Popular Cruise Route In The Steps Of St. Paul from Marmaris to Fethiye and Back
Welcome to popular cruise route in the steps of St. Paul from Marmaris to Fethiye and back! Our journey will take us along the stunning coastline of southwestern Turkey, often referred to as the Golden Coast of Turkey, where you’ll be able to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes, crystal-clear waters, and charming coastal towns such as the ecological town of Dalyan, the Turtle beach, Gocek bays and islands, the seven islands of Fethiye bays, Tersane island with the remains of a Roman and Greek shipyard. We’ve put together an itinerary that we think you’ll love, so sit back, relax, and let us take care of everything.
In The Route Of St. Paul Itinerary
1st Day: Marmaris
Once you arrive, take some time to unwind and explore the beautiful city of Marmaris. There are plenty of exciting places to visit, such as the shopping quarter in the heart of Marmaris center, Marmaris Castle, and the lively Bar Street. Your gulet experience will begin with a delicious evening meal and a comfortable overnight stay on board.
2nd Day: Ekincik and Dalyan
Following breakfast, one of our friendly company representatives will visit the gulet to provide you with all the information you need about the vessel and the itinerary. They will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have and take bookings for any optional trips you may be interested in. This tour is said to have anti-aging benefits, so why not give it a try and see for yourself? After that, the gulet will set sail for the beautiful Ekincik Bay, where a delicious lunch will be served.
You will have the opportunity to join the optional Dalyan tour, which includes a viewing of the Carian rock tombs, a mud bath, and some time on the famous Turtle Beach Iztuzu. Iztuzu beach is known as Turtle Beach because Caretta Caretta sea turtles choose Iztuzu as their nesting site. You will have the opportunity to explore the beach and witness this incredible natural phenomenon. After the tour, we will return to the gulet for dinner and an overnight stay in the beautiful Ekincik Bay.
Generally the gulet is docked in a close vicinity of the Turtle beach. The optional tour day is filled with activities including a river boat ride, mud baths where the anti-aging mud is applied by yourselves and the Turtle beach visit. If you wish you can plan your own travel or stay and relax on board by spending some time on the sundeck suntanning or swimming. The gulet is always your home base and you are welcome to stay on board to lie down on the soft cushions on the deck or sleep in your cabin or enjoy a drink on board. Remember the rhythm of the blue cruise is relaxing and enjoyable.
3rd Day: Aga Bay, Sunken Bath and Red Island
The captain will sail past Cape Disibilmez early in the morning, taking advantage of the morning winds. You’re in for a magnificent sight if you’re lucky enough to see the dolphins that often frequent this area, as they love to swim alongside gulets. We will serve breakfast at Tersane Island, which means Shipyard in Turkish. Centuries ago, the friendly people of this region built impressive wooden ships. You can still see the remains of a Roman and Greek shipyard on the beautiful beach of Tersane Island. We will have the pleasure of swimming and enjoying a delicious lunch here before visiting the stunning sunken Turkish bath. For dinner and our overnight stay, we will be at the lovely Red Island.
4th Day: Fethiye, Saklikent Gorge and Oludeniz Blue Lagoon
Today, we will be arriving at the beautiful Fethiye Harbour. After a delicious breakfast, you have the option to spend the day at leisure in Fethiye or join us for an exciting jeep safari tour. The jeeps will pick you up after breakfast and take you on a thrilling adventure that includes sightseeing at Saklikent Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in the world, mud baths at the river, and a stop at the iconic Blue Lagoon Oludeniz. Don’t worry about lunch, it will be provided during the tour. While you’re out exploring, our gulet will be restocked with all the necessary water and provisions. We will return aboard for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay at Fethiye Harbour.
The optional tour day is filled with activities including a jeep safari, visiting the iconic sights like Saklikent Gorge and the Blue Lagoon Oludeniz. If you wish you can plan your own travel or relax on board by spending some time on the sundeck suntanning. The gulet is always your home base and you are welcome to lie down on the soft cushions on the deck or in your cabin or eat a lunch meal on board. Remember the rhythm of the blue cruise is a relaxing and enjoyable life at sea.
5th Day: Gocek Islands and Flat Islands
We will depart from Fethiye Harbour after breakfast on board and head towards the stunning Gocek islands, which are renowned for their breathtaking natural beauty and magnificent geography. You will be amazed by the lush green scenery and the fantastic bays that are only accessible by gulet. You can look forward to a wonderful experience! During our journey, we will make several stops for swimming and then dock at the iconic Yassica Islands, where you can enjoy snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters. In the evening, we will move to one of the islands in the Gocek area for dinner and overnight.
6th Day: Bedri Rahmi Bay, Sarsala Bay and Aga Bay
After breakfast, we will sail to Bedri Rahmi Bay, which is named after a famous Turkish painter. Then, we will head to Sarsala and continue on to Aga Limani before lunch. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful bay overnight.
7th Day: Kadirga Bay and Paradise Island
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will depart early for Cape Kadirga. Depending on the weather, we will make some stops for swimming along the way. At 5 pm, we will serve tea near Cennet (Paradise) Island before sailing back to Marmaris port. You will spend a comfortable night at Marmaris Harbour.
8th Day: Marmaris Resort and Marmaris Harbour
After breakfast, we kindly ask you to prepare for disembarkation. If you need private transfers to airports or resorts, please do not hesitate to inform us and we will be more than happy to arrange them for you.
Important Notice
Please note that while we strive to provide the best possible experience, weather and docking conditions may require changes to the itinerary. Rest assured that our captain will make the final decision with your safety and enjoyment in mind.
In The Route Of St. Paul Cruise Highlights
Marmaris, Ekincik Bay, Aga Limanı, Aga Bay, Sunken Bath, Red Island, Fethiye, Gocek Islands, Flat Islands, Bedri Rahmi Bay, Sarsala Bay, Cape Kadirga, Paradise Island
- Marmaris – Fethiye coast is widely known as Turkey’s golden coast.
- Delightful riverside town of Dalyan and the nearby ruins of ancient Caunos: a theatre, Roman bath, a Byzantine church and acropolis.
- Sightseeing (optional tour) in Dalyan and Turtle Beach.
- An opportunity to swim from Iztuzu Beach, known as Turtle Beach.
- Remains of a Roman and Greek shipyard on Tersane Island.
- Sightseeing (optional tour) in Fethiye (ancient Telmessos).
- Shopping in Marmaris Bazaar.
In The Route of St. Paul Cruise Map
