Travel Spotlights; Gocek

Gocek is a perfect fit for private gulet yacht tours. Destination is ideal in Turkey’s starting point for the ones who don’t like crowds and commotion. Gocek is one of the least crowded and most sought after relaxing blue voyages place in the Mediterranean. Gocek and its surrounding is simply a scenic beauty.

History in Mystery

In ancient times Gocek was home to Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman and is situated in an ancient Lycian way that’s why it has a rich history. According to legend, it is in this area that Icarus landed and drowned following his escape from imprisonment in Crete because of his father’s advice to him as “Do not to fly too close to the sun as it would melt your wings”. During the Ottoman Era chromium was extracted in mines nearby and loaded onto ships in the natural harbor.

Along your voyage on Gocek bays you can see many ancient ruins near the seaside and on the rocky hills. The ancient city of Kaunos is very famous with 170 rock-cut tombs pay homage to those who died within the era. Of these 170, perhaps the most magnificent are the five Temple Tombs, which stand witness out over the Dalyan River. Gocek offers historical sightseeing such as Telmessos, Fethiye Museum, Tlos, Pınara, Letoon, Xanthos, and Patara.

Must-Do, Private Gulet Charter

When you are snorkeling and swimming in Turquoise waters with your gulet. After anchored reach the islands by the swim and enjoy sunbathing in peaceful and secluded bays. These will help to recharge yourself.

If you need just a relaxing holiday in a magnificent nature, you can choose Gocek or add Gocek to your route in your private gulet yacht voyage. To the Göcek gulets start points can be Marmaris, Fethiye, and Bodrum. Also a different combination of routes is always possible. It became a trendy gathering place for yacht charterers in recent years, especially 12 islands are very popular for blue voyage lovers.