Solos Exclusives is taking to the beautiful waters along the Turkish coast. Join us on a small-gulet cruising experience of discovery along the glorious coastline between Kemer and Kekova. This region is home to many small islands, extensive caves, an abundance of sea life and secluded coves backed by sheer cliffs and rugged hills, many of which can only be accessed by sea. This simple, traditional style of cruising is the perfect way to spend a week with your fellow Solos guests.
Extras
We arrive at Antalya airport and transfer to our gulet. Boarding will be after 16:00 from Kemer Marina or from a nearby bay. After check-in, we’ll enjoy a welcome drink, orientation and a safety briefing with our Tour Leader and crew, followed by our first evening meal together. If arrivals are late, timings for these will be altered to suit all guests.
After breakfast, we will be informed about the cruise itinerary and the boat. We then sail to the ancient city of Olympos. Olympos, one of the most important port cities of Lycia and has been part of mythological stories throughout history. Olympos was a home for pirates due to its suitable location. In the past and today it is now known all over the world because of its historical values and ancient ruins. This long stretch of beautiful coast, endemic plantation, and wooden houses provide a beautiful backdrop for the days sailing experience.
After lunch and a swimming break, we will be heading to Adrasan Çavus Bay for dinner and an overnight stay.
Early in the morning, we cruise to Demre. After breakfast in Çayağzı, we have the choice to join the optional tour (extra cost) to the ruins of Myra, a Lycia city which was also the city of the Bishop St. Nicholas who was known as ‘the protector’ of the children, the poor, and the sailors in Byzantines’ time. If a lazy day is what is required, the Gulet is the perfect place for a spot of rest and relaxation.
Our boat then cruises to Gökkaya Bay where we will anchor for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, we will cruise over Batık Şehir (Sunken City). We will then be docking at Tersane Bay for lunch and a swimming break.
For dinner and our overnight stay, we will sail on and anchor at Üçağız Bay.
After having breakfast in Üçağız, we will cruise to Simena. We can take the opportunity to visit Genoese Castle and the ruins of a theatre which had a capacity for 300 people in Simena. Dinner and our overnight stay will be in Kekova.
We will start our cruise early in the morning and arrive at Ceneviz Harbour or Sazak Bay.
After lunch, we will continue on and anchor at Phaselis Bay. Phaselis was founded as a colony of the Rhodesians in the 7th century B.C. Phaselis has three different bays and its people used to earn their living from the sea. The city was also famous for the perfume trade in the ancient times. We can walk around this antique town which is located on the seashore and full of antique ruins.
Dinner and an overnight stay will be in this beautiful bay.
After breakfast, we will cruise to Alacasu or Ayışığı Bay.
We enjoy our final evening meal together on board in Kemer or a nearby bay.
After breakfast, you will have some time at leisure before we transfer to Antalya airport for our flight home.
Beyzade traditional wooden gulet is a 24m long boat with 9 en suite cabins operated by 3 crew.
Gulet facilities include an indoor and outdoor lounge bar/dining area, sun deck and air conditioning (see FAQ’s for further information)
Our simply furnished cabins are ensuite with shower wet room with toilet and sink and hairdryer
Frequently Asked Questions
The transfer time from Antalya Airport to Kemer is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Please note:
Boat Specifications:
– Length: 26.80 mt.
– Width: 6.35 mt.
– Depth: 2.54 mt.
– Motor: Man 422 HP
– Generator: 33 Kw
– Electric: 24 / 220 Volt
– Diesel Tank: 2.000 Lt. Potable
– Water Tank: 6.000 Lt. Waste
– Water Tank: 4.000 Lt.
– Sail: 2 Flog
– Air-Conditioning: Full
– 3 Crew
Please note electricity is supplied often by the use of the generator (the generator can be loud at times whilst in full action). This means there is up to 1 hour of air conditioning and 4 hours of power per day.
You may wish to take an optional excursion during the course of your stay. Full details will be given at the Information Meeting The prices quoted, are a guideline only, as these can vary, depending on numbers etc. The exact amount will be given at your Information Meeting. Your Tour Leader will help arrange these for you but may not necessarily accompany you.
Payment for excursions can be in Turkish Lira or GBP – cash only
Please note:- Optional excursions are not guaranteed and are based on minimum numbers. The prices quoted are guideline only and may involve other non-Solos holidaymakers.
Casual, cotton, lightweight daytime wear is the order of the day. Comfortable shoes are a must for sightseeing and please note shoes are not to be worn while on board.
Turkish Lira.
Please note Euro and GBP are also widely accepted in this region.
We suggest a Group Collection to cover transfer drivers, and boat crew of approx £70 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate percentage add on.
Average Temperatures
| Month(s) | Highest temperature | Lowest temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12 °C | 8 °C |
| February | 13 °C | 9 °C |
| March | 16 °C | 10 °C |
| April | 19 °C | 13 °C |
| May | 23 °C | 16 °C |
| June | 28 °C | 21 °C |
| July | 31 °C | 23 °C |
| August | 32 °C | 24 °C |
| September | 29 °C | 21 °C |
| October | 24 °C | 18 °C |
| November | 19 °C | 13 °C |
| December | 14 °C | 10 °C |
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