3 Day Olympos to Oludeniz Blue Cruise – Kekova, Kas & Butterfly Valley

Highlights of the 3 Day Olympos to Oludeniz Blue Cruise

Sail the most beautiful stretch of Turkey's Turquoise Coast on this classic 3 day Olympos to Oludeniz blue cruise, a relaxed gulet voyage that drifts westward along the Lycian shore from the pine-clad ruins of Olympos to the famous Blue Lagoon of Oludeniz. Over three days and two nights aboard a traditional wooden gulet you swim in crystal-clear bays, glide above the eerie sunken city of Kekova, wander the castle village of Kalekoy, explore the fishing town of Kas and finish beneath the paragliders of Babadag at Oludeniz. With all meals, your cabin and an easygoing pace included, this blue cruise is the perfect way to unwind and see the hidden coves that no road can reach.

The route threads together some of the Mediterranean's most legendary anchorages — Demre, the ancient Myra and home of St Nicholas; the Kekova sunken city with its half-submerged Lycian ruins; Simena (Kalekoy) with its crusader castle rising straight from the sea; the turtle-breeding waters of Gokkaya Bay; the lively harbour of Kas with its ancient theatre and the Antiphellos ruins; the whitewashed town of Kalkan; the free-swimming paradise of Butterfly Valley beneath the slopes of Babadag; and finally the iconic Oludeniz Blue Lagoon. It is a journey through Lycian history, turtle habitats and postcard-perfect swimming stops in equal measure.

Cruise Highlights

• Kekova Sunken City — sail above the half-submerged Lycian ruins of Kekova Island, visible beneath the clear water.
• Simena & Kalekoy castle — hike up to the medieval castle for sweeping views over the bay.
• Gokkaya Bay — spend the night at anchor in a tranquil cove known as a sea-turtle breeding ground.
• Kas & Kalkan — explore the charming fishing village of Kas with its ancient theatre and Antiphellos ruins, and cruise past elegant Kalkan.
• Butterfly Valley & Oludeniz — swim in Butterfly Valley beneath Babadag and finish at the world-famous Oludeniz Blue Lagoon.
• Full-board gulet cruise — ensuite cabins, breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea all included.

Life Aboard a Traditional Gulet

You sleep aboard a traditional Turkish gulet in a comfortable twin, double, triple or quad cabin, each with its own private bathroom and shower; linen and bath towels are provided, and couples can request a double cabin in advance. Days are spent swimming, snorkelling and sunbathing on deck between anchorages, while the crew prepares freshly cooked meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea are all included, with drinking water throughout and a bar on board for extra drinks. The cruise is self-guided and deliberately unhurried, with a maximum of 20 guests, making it ideal for travellers who want to switch off and let the Turquoise Coast set the rhythm. Children aged 7 and over are welcome.