L Y C I A N  C O A S T

Day 1
Arrive to Dalaman Airport and board the Gundogan in Gocek. We will sail off to Ikincik, a small quiet cove just north of Dalyan.
Dinner and overnight at Ikincik.

Day 2
After an early breakfast, you’ll take a water taxi to Dalyan or ancient Cuanos - one of our favorite places! The Delta, with a long, golden sandy beach at its mouth, is a nature-conservation area and a refuge for sea turtles (Caretta Caretta) and blue crabs. At a bend in the river, high on the cliff face above, you can see the fascinating ancient harbor city of Kaunos, with its magnificent Lycian tombs carved into the rock. We will explore the ancient city of Kuanos, with it's interesting ruins, tombs and incredible views form the top of the fortress. After a supurb lunch at one of the fish restaurants along the river, we’ll visit the famous Thermal Mud Baths, that have muddied the likes of Dustin Hoffman, Sting, and many other celebrities. From here you can go back to the beach or directly to the boat.
Dinner and overnight at Ekincik.

Day 3
Before breakfast the captain will take off in the early morning to Fethiye, ancient Telmessus. Breakfast on the boat, then you’ll take a bus to Saklikent natural gorge which offers a wet and wild hike up the gorge to a waterfall. This is a must! After a light lunch at one of the many unique restaurants along the gorge you can take a tube ride down the river. This place is awesome! Kids of all ages will enjoy this day., shopping, nightclubs, restaurants and internet cafes abound! Of the ancient city nothing remains except a number of rock tombs and sarcophagi. The rock tombs cut into the cliffs that rise behind the town can be admired clearly from the sea. To get to them you must climb up a lot of steps clearly sign-posted from the town. Dinner and Overnight in Fethiye Marina.

Day 4
Depart early in the morning for Butterfly Valley. This small cove offers tremendous views and incredibly blue waters. You can swim, hike up to the waterfall to see the butterflies, and take a more difficult climb up to Faralya Village and have lunch at George's House. Cruise along to Oludeniz (Dead Sea) and Gemiler. Enjoy a swim in the warn crystal clear waters. Ruins from a Byzantine Church said to be of St. Nicholas are accessible from the shore. Pack a cocktail and marvel at the spectacular sunsets from the top of the island. Dinner and overnight anchored at Gemiler.

Day 5
We will slowly make our way south, stopping at quiet coves for swimming and snorkeling along the way. Cruise to the quintessential Mediterranean fishing village of Kalkan. Narrow cobblestone streets wind up the hillside among simple houses, shops, restaurants and some very lively discos. After an exquisite dinner on the yacht, you can set out to explore this unique adventure. Kalkan has a magical quality and all who visit return year after year. Dinner and overnight in Kalkan Harbor.

Day 6
Breakfast on the boat, then you’ll take a mini bus ride to Letoon, Xanthos and Patara, three of the most important cities in the Lycian League. Then spend the afternoon cooling off at the Mediterranean’s longest beach - Patara Beach - also one of the best body surfing and sand castle building beaches in the world. Dinner and overnight at Kas Harbor.

Day 7
Spend the morning discovering Kas - another quaint, Mediterranean fishing village. Lycian tombs scattered through the cobblestone streets remind you of just how old the city is. Winding streets flanked with huge star jasmine, gardenia, bougainvillea, palms, figs and pomegranate trees wind among simple houses, restaurants, Greek theater, shops are a few of the attractions of this picturesque seaside town. Or take a mini bus to the Saklikent Gorge where you can hike the Gorge, tube the River and have a memorable lunch. Dinner and overnight at Kas Harbor.

Day 8
Marvel at the sunken ruins of Kekova and walk among the fallen stones of this one time member of the Lycian League. This remote area is one of the most beautiful and interesting places along the southwest coast of Turkey. Here we find a Kale, small fishing village, crowned with a crusader castle which commands a spectacular view across the bay and up to the mountains. Hike up to the castle and the Lycian tombs. On the way back, enjoy the incredible views and sunset from one of the small tea houses along the winding footpath that descends from the Castle.
Dinner and Overnight anchored at Kale.

Day 9
.After breakfast we will sail on to a cute village of Ucugiz. This authentic village receives very few tourists and it is nice to walk the streets and mingle with the villagers. Explore the Lycian Tomb ruins, swim and relax. We can hike the Lycian Trail from Kale to Karakoy Bay. Spend the day swimming and exploring the coves.

Day 10
Departing Kale, we set off to Myra. On the way you can take a mini bus tour (the captain can arrange it) to the ancient city of Myra and the church of St. Nicolas where he preached and was buried. Back to the boat and visit the jungle-like ruins at Olympos (home of Hercules) one of the most dramatic settings in Turkey. Dinner overnight in Kayakoy Bay.

Day 11
Set out early for Olympus, one of the most mystical and dramatic settings along the southern coast. A colorful pebbled beach decorates these jungle-like ruins where it is said Hercules was born. A full day is needed to enjoy the clear, warm waters and to hike around the ruins. An optional excursion is available to Chimera, the place where the first Olympic torch was lit from eternal flames that rise from the earth.
Dinner overnight in Olympos.

Day 12
Phaselis was founded in the 7C BC by Rhodian colonists and is currently a Turkish National Park. Three bays surround the peninsula, which makes Phaselis particularly beautiful and a perfect setting for 18 holes of frisbee golf!  A well preserved aqueduct, two Roman baths with substantial mosaics, 3 small agoras also with mosaics, a colonnade 22 meters wide flanked by an acropolis and an amphitheater where wild beasts challenged each other in a fight to the death, and a large necropolis are just a few of our designated frisbee holes.
Dinner and overnight in Phaselis.

Day 13
Cruise towards Antalya, stopping at quiet coves along the way. After lunch and swimming break we will continue to travel Antalya. A bustling, prosperous city with fabulous restaurants, museums, nightclubs, hotels and easy access to some of the worlds finest ancient ruins, make Antalya a unique destination. Dinner and overnight at ancient Kaleici Marina.
Dinner and overnight in Antalya.
 
Day 14
Disembark the Gundoğan on the 14th day. Fly out of Antalya Airport.

 

 

The coast between Dalyan and Antalya is known as the "Lycian Coast." White, sandy beaches, picturesque fishing villages and unparalleled archeological wonders await you in the warm, sapphire blue waters of the Mediterranean. Click Here for FAQs and Tips. Read a Travel Diary of this Voyage!
 
Ports of Call: Gocek Bay, Ekincik, Dalyan, Cuanos, Fethiye, Saklikent, Oludeniz, Gemiler, St. Nicholas Island, Kayakoy, Kalkan, Xanthos, Letoon, Patara, Kas, Kekova, Kale, Ucugiz, Karakoy Bay, Demre, Myra, Olympos, Chimera, Phaselis, Antalya.