# Arkadaslik Yachting

> Arkadaslik Yachting offers private luxury gulet cruises and shared cabin cruises along the Mediterranean coast of Turkey and the Greek Dodecanese Islands. Based in Fethiye, Turkey, the company specializes in personalized sailing holidays combining coastal exploration, local culture, history, relaxation, and adventure.

Arkadaslik Yachting offers private yacht charters for families and groups, as well as shared cabin cruises for couples and independent travellers. Cruises depart from Fethiye and explore the Turkish Mediterranean coastline and nearby Greek islands.

The website provides information about cruise options, itineraries, destinations, booking arrangements, and practical travel advice. It also features original destination guides, travel articles, archaeological site information, historical background, recipes, and photography based on first-hand visits throughout Turkey and Greece.

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## About Arkadaslik Yachting

- [Home](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/): Overview of Arkadaslik Yachting, its gulet, cruise experiences, and sailing holidays.
- [Private Cruises](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/private-cruises.html): Information about private yacht charters, pricing, inclusions, onboard services, and customized itineraries.
- [Shared Cruises](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/shared-cruises.html): Information about shared cabin cruises for couples and solo travellers who want to experience a gulet holiday without chartering an entire yacht.

## Cruise Itineraries

- [Popular Cruise Itineraries](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries.html): Overview of sailing routes offered along the Turkish Mediterranean coast and in the Greek Dodecanese Islands.
- [Göcek Islands Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/gocek-islands-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Göcek Islands region of Turkey.
- [Kekova Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/kekova-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Lycian Coast, Kekova, Simena, Myra, Kaş, and surrounding destinations.
- [Carian Coast Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/carian-coast-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Carian Coast, including Marmaris, Dalyan, Kaunos, Ekincik, and surrounding destinations.
- [Dodecanese Islands Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/dodecanese-islands-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Greek Dodecanese Islands of Rhodes, Symi, Alimia, Halki, Tilos, and Nisyros.
- [Rhodes Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/rhodes-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Greek island of Rhodes and surrounding destinations.
- [Rhodes and Symi Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/itineraries/rhodes-symi-cruise.html): Detailed itinerary departing from Fethiye and exploring the Greek islands of Rhodes and Symi, with additional stops along the Turkish coastline.

## Popular Cruise Destinations

- [Popular Cruise Destinations](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations.html): Overview of destinations visited during cruises in Turkey and Greece, including coastal towns, islands, beaches, historical landmarks, and archaeological sites.

### Turkey

- [Ağa Limanı](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/aga-limani.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Ağa Limanı, a secluded bay along the Turkish coast.
- [Bozukkale](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/bozukkale.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Bozukkale and its historic coastal setting.
- [Butterfly Valley](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/butterfly-valley.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Butterfly Valley near Ölüdeniz.
- [Dalyan](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/dalyan.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Dalyan, the ancient city of Kaunos, and the region's archaeological and natural attractions.
- [Datça](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/datca.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Datça and the ancient Carian city of Knidos.
- [Gemiler Island](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/gemiler-island.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Gemiler Island and its Byzantine-era archaeological remains.
- [Göcek Islands](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/gocek-islands.html): Regional travel guide, photo gallery, and map covering the Göcek Islands and surrounding coastline.
- [House of the Virgin Mary](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/house-virgin-mary.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the House of the Virgin Mary near Selçuk.
- [Kalkan](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/kalkan.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the coastal town of Kalkan.
- [Kaş](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/kas.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Kaş and its surrounding coastal attractions.
- [Letoon](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/letoon.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Letoon, an important Lycian religious centre.
- [Marmaris](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/marmaris.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Marmaris and its surrounding coastline.
- [Myra](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/myra.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Myra, its Lycian rock-cut tombs, Roman theatre, and historical remains.
- [Ölüdeniz](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/oludeniz.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Ölüdeniz and its famous Blue Lagoon.
- [Pinara](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/pinara.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring the ancient Lycian city of Pinara.
- [Sidyma](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/sidyma.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Sidyma, an unexcavated Lycian city near Fethiye, including its tombs, monumental architecture, churches, and historical remains.
- [Simena](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/simena.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Simena, its hilltop castle, theatre, and the surrounding Kekova region.
- [St. Nicholas Church](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/st-nicholas-church.html): Historical and archaeological guide to the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre, traditionally associated with Saint Nicholas of Myra.
- [Sunken City of Kekova](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/sunken-city.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the partially submerged archaeological remains of the ancient settlement at Kekova.
- [Tlos](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/tlos.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Tlos, one of the major cities of ancient Lycia.
- [Xanthos](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/xanthos.html): Archaeological travel guide and photo gallery featuring ancient Xanthos, an important Lycian city and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

### Greece

- [Alimia](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/alimia.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the Greek island of Alimia.
- [Halki](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/halki.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the Greek island of Halki.
- [Kastellorizo](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/kastellorizo.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the Greek island of Kastellorizo, also known as Megisti.
- [Lindos on Rhodes](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/lindos.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Lindos, its ancient acropolis, and historic village on the island of Rhodes.
- [Panormitis, Symi](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/panormitis.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Panormitis Monastery and its surroundings on the Greek island of Symi.
- [Rhodes](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/rhodes.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring Rhodes Old Town and surrounding attractions on the Greek island of Rhodes.
- [Symi](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/destinations/symi.html): Destination guide and photo gallery featuring the Greek island of Symi, its harbour, traditional architecture, and historic sites.

