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Mixed-Age | Demre to Kas and Back: 6 Nights Gulet Cruise

New RouteBook 2027 • Demre • Mixed Age Gulet Cruises
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Sail from Demre to Kaş and back on a 6-night, 7-day mixed-age gulet cruise aboard Eseny Gulet. Explore the Kekova coastline, visit Kaleköy, cruise past the Sunken City and enjoy swimming stops around Aperlai, İnönü Bay, Ufakdere and Limanağzı. After reaching Kaş midway through the trip, continue aboard the same gulet for the return journey to Demre, with fresh meals, relaxed afternoons and six nights at anchor. The return leg includes a lunch stop at Hidayet Bay or Limanağzı, another visit to Aperlai and a final evening in Çamlıca or Gökkaya Bay, depending on availability. Finish on Friday morning after breakfast near Caretta Beach.

Start: Demre Harbour Check-in at 14:00 at Andriake Harbour in Demre.
Duration: 7 days 6 nights A round-trip gulet cruise from Demre to Kaş and back along the Kekova and Lycian coast.
Departure schedule Saturday departures from 29 May to 9 October 2027, subject to availability. The final cruise returns to Demre on Friday, 15 October.
Accommodation En-suite cabin accommodation.
Finish: Demre Harbour Disembarkation at Andriake Harbour in Demre at approximately 10:00 on Friday, Day 7, after breakfast near Caretta Beach.
Meals Full-board meals are prepared and served onboard throughout the cruise.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is available onboard, subject to mobile network coverage and signal strength.
Single occupancy Private single-cabin accommodation is available with a 70% single supplement.
Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say

Tanja Tripadvisor reviewer
tanjaQ… Nov 6, 2025
Tripadvisor

Perfect blue cruise

Fantastic blue cruise with lovely crew. Yusuf and Shaban really cared for us.

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Vania Tripadvisor reviewer
vaniasg… Oct 16, 2025
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Easy to book, pay with.

The crew was super friendly and the whole booking process was easy.

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Route

Route & Experience Plan

Day 1: Demre to Gökkaya Bay

Karemlik Beach, lunch & first night

Day 2: Kaleköy, Sunken City and Kocakarı Bay

Village visit, ancient ruins & swimming

Day 3: Aperlai, İnönü Bay and Limanağzı

Ancient site, quiet bays & overnight near Kaş

Day 4: Kaş, Hidayet or Limanağzı and İnönü Bay

Harbour stop, lunch in a bay & overnight at İnönü

Day 5: İnönü Bay, Aperlai and Kocakarı Bay

Breakfast at İnönü, lunch at Aperlai & a peaceful evening

Day 6: Sunken City, Kaleköy and Çamlıca or Gökkaya Bay

Kekova history, lunch near Kaleköy & the final night

Day 7: Caretta Beach and Return to Demre

Friday breakfast & disembarkation at approximately 10:00

What to Expect

What to Expect on This Experience

Day 1

Demre to Gökkaya Bay

Your cruise begins at 14:00 from Andriake Harbour in Demre, where you will board Eseny Gulet, meet the crew and settle into your cabin. The first stop is Karemlik Beach, a peaceful bay known for the Caretta caretta sea turtles that are often seen swimming in the area. Lunch is served onboard here, with time to swim and relax after departure. Later in the afternoon, the gulet continues towards Gökkaya Bay, one of the best-known overnight anchorages around Kekova. Dinner is served onboard before spending your first night at anchor.

Day 2

Kaleköy, Sunken City and Kocakarı Bay

The day begins in Kaleköy, with breakfast served onboard at around 09:00. After breakfast, you will have approximately 2–3 hours of free time to explore the village at your own pace, walk along the waterfront, visit the small streets or head uphill for panoramic views over Kekova. The gulet then continues towards the Sunken City of Kekova, where ancient remains can be seen along the shoreline as the boat cruises through the protected area. Lunch is served onboard during this part of the route. In the afternoon, the journey continues to Kocakarı Bay, where you can swim and relax before dinner and an overnight stay at anchor.

