Fethiye and Kekova Gulet

What's Included

• Transportation by Gulet boat

• 7 nights gulet accommodation in a double cabin

• Services of captain and supporting crew

• Tips except captain and gulet crew

• Entrance fees

• 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 7 Dinners

What's Not Included

• International Flights and Airport transfers

• Accommodation in Fethiye

• Compulsory Travel Insurance

• Suggested optional activities and Tips (Captain and Gulet crew)

• Drinks, snacks and personal expenses

More Info

This 8-day roundtrip Fethiye to Fethiye gulet cruise takes you on a relaxing voyage along Turkey's beautiful Turquoise Coast. Along the way we'll be making stops in secluded coves and islands where you'll have the opportunity to relax, swim, sunbathe, explore or try some snorkelling. We'll overnight in various different bays and particular highlights include the clear waters and sea life of Aquarium Bay, the beautiful bay of Binlik in the Gocek Gulf, and the red hued rocks and colours of Red Island.

Mode of Transport

Gulet cruises and itineraries are subject to alterations while en-route or before departure. These are subject to the final decision of the boat captain and out of our control and may be made at short notice due to weather conditions, the number of other boats in certain bays or other practical reasons. The same overall experience will be maintained.

Accessibility:
The boats we use are not suitable for passengers with special mobility needs. Embarkation gangways do not fit all types of wheelchairs and cabin bathrooms and staircases have restricted space and are generally unsuitable for people with limited mobility. If you have other physical disabilities please contact us with any queries. It is expected that any passengers requiring special attention, assistance or treatment will be travelling with an escort.

Accommodation

Spending a few days on a traditional Turkish gulet (a handmade, motorised wooden yacht) is one of the highlights of exploring Turkey. You can enjoy plenty of swimming and snorkelling and explore loads of natural and historical sites along the way. As you cruise you can sunbathe on the deck, or read a book or play games on the cushioned seating in the shadow of the aft deck.

Most of the gullets we use feature an interior salon/bar area, both indoor and outdoor eating areas, and a fully equipped galley. The most common gulets have 4 to 10 double cabins, which can accommodate 8 to 20 people. All cabins have ensuite toilet & shower facilities. Single or twin bedded cabins are not generally available unless we have an odd number of people travelling so be prepared for a same-sex room share if you are travelling alone. This being said, most people choose to sleep under the beautiful Mediterranean sky on mattresses on the deck, and only use their cabins as a wardrobe.

The gulets we use are motorised pleasure craft with sails, and while they can manoevre under sail, the majority of the time the motor will be used. This is particularly the case during July and August when winds are very low. Strong winds also cause them to bank steeply and so time actually under sail is generaly very limited. These are not sailing vessels where you are expected to help with the rigging or take part in sailing as an activity.

The gulets come with facilities for both outdoor and indoor dining. There are freezers to keep drinks cold, a CD/cassette player (so bring your music!), snorkels and masks, fishing lines and some board games.

You will need to bring your own beach towel, soap, shampoo and other personal items with you. Charging points are available for your electronic devices on deck and in some cabins (you will need to bring an adapter).

Book with Confidence

• Transfer as credit to Future Tours

  Encounters Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform encounters travel, 60 days before departure.

• Low Deposit

  Encounters Travel requires a minimum deposit of 150 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

• Cancellation Policy

  We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of encounters travel charges.

  Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

  At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 35% of booking price.

  At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

  At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

  At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.