Sail on turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea along ancient cities, romantic ruins, beautiful coves and islands embraced by  imposing coastal mountains of ancient Anatolia. Between May and October we have gulets (6 cabin yachts) departing every Saturday from Bodrum and Marmaris. Departures are guaranteed for individuals. The trip includes all meals. Please find below the itineraries and prices.

ITINERARIES
THE LYCIAN COAST :  Departure from Marmaris

Day 1 Sat    Marmaris
Afternoon rendezvous and embarkation in the Marmaris harbor for dinner and overnight aboard.
Day 2 Sun    Marmaris, Dalyan, Caunos & Ekincik
After our first breakfastm we start our dream journey Ekincik. Arrival to Dalyan. where we visit the ancient city of Caunos, supposedly founded by the son of Mietos. We'll pass through a natural canal surrounded by Carian tombs carved on steep rocks that embrace the emerald lagoons. The acropolis castle, the antique theatre and church complex are all mementos of ancient greatness. We'll also visit a long sandy beach, a natural nestling place of  caretta-caretta turtles. Possibility to swim. Visit the nearby mud baths at the end of the lagoon. Small fee to enter the mud for a therapeutic dip. Your day ends in Ekincik with a delicious dinner. Overnight at Ekincik.
Day 3 Mon    Ekincik & Kizilkuyruk Koyu
Breakfast at Ekincik. Lunch at the small Kizilkuyruk Village with the afternoon free to explore nearby Lycian ruins. Swim, snorkel or just relax. Possibility for different water sports. Overnight at Kizilkuyruk.
Day 4 Tue    Kizilkuyruk & Tersane (Twelve Islands)
Breakfast at Manastir. Cruise through scenic Fethiye Bay with various sites of scattered Lycian ruins. Lunch at Tersane, an ancient boat yard site. Swim, dive, fish, or relax. Overnight at Tersane.
Day 5 Wed     Tersane & Fethiye (Telmessos)
Breakfast at Tersane. Lunch in Fethiye where ancient tombs carved in the cliffs overlook the quaint port. Overnight in a quiet bay near Fethiye. (4 day cruise participants disembark here.)
Day 6 Thu    Gemiler Island & Oludeniz
Cruise to Oludeniz, (Dead Sea) a beautiful small lake of mixed sea and lake water adjacent to the crystal sea. Lunch in Gemiler, a site of Byzantine ruins. Swim, dive or relax. Overnight at Gemiler Island.
Day 7 Fri    Gocek Island & Bedirhan (Or Sarsala)
Breakfast on the way to Gocek, an area of beautiful inlets, turquoise waters and  seaside ruins. Lunch at Gocek the small fishing village of  typical houses, local taverns and friendly people. Possible afternoon wind surfing and relaxation. Overnight at Bedirhan.
Day 8 Sat    Marmaris
Breakfast on the way back to Marmaris. Disembarkation at noon. Extensions available on request.

THE CARIAN COAST : Departure from Bodrum

Day 1, Sat     BODRUM
Afternoon rendezvous and embarkation at the Bodrum harbor for overnight aboard the yacht.
Day 2, Sun    Bodrum & Knidos
Breakfast in Bodrum, and then sail the translucent deep waters along the forested coast with lunch en route to the Datca peninsula scene of a number of small ancient ruins including some harbors. Overnight in a cove along the peninsula.
Day 3, Mon    Amazon Creek
Breakfast in Mersincik. Cruise the coast to the quiet bay at Cati for lunch. Windsurf, skin-dive, or simply relax. Overnight at nearby Amazon Creek named for legendary female warriors.
Day 4, Tue    Seven Islands
Breakfast in Cati, lunch at Seven Islands a favorite snorkeling site due to the coral formations. Windsurf, skin-dive, fish, relax. Barbecue on the beach. Overnight at Seven Islands.
Day 5, Wed    Tuzla & English Harbor
Breakfast at Tuzla. Continue to Longoz and its tropical setting. See Ballisu (Honey Waters) and overnight at secluded English Harbor. Disembark at Sogut for 4 days cruise participants.
Day 6, Thu    Oraklar
After cruising to the northern side of the gulf, we stop for lunch and a swim at Akbuk, a small bay set at the foot of a huge mountain. Continuing our journey in the afternoon, we arrive at our last stop for the day at Cokertme Bay-another spectacular anchorage.
Day 7, Fri    Bodrum stop
After a leisurly return to Bodrum, with swimming stops at Orak Island and /or Yaliciftlik, both of which offer crystal clear waters, tonight we enjoy a frewell dinner together at the overnight anchorage-Bitez or Bodrum harbour.
Day 8, Sat    Bodrum
Breakfast on the way to Bodrum. Depart the yacht at noontime
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These itineraries are flexible, but passengers can expect to see the sites listed. The sequence and environment of the cruise is a relaxed, laid back, with mutual cooperation between the small number of passengers and the crew.

CABIN CHARTER
Departing every Week, May 8 through October 9, 2007
                               
PRICES PER PERSON in US$ or EURO* for Bodrum or Marmaris departures: