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Bodrum - Gokova - Bodrum 7 nights / 8 days
Day 1 Bodrum Harbour
Steward/stewardess helps guests settle in their cabins
from 3:30 pm onward. Brief information is provided on the
tour and the boat. Food service onboard begins with the
evening meal; overnight stay in the port. Guests are free to
explore Bodrum.
Day 2 Bodrum Alakisla Inlet Cokertme
As guests are having breakfast, the captain completes
the harbour formalities required for departure; after
breakfast, the guide and captain introduce the boats crew,
provide information about the tour and the sites that will
be visited, and show them on a map.
After breakfast and the briefing, depart for Alakisla Inlet.
Ruins at the ancient Byzantine village may be visited. The
evening meal and overnight stay at Cokertme, a lovely little
fishing village.
Day 3 Cokertme English Harbour
Depart for the sparkling blue waters of Tuzla Bay before
breakfast. Lunch and swim stop at Tuzla. The evening meal is
served onboard, overnight stay at English Harbour. The name
English Harbour comes from the fact that British Navy boats
hid here during World War Two.
Day 4 English Harbour Sedir Island Karacasogut
Depart for Sedir Island after breakfast. The ancient
Helen-Roman site called Cedrai is located here. It was used
as shelter by the knights of Rhodes in medieval times.
Sightseeing on the island includes the church, amphitheater,
necropolis, ruins of homes, and the knights coat of arms.
Inscriptions found on the island state Cleopatra came to the
island and swam here. This is why the small cove on the
island is called Cleopatra Beach. The sand in this cove
resembles bulgur grains and is thought to be the remains of
marine creatures; removing sand from the beach is forbidden.
Legend has it that when Antonius saw how much Cleopatra
liked the area, he had boats carry sand over here from North
Africa. This type of sand is presently only found in
Tunisia. There is an entrance fee for Sedir Island.
The evening meal and overnight stay at Karacasogut, a quaint
fishing village surrounded by pine trees. A trip to Marmaris
can be arranged from Karacasogut. The drive takes 20
minutes.
Day 5 Karacasogut Longoz
Ballisu Cove right after breakfast. The evening meal and
overnight stay at Longoz, an exquisite wonder of nature.
Guests may enjoy an evening stroll in the forest.
Day 6 Longoz Orak Island
Depart for Kargili Bay before breakfast. Following
lunch, move onto the pristine waters of Orak Island. The
evening meal and overnight stay on this beautiful island.
Day 7 Orak Island Papucburnu Bodrum
Depart for Papucburnu Island after breakfast. After
lunch and a swim stop, sail to Haremten Bay. Five oclock
tea is served in the cove, then the boat enters Bodrum
Harbour. Overnight stay at Bodrum port.
Day 8 Bodrum Harbour
After breakfast, disembark with good memories, latest by
10.30 am.
Highlights of the voyage
The exciting night life of Bodrum, with its countless bars
and restaurants. English Harbour - where a group of II World
War British Torpedo boats are said to have taken refuge.
Karacasogut's pretty village and close proximity to Marmaris
(a half hour taxi drive away). Sedir Island, where Antonius
and Cleopatra spent their honeymoon. Sand was brought from
North Africa, a very special order by Antonius.
What to bring with me ?
T-shirts & Shorts.
Light pants or skirts and tops for evening meals.
Bathing Suits.
Sun Block (SPF 15-30)
Beach Cover Ups.
Soft soled shoes for the top sides of the boat. Bare feet
below decks please.
Sport (comfortable flat) shoes for going on the shore.
Swimming shoes.
There are 2-PINS electrical plugs on board, 220 V when the
generator / engine is on and in the ports. If you use
different plugs, like UK plugs please do bring adapters with
you.
Your favourite CD's or tapes.
Camera. Batteries, chargers and socket adaptors
(conversion plugs), they can be expensive / unavailable in
Turkey.
Hats and sunglasses.
Fishing gear if you are so inclined, but rods are
available for use.
Snorkelling gear if you are so inclined, but masks and
flippers are available for use.
Burn remedies and soothers.
Foul weather gear (if you are the pessimistic type).
Beach Towels/blankets. Bath towels are supplied for use
aboard the boat, large beach towels aren't. Beach Towels can
be bought in Marmaris, in case you do not want to carry
them.
Seasickness remedies, if anyone in your party is prone to
this ailment.
Soft sided luggage or duffel bags. Your yacht won't have
"conventional" closets. Hard sided luggage often presents
storage problems.
Bug repellent.
Medications
Anything you can't do without for a day.
Important Notice
Cruise itineraries are given as a general guide only. The
Captain may change the route depending on weather and
docking conditions. Your captain has the final say. |
Blue Cruise Route
Bodrum - Gokova - Bodrum 7 nights / 8 days
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