Most Popular Yacht Charter Destinations in Turkey

Bodrum – Karaada (Dinner on Board)

Guests board the yacht at 16:00, receive a welcome briefing, and settle into their cabins. Around 17:00, we depart from the harbor, and after a 45-minute cruise, we arrive at Karaada. Guests enjoy a swimming break, dinner, and overnight stay at the island. Those who wish can explore a small cave and a thermal underground pool, warmed like a natural saltwater bath.

Bodrum – Karaada

Activity: Cleopatra Cave – Thermal Waters
Duration: 1 Hour
Transport: Transfer by boat
Entrance Fee: 3 Euros (approx.)
History: Located south of Bodrum, Karaada was known as a famous health center in Antiquity. According to legend, Cleopatra, escaping from Egypt under the protection of Antony around 69–30 BC, stayed here for about three years and benefited from the mud and thermal waters of the cave. Historically, ships returning from Alexandria brought passengers with eye and skin ailments to the healing cave, marking the beginning of health tourism. The island was called Arkennesos in ancient times, ruled sequentially by the Greeks, Knights of Rhodes, and the Ottomans, and became part of Turkey in 1932. The thermal waters, at 32°C, contain sodium chloride, magnesium, calcium, and sulfur. They are beneficial for eye, skin, and rheumatic conditions, relax the nerves, and improve circulation. The sulfur-rich mud has a natural peeling effect, softening and rejuvenating the skin.

Cleopatra Cave – Thermal Waters

Knidos Ancient City – Datça (Dinner at a Restaurant)

Departing around 07:00, we cruise for approximately 3 hours and reach Knidos Ancient City for breakfast. Guests can explore the ancient site or swim in some of Turkey’s cleanest and clearest waters. Around 13:00, we weigh anchor and provide a 1-hour swimming and lunch break depending on weather and sea conditions. Between 16:00–17:00, we dock at Datça Harbor. Guests can swim at a nearby beach or explore the town. Overnight stay is planned at the harbor, though after 00:00, the generator noise may require relocating.

Datca

Activities: Knidos Ancient City – Old Datça – Datça Town Center

Knidos Ancient City
Duration: 2 Hours
Transport: Transfer by boat
Entrance Fee: 5 Euros (approx.)
History: Archaeological evidence dates Knidos to the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The acropolis walls were built in the 4th century BC. Knidos was an important center for science, art, and architecture. Notable residents included astronomer Eudoxus, physician Euryphon, painter Polygnotos, and Sostratos, the architect of the Lighthouse of Alexandria. Euryphon and his students established the second major medical school of the era here. The city, surrounded by roughly 4 km of walls, had a military harbor to the north and a commercial harbor to the south. Two theaters, one seating 20,000 and the other 5,000, were built; the larger theater was dismantled in the 19th century. Key structures include the Temple of Aphrodite, Apollo, Dor, and Corinthian temples, the stoa, sundial, and early Christian mosaicked churches.
Key Ruins: Necropolis, Odeion, Ancient Breakwater, Gymnasium, Large and Small Theaters, Stepped Street, Temple of Dionysus, Ancient Harbors, Doric Temple, Temple and Altar of Apollo, Circular Temple, Corinthian Temple, Sundial, Council House.

Key Ruins: Necropolis, Odeion, Ancient Breakwater, Gymnasium, Large and Small Theaters, Stepped Street, Temple of Dionysus, Ancient Harbors, Doric Temple, Temple and Altar of Apollo, Circular Temple, Corinthian Temple, Sundial, Council House.

Old Datça
Duration: 2–3 Hours
Transport: Taxi or walking
Entrance Fee: None
Info: Located 4 km from Datça Harbor, Old Datça is a charming village with colorful stone houses, narrow cobblestone streets, and bougainvillea. Famous for its almonds, the town also offers organic foods and souvenirs. Small cafes and bars provide the perfect spot for a short break. Local specialties include almond cookies, olive oil products, and Datça honey.

