What are the most popular stops on sailing tours starting from Fethiye?

From Fethiye, you'll sail to some really special spots along the coast. Most tours take you to Butterfly Valley, where you can spot 136 different kinds of butterflies, and to the Blue Lagoon at Oludeniz Beach - it's the one you see in all the Turkish tourism photos. You'll also stop at St. Nicholas Island to explore Byzantine ruins and catch amazing sunsets. The small fishing town of Kas is another highlight, along with the fascinating Sunken City of Kekova and Simena Castle with its sweeping views. As one TourRadar traveler put it, "The Turkish coastline offers spectacular views with a perfect mix of history, exploring, adventure, relaxation and parties."

What's the best time of year for sailing tours starting from Fethiye?

The sweet spot for sailing is May through October. July and August are peak season with reliable sunny weather around 86°F (30°C). If you want fewer crowds, try May or June when temperatures hover around 77°F (25°C). September and October are also great - the weather's still nice at 75°F (24°C) and the sea is warm from the summer sun. Most boat tours run regularly during these months. Many travelers like staying at Marina Vista Fethiye or Yacht Classic Hotel the night before their trip.

What types of boats are used for sailing tours starting from Fethiye?

Your home on the water will be a Turkish gulet - a traditional wooden boat made for Mediterranean cruising. These boats usually have 6-10 cabins with their own bathrooms, plus plenty of deck space for sunbathing and areas to eat both inside and outside. One TourRadar traveler mentioned, "The yacht was wonderful, offering comfortable accommodations while sailing through crystal clear waters." Companies like Farout Turkey and Travel Talk outfit their gulets with air conditioning (usually running 6 hours per day), snorkeling gear, and paddle boards.

What are the common starting points within Fethiye for sailing tours?

Most tours leave from one of three spots: Fethiye Marina by Ece Saray Marina Hotel, Fethiye Port next to Marina Boutique Hotel, or Yes Marina near Marina Vista Hotel. Your boat usually sets sail between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. One TourRadar traveler shared, "The crew at Fethiye harbor was very helpful in directing us to the right spot and getting us settled on board."

What optional activities are available during sailing tours starting from Fethiye?

You can try paragliding over Oludeniz's Blue Lagoon for 160 USD, go scuba diving in the clear waters near Kas, or take guided walks through ancient sites like Myra (entry costs 13 USD). Some travelers head to Saklikent National Park or try out traditional Turkish baths in the port towns. A TourRadar traveler noted, "The extra activities were great to see various sunset points and visit small towns for some time on land."

What's the typical length of sailing tours starting from Fethiye?

Most trips run between 4 and 8 days, but 7-day tours like the Turquoise Delight are the most popular. A week gives you enough time to really enjoy places like Butterfly Valley, St. Nicholas Island, and Kekova's Sunken City. One TourRadar traveler said, "Had an epic week sailing the turquoise coast with crystal clear waters and breathtaking destinations. Each meal was delicious and the weather was incredible."

What is the typical sailing travel time between Fethiye and the next cities/destinations?

From Fethiye, it takes 2-3 hours to reach Butterfly Valley or Oludeniz, 4-5 hours to St. Nicholas Island, 6-7 hours to Kas, and 8-9 hours to get to Kekova. One TourRadar traveler notes: "The pace of travel was perfect, with enough time to enjoy each location." You'll make plenty of swimming stops along the way, like at Samanlik Bay (45 minutes from Fethiye) and Aga Limani Bay (2 hours from Fethiye), so you're not just sailing all day.

10 Best Sailing Tours & Trips from Fethiye

10 best Sailing tour packages from Fethiye

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Fethiye to Olympos Sailing Adventure - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Oludeniz, St. Nicholas Island, Patara, Kas, Kekova,Demre,Simena,Olympus+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18-44
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
15% Off
From $835
US$710per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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7 Days Fethiye - Kekova - Fethiye Gulet Cruise
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Kas, Kekova, Demre
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English
Operator
Turkey Escapades
15% Off
From
US$990per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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4 Days - Blue Escape from Fethiye to Gocek
4.3 (4 traveler reviews)
"The cabin was very clean, spacious with private bathroom. The food, of the food was so amazing, fresh, full of flavour and authentic Turkish taste."
Hira, traveled in July
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gocek
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English
Operator
Tour Altinkum Travel
15% Off
From
US$880per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Fethiye and Kekova Gulet
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Cruising around the beautiful turquoise coast. Swimming in beautiful spots with occasional trip to shore."
Mark, traveled in August
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Tersane Island, Gocek, Yassica Adalari
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Encounters Travel
15% Off
From
US$875per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Turquoise Blue - Fethiye/Kekova/Fethiye
4.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"The boat wat trip was excellent but I ws seriously overcharged by Fez (by about £100 )."
John, traveled in October
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Oludeniz, Kas, Simena, Kaleucagiz, Kekova, Tersane,Kalkan+1 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Fez Travel
15% Off
From
US$865per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
4 Days Fethiye to Olympos
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gemile Island, Kas, Kekova, Olympus
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English
Operator
Turkey Escapades
15% Off
From
US$520per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Fethiye to Marmaris (3 Nights Mini Blue Cruise)
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gocek, Yassica Adalari, Marmaris
Age Range
Ages 11+
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Barbaros Yachting
15% Off
From
US$645per person
+$35 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Fethiye Marmaris Fethiye Sailing Tour
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gocek, Ekincik, Marmaris
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
V-Go Yachting
15% Off
From
US$809per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Fethiye to Olympos Express - 4 days
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Oludeniz, St. Nicholas Island, Patara, Kas, Kekova,Demre,Simena,Olympus+3 more
Age Range
Ages 30+
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
15% Off
From $835
US$710per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Fethiye Cruise, Cappadocia & Istanbul - 9 days
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Turunc, Tersane Island, Gocek, Pamukkale, Konya,Cappadocia,Ankara,Istanbul+3 more
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Cappadocia
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
30% Off
From $2,810
US$1,967per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Sailing
Sail Turkey: Fethiye to Bodrum - (Turkish Gulet)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gocek, Ekincik, Dalyan, Marmaris, Datca, Bodrum
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
30% Off
From
US$3,725per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Blue Escape in Turkey: 8 Days Sailing Tour from Fethiye
2.0 (2 traveler reviews)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gocek
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Tour Altinkum Travel
30% Off
From
US$1,114per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Turkey: Sail & Swim
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Marmaris, Gocek
Age Range
Ages 18-32
Country Region
Western TurkeyAegean+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Topdeck
30% Off
From
US$1,269per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sailing
Sail Turkey: Fethiye Kekova Fethiye Mix Age Gulet Cruise
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Oludeniz, Gemile Island, Kalkan, Kas, Kekova, Demre
Age Range
Ages 6+
Country Region
Turquoise Coast
Operated in
English
Operator
Farout Turkey
30% Off
From
US$1,126per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Sail Turkey: Fethiye to Olympos Mix Age Gulet Cruise
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Fethiye, Gemile Island, Oludeniz, Kalkan, Kas, Kekova, Demre
Age Range
Ages 6+
Country Region
Turquoise Coast
Operated in
English
Operator
Farout Turkey
30% Off
From
US$586per person
Price based on Shared Room
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