Description

Experience the sublime beauty of Turkey’s Aegean Coast on this incredible sailing journey. Set sail from Bodrum and feel the wind in your hair as you travel around the Datca Peninsula to the stunning havens of Bozukkale, Dirsek, Kocabahce and Knidos, gliding past tiny islands and hidden coves and stopping in at culture- and history-rich towns along the way. Swim at idyllic beaches, explore villages with cobblestone streets and whitewashed houses, feast on delicious Turkish cuisine and spend lazy days relaxing onboard a beautiful sailing boat.

Highlights

• Stare in wonder at the sublime landscapes of Turkey's Aegean coastline.
• Bask in the sun on idyllic beaches.
• Soak up thousands of years of Turkish culture.
• Watch stunning sunsets from the deck of the boat.
• Explore picturesque cobblestone towns.

Itinerary

Day 2 Ova Bükü

Head south into the Gulf of Hisarönü, stopping by a long, white, sandy beach on the way for a swim in pristine waters and a delicious lunch. Moor at the small settlement of Ova Bükü, one of Turkey's most idyllic beach havens.

Day 3 Bozukkale

The picturesque and little-visited Bozukkale was once the harbour of the ancient city of Loryma. For great views and to watch a memorable sunset, hiking to the remains of a timeworn turret is a wonderful way to stretch sea legs. And for those who just want to relax - the beach makes for great sunbathing, the water offers excellent snorkelling and the restaurants serve some pretty tasty food.

Day 4 Dirsek/Kocabahce

Say farewell to the small community of Bozukkale then head to an even smaller one! Dirsek and Kocabahce are both set in secluded turquoise bays, completely cut off from public transport and perfect for swimming, hiking and star gazing.

Day 5 Datça

Journey to Datça, a town renowned for the long life of its residents. Along the way, enjoy the sea air, witness small islands, take in beautiful coastlines and swim in the turquoise waters of one of the beautiful bays.

Day 6 Knidos

Set on a magnificent peninsula with stunning bays north and south that make for swimming and snorkelling perfection, Knidos is a highlight. Watch the sun set over distant Kos before heading to a beachside restaurant to sample some wonderful local cuisine.

Days 7-8 Bodrum

Return to Bodrum, famed for housing the Mausoleum of Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy a final breakfast onboard before saying goodbye to the boat, your skipper and a great adventure.

Group Size

Maximum of 8 travellers per group

Accommodation

Overnight boat

Transport

Boat

Important notes

The tour commences on Day 1 in Bodrum at 4:00pm and finishes in Bodrum on day 8 at around 10:00am