BLUE CRUISE - 7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS GULET CABIN CHARTER

Bