Bodrum to Fethiye

Lunch and dinner included today.

We meet our Go Sail Turkey representative at 11.00am near the Bodrum to Datca ferry port (location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zEqFwW12aXsvbCit9, say hello to our other shipmates, and then take the 12pm ferry over to Datca (ferry included, takes around 55 min).

After a short mini-bus transfer from Datca ferry port to Datca town, we arrive at our boat around 1.30pm, ready for welcome speeches and an introduction to Captain and crew. We tuck straight into lunch and depart Datca harbour straight away (don’t worry, we’ll be back to explore!), heading for Palamatbuku, a lovely bay and beach area for a long swim-stop. We have dinner on the boat and anchor down for the night.

Overnight – Palamatbuku

Breakfast and lunch included today.

This morning after breakfast we cruise onto Knidos. Even though it is still under excavation, this ancient city has some impressive ruins to visit and the short climb up to the top of the hill to see the city’s two ancient, back-to-back harbours from above is well worth it!
We head back over to Datca afterwards, having lunch on the way and dock into, or near, the harbour. There are lots of options for the late afternoon and evening: we can take taxis for the 8km trip from the harbour to Datca old town (Eski Datca) if desired, where there is a old village to explore. We have time to wander around the town, pick up some bargains and sample the cafes. Or you can stay in the Datca harbour area to try a few bars and find a good restaurant for the evening meal.

Overnight – Datca

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included today.

Today is all about the swimming in the amazing bays between Datca and Bozukkale. As we approach Bozukkale, there is the opportunity to climb up the peninsula’s ancient citadel for some impressive views.

Overnight – Bozukkale

Breakfast and lunch included today (not dinner, but this can be enjoyed in the city),

After breakfast we head to Kadirga for swim-stops and lunch, and then Marmaris, one of the biggest harbours in Turkey. We anchor down at the harbourside in the afternoon and it’s time to explore. We can wander around the old town, which is still littered with historical houses that line the cobbled streets in the old city and check out the seaside markets. There are plenty of waterside cafes and bars to sample as well.
There is time to hunt for a good place for dinner in the city, before experience the nightlife of Marmaris!

Overnight – Marmaris.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included today.

This morning we cruise over to Ekincik. Here there is the chance for an optional excursion into Dalyan. This excursion will take us into the lake lands of the Dalyan area, past ancient rock tombs, for a visit to the mud baths and the famous Turtle Beach. You can either choose to take this excursion (extra payment applies – 60 Euros) or stay on board to swim, relax or try some of the local water sports activities on offer.

Overnight – Ekincik

Breakfast, lunch and dinner included today.

After breakfast, we head over to Cleopatra’s Baths, an ancient hamam dating back to Roman times. Here we have the chance to swim through the ruins before having another swim stop (and dinner) at Flat Island.

Overnight – Cleopatra’s Baths or Flat Island

Breakfast and lunch included today.

This morning is all about making our way over to Fethiye via the 12 islands area near the city.
We reach Fethiye harbour in the afternoon – around 2.00 to 2.30pm (after lunch).
You have plenty of options for your last day – you can head to Dalaman airport if you have a flight to Istanbul or international destination, take a ferry over to Rhodes, or stay a night or two in Fethiye.