Many Europeans and full-time cruisers have kept a closely guarded secret when it comes to sailing in that part of the Mediterranean.

The southwestern coast of Turkey is not only absolutely safe but is a sailors' paradise with friendly locals who will give you a warm welcome, stunning scenery, mind blowing history and, like anywhere else in the Med, great food and delicious local wines.

The sailboat charter business in Turkey is booming. When we were in Croatia in June 2019, we were told that many of the regular European sailing customers had booked in Turkey and that this trend will continue in the next years to come.

Our departure base will be in which is 34 miles from Airport. You can fly to Dalaman via but there are several budget airlines that fly to Dalaman from main European airports.

This is the itinerary that we have chosen especially for you. Day 1: Fethiye - ECE Marina: We visit the town, do our provisioning and get in vacation mode. Welcome and get-acquainted reception. Check-in of the yachts around 17:00.

Fethiye

Day 2: Kapi Creek: The following morning we head out to one of the many beautiful anchorages for a refreshing swim and will spend the night moored in Kapi Creek. If you ever wondered where the term "turquoise waters" comes from, search no further... It is from Turkey...

Scenic Kapi Creek

Day 3: Kapi Creek to Ekincik: We sail from Kapi Creek to Ekincik, where we dock at the My Marina facilities, with showers, shore power and water, or we can anchor in the bay. Land excursion to the ruins of ancient Kaunos.

The ancient tombs of Kaunos Day 4: Ekincik to : The bustling town of Marmaris, with its lively bars, many restaurants and the local bazaar, welcomes us for an exciting evening.

Marmaris Day 5: Marmaris to Ciftlik: From Marmaris, we sail to Ciftlik and will dock at one of the several restaurants. Let's go to the local little beach and enjoy some swimming and sun bathing.

Ciftlik Bay. Turquoise waters anyone?

Day 6: Ciftlik to Sarsala Koyu: Sarsala is a lovely bay with a small restaurant. We can anchor out for the night after a refreshing swim and some snorkeling.

Sarsala Anchorage Day 7: Sarsala Koyu to Fethiye ECE marina: Time to head back to the ECE marina across the bay but let's make some stops for swimming in picturesque anchorages like at the Yassica Islands. Arrival at the charter base in the late afternoon. Check-out by 09:00 the following morning.

Yassica Islands and Anchorage

END OF THE TRIP BUT YOU'RE GOING HOME WITH UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES...

COST PER PERSON: $1,750.00 (Welcome reception on Day 1 is included). (Hotels, airfare, transfers to and from airport, dinners on shore are extra. Each yacht will maintain a purse or kitty for provisioning, docking or mooring fees and final refueling.)

REGISTER NOW AS WE WILL ONLY BOOK A MAXIMUM OF FIVE YACHTS

For registration or more information contact us at [email protected]

We look forward to sailing the turquoise waters of Turkey with you!

Capt. Jean & "Admiral" Mila De Keyser www.medsailingadventures.com