Day 3

Aperlai, İnönü Bay and Limanağzı

Wake up near Aperlai, where breakfast is served onboard beside the ancient settlement. Guests who wish can make an optional visit ashore to explore the remains of Aperlai before returning to the gulet. The cruise then continues towards İnönü Bay, followed by Ufakdere Bay, with time to enjoy the quieter side of the Kaş coastline and stop for swimming along the way. By the evening, the boat reaches Limanağzı, a sheltered bay just outside Kaş. Dinner is served onboard here, followed by an overnight stay near Kaş.

Day 4

Kaş, Hidayet or Limanağzı and İnönü Bay

After breakfast in Limanağzı, the gulet makes the short journey into Kaş Harbour. Guests finishing the 3-night Demre-to-Kaş cruise disembark at around 10:00, and guests joining the Kaş-to-Demre leg board at around 14:00. Your 6-night cruise continues aboard the same Eseny Gulet. In the afternoon, we head to Hidayet Bay or Limanağzı, depending on availability, for lunch onboard and time by the water. Later, we continue to İnönü Bay for dinner and an overnight stay at anchor.

Day 5

İnönü Bay, Aperlai and Kocakarı Bay

Wake up in İnönü Bay and enjoy breakfast onboard at around 09:00. We then cruise towards Aperlai, where lunch is served beside the ancient settlement. Spend time enjoying the bay before the gulet continues to Kocakarı Bay in the afternoon. Dinner is prepared onboard, followed by another overnight stay at anchor.

Day 6

Sunken City, Kaleköy and Çamlıca or Gökkaya Bay

After breakfast in Kocakarı Bay, we cruise past the Sunken City of Kekova, viewing the protected ancient remains from the gulet. At around 13:00, we reach Kaleköy for lunch onboard. In the afternoon, the journey continues to Çamlıca Bay or Gökkaya Bay, depending on availability and conditions. Enjoy dinner onboard and your final evening at anchor along the Kekova coast.

Day 7

Caretta Beach and Return to Demre

On Friday morning, enjoy your final breakfast onboard near Caretta Beach, the area known for its Caretta caretta sea turtles. After six nights along the Kekova and Kaş coastline, we return to Andriake Harbour in Demre. Disembarkation is at approximately 10:00, after breakfast, bringing your round-trip gulet cruise to an end.

Highlights

Highlights

Swim near Caretta caretta sea turtles at Karemlik Beach.

Explore the waterfront village of Kaleköy with free time ashore.

Cruise past the protected Sunken City of Kekova.

Visit the ancient settlement of Aperlai on an optional land stop.

Swim in peaceful bays including İnönü Bay, Ufakdere and Limanağzı.

Enjoy a 6-night round-trip gulet cruise from Demre to Kaş and back, with full-board meals aboard the same yacht.

Included / Excluded

What’s Included and What’s Extra

Includes

  • Full-board meals: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or coffee with cookies, and dinner
  • All charter and berth taxes, harbour fees and port procedures
  • Mooring expenses
  • Professional crew service
  • Onboard water supply
  • Bed linen and bath towels
  • Diesel and gasoline expenses
  • Use of onboard snorkelling gear, flippers and fishing equipment
  • Yacht insurance

Excludes

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Optional land tours and entrance fees to historical sites and museums
  • Airport transfers
  • Beach towels
  • Crew gratuities (7–10% recommended, not mandatory)
  • Transportation to and from the marina or city center is not included.
  • Personal travel insurance
On Board

Life on Board

Our cabin cruises bring together a mixed-age, international group for easy-going days along the Turkish coast. The atmosphere is social without being a party cruise: join the conversation around the table, stretch out on deck, or find a quiet corner whenever you prefer.

Friends smiling on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Friends raising a toast on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Guests sharing lunch on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Friends at the bar on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Guests raising a toast on a mixed-age cruise
Two guests on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Women on a mixed-age gulet cruise
Swim, explore, repeatUnhurried days move between clear-water swim stops, islands, coves and small coastal towns.
Shared momentsFresh meals and relaxed deck time make it easy to meet fellow travellers at your own pace.
Room to unwindSunbathe, read, nap or watch the coastline pass by - the rhythm of the day stays flexible.
The Gulets

Our Gulet Fleet

This cabin cruise operates aboard Eseny Gulet, a traditional Turkish gulet. The photos below show the yacht used for this route.

