Turkey Voyager
Sailing Route Guide
Check out the stops, activities, and highlights on board the Turkey Voyager.
Sailing Holidays for 20 to 30 Somethings
Important Tips for Your Journey
Meeting Point
Your meeting point will be at the Yacht Classic Hotel, Fethiye.
Our team will be waiting to meet you here on Saturday from 11 am. You can drop your bags off, meet the crew, and get ready for your trip. Arriving early will give you plenty of time to head to the local supermarket and pick up your favourite drinks and snacks.
You will board your yacht between 1pm and 3pm. We recommend arriving at the marina no later than 2pm.
We recommend downloading WhatsApp as your main point of contact with the crew before and during your trip! If you are running late or need to contact the team, please use this number: +44 203 637 0071
From your meeting point, you will head to your yacht for check-in, meet your Skipper, get settled, and complete the safety briefing onboard your yacht.
Your yacht will arrive at your final stop, Fethiye, between 1pm and 3pm on the following Friday. Final check-out will be at 5pm.
Your yacht will arrive at your final stop, Fethiye, between 1pm and 3pm on the following Friday. Final check-out will be at 5pm.
Getting There
Dalaman International Airport (DLM)
Fethiye is located 50km from Dalaman International Airport and can easily be reached within an hour. From the Airport, you have the choice of taking a private taxi or the Havas shuttle bus.
Private Taxi
Private taxi services are readily available for hire directly outside the Arrivals Terminal.
Expect to pay the following rates:
- Taxi: 1 to 4 passengers – €40
- Mini-bus: Up to 8 passengers – €50
Havas Shuttle Bus (approx €3 per person)
The Havas shuttle service from Dalaman Airport to Fethiye departs 25 minutes after aircraft arrival times. You can find this shuttle service directly outside the Arrivals Terminal and you can purchase a ticket upon arrival. Get off the bus in central Fethiye and take a short taxi to your meeting point.
Before You Go
Budgeting Tips
Daily Budget
As a rule you will find that the prices in Turkey are no different than other major European destinations such as France, Germany or Italy, so keep that in mind when you are budgeting for your sailing holiday.
To help you make the most of your sailing experience in this beautiful country, we recommend (as a guide) 1600-1900 Turkish Lira (€50-€60) per day to cover your evening meal and drinks, excluding any activities (see below for more info on pricing for activities).
Please note that some restaurants and activities only accept cash. We recommend withdrawing between 6000 – 7000 Turkish Lira to use in these instances. This can be done in one transaction in Fethiye or you could withdraw half in Fethiye and the remainder in Gocek if you would prefer.
Group Dinners
At least 2 of the evenings of your sailing holiday we will overnight in a secluded bay, where the moorings are owned by a local restaurant. It is customary on these nights for guests to eat at the restaurant, and according to local traditions, the Skipper will enjoy a complimentary meal.
These kinds of restaurants are very common along this coast and typically will have higher prices than restaurants in larger villages. They are an essential part of sailing in Turkey, and we choose to visit these restaurants to allow guests access to stunning areas that larger boats and tours do not have access to. This provides support to communities that rely on tourism for their income and also gives us a chance to come together as a flotilla and get to know guests on other yachts.
Tipping
In the yachting industry, it is customary to tip your Skipper. If you feel that your Skipper has done an awesome job during your week onboard, please feel free to tip them at the end of the week, the industry standard is 5 – 10% of the trip cost. Similarly, it is customary to consider tipping up to 10% for a meal at restaurants throughout Turkey.
Taxis & Transfers
Some ports where we dock are a short trip via water taxi or transfer from the main town. The reason we park here is because it is not practical to dock in the main town, or regulations do not allow it. The taxi cost is nominal (€10 per person, one way). Please note some services have a minimum capacity so make sure you group together to make this as cheap as possible.
Boat Life
WHAT TO EXPECT
Check out the stops, activities, and highlights on board the Turkey Voyager Route.
Route Activities
All optional activities are organised and paid for during the week in the local currency.
Sustainable Sailing
At MedSailors, we are committed to continuous improvements in environmental, economic & social sustainability and want to ensure we all travel more responsibly on and off the water. Here are some ideas on how you can help us leave smiles not waste.
Reducing Pointless Plastics
One of the biggest environmental issues today is plastic and sadly the hardest hit is our beautiful ocean. We ask that you minimise your use of plastic whilst on holiday with us by packing a reusable tote bag to use when shopping and also saying no to pointless plastics during the trip.
We also ask that you pack a reusable water bottle for the trip!
Recycled Floatie Programme
To reduce plastic, we are recycling our past guest’s floaties! For a small donation, we have a limited selection of lilos, rings, unicorns, and even the odd pineapple available at check-in. All proceeds will go to a local charity, so you get a great deal, a super floaty and we are protecting our oceans!
Ocean Friendly Toiletries
If you can, please bring ocean-friendly products to use on board the yachts – this means eco-friendly sun creams, soaps, deodorants, and so on. With so much time spent in the water, we want to make sure we are keeping our ocean as pristine as possible and clean for our future guests (and generations)!
Safety at Sea
Local Payment
There is a local payment of €150 per person, this covers all your yacht’s running costs including the marina fees, local taxes, the yacht’s fuel, the damage deposit waiver, and the charter pack.
All local payments must be paid in Euro(€) currency.
You can make this payment in advance of your holiday or at check-in using the link below.
Please remember to keep your receipt to show to your Skipper and Host at check-in.
Local Weather and Temperature
Turkey's climate is primarily Mediterranean, offering hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, especially in the coastal regions.
As you venture inland, the temperatures become more pronounced, with hotter summers and colder winters.
Expect comfortable temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C through April, May, September, and October.
During the peak of summer (June to September), coastal areas like the south coast can see temperatures climbing into the late-thirties.
Frequently Asked Questions
The primary language spoken in Turkey is Turkish, recognised as the country's official language. Over 85-90% of the population speaks it as their mother tongue. Over thirty minority, immigrant, and foreign languages are spoken in Turkey, including Arabic, Zazaki, Kurdish, Ladino, Armenian, and Kabardian. English is widely spoken among younger generations and in tourist areas.
Turkish cuisine is a rich and diverse culinary tradition influenced by various historical periods, including the Central Asian Turks, Seljuks, and the Ottoman Empire. Turkish cuisine combines flavours and textures, emphasising fresh ingredients and bold spices. It is characterised by various foods, including cereals, pastries, vegetables, and herbs mixed with meat.
The best time to sail in Turkey is from April to October, with warm temperatures and many hours of sunshine. The Meltemi, the fair-weather wind of the Aegean, blows consistently throughout the summer, making for dreamy sailing conditions. The mild Mediterranean climate and long hours of sunshine also make Turkey an ideal area for a spring or autumn trip.
Yes! Hidirellez, for example, is an annual holiday in early May that celebrates the arrival of spring by planting seeds of hope for the future. The origins of the festival date back thousands of years, and while the essence of the festival is shared throughout the country, each region has unique traditions.
Another is the Kirkpinar Oil Wrestling Championship, one of the world's oldest continuously running sports competitions, where wrestlers get doused in olive oil and grapple with each other. It is held over several days in late June and is a great opportunity to see Turkey's national sport celebrated with gusto and fanfare.
Although there are many different routes in Turkey, the most preferred MedSailors route departs from Fethiye and takes in iconic locations such as Oludeniz beach and Butterfly Valley.
Go snorkelling with turtles, try the best kebabs in Turkey, visit the iconic Cleopatra's bath house, and try your own Turkish bath experience. From iconic cultural heritage sites to refreshing dips in turquoise waters along the coast, MedSailors has a curated Turkey Voyager sailing route that promises to show you the best of the country. Book a trip with us today!
Get in touch
If you have any further questions about your trip, please email sales@medsailors.com or book in a call with one of our team. If you or anyone you are travelling with has any particular health needs or allergies let us know.
