Fortnight yachting adventure out of Bodrum

COUNTRY: Turkey

CHARTER LENGTH: 13 Days, 243Nm

SAILING TIME: Medium

Knidos or Cnidus was a Greek city of ancient Caria and part of the Dorian Hexapolis, in south-western Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey. It was situated on the Datça peninsula, which forms the southern side of the Sinus Ceramicus, now known as Gulf of Gökova.
  • Day 1

    Bodrum to Knidos, 24Nm

    Knidos is one of the best promenade area of the region where the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea meet. Knidos has a artificial formation of in and out harbours. The ancient city spread by a four kilometres of city walls.

  • Day 2

    Knidos to Symi Islands Bay, 23Nm

    Symi Island, a picturesque little port which has become a popular one day-trip destination amongst travellers. Enjoy a stroll around town and visit the grand monastery at Panormitis, which is the main attraction on the island. At night, guests are recommended to have dinner at restaurant Manos, located in the centre of the port of Symi. This famous fish restaurant offers excellent cuisine with a magnificent view of the port.

  • Day 3

    Symi Islands Bay to Selimiye, 23Nm

    This one-time traditional boat-building village is today little more than a lovely waterfront promenade of restaurants, pensions and bars on one of the nicest bays in the Hisarönü area. A must-visit for anyone who wants to experience the real Turkey.

  • Day 4

    Selimiye to D-maris, 5Nm

    Situated in a stunning location on top of a cliff with views over the sea and small islands. It is in the middle of a conservation area on the Datca Peninsula, with lifts to the beaches and sun decks. The popular resort of Marmaris is 35 km. Year after year, D-Maris has remained a popular destination amongst jet set and celebrities around the world. For a true gastronomic experience, we suggest you ask the crew to book you a table at the famous Nusr-et Steakhouse, a long-standing favourite amongst meat and steak lovers.

  • Day 5

    D-maris to Dirsekbuku, 7Nm

    Dirsekbuku lies between the Gulf in the Aegean and the Gulf of Hisonaru, an excellent stopping point for anyone sailing from Bodrum to Marmaris. There are a number of sheltered bays that are ideal for anchorage. The region is so nice it is often difficult to move on from a lovely place with its small islands.

  • Day 6

    Dirsekbuku to Bozukkale, 12Nm

    Bozukkale is a popular yachting anchorage known for its peaceful, sheltered harbour and exceptionally clean water. The bay is home to some of the largest Sea Turtles we’ve ever seen, and it’s not uncommon to spot dolphins along this stretch of the Carian coast. Located around 35km (by boat) from the coastal resort towns of Marmaris.

  • Day 7

    Bozukkale to Gebeklise, 18Nm

    The bottom is weed at the entrance and becomes clear sand. Boats can be pushed off or anchored with a line ashore. Gebekse Koyu affords sheltering from breeze. The slopes are covered by olive trees. The ruins ashore are from Byzantine era. This anchorage gets crowded by the tripper boats from Marmaris, but it is quite after 16.00 pm.

  • Day 8

    Gebeklise to Marmaris, 10Nm

    Having arrived in Marmaris, guests can have a stroll around town, followed by a delicious dinner in the harbour. Afterwards, enjoy a cocktail in one of the many local bars or discover Marmaris’ vibrant nightlife by dancing the night away until the early hours in one of its famous clubs.

  • Day 9

    Marmaris to Ekincik Bay, 5Nm

    Ekincik offers a decent anchorage, a long stretch of sandy beach, an excellent local restaurant, and a small harbour. This is the best place to head if guests fancy taking a trip around Dalyan.

  • Day 10

    Ekincik Bay to Kapidag Peninsula, 24Nm

    Enjoy the whole day tanning and swimming in the beautiful bay of Büyükağa where you will spend the night. The next day, head into the small town of Göcek for some sightseeing and a little shopping spree, after which you can have dinner in one of the many local restaurants.

  • Day 11

    Kapidag Peninsula to Gocek, 20Nm

    Gocek’s six marinas, beautiful bay, and spectacular scenery make it a popular choice with yachtsmen and visitors alike. Gocek, known as “Kalimche” in the past is located between Dalaman and Fethiye, just 20 minutes’ drive from the international airport at Dalaman. Gocek sits in a large bay, in which islands and coves create a very beautiful environment in which to spend time, on and off the water.

  • Day 12

    Gocek to Butterfly Valley, 21Nm

    A unique nature reserve is to be found inland on Rhodes Island, “Butterfly Valley” or in Greek “Petaloudes Valley”. It sounds like a dreamy place and truly is! It is one of the most famous attractions of Rhodes that is certainly worth a visit.

  • Day 13

    Butterfly valley to Bodrum, 52Nm

    Having long promoted a hedonistic lifestyle, it attracts all levels of society from budget backpackers to world-renowned millionaires. Known for windmills, and whitewashed houses dotted over the hillside.

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