Turkey’s Turquoise Coast Hiking and Sailing
Revel in the ocean beauty of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast
Guided
Turkey’s Turquoise Coast Hiking and Sailing Overview
Explore Turkey on a private, guided sailing expedition. Sail around Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, one of the most idyllic locations in the Mediterranean, with impossibly blue waters giving way to a coastline full of ruins and sites thousands of years old. Discover this slice of paradise on the Turkey’s Turquoise Coast tour, which fully immerses you in the ocean culture of this area.
Spend each night sleeping on an anchored sail boat, getting your sea legs under you during the day and being rocked to sleep at night. The glimmering Mediterranean is only ever a jump away, and you’ll fall in love with it through kayaking and snorkelling over sunken cities and archaeological sites. Take to land to hike to old acropolises, tour pleasant fishing villages, and snap photos of ghost towns. For a sun soaked adventure tour that’ll leave you feeling utterly connected to the sea, the Turkey’s Turquoise Coast tour is the one!
Trip highlights
Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters over ancient sunken cities and ruins.
Paddle your kayak through hidden coves, soaking up the warm sun as you float.
Hike to the acropolis of Simena, explore sleepy fishing villages, and spend a night living it up in Kas.
Spend each night snuggled up in an anchored boat, rocking gently to sleep with the motion of the water.
Day By Day Itinerary
Begin your tour of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast with a pick-up and ride to Gocek. You can take a walk of this relaxed little town, take a swim, and appreciate the atmosphere as you settle in. You’ll be sleeping on a boat for the duration of the tour, so an inaugural evening sailing might be in order!
- Overnight Location:
- Anchored boat
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Dinner
Start the day off with a boat cruise to Natik Hamam (the Sunken Bath) cove 5 feet below the ground, where Mark Antony is rumoured to have wooed Cleopatra. From here, take a stroll through the pine forests with views of the shimmering blue Mediterranean peeking through. You’ll visit the site of Lydae, only accessible by foot, before descending back down to the boat for the evening.
- Overnight Location:
- Anchored boat
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Begin the day with a bus ride to the Greek ghost town of Kaya. Kaya was abandoned in the 1930s during the population exchange treaty between Greece and Turkey, and the remaining structures are Greek-style and eerily abandoned.
Once you’re done exploring, you’ll hike back down to the boat in Soguksu Cove. If you’re keen for more, you can hike on Gemiler Island, where you’ll watch the sunset over Byzantine ruins.
- Overnight Location:
- Anchored boat
- Distance:
- 4.5 hours hiking
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, cruise over to Kalkan, where you’ll enjoy a driving tour of some of central Lycia’s highlights, including Patara, the home of the Lycian Parliament House, and Xhanthos, an impressive ancient site.
Wrap up the day in Kas, a charming little down where you might fancy an introduction to the nightlife before bed.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Kas
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Soak up the sun today, snorkelling in the warm sea over the sunken ruins of Aperlai. Out of the water, you’ll cruise through Kekova Sound, where you can peer over the edge of the boat and see 2000 year old ruins under the surface.
You’ll toss the anchor in a quiet cove and fall asleep to the rocking of the boat.
- Overnight Location:
- Anchored boat
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Make the absolute most of your last full day on the Turquoise Coast with a sea kayaking expedition over the sunken ruins of Kekova Island and a visit to the shipyard cove. Paddle at your own pace through the water, letting the sea breeze cool you and the sun kiss your face.
Dried off, you’ll hike up the Citadel of Crusaders on the acropolis of Simena. You won’t believe the sight of the sunset from atop your mighty tower- soak it all in!
- Overnight Location:
- Anchored boat
- Distance:
- 4 hours kayaking
- Meals:
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
You won’t want to leave Turkey’s magical Turquoise Coast, but all good things come to an end. You’ll be taken to the airport to depart after breakfast and check-out.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners are included. Bottled drinking water and select beverages are included with each meal while on the boat.
- Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
- Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport.
- English-speaking local guide
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where applicable
- Select beverages on the boast
- Bus transportation
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Visas if required
- Anything not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Optional activities or excursionss
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 2/5. You should be comfortable swimming and capable of leisurely kayaking and hiking outings. All excursions are suitable for beginners. Those who suffer from seasickness may not be best suited to this tour due to the significant amount of time spent aboard a boat.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners are included. Bottled drinking water and select beverages are included with each meal while on the boat.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover all included activities. Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Dalamn Airport (DLM). You’ll be met by a tour representative and driven to the boat.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Dalaman, where you’ll be driven to the airport to depart.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to Turkey for this tour is between June and mid-September when the weather is at its warmest and best for ocean activities.
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