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Blue Voyage

Turkish Gulets 

Amazing masterpieces in all shades of Turkish blue… Gulets are wooden sailing vessels traditionally built along the coast of Türkiye that have evolved into motor/sail yachts. Averaging a length of 70 to 80 feet, they feature a broad beam and two masts. The wide stern is ideal for dining, whereas an awning provides protection from the sun. The spacious foredeck has plenty of room for moving around and sunbathing. These classic boats will offer you unparalleled comfort. 

The average boat has 4 to 6 cabins below deck with a double and twin beds. Boat builders of different regions have their own unique designs for these amazing gulets. You can find the most popular gulets in Bodrum, Marmaris, and Fethiye. Compared to others, the Bodrum gulets stand out with their unique shape. Gulet-type vessels are characterized by their sterns that have a more rounded shape, and by their entire bodies that are very low and close to the water. In other areas, such as Marmaris and Fethiye, over time boat builders have discovered that if they raise the stern higher, they can gain additional space.

Bodrum 

One of the most celebrated holiday destinations in Türkiye and the world, Bodrum needs no introduction! Bodrum is a paradise for travellers, home to yachts and to the unique local gulets, whitewashed houses, and an abundance of famous bays. There is a myriad of remote beaches and sparkling turquoise bays waiting for you to explore... Be the captain of your own fantastic adventure! 

The best-known bays in the region are Iassos Bay, Bağla Bay, Adaboğazı Bay, Akvaryum Bay, Karaincir Bay, Küçük Akvaryum Bay, Akyarlar Bay, Meteor Bay, Gümüşlük Bay, Bitez Bay, Yalıkavak Bay, Turgutreis Günbatımı Bay, Kargıcak Bay, Küçükbük Bay, Göltürkbükü Cennet Bay, Kızıl Bay, Aspat Bay, Hattat Palmiye Bay, Orak Island, and Karaada Island. 

Gökova Bay 

Gökova (Kerme) Bay is a narrow gulf extending about 100 kilometres along the southeast of Anatolia, between the Bodrum and Datça Peninsulas.

Kos (İstanköy) Island lies along the gulf’s exit. The bay is removed from the highway and due to its unique geography, there are few settlements there, providing ideal conditions for sailing and yachting. Bodrum, Milas, Muğla, Ula, Marmaris, and Datça are aligned clockwise along the shoreline. Gökova Bay is a shining gem in this corner of paradise. It is an extremely popular destination for Türkiye’s Blue Cruise routes. 

Home to dozens of natural wonders, pristine waters, and sparkling untouched bays, Gökova Bay is well known for the following bays: Karaada, Orak Island, Gerence Bay, Büyük Çatı Bay, Küçük Çatı Bay, Maden Bay, Çamaltı Bay, Bekar Bay, Uzun Liman (Long Port), Babuş Bükü, Küfre Bay, Löngöz Bay, Çanak Bay, Değirmen Bükü, Hırsız Bay, Çökertme Bay, Ören Bay, Söğüt Bay, Akbük Bay, Okluk Bay, Çanak Bay/ İngiliz Limanı (English Port), Yedi Adalar (Seven Islands), Lacivert (Dark Blue) Bay, Tavşan Adası (Rabbit Island), İncekum Beach, Sedir Island, Underwater Caves, Çamlı Bay, and Akyaka Bay. 

Datça 

The Datça Peninsula has both large and small bays on the Aegean and Mediterranean sides due to its mountainous terrain.

The hundreds of bays in the region - most of them accessible by boat - provide infinite opportunities to make the blue water journey your own.

Datça is a holiday hotspot located at the junction of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. The region is known for its unique mix of unmatched natural beauties and ancient sites that reveal thousands of years of history.  

The bays of Datça on the Mediterranean side, starting in the east from Balıkaşıran are Lindos, Hurmalıbük, Günlücek Bükü, Kurucabük, Kovanlık, Çiftlik Bay, Karabük, Sarıliman, Karaincir, Güllük Bay, Datça Port, Kargı, Armutlusu, Gökliman, İncirliğin, İnceburun Bay, Domuzçukuru, Kızılbük, Kargılıbük, Hayıtbükü, Ovabükü, Kurubük, Akçabük, Palamutbükü, Bükceğiz, Bağlarözü, Bağaltı, Domuz İni, and Knidos Port. 

The Datça bays on the Aegean coast are Küçük Çatı, Çatı, Ballıca Bükü, Boynuzcuk, Armonika, Gerence, Alafakı, Eksera, Küçük Çakal, Çakal, Old Port (Gölyeri), Alavara, Meriç, Gereme, İnceburun, Karaköy Gerence, Yelimlik, Oturakçam, Merdivenli, Mersincik, Murdala, Poyraz liman, Değirmenbükü, Barkas, and Knidos. 

Marmaris 

The Datça Peninsula and Kerme Bay to the west, the Mediterranean Sea to the south... Marmaris is a resort town and a mesmerizing meeting point of ancient and modern, green and blue, the Aegean and the Mediterranean... It’s hard to find words to describe the rich history, natural beauty, and cultural heritage of this stunning region. Marmaris is home to numerous bohemian, original, and modern buildings, and appeals to amateur sailors with its numerous bays. 

The most popular bays of Marmaris include Adaköy, Sedir Island, Keçi Island, Güvercin Island, Cennet Island, Serçe Bay, Bozukkale Bay, Bozburun, Kocabahçe Bay, Çiftlik Bay, Kız Kumu Bay, Turunç Bay, Selimiye Bay, Bördübet Bay, Bencik Bay, Orhaniye, Dirsek Bükü Bay, and Kadırga Bay. 

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