Old Datca

Datça Town
Duration: 5–6 Hours
Transport: Walking
Entrance Fee: None
Info: From the harbor, guests can explore numerous restaurants, bars, cafes, souvenir shops, and famous ice cream parlors. Within a few kilometers, visitors can enjoy clean, healthy air recommended for respiratory health and experience the renowned “Datça effect,” known to rejuvenate the body and spirit. Don’t miss the breathtaking Mediterranean sunset while sipping wine.

Datca Town

Selimiye – Bozburun (Dinner & Entertainment on Board)

Departing early, we cruise about 2 hours to Selimiye. After breakfast, we provide 2–3 hours of swimming at Selimiye bays or Kameriya Island. Lunch is served here or at another bay depending on conditions. We arrive at Bozburun between 17:00–18:00, anchoring opposite a small island. Guests can swim or take a walk to explore the area before dinner.

Selimiye

Bozburun
Duration: 4–5 Hours
Transport: Boat transfer
Entrance Fee: None
Info: Bozburun is one of Turkey’s wealthiest towns, with around 2,500 residents. Formerly dependent on fishing and sponge diving, it now hosts roughly 250 gulet operators. The locals sustain their livelihood through building luxury yachts and working as crew during summer. Along the 2 km coastline, there are several pensions, hotels, and restaurants. Luxury gulets under construction can be seen in the fields behind the shore.

Bozburun

Serçe Limanı Bay – Marmaris (Dinner at a Restaurant)

After breakfast, we sail 2.5 hours to Serçe Limanı Bay, a natural harbor historically used by sailors to shelter from storms. Guests enjoy 2–3 hours of swimming. Lunch is served on board, then we continue a 3-hour cruise to Marmaris, arriving between 17:00–18:00. Overnight stay is at Marmaris Harbor or at anchor after midnight.

Serçe Limanı

Marmaris
Duration: 5–6 Hours
Transport: Free time / walking
Entrance Fee: None
Info: Exploring Marmaris after arriving at the harbor is both easy and enjoyable. Start your walk with a visit to Marmaris Castle and its surrounding walls, where you can feel the town’s historic atmosphere and enjoy panoramic views.

From there, head to the Old Bazaar located nearby. Wander through its narrow streets filled with handmade jewelry, local souvenirs, and textiles. The lively atmosphere of the bazaar makes it a great place to shop and soak up local culture.

After shopping, take a short break at one of the cafés around the harbor for coffee or a refreshing drink. A stroll along the seafront promenade offers lovely views of the marina and yachts, making it both scenic and relaxing.
For dinner, choose one of the seaside restaurants where you can enjoy fresh seafood, fish, or mezes accompanied by the sound of the waves.

Marmaris

Ekincik – Dalyan & Kaunos Tour (Lunch at a Restaurant)

Departing Marmaris at 06:00–07:00, we cruise 2–3 hours to Ekincik. After breakfast and a 2–3 hour swimming break, we board small fishing boats for a full-day Dalyan tour. The 6–8 hour Dalyan River and town tour ends with a return to Ekincik at 20:00. Dinner is at Ekincik Harbor, a quiet, undeveloped area often used for camping.

Dalyan

Dalyan & Kaunos Ancient City Tour

Duration: 6–8 Hours
Transport: Small fishing boats
Fee: Included
Program: Between 13:00–13:30, guests board fishing boats (18–24 people capacity). After a 30-minute ride, we arrive at Caretta Caretta Beach, where the river meets the sea. Passing carefully through the shallow waters, we may spot loggerhead turtles. After about 20 minutes cruising through reed-lined waterways, the impressive Lycian rock tombs appear on the cliffside. Right across from the tombs, we stop for lunch at a riverside restaurant (meal not included in the price).

After lunch, we visit Kaunos Ancient City. From the fishing boats, we transfer to a tractor-pulled carriage with bench seats for a 5-minute ride to the hilltop ruins.

History of Kaunos: The city dates back to antiquity and was an important trading hub. Its well-preserved ruins include city walls, temples, a theater, and baths. The famous rock tombs carved into cliffs are a highlight, representing Lycian culture and burial traditions.

