Exciting Blue Voyages Routes !
Author: Sencan TASCI
When it comes to sea vacations, Turkey‘s uniquely beautiful coasts surrounded by the sea on three sides are quite remarkable and worth experiencing. Indeed, with the Aegean, Mediterranean, Marmara and Black Sea, Turkey offers many options for a beach vacation. With organized beaches, unmanaged bays, islands big and small, and boat tours, you could spend your entire summer vacation touring Turkey’s coasts and still not be able to explore all its beauties to the fullest. The best way to spend a pleasant summer vacation in the unexplored rare bays of our country is to join a blue cruise!
Turkey’s blue voyage routes are spread over a wide area. A blue cruise is a unique experience at sea to explore Turkey’s coasts and islands full of unique beauties.
The most active period for Blue Cruise is June, July and August. Since the summer season is the most crowded period in terms of boat tourism, those who want calmness and fewer boats in the bay can also prefer May, September and October. Our recommendation would be May and September when the weather conditions are ideal.
We have researched the most popular blue voyage routes in Turkey that can make your summer vacation more enjoyable. How about taking a look at the details together?
1-Marmaris-Fethiye:
This route is one of the most popular blue cruise routes in Turkey. Other stops include Dalyan River and Iztuzu Beach, Oludeniz, Göcek and Cleopatra Island. Dalyan River and Iztuzu Beach are famous for their natural beauty, Caretta Caretta turtles and ancient ruins. Oludeniz is famous for its turquoise waters, rich marine life and Babadag mountain, ideal for paragliding. Gocek is famous for its luxury yachts and yacht clubs. Cleopatra Island is a great place for tourists to explore ancient ruins and visit wonderful beaches for swimming.
Marmaris-Fethiye blue voyages is a great opportunity for vacationers to discover natural beauties, ancient ruins and local delicacies.
2-Bodrum-Gökova-Knidos:
Bodrum is one of the first places that comes to mind when it comes to summer vacations, popular for both sea vacation and yacht tourism. Starting from Bodrum, this route passes through the Gulf of Gokova and extends to the ancient city of Knidos at the end of the Datca Peninsula. On this route, there are natural beauties such as the famous Sedir Island, Floodplain Forests, Palamutbuku and Akbuk.
3-Fethiye-Kas-Kekova:
Starting from Fethiye, this route includes Kas and Kekova. Along this route, there are also tourist attractions such as Saklikent Canyon, Kalkan and Patara Beach, as well as the historic Lycian Way.
The tour is usually a 3-4 day tour and starts from Fethiye. It can depart from the marinas in Fethiye or from Oludeniz. The first stop is usually Butterfly Valley. Here tourists can explore breathtaking natural beauty, turquoise waters and beaches with swimming opportunities. You will have the opportunity to explore Kaputas Beach and the historical and cultural sites of Kalkan.
Kas is famous for its ancient ruins, hidden coves and natural beauty. Kekova is one of the most important stops on this tour. Here tourists can explore the historic Simena Castle, sunken city and hidden coves. Kekova is one of the best diving and snorkeling destinations in Turkey.
Fethiye-Kas-Kekova blue voyage is a great opportunity for vacationers to discover natural beauties, ancient ruins and local delicacies. There are many activities to do during the tour and local delicacies can be tasted. This tour is a great choice for those who want to explore some of Turkey’s most beautiful coasts.
4-Antalya-Kemer-Olympos:
The Kemer and Olympos region of Antalya is famous for its turquoise waters, hidden bays and historical riches. Antalya Kemer-Olimpos blue voyage usually lasts half a day or full day and offers tourists many opportunities to explore the beauties of the region.
Between Kemer and Olympos, boat tours usually cover places such as Adrasan, Ceneviz Bay, Sazak Bay, Porto Ceneviz and Phaselis Ancient City. Along these tour routes, tourists discover turquoise waters, hidden coves, natural beauties, ancient ruins and historical riches.
5-Cesme-Alacati-Sakiz Island:
If you want to spend your summer vacation in the heart of the Aegean, this tour is for you! Cesme me and Alacati, one of the most popular destinations of recent years, is a pleasant journey to the charming Greek islands and I think no one can say no to a tour with Mediterranean flavors.
This route starts in Izmir in western Turkey and includes Cesme, Alacati and Chios. This route includes tourist attractions such as the historic harbor of Alacati, the old villages of Chios, the ancient city of Erythrai and the crystal clear sea of Cesme.
6-Gocek-Yassica Islands:
Located in the Gulf of Gocek, the Yassica Islands are famous for their turquoise waters and natural beauty. Here you can do activities such as swimming, snorkeling and canoeing.
