Marmaris - Knidos - Fethiye
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 may or not be possible. After that we can leave and sail to Paradise Island or to Kumlubük. After dinner and one or more drinks you can sleep under the protection of millions stars or safely in your cabin.
Day 2
After breakfast, leaving for Serçe harbour where we 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 during which you can take an active part in hoisting sails or guiding the wheel. 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 yourself to do it. 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 place where we grew up, is situated in a beautiful green bay with an island in the middle. The local specialty : you can walk on the water here After dinner and one or more drinks you can sleep according to your preference : under the protection of a million stars or safely in your cabin.
Day 5
After spending the night in this tranquil Orhaniye Cove, we enter Bencik - its’ local name being “where the fish jump 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. Following a swim and lunch break, we set sail for Datça harbour and civilisation at last where you can have a very active and exciting evening in port.
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 set course for Palamutbükü which is a cosy village with a long beach.Here in summer alot of famous actors come on holiday. We'll sail along the coast of Datça Peninsula. We’ll anchor at Inceburun or Kargi Bay near Datça for owernight.
Day 8
Leaving Inceburun we arrive to Pirata Bay between Loryma and Serçe Harbour passing through Symi and some Greek Islands. its turquoise water is very attractive. Swimming, fishing and diving . After we'll set sail for Çiftlik Bay for diner and owernight.
Day 9
After breakfast we sail till Ekincik Bay. The smell of the pine trees is dominating the area. If you wish, we can call a river boat to pick you up for following visits : Caunos : ruins from the Lycian period (400 BC), with a splendid view on the swamps and the sea. Navigating through the marches you will discover the graves from kings and queens hewed out in the rocks high in the mountains. Dalyan : a walk in a cosy, small town. After this visit the skipper will guide you to a place nearby where your skin can enjoy the healing mud baths in the middle of nature. Carretta Carretta : a sandy beach well known because of the turtles with the same name..
Day 10
Early in the morning or after breakfast that depend the weather situation, we start the engine and leave for climb up bay for lunch and a dive into crystal clear water. After the lunch you can climb up to visit the forgotten ruins. Later in the afternoon we will sail on to Manastir Bay to drop anchor for the night.
Day 11
On this day we’ll set sail for Tersane Island. Many centuries ago the people of this region built their wooden ships here. You can still see ruins of the ancient shipyard. Later in the day we’ll sail on to Göcek. . Göcek is a small town but recently it has developed into a yachting base with two marinas and many yachting facilities. You can have a walk in the marina and in town. But, soon we will depart to one of the many beautiful bays around. You will enjoy “life on board”, the clear water of the sea and the beauty of nature here.
Day 12
The sun and the smell of a tasty breakfast will awake you. The sea is calm and smooth in the morning. The water is so transparent, so you can see lots of fishes swimming. It is delicious to join them and have an early swim. We leave the cove and sail in the direction of Fethiye. This town, full of life and animation where you can relish a Turkish Bath – to shop – to try a café or a restaurant. Even you can admire the rockgrave of Amynthos and have a walk in the authentic market. From here we can charter a minibus to bring you to Thlos, an ancient site and to Saklikent, a canyon with nearby the “hidden paradise”. If you do not want to go on this part of the trip that's not a problem: the neighbourhood has so many beautiful inlets, we can sail from one to another.
Day 13
In the morning we’ll cross the quiet expanses of Fethiye to Baba Adasi, an island in front of the (touristic) sandy beach of Sarigerme. A walk on the island is a must : the views are spectacular, and on the top you will find the remains of an antic lighthouse.Later afternoon we sail to Disibilmez Bay. This little bay is a paradise for snorkelling fans. What’s more, it’s also a meeting place for many kinds of fish, just waiting to be caught. Good luck to any fishermen amongst us.
Day 14
After breakfast we’ll set course for Kumlubük Bay where we’ll spend some time swimming, surfing, snorkelling and for a last dive into the clear water of outer Marmaris Bay, then with the setting sun we’ll make fast for Marmaris quay
Day 15
Sorry, you will have to leave from here, but please remember : you will always be welcome again !
Güle güle !
