Marmaris - Bodrum - Marmaris
Day 1
We arrange a punctual transfer from Dalaman airport to Marmaris. This will take only 1 hour of driving. You see the first glimmer of Turkey along the way. Arriving at Marmaris : we will be there to give you a warm welcome on board and show you your accommodation for the next week. Maybe you will want to make a walk in the marina – or do some shopping - a visit to the ancient castle etc. According the time of arrival this may or not be possible. Later on we can sail to Paradise Island or to Kumlubuk. After dinner and one or more drinks you can sleep under the protection of a million stars or cosily in your cabin.
Day 2
After breakfast, leaving for Serçe harbour where we will have lunch and a swimming break. In the afternoon our destination is the ancient harbour of Loryma on the south coast of Bozburun Peninsula. Loryma, with its impressive ruins and its turquoise water is very attractive.
Day 3
In the morning we set course towards Bozburun Village across the cool deep blue mediterranean waters. If you wish you can take an active part in hoisting sails or guiding the wheel on the way. Bozburun is a typical fishing village. The last stop of our third day is near Kizil Island. Here, amongst the old ruins and remains, we enjoy the beautiful sunset.
Day 4
Straight after breakfast we sail to Selimiye, a village frozen in time, located in a secluded bay. From this point, we can arrange a minibus-trip to the waterfalls : even in the middle of the summer you can enjoy the freshness of the water and the beauty of the trees. On your way back, there is a carpet shop you can visit : the owners give the best explanation about their carpets : history-way of weaving-patterns-origin etc. You can even try to do it yourself. And, of course, you can buy the carpet of your choice (without obligations) Arriving at Selimiye, you can walk around or swim in the very clean and transparent water. In the afternoon we set sail for Orhaniye. Orhaniye, the village where we grew up, is situated in a beautiful green bay with an island in the middle. And, THE local specialty : you can walk on the water here.
Day 5
After spending the night in Orhaniye Cove, we enter Bencik - its’ local name being “where the fish jumps over”. After a short walk up to the top of the hill, you can see the fantastic views of Gökova and Hisarönü Bays at the same time. After a swim and lunch break, we set sail for Datça harbour. Civilisation at last : you can have a very active and exciting evening in this small town.
Day 6
Leaving Datça we set course for ancient Knidos. Breake cruising in a bay near the village Palamut Bükü for the lunch. Today there live just a few fishermen amongst the ruins, whereas in old times the town had a population of 70.000 inhabitants. If you wish here you can visit the theatre of Knidos.
Day 7
We leave Knidos quite early in the morning an have breakfast at the Aquarium Bay on a southerly course of Bodrum. Then we proceed to Bodrum. There we'll anchor in the marina. You'll have the whole night to spend with shopping, sightseeing and enjoying the night life of Bodrum.
Day 8
We depart to Orak Islands for lunch and in the afternoon we set sail for Çökertme Bay. The only activities are : swimming, snorkelling, fishing, walking, relishing, discovering or, just blissful doing nothing. Depending your preference.
Day 9
After a leisurely breakfast we'll set sail straight to Karacasögüt : an oasis of nature and a perfect spot to relax . Karacasögüt, is situated in a beautiful green bay, as it is situated at only 22km to the North of Marmaris, we can charter a minibus –trip on your wish. In the after noon we leave for Cleopatra's Bay, about 5 sm. to the east. Cleopatra is said to have bathed there. The sand on the little beach is of a very special kind, to be found nowhere else in Turkey. The legends tell us Marcus Antonius brought this sand from Africa to prove his love to Cleopatra..
Day 10
Today we arrive at English harbour Bay where we will stay for the lunch. This lively bay was a hideaway for the English war ships during their secret missions in the II World War. In the afternoon we sail to Tuzla bay for overnight.
Day 11
After sunrise. we will arrive in the area of Seven Islands and Küfre Bay for lunch. We suggest you a short walk through the storax (liquidambar) forest. We arrive at Çati, a lovely bay surrounded with pine trees on the south coast of the gulf. Dinner and overnight here.
Day 12
Leaving Çati bay quite early in the morning we have breakfast at the harbour of Karaköy With after a cruise of 4 hours. Karaköy is situated at 8 km north of Datça. Later on we cruise to Mersincik Bay where you can enjoy the beauty of the sea and the evironments.Dinner and overnight here.
Day 13
We set course for Palamutbükü which is a cosy village with a long beach. Alot of famous actors are come on holiday here in summer. We sail along the coast of Datça Peninsula. We anchor at Inceburun or Kargi Bay near Datça for overnight.
Day 14
Leaving Ince burun we arrive to Pirata Bay between Loryma and Serçe harbour passing through the Greek Islands of Symi. The turquoise water is very attractive. Swimming,fishing and diving. Later on we set sail for Kadirga Bay for diner and overnight.
Day 15
Depending the time of your flight we bring you till Marmaris.
Sorry, you will have to leave us, but please remember : you will always be welcome back !
Güle güle !
