Sail from Bodrum to Gocek, exploring the ancient city of Knidos and the bustling harbour of Datca en route. Sail into Greek waters to visit the beautiful island of Symi before returning to Turkish waters and the Gulf of Hisaronu. Watch for turtles on Iztuzu Beach and explore the town of Dalyan with its riverside cafés and restaurants.
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Board your gulet in Bodrum harbour and set sail for the ancient city of Knidos, located 20 nautical miles south of Bodrum. Once you reach Knidos, you will have time to relax, swim, and in the evening, visit one of the finest archaeological sites in the region, with its spectacular panoramic views of the Aegean.
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After a swim before breakfast, potter along the coast towards the small harbour town of Datca, famous for its fish, honey and almonds. Along the way, perhaps put up the sails or use the waters sports equipment on board. In Datca, spend a pleasant evening strolling the streets by the harbour, with their busy shops and bustling cafes. Stop for a pre-prandial raki before dinner back on board.
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After obtaining the exit stamps you need (a fee will apply), cruise to the Greek Island of Symi. Symi is perhaps the most picturesque Greek Island in the region with its clear bays and a magnificent harbour with a beautiful facade of colourful houses and churches. Perhaps take lunch on board in a bay on the southern part of the island overlooked by the Monastery of Panoramitis, and spend the evening in town at one of the many seafood tavernas that line the harbour.
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Haul anchor after breakfast, and cruise back to Datca for the passport formalities. Then set sail to discover the Gulf of Hisaronu, with its numerous bays, safe mooring spots and spectacular landscape.
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Spend another day exploring the Gulf of Hisaronu and perhaps enjoy octopus hunting with your captain. You will also have time later in the day to take advantage of the afternoon winds to do some sailing before heading towards Loryma and a walk up to Loryma Castle. In the evening, cruise to Pirate Bay where you drop anchor for the night.
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Set off early and cruise to Ekincik where you will be picked up by a privately chartered wooden dinghy that will take you along the coast to Iztuzu Beach, nesting ground of the Caretta Turtle. From there you will be guided through the marshlands to the ancient city of Kaunos and the riverside town of Dalyan. If you like you can take a mud baths, see the natural hot springs, visit the impressive archaeological site and swim in the fresh water lake, before exploring the town of Dalyan with its riverside cafes and restaurants. Your dinghy will return you to your gulet just before sunset for dinner at anchor in the bay.
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Sail towards Gocek and spend the day bay-hopping. There are many bays here with mirror-calm waters, which are absolutely ideal for water skiing.
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Weigh anchor early and head into Gocek harbour, where you disembark.
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