Gulet description
Marmaris Mini Cruise – Explore the Beauty of Fethiye Gulf and Gocek Islands
The Marmaris mini cruise is a short yet unforgettable sailing journey along the Turkish Riviera. Departing every Saturday from Marmaris, this relaxing route takes you across the Fethiye Gulf and the Gocek Islands, where turquoise waters and green hills create a perfect escape for nature lovers.
To begin with, the Marmaris–Fethiye Bay mini cruise is ideal for those who prefer a shorter sailing experience. Moreover, it’s a great choice for guests who love nature, peace, and total relaxation away from crowds. Finally, it’s perfect as a first gulet cruise for travelers wanting to experience the charm of shared sailing in Turkey.
Info about Marmaris mini cuise ending in Fethiye
Highlights
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Gocek Bay: Calm turquoise waters surrounded by pine-covered hills.
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Cleopatra Baths: Swim among ancient ruins in a stunning natural bay.
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Dalyan Lagoon: Optional visit with mud baths and Lycian rock tombs.
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Fethiye: A charming harbor town where your Marmaris mini cruise concludes.
Boarding and Disembarkation
Your Marmaris mini cruise begins on Saturday afternoon at 4pm in the port of Marmaris town.
If all passengers arrive before 18:00, the gulet departs for a nearby bay for dinner. Otherwise, the first night is spent at Marmaris Port. Dinner is served on board till 21.30 on a firts day.
The gulet used for this itinerary is not assigned in advance. It will be one of our standard plus category boats, offering double cabins with private ensuite bathrooms.
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Air conditioning operates 4–6 hours daily, never after midnight.
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Gulet name and details are shared the day before departure.
Disembarkation: takes place in Fethiye on Tuesday afternoon, with arrival in port in the late afternoon.
Services on Board
During your Marmaris mini cruise, you’ll enjoy:
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Daily breakfast and lunch, afternoon snack plus dinners on board
Special Menu Options
Gluten-Free Menu: 30€ / person (entire tour)
Vegan Menu: 30€ / person (entire tour)
Lactose-Free Menu: 30€ / person (entire tour)
Vegetarian & Pescetarian Menu: Free
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Relaxing sun decks and shaded areas for your comfort
The captain may adjust the route of the mini cruise depending on weather conditions, always ensuring your safety and enjoyment.
Optional Excursion
While on the Marmaris mini cruise, you can join the Dalyan Lagoon excursion — a peaceful trip that includes a mud bath, natural thermal springs, and a visit to the ancient Lycian rock tombs carved into the cliffs.
Suggested Hotels
For guests arriving in Marmaris before embarkation:
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Resa Hotel 3★ – Central, excellent value (check availability)
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Sunset Boutique Hotel – Close to the port (check availability)
Airport & Transfers
The nearest airport is Dalaman (DLM), located about 90 km from Marmaris.
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Private taxi: around €60 (up to 4 people)
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Minivan for groups: around €120 (advance booking recommended)
Alternatively, you can reach Marmaris from the Greek island of Rhodes via ferry, which takes approximately 90 minutes.
Important Information
Itinerary for mini gulet cruises in Turkiye is indicative and may be adjusted according to weather and sea conditions to ensure your comfort and safety.
Prices per person 2026
| 16.05.2026-20.06.2026 | 540 € |
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| 20.06.2026-18.07.2026 | 640 € |
| 18.07.2026-19.09.2026 | 740 € |
| 19.09.2026-26.09.2026 | 640 € |
| 26.09.2026-11.10.2026 | 540 € |
Included in the price
- 3 nights accommodation in double cabin with private bathroom
- Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea
- Drinking water
- Transit log and formalities
- Crew service
- Navigation costs, fuel, water
- Bed linen and bath towels
- Use of equipment on board
- Gulet insurance
Not included in the price
- Bottled water, soft drinks, wines, spirits from the bar on board. It si not allowed to bring drinks on board from outside. Each cabin may bring one (1) sealed bottle of alcohol: €15 service fee per bottle
- Port taxes 30€ per person
- Wi-fi 10€
- Gratuity for the crew
- Flights &Transfers
Itinerary
Day 1
Embarkation in the afternoon at the port of Marmaris. If all passengers arrive before 18:00, our boat will anchor for dinner in the nearest bay. Otherwise, the gulet will stay anchored in Marmaris Port for the night. Dinner is served on board, but guests arriving after 21:30 will be provided with a simple meal box.
Day 2
After breakfast , sail to the Gulf of Ekincik and relax in a nice bay until lunch. From here you can start an optional excursion, the tour of Dalyan, which will take you to discover the turtle Caretta – Caretta beach. Relaxing and soothing baths are guaranteed! The final part of this tour will take us to the fishing village called Dalyan. Return on board, dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3
We leave very early and head to the famous Gulf of Fethiye. Dock on the bay of Adali to make a nice breakfast and then move to Manastir Bay, an ideal place for scuba diving.
This place is also known as the Bay of Cleopatra famous for the submission of the submerged ruins of great charm.Drop anchor near the island Tersane where we will have dinner and spend the night .This bay of great beauty, is a natural harbor used since Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Day 4
After breakfast, we sail in Turunc Pinari for lunch and a beautiful sunbathing stop. The fourth day of our cruise ends at the port of Fethiye where we will arrive around 16:00 . Guests will disembark in the late afternoon.
