subject to availability)

It includes:
Transfers in-out in Marmaris.
First class yacht accommodation
Full board during the cruise (drinks not included)

Notes:
During the trip on the yacht you will not have a guide.
People of various nationalities will travel on the yacht.
The services given to the clients will be in English.
During the trip on the yacht the tickets to museums are not included
4-day program pays 75% (except in the month of August)

Technical characteristics of First Category yachts:

From 20 to 24 meters length, 18 meters of mast height, speed to eight knots, 1 generator.

General equipment:

Radar, mobile phone, 4 boats, television, refrigerator.
Lodging: From six to eight cabins for between 12 and 18 people; each cabin with private bathroom and piped music.

Day 1: Marmaris
Arrival to the Gulet boat and welcome cocktail. Night in the port of Marmaris, located between two bays and attached to an old castle, is the starting point of some of the best cruises in the Mediterranean, and the favorite meeting point of international recreational sailing teams. This has led to a true profusion of boutiques, restaurants and nightclubs of rigor in that environment. Dinner and accommodation on board.

Day 2: Marmaris-Ekincik-Kaunos-Dalyan
Full board. We will sail in the morning towards Dalyan. Admire the wonderful landscape of the Turquoise Coast en route. Arrival at one of the natural areas of the country declared a UNESCO protected area: the beach of Iztuzu with 5 km of virgin land, with the Mediterranean on one side and a freshwater lagoon on the other. We will see the site of the ancient city of Kaunos. Possibility of sunbathing, swimming or diving in its crystal clear waters. We will continue to Ekincik where we will spend the night.

Day 3: Gulf of Fethiye
Full board. We will sail through the numerous and spectacular bays of the Gulf of Fethiye. Possibility of swimming and sunbathing. Night on board

Day 4: Göcek
Full board. We will skirt the islands of the Gulf of Fethiye (Batik Hamam, Sarsala, Yassica Adalar). We will spend the night in Göcek, one of the main places to stop for navigation in the Mediterranean.

Day 5: Island of Tersane
Full board. Arrival at the island of Tersane, strewn with Byzantine remains dating from the seventh to the ninth centuries. Overnight in Agalimani.

Day 6: Kadirga-Kumlubük
Full board. We will sail to the bays of Kadirga and Kumlubük to swim, and sunbathe. Night on board.

Day 7: Turunc-Marmaris
Full board. Arrival to the Turunc Gulf and in the afternoon departure to Marmaris. We will spend the night in Marmaris.

Day 8: Marmaris
Breakfast and disembarkation.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

These sailboats can not be compared in size or comfort with cruise ships, although they offer a simple and appropriate comfort for a clientele not too demanding and that assumes the degree of comfort and comfort offered by this type of boats (approximate size. 17-25 m.)
These boats are motorized sailboats although they never use sails to navigate, with a capacity of 4/7 double cabins with a large bed and with sinks. Services are common with indoor lounge, deck table, bar, hot water, motorboat, stereo, and scuba diving
The crew consists of a captain, a cook and a sailor who will speak at least the English language
It is convenient that the suitcases that are carried to the boat are soft, or travel bag type
The shipping company reserves the right to: modify the course of the Cruise and even to immobilize the ship in port if the weather conditions so require, always at the discretion of the Commander, the highest authority on board. As it also reserves the right to change the type of ship assigned by another, whether or not owned by the shipping company
There is no Spanish speaking guide on the Goleta boat.

It includes:
7 nights cruise / sailboat Marmaris-Göcek-Marmaris.
6 days full board plus breakfast on board the ship.

Does not Include:
Drinks, personal expenses, tips, services, not specified or VAT.

The main sites for diving in Turkey are mainly in the provinces of Antalya, Balıkesir, Muğla, Çanakkale and Mersin.

Due to the richness of its seabed, scuba diving is regulated by law in Turkey and you have to ask for special permits to practice it, so if you are interested we ask you to contact us in advance.

Blue getaway: (Fethiye-Marmaris / 4 DAYS and 3 nights)

DAY 1

Fethiye and the chain of Yassıca Islands

All passengers must report to our offices in front of the marina around 09:30 in the morning. After settling on board we will have a nice breakfast and we will prepare to sail. After completing the port formalities, we will begin our journey towards the Yassıca chain of islands, a navigation that will last between an hour and an hour and a half. After arriving at this magnificent work of nature we will have lunch and a break for the bathroom. We will have dinner and spend the night in a nearby bay called Bedri Rahmi. This Bay owes its name to the artist Bedri Rahmi Eyüpoğlu, who during a blue cruise made drawings of fish on the rocks, still appreciable today. There you can also visit ancient tombs and various archaeological remains. We will have the possibility to drop anchor in small bays around. [/ Tg_program]

DAY 2

Göcek Bay – Cleopatra Bay – Ağa Bay

After a delicious breakfast, we will resume our journey along the coast, arriving just in time for lunch at Cleopatra Bay, named after the legendary pharaoh and queen of Egypt Cleopatra l, came here and made her her Private bathroom for a certain time. In these crystal clear waters if you look carefully at the sea you can see the ruins of a Hamam or Turkish bath. After lunch, we will sail for 45 minutes to the bay of Ağa. There we can go ashore and walk the place, where the ruins of an ancient Roman theater persist. Dinner will be on the boat and we will spend the night anchored in this bay. The routes we offer can be modified, because the sailboats depend on the weather conditions for navigation.

DAY 3

Bays of Göcek- Ekincik and Dalyan

This day is dedicated to navigate once again through the Bays of Göcek, discovering new places, since Göcek has approximately 200 bays and bays. Early in the morning, before waking anyone on board, we will head to Ekincik Bay. After this trip we will have breakfast and then we will head to Dalyan. Dalyan is famous internationally for its mud baths (İztuzu Beach), for its caretta turtles, and its blue crabs. Thus, passengers will have free time in Dalyan to visit the ancient city of Kaunos, located between cane fields and generally explore the island. Passengers must be back on the schooner around 5:00 PM, for dinner. You can spend the night here or in the bay of Kadirga, according to the selection of passengers.

DAY 4

Beautiful Marmaris

We will unfold the candles after breakfast, between nine and ten in the morning, to return to the Marina of Marmaris. It is time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers, the crew and the schooner in which they shared beautiful experiences during their magnificent cruise. We wish you an excellent vacation and we hope to see you on a new cruise offered by TOURQUIA.

Our prices include
Our rates are per person, full board and full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with an afternoon tea), use of equipment on board, crew services, boat insurance, boat laundry, port taxes and mooring costs.

Our prices do not include
Soft drinks, bottled water and alcoholic beverages: these can be found in the on-board bar. Excursions on land.
Transfers to and from the airport.

General notes

Departures: Every Saturday and Sunday.

Our company has modern traditional Turkish wooden schooners, equipped for navigation in the Mediterranean Sea, between 16 and 36 m. of length, with a spacious deck and equipped with cabins for between 4 and 30 people, with shower and toilet. In addition, they have hot and cold running water throughout the sailboat, as well as an indoor lounge, music system, refrigerator, VHF radio, 220-watt generator, a motorized boat, and a minimum of three crew members.

Crew
The crew consists of three people, the captain, the cook and the sailor. They are at your service 24 hours a day to make your cruise vacation an excellent and enjoyable experience. The crew has all the papers in order and the authorizations of the transport ministry and the General Maritime Directorate of the Republic of Turkey.

A deposit or advance of 30% of the total payment must be made at the time of signing the agreement to carry out the cruise on a Turkish schooner. The rest of the payment can be made upon arrival at the port, before boarding. All reservations must be made by contacting the commercial offices of TOURQUIA by fax or email.

The Goleta boats are wooden sailboats with between 4 and 6 cabins, they are very comfortable and are rented at very affordable prices for a week. The on-board crew ensures that the traveler fully enjoys their vacations while sailing along the coast, enjoying the turquoise sea and the incredible scenery.

THE SHIPS
The cruises are made in “gulet”, modern motor boats type “schooner”, it is called like this to the boats of very specific characteristics located in the Turkish Coast. The tradition of construction in wood and with two sailing masts since the time of the navigators of the Renaissance is maintained. They are boats of great beauty. The dimensions vary, between 16 to 25 meters in length and between 4.5 to 6 meters in width. They are capable of accommodating between 8 and 24 passengers (4 to 12 cabins). It is ideal for groups of friends and families who want to enjoy the sea and the pleasure of sailing. The crew of the ship takes care of everything and you just have to think about enjoying the sea, the landscapes and the rich culture of the coastal towns. The navigation is adjusted to the pre-established itinerary and the route starts at the beginning of the day. In the afternoon you will go to an inlet or port to spend the night.

BOAT EQUIPMENT
The boat is equipped with a caterpillar motor of 240 hp / 12 knots, radio cassette, VHF radio telephone, hot water, fully equipped kitchen, 12 or 24 volt current, coolers, swim ladder, that / outdoor dining area, fishing equipment , water tanks and snorkelling equipment.

THE CABINS
They are of simple comfort and reduced dimensions, with two bunk beds superimposed, or a double bed and a W.C. and private shower. The towels have to be carried by the client.

MEALS
They are served on board: breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menus are made by the on-board chef based on local products. The water is included. The rest of the drinks are not included and can not be brought from outside the boat, but dentron must be purchased. Meals are taken on deck in the back of the boat.

CREW
On all ships it is composed of captain, cook and sailor. The language they speak is Turkish and English. The crew cabins are separated from those of the passage.

THE TOURS
The stages of the chosen itinerary can be altered if the captain or the shipping company deems it necessary due to weather or force majeure and can substitute a similar ship without prior notice. The client expressly accepts the authority of the ship’s captain and expressly waives any subsequent claim.

LUGGAGE
Suitcases are not allowed, only soft bags and these are not bulky. It is important to bring light and sporty clothes, anti-mosquito, sunscreen, caps, glasses, beach shoes and snorkel tube.

IMPORTANT NOTES
These sailboats can not be compared in size or comfort with cruise ships, although they offer a simple and appropriate comfort for a clientele not too demanding and that assumes the degree of comfort and comfort offered by this type of boats (approximate size. 17-25 m.)
These boats are motorized sailboats although they never use sails to navigate, with a capacity of 4/7 double cabins with a large bed and with sinks. The services are common
With indoor lounge, deck table, bar, hot water, motorboat, stereo, and scuba diving
It is convenient that the suitcases that are carried to the boat are soft, or travel bag type
The shipping company reserves the right to: modify the course of the Cruise and even to immobilize the ship in port if the weather conditions so require, always at the discretion of the Commander, the highest authority on board. As it also reserves the right to change the type of ship assigned by another, whether or not owned by the shipping company
There is no Spanish-speaking guide on the Goleta boat