The most important feature of Gocek, where the blue sea meets the green forest and is adorned with the magical shade of turquoise, must be its topographical structure. There are many large and small islands and bays around Gocek. Gocek Island, Tersane Island, Pig Island, Yassica Islands, Zeytinada, Kızılada, Rabbit Island and Katrancik Island are like small green hills that have sprung up out of the sea, like gigantic buoys for yachts. Gocek is indeed home to a perfect nature surrounded by pine forests and a variety of coves, and we would not be exaggerating if we say that Gocek is the first in blue voyage. Ciftlik Bay, Doruklu, Osmanaga Bay, Gunluklu Bay, Boynuz Buku, Bedri Rahmi, Sirali, Sarsala, Manastır and Gobun are just a few of them… Each bay you will visit is like a little paradise on its own for blue cruise enthusiasts…
7-Bodrum-Gumusluk-Turgutreis:
Starting from Bodrum and stretching to Gumusluk and Turgutreis, this route includes turquoise waters as well as ancient ruins.
It is a popular route located on the Bodrum Peninsula. This tour is usually organized as a 3-4 day trip and many different bays and beaches are visited during the tour.
Here, tourists usually visit historical buildings such as Bodrum Castle, Ancient Theater, Mausoleum of Halicarnassus. Then, board the tour boats and head to Gumusluk. Gumusluk is famous for its turquoise waters, small restaurants and ancient ruins. Turgutreis is the next destination after Gumusluk. Turgutreis is famous for its beaches, restaurants and shops. Here, tourists can taste local delicacies, shop and enjoy swimming in the sea.
Bodrum-Gumusluk-Turgutreis blue voyage offers a great opportunity to explore the beauties of nature, historical buildings and delicious food. This tour can be a great option for those who will vacation in Turkey.
8-Datca-Bozburun-Seven Islands:
Starting from Datca and extending to Bozburun Peninsula and the Seven Islands, this route is ideal for exploring the magnificent bays and beaches.
Bozburun Peninsula is a very important place for yacht and boat tourism. Thanks to its location, it is one of the most preferred blue cruise destinations with its spontaneously calm sea and bays ranging between turquoise and dark blue. Bozburun blue voyage can be combined with Marmaris, Hisaronu Bay and Gokova Bay. Another feature is that it is close to the Greek Islands.
9-Istanbul Bosporus:
The Bosphorus is famous for its magnificent views, historical buildings and palaces. There are many tour options to witness these unique beauties of the Bosphorus.
Istanbul Bosphorus cruise can be a great option for those who want to explore the historical and natural beauties of Istanbul. The Istanbul blue cruise usually lasts 2-3 hours, but some can last a full day or longer.
The starting point of the tour is usually one of the harbors in different parts of Istanbul such as Besiktas, Kabatas, Eminonu or Kadıkoy. The boat trip is organized to see the narrow and imposing view of the Bosphorus, historical bridges, palaces and mansions, as well as to explore the beauties of the Marmara Sea.
The tour is usually accompanied by a guide. The guide tells the tourists the stories of the historical places and natural beauties they see on the Bosphorus. Many places on the Bosphorus are visited, especially Ortakoy, Bebek, Kanlica, Anadolu Hisari and Rumeli Hisari, where hundreds of years old historical mansions and palaces are located.
The tour also includes visits to the Princes Islands, Buyukada and Heybeliada. These islands are a bit far from the center of Istanbul, but they are easily accessible by boat. On the islands, you can enjoy cycling, hiking, sunbathing on the beaches or enjoying unique Turkish delicacies in restaurants.
The Istanbul blue cruise is a great option for those who want to see the sights and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Istanbul. During the tour, you can taste different dishes, explore historical buildings and enjoy the sun.
10-Ayvalik-Cunda Island:
Starting from Ayvalik to Cunda Island, this route is ideal for exploring the beauty of the Aegean Sea. Here you will find delicious food as well as historic churches and buildings.
The starting point of the tour is usually the port of Ayvalik. The boats used on the tour are usually “gulets”, which are wooden traditional Turkish boats. These boats offer a cozy and comfortable travel opportunity. During the boat tours, a guide usually accompanies the tourists and tells the stories of the historical places of Ayvalik.
During the Ayvalik Cunda Island blue voyage, tourists explore the islands, beaches and beauties in the bay of Ayvalik. These include Cunda Island, Lale Island, Hayirsiz Island, Gomec Island, Moskonisi Island and Kerbela Bay.
Cunda Island is one of the most popular places visited during the tour. Cunda Island attracts tourists with its historical Greek houses and churches, narrow streets and beautiful beaches. There is also the opportunity to swim, sunbathe and relax on the olive tree-lined beaches and islands of Ayvalik. Tourists may also enjoy the food served on the boats. Aegean cuisine, fresh fish, appetizers and olive oil dishes add color to the tour.
Besides these suggestions, there are many more beautiful blue cruise routes in Turkey. No matter which route you choose, Turkey’s blue voyage routes will offer an unforgettable vacation experience with the beauty of nature, historical buildings and delicious food.
For all blue cruise lovers who want to experience this unforgettable experience this summer, we recommend that you book a private plane with the features you want immediately to avoid being affected by high season prices.
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We wish you a pleasant blue voyage experience…