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BODRUM – COS – LEROS – PATMOS – LIPSI
– KALIMNOS - TURGUTREIS - KARAINCIR |
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Departures
every Sunday
(15th May to 03rd October) |
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DAY
01 - Bodrum Harbour: |
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Boarding
starts at 15:30 from Bodrum Harbour. Guests who arrive early
can leave their luggage
at the yachting office. On the first day, our boat will be anchored
at Bodrum Port for dinner and overnight stay. Bodrum has a history
that goes back to the 12th century B.C. The city which was called
'Halicarnassus' was the birthplace of Herodotus; the 'Father
of History' who lived in the 5th century B.C. The only structure
that survived from the Classical Era is the Amphitheatre. It
is one of the oldest theatres in Anatolia with a capacity of
13.000 guests, and is still hosting many shows and concerts
for the art-lovers of Bodrum. Another place that you should
visit when you arrive in Bodrum is the landmark of the city
the 'Castle of Saint Peter'. It is one of the best preserved
pieces of architecture with a history that back to the middle
Ages. 'Myndos Gate' through which Alexander the Great entered
Halicarnassus is another place to visit. |
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DAY
02 - Kos (Greece): |
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Whilst
you have breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise itinerary.
After the paper work at customs is completed we will cruise
to Kos Island. Asclepion, known to be the birth place of Hippocrates,
'the Father of Medical Sciences', is located here. All the East-
Mediterranean people with health problems were treated in Kos
(Istankoy). Kos; the second largest island of the 12 islands
(Dodecanese islands) has a very mild climate and very fertile
lands. The island houses a 560-year-old tree, a 211-year-old
fountain and a 290 km long beach. You may take a quick swim
in Lambi Beach which is very close to Kos Harbour. Cos is one
of the islands with the best night life. Nafklirou, a street
full of bars, is always crowded, colourful, and full of life. |
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DAY
03 - Leros (Greece): |
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We
cruise to the beautiful island of Leros. Leros is a mountainous,
green island with high cliffs and many small bays and villages.
After a swimming break in Xerakampos, we will anchor at Lakki
Harbour or Agia Marina Port located in east. You should visit
Platanos the main city of Leros with steep stairs, narrow streets,
and flower gardens. From Platanos you can take the steps (around
300!!) leading up the Castle of Leros. Rent a bike or explore
this island by foot. |
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DAY
04 - Patmos (Greece): |
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We
will cruise to Patmos Island early in the morning. We will
have a swimming stop in a bay around the island. Patmos is
not a big island, but it is one of the best known. It was
here St. John had his vision and wrote the apocalypse, and
this is why Patmos is sometimes called "The Jerusalem
of the Aegean". The Monastery of St. Johns towers above
the capital, a village called Chora, and the whole island
breathes of faith and devotion. According to mythology, Patmos
was a present from Zeus to his daughter Artemis, goddess of
hunting and young women. She was worshipped here in antiquity,
and the monastery of St. John was built on her temple. After
breakfast we may have a walk through the monasteries. Stay
overnight in Patmos Port. |
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DAY
05 - Lipsi (Greece): |
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Set
sail to Lipsi Island. We have a swimming stop in one of the
many small islands in front of Lipsi. On Lipsi Island there
are beautiful sandy beaches, like Platis Giolos with its crystal
green waters. On the small natural port is the capital, with
its white houses and its beautiful square, where you can find
numerous taverns, cafeterias and restaurants. On the island
the church of the Catopanaghia constructed in the 770d.c deserves
a visit, and church of Panopanaghia 1500d.c. |
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DAY
06 - Kalimnos (Greece): |
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We
take a swimming stop in a beautiful bay around the Kalimnos
Island. We are going to enter Pothia Harbour which is the capital.
The islander ensured their lively hood with sponge diving for
centuries. There are nice beaches such as Massouri, Mirties
and Vlyhadia around the Island. |
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DAY
07 - Turgutreis - Karaincir - Bodrum: |
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Return
to Turkey through Turgutreis Port. We will have a swimming stop
at Karaincir on the way back to Bodrum. Staying in Bodrum Harbour
for dinner and our final overnight stay. |
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DAY
08 - Disembark: |
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Breakfast
onboard then time to disembark around 10:30 and say farewell |
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**Depending
on sea and weather conditions, the yachting company reserves
the right to make necessary changes in the tour programme to
ensure the safety and comfort of its guests. |
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15 May to 02 July