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An eight-day maritime itinerary aboard a traditional Turkish gulet, beginning and ending in Oren.
An eight-day maritime itinerary aboard a traditional Turkish gulet, beginning and ending in Oren. The route winds along the Aegean coast, visiting secluded bays, fishing villages, and significant historical sites, offering a perfect balance between sailing, culture, and pristine nature.
The journey alternates between moments of pure relaxation at sea, with stops for snorkelling and thermal baths at Karaada, and inland explorations of the Byzantine ruins of Kissebuku and the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Bodrum. Each stop reveals a different facet of the Turkish coast, from the cliffs of Orak to the silent olive groves of Kargicak.
Life on board follows a relaxed pace with full-board service and accommodation in air-conditioned cabins. This is an ideal escape for those wishing to disconnect and experience the sea authentically, supported by group transfers and dedicated local assistance throughout the voyage.
8 days in the programme
Departure on a domestic flight via Istanbul, arriving at Bodrum airport Departure on a domestic flight via Istanbul, arriving at Bodrum airport. Following a transfer to the town of Oren, the cruise starting point, you will board the vessel and meet the crew. The day is dedicated to settling into life on board, with the possibility of a short coastal sail or a first swim in the Aegean Sea.
The voyage begins towards the fishing village of Cokertme The voyage begins towards the fishing village of Cokertme. After a swimming stop, the journey continues to Ilgin Bay, famous for the freshwater springs that bubble up from the seabed. The day concludes in Kissebuku Bay, a site surrounded by wild nature and ancient Byzantine ruins.
The morning is dedicated to relaxation and swimming in one of the calmest bays of the itinerary The morning is dedicated to relaxation and swimming in one of the calmest bays of the itinerary. Afterwards, we reach Alman Bay, nestled in lush vegetation. In the afternoon, the gulet returns to Bodrum, offering free time to explore the historic centre, traditional bazaars, or the city's vibrant atmosphere.
The day offers a choice between a self-guided visit to Bodrum's monuments, such as the Castle of St Peter or the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and sailing to Karaada, famous for its thermal springs and The day offers a choice between a self-guided visit to Bodrum's monuments, such as the Castle of St Peter or the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and sailing to Karaada, famous for its thermal springs and healing muds. In the afternoon, we arrive at Orak Island, renowned for its cliffs and crystal-clear waters, perfect for snorkelling.
After a morning spent swimming and diving at Orak Island, we continue towards Pabuc Bay After a morning spent swimming and diving at Orak Island, we continue towards Pabuc Bay. The route passes through pristine stretches of coastline to reach Kargicak, an isolated bay surrounded by olive groves where we will spend the night in absolute tranquillity.
Exploration of two lesser-known bays, Dangirdi and Teker, for moments of relaxation in the wild Exploration of two lesser-known bays, Dangirdi and Teker, for moments of relaxation in the wild. The route continues towards Seytan Yalisi, known as Devil's Bay, characterised by golden beaches and a serene atmosphere perfect for exceptional stargazing.
A stop at Mazi, an ancient fishing village dating back to the 4th century BC, where you can walk among historic paths and wooden boats A stop at Mazi, an ancient fishing village dating back to the 4th century BC, where you can walk among historic paths and wooden boats. After a break in Molla Ibrahim Bay, we return to the port of Oren for the final night on board.
Following breakfast on board, disembarkation takes place Following breakfast on board, disembarkation takes place. A group transfer will take you to Bodrum airport for your onward flight.
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