Yacht Charter Turkey: Full Day Sailing Trip to Fethiye and the Islands
A yacht charter is a perfect way to explore the beautiful coastlines of Turkey and a great base in which to start your trip of a lifetime is Fethiye. From here you can explore the pristine shores of the Turkish Riviera before moving on to discover what some of the many surrounding islands has to offer.
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Fethiye is a well-known tourist hotspot located in the Aegean region of Turkey and is currently home to around 147,000 people (2016). The harbour at Fethiye is large enough to accommodate several vessels and is home to many small islands just waiting to be explored. There are two marinas at Fethiye: the first is the municipal marina which is home to various commercial vessels and local fishing boats, and the second is a newer commercial yacht marina located near the Karagozler district.
Exploring mainland Fethiye
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On the mainland Fethiye, there’s a great deal to see including the breathtaking Manavgat waterfall, the Acropolis, and the ancient Theatre of Myra in Demre. It’s also bursting with Turkish charm and culture. Step onto the land and you will experience a range of sleepy little villages with intimate restaurants to bustling busy towns with a buzzing nightlife. If you want to do a spot of shopping, Fethiye is a bustling market town where you can get anything from designer clothes to ripe tomatoes. Prices are low, and quality is good for most items bought here including carpets, jewellery, and clothes.
The Turkish Riviera is also known as the Turquoise Coast for all its luminous blue waves, natural beauty and splendour. Starting with Fethiye as your base for your gulet yacht charter Turkey you can then move on to explore the surrounding islands of Gocek. Among these islands, some of the more popular destinations include Flat Island, Red Island, and Dockyard Island. These islands will leave even the most well-travelled person breathless as they soak in the clear water, pristine beaches, green pine, and amber forests that are all around them.
Relaxation, cuisine and adventure
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For those of you that want a little time to relax and soak up the rays, these islands offer you the perfect opportunity to do that in one of the many secluded bays that are offered. If you feel like getting slightly more adventurous, snorkelling comes highly recommended when sailing Fethiye and its islands as does paragliding at Oludeniz beach. Cuisine around the islands consists typically of Turkish delights which include lots of fresh seafood, vegetables, chicken or lean veal.
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Whether you’re planning your yacht charter Turkey for relaxation, adventure, or a historical learning expedition, you can be sure you’ll find something of value from Fethiye or any of its 12 majestic surrounding islands. With snorkelling or paragliding on offer for those feeling a little sporty, miles of serene beaches for those that want to soak up the sun, and historical significance for those that want to learn, you simply won’t be disappointed when sailing to Fethiye and its surrounding islands.
