Göcek Blue Cruise
Blue cruise (blue voyage) from Göcek and Fethiye - an overnight sea holiday hopping bay to bay on a crewed boat. This page lists crewed boats only: gulets and motor yachts, on a route woven from swim stops, calm coves and local food. Let's design your blue cruise together.
Right now there are 24 boats in this selection, from 1,000 EUR / day; for up to 4-14 guests.
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What is a blue cruise, and for whom?
A blue cruise is a full-board, overnight sea holiday hopping from cove to cove on a crewed boat, classically on gulets. It is for those who want to put the phone down, be with nature and wake in a different cove each day. Sailing, anchoring and the galley are the crew's job; you simply live your holiday. The route and stops are planned around you.
Blue cruise routes
The classic blue cruise covers the sheltered bays between the Göcek and Fethiye gulfs: the 12 Islands, the Yassıca Islands, Bedri Rahmi (Taşyaka) Bay, Tersane Island, Sarsala, Boynuzbükü, the waters off Ölüdeniz and Gemiler Island. Longer cruises can extend west to Ekincik, Marmaris-Bozburun or the Gulf of Gökova. The route is planned with the captain around duration, group and weather - on a blue cruise, flexibility is not a compromise; it is the whole point.
A sample 7-day Göcek blue cruise route
Day 1: depart Göcek around noon, first swim stop at the Yassıca Islands, overnight in Boynuzbükü. Day 2: breakfast at Bedri Rahmi Bay by the famous fish rock painting, overnight off the historic shipyard ruins of Tersane Island. Day 3: around Domuz Island and Sarsala Bay; a lazy afternoon, barbecue in the evening. Day 4: Manastır Bay and Göbün; snorkelling along the rocky shore. Day 5: cross Fethiye Bay, Byzantine church ruins and sunset on Gemiler Island. Day 6: swimming off Ölüdeniz, Kızılada on the way back; a last dinner in a quiet cove. Day 7: return to Göcek after breakfast. This flow is a template - your captain sets the best order for the wind and your group.
A day on a blue cruise
Days are unhurried: breakfast in a calm bay in the morning, swimming and bay changes through the day, lunch stops and dinner at anchor in the evening. Passages rarely exceed 1-2 hours; seasickness is rare in Göcek's sheltered waters. The essence of a blue cruise is waking in a different bay each day and giving in to an unscheduled rhythm close to the sea.
Gulet or motor yacht?
The gulet is the blue cruise classic: a wide deck, dining table, sunbathing area and usually a chef - ideal for larger families and groups of friends. A motor yacht offers faster passages and a more modern interior; it suits smaller groups who want to see more coves in less time. Both are crewed; the difference is pace and style of living space. If unsure, tell us your group size and we'll recommend.
Season and prices
The blue cruise season runs May to October. June and September are the sweetest months for sea temperature, quiet coves and price. July-August is the hottest and busiest period and calls for early booking. Crewed boats on this page start from 1,000 EUR; the price varies with boat size, season and duration. We give the exact price for your dates in the quote.
How to get to Göcek and Fethiye
The nearest airport is Dalaman; it is about 25-35 minutes to Göcek and 45-50 to Fethiye by road. Transfers can be arranged; we plan flight and boarding times together.
Popular routes and coves
The 12 Islands, Yassıca Islands, Bedri Rahmi Bay, Tersane Island, Boynuzbükü and Sarsala are favourite stops. Fethiye Bay and the Ölüdeniz area are reached in short hops. We suggest a route by group, duration and weather.
When is the best season?
The season runs May to October. June and September are calmer and better value; July-August are the hottest and busiest. Booking early secures a better boat and price.
Frequently asked questions
+ - What is a blue cruise?
A sea holiday hopping from bay to bay on a crewed boat, usually full board with overnight stays; classically done on gulets.
+ - How long does it take?
A classic blue cruise is 7 days/6 nights (weekly); for shorter programmes, message us.
+ - Can I choose the route?
Yes; we suggest a tailored route across the 12 Islands, Fethiye Bay and nearby coves by group and weather.
+ - What's included and excluded?
Usually the boat and crew are included; fuel, port/transit log, food and drink, and transfers are mostly excluded. We give the exact breakdown per boat in the quote.
+ - How are the meals handled?
Most gulets carry a chef; you go full board or order from a provisioning list. The menu is agreed before the cruise around your preferences (children, vegetarian, allergies).
+ - Can I do a blue cruise with children?
Yes; Göcek's sheltered coves and calm sea suit families very well. For groups with children we recommend gulets with wide decks and routes with short hops; life jackets are on every boat.
+ - What should I pack?
A soft bag (rather than a suitcase), swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, a light cardigan and water shoes are enough. Towels and bed linen are ready on board.
+ - How do I book?
Share your dates and party size; we'll send suitable boats and the price. On confirmation we hold it with a deposit, the balance usually paid at check-in.
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