1. SAILING THE GULF OF FETHIYE AND THE DALYAN ESTUARY, GOCEK TO GOCEK
The broad Gulf of Fethiye is undoubtedly the most beautiful large inlet of water on the whole Turkish coast. Perfect for a relaxing holiday with some sailing and interesting land excursions. Many pine-fringed small bays with distant white-topped mountains and calm protected blue seas. Visit the mysterious island of St. Nicholas (4th Cent. AD), the saint who was the model for Father Christmas, the spectacular Roman tombs at Lydae and, optionally, the beautiful Dalyan River. Sample the crabs and fish and explore the ancient city of Caunus with Greek stoa by the harbour, Roman theatre, baths and a fine Early Christian church. No built-up areas on this route.
| Day 1 | Afternoon embark 'Odysseus'. Overnight Göcek. |
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| Day 2 | Sail to Lydae. Explore the Roman tombs. Overnight Lydae. |
| Day 3 | Cruise westward past the Dalyan River delta. Overnight Eckincik. |
| Day 4 | Optional whole-day excursion on a river boat up Dalyan River. Overnight Eckincik. |
| Day 5 | Cruise eastwards passing famous Turtle beach to quiet cove for swimming/kayaking. Overnight Monastir Bay. |
| Day 6 | Sail across the bay towards 'Father Mountain' to explore St. Nicholas's Island. Overnight St. Nicholas's Island. |
| Day 7 | More swimming and sailing to Turunc. Overnight near Göcek. |
| Day 8 | Morning disembark 'Odysseus'. |
Optional Excursions:
Full day river boat trip up the Dalyan River to visit Caunus.Site notes available