Accommodation

Cabins On Board

Six double cabins accommodate up to 12 guests. Each cabin has its own en-suite bathroom.

Private ensuiteShower and toilet in every cabin
Cabin allocationContact us for cabin requests before booking
Food on Board

Freshly Prepared Meals On Board

During this 6-night, 7-day cruise, full-board meals are prepared in the onboard galley and served around the shared table: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or coffee with cookies, and dinner. The cruise finishes after breakfast on the final morning. Please tell us about dietary requirements before departure. Drinks are charged separately.

Freshly cooked fish being prepared on board
Grilled fish served on board
Dinner table on board
Fish and beverages served on board
Lunch table on board
Fresh fish meal on board
Family enjoying a meal with a view of the turquoise sea
Fresh meals served on board
Marina Fortune dinner table on board
Not Suitable For

Before You Book

Pregnant women Wheelchair users
Good to Know

Important Information

The itinerary and overnight bays may change depending on weather, sea conditions and the captain’s decision.
Swimming is not permitted at the Sunken City of Kekova due to protection regulations; the site is viewed from the gulet.
The visit to Aperlai Ancient City is optional and involves going ashore on foot.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reach Demre, Turkey?

The most convenient airport for reaching Demre is Antalya Airport. From the airport, you can arrange a private transfer directly to Demre, with the journey usually taking around 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic. Public transport is also available by travelling first to Antalya Bus Station and then taking a bus or minibus towards Demre. Dalaman Airport is another option, although the journey to Demre is generally longer.

Where does this cruise begin and end?

The cruise starts at Andriake Harbour in Demre, with check-in at approximately 14:00 on Saturday. It returns to Demre for disembarkation at approximately 10:00 on Friday, Day 7, after breakfast near Caretta Beach. Kaş is a stop midway through the cruise, rather than your final destination.

Can I book a cabin for single occupancy?

Yes. Single occupancy is available with a 70% supplement on the per-person cruise fare. Select Male (Single Supp.) or Female (Single Supp.) in the booking form to see the correct total. Cabin allocation is subject to availability.

How does cabin sharing work?

All cabins aboard Eseny Gulet are double cabins in the same category; cabin upgrades are not available. If you book alone at the standard per-person rate, you will share a cabin with another solo traveller. If you prefer a cabin to yourself, please select the single-occupancy option when booking.

Is it possible to change my departure date?

Yes. You can change your departure date free of charge, subject to availability. Contact us before your scheduled departure so we can check availability and confirm your new date.

Will there be enough space for my luggage?

For your comfort and ease of movement inside the cabin, we suggest bringing a small or medium-sized suitcase or backpack.

Can I bring my own drinks on board?

Personal alcoholic and soft drinks are not permitted on board. Drinks can be purchased from the onboard bar and are not included in the cruise price.

What meals are included?

The 6-night cruise is full board, with breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or coffee with cookies, and dinner prepared onboard. The programme ends after breakfast on Day 7. Drinks are charged separately. Please tell us about dietary requirements before departure.

Can I bring snacks on board?

Yes. You are welcome to bring snacks such as nuts, crisps and biscuits.

Can I settle my bar bill using a credit card?

Bar purchases are payable in cash on the last day of the cruise. Please bring enough cash before boarding in Demre, as access to ATMs during the trip is not guaranteed. Kaş is visited midway through the cruise on Day 4, and the trip finishes in Demre on Friday.

Are towels provided?

Bed linen and bath towels are supplied. Beach towels are not provided, so please bring your own.

Will I need to change boats in Kaş?

No. Your 6-night cruise takes place aboard the same Eseny Gulet throughout. Kaş is the midpoint of the itinerary, where guests on the shorter one-way cruises leave or join the boat. You continue on the return leg to Demre.

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