Mud Baths: The Dalyan mud is rich in sulfur, magnesium, iron, and silica, believed to be therapeutic for skin conditions, rheumatism, and joint pain. Visitors cover themselves in the mud, let it dry for 15–20 minutes, and then rinse off in clean water. The treatment leaves the skin soft, refreshed, and relaxed. Afterwards, many also enjoy a soak in the natural hot spring pool nearby.

Following the mud bath experience, we return by boat to Dalyan’s town center, where guests have about 2 hours to explore the 600–800 meter long bazaar, shop, or enjoy drinks at cafés and bars. Afterwards, we reunite at the pier and cruise back (approx. 45 minutes) to our yacht for dinner.

Mud Baths

Cleopatra Bath – Sarsala Bay – Göcek (Dinner at a Restaurant)

Departing early, we cruise 3 hours to Göcek bays. Breakfast is at Hamam Bay, one of Göcek’s most popular bays, where guests can swim or explore underwater ruins by boat. After a 2-hour swimming break, we sail to Sarsala Bay. Following lunch and swimming, we anchor at Göcek opposite the harbor around 17:00–18:00. Guests are transferred to Göcek town by boat. Dinner is served at a local restaurant, and regular boat transfers return guests to the yacht. Overnight stay is at anchor in Göcek.

Cleopatra Bath

Göcek

Duration: 5–6 Hours
Transport: Transfer by boat
Entrance Fee: None
Info: Guests can quickly explore the town, walking along the marina to see luxury yachts and peaceful sea views. Explore boutiques with handmade jewelry, summer clothing, and local souvenirs. Enjoy a coffee or ice cream at a seaside cafe. Dinner options include fresh seafood or meat with wine. End the day with a short walk and photos by the marina.

Gocek

Göcek Bays – Fethiye (Dinner at a Restaurant)

Between 08:00–08:30 in the morning, we lift anchor and after a short 40–45 minute cruise we reach Yassıca Islands or Olive Island. Following breakfast, we enjoy about a 2-hour swimming break. Afterward, we set sail again for another swimming stop. Lunch is served on board.

By around 16:00–17:00 we arrive at Fethiye Harbor. Dinner is at a local restaurant, and overnight stay is either in the harbor or at anchor.

Fethiye

Fethiye
Duration: 5–6 hours
Transportation: Walking
Entrance Fee: None
Info: Once ashore in Fethiye, you can make the most of your limited time. Start with a short walk from the harbor to the historic Paspatur bazaar. With its narrow streets, stone houses, and small boutique shops, it’s perfect for both shopping and discovering local souvenirs.

From there, either walk or take a short taxi ride to the Lycian Rock Tombs of Amyntas. These impressive cliffside tombs from the Lycian period are iconic landmarks and provide excellent photo opportunities. Close by, the Lovers’ Hill and Fethiye Castle offer panoramic views of the harbor, the ancient theater, the town center, and surrounding landscapes.

After descending from the hill, a short walk takes you to the lively Fish Market. Select fresh seafood directly from the stalls and enjoy it prepared at one of the small restaurants nearby, often accompanied by live traditional music — a delightful way to end your evening.

Experience: Turkish Bath
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Transportation: 15-minute ride included.
Price: 85 Euros
Overview: Step into a world of relaxation and rejuvenation with our traditional Turkish Bath experience. Upon arrival, our professional team will warmly welcome you and guide you to the sauna, helping you sweat out toxins and unwind completely. Next, indulge in a traditional exfoliating “kese” to remove dead skin from sun-soaked days, followed by a luxurious foam bath. This revitalizing treatment lasts about one hour, and is followed by a soothing 50-minute massage that will leave you feeling refreshed and renewed. After your experience, our team will escort you back to the boat.

About Turkish Baths: Originating during the Ottoman era, Turkish baths have long been a cornerstone of hygiene, wellness, and social life. Drawing inspiration from Roman and Byzantine bath traditions, the Ottomans perfected these baths with unique architecture and ceremonial rituals. More than just a place to cleanse, Turkish baths were historically vibrant social spaces for conversation and connection. Using warm stones, steam rooms, and exfoliating treatments, these baths have been cherished for centuries as a sanctuary for both body and soul. Today, they offer visitors an authentic cultural experience combined with ultimate relaxation.

Turkish Bath