## Travel Information

- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/faq.html): Answers to common questions about cruise bookings, pricing, inclusions, accommodation, onboard arrangements, travel preparations, and sailing holidays in Turkey and Greece.

## Travel Articles and Resources

The website's archive includes practical travel advice, articles about gulet cruises and sailing, Turkish culture and destinations, Mediterranean marine life, personal stories, and recipes. The following selection highlights useful evergreen resources and original articles.

### Gulets and Blue Cruises

- [All About Gulets - Part 1: The History of Gulets](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/all-about-gulets-part-1.html): An introduction to the history and development of traditional Turkish gulets.
- [All About Gulets - Part 2: Things to Consider Before Booking a Gulet  Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/all-about-gulets-part-2.html): Factors to consider when choosing and booking a gulet cruise.
- [All About Gulets - Part 3: How to Book the Perfect Gulet Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/all-about-gulets-part-3.html): Practical advice on planning and booking a gulet holiday.
- [All About Gulets - Part 4: What to Pack for Your Gulet Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/all-about-gulets-part-4.html): Packing advice for a gulet holiday.
- [All About Gulets - Part 5: What to Expect During a Gulet Cruise](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/all-about-gulets-part-5.html): An overview of daily life and what guests can expect aboard a gulet.
- [Turkish Gulets: The Ultimate Guide](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/gulet.html): An overview of gulet types, styles, and characteristics.
- [What Is a Blue Cruise?](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/blue-cruise.html): An introduction to the Blue Cruise tradition and what to expect from a multi-day gulet holiday.
- [Preventing Seasickness: Sailor-Tested Tips for Smooth Sailing](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/preventing-seasickness.html): Practical advice for preventing and managing seasickness during a boat trip.
- [Sleeping on a Boat](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/sleeping-on-boat.html): Answers common questions about sleeping arrangements and comfort aboard a boat.
- [Does Renaming a Boat Really Bring Bad Luck?](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/renaming-boat.html): A personal account of renaming Arkadaslik and the traditions and precautions associated with changing a boat's name.

### Travel in Turkey and Greece

- [The Turkish Dress Code: A Female Traveler's Guide to What to Wear in Turkey](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/dressing-in-turkey.html): Practical guidance for women about clothing, local customs, and what to wear when travelling in Turkey.
- [81 Fun and Interesting Things to Do in Turkey](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/things-to-do-turkey.html): A collection of popular and lesser-known places, activities, and experiences for visitors to Turkey.
- [Which Is Better: Athens or Istanbul?](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/athens-istanbul.html): Personal recommendations to help travellers plan visits to Athens and Istanbul when time is limited.
- [Can You See Rhodes from Çalış?](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/can-you-see-rhodes-from-calis.html): A straightforward, science-based examination of whether Rhodes can be seen from Çalış Beach near Fethiye.
- [Saint Nicholas of Myra](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/saint-nicholas-myra.html): An account of the life and legend of Saint Nicholas, with photographs of the church and statuary dedicated to him in Demre, Turkey.

### Maritime History and Marine Life

- [15 Nautical Terms You Use Every Day](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/common-nautical-terms.html): The origins and history of nautical terms that have become part of everyday English.
- [Anchors Away](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/anchors-away.html): A true story about anchor problems at sea, alongside an explanation of anchor terminology.
- [Are There Sharks in Turkey?](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/sharks.html): Answers travellers' questions about shark species, shark encounters, and the risk of shark attacks in the Turkish Mediterranean.

### About Arkadaslik Yachting

- [5 Things That Make Us Different from Other Yachting Companies](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/different-from-others.html): A personal account of the characteristics and approach that distinguish Arkadaslik Yachting.
- [My #1 Most-Frequently-Asked Question](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/frequently-asked-question.html): The story of how a visually-impaired, Canadian woman moved to Turkey and established a private yacht charter business.
- [Here Comes the Sun](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/here-comes-the-sun.html): A personal story about overcoming adversity, rebuilding a life after a house fire, and establishing Arkadaslik Yachting in Turkey.
- [Romance on the High Seas](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/romance-high-seas.html): A tongue-in-cheek look at the realities of living full-time aboard a Turkish gulet.

### Turkish Recipes

- [Recipe: Carrot Tarator](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/recipe-carrot-tarator.html): A straightforward recipe for preparing traditional carrot tarator.
- [Recipe: Courgette Tarator](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/recipe-courgette-tarator.html): A recipe for preparing courgette (zucchini) tarator.
- [Recipe: Green Bean Casserole](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives/recipe-green-bean-casserole.html): A recipe for preparing green bean casserole.

- [Complete Article Archive](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/archives.html): Index of archived blog articles, recipes, cruise stories, and Lycian Trail hiking accounts.

## Contact and Reservations

- [Contact Arkadaslik Yachting](https://www.arkadaslik-yachting.com/): Contact information for cruise enquiries, reservations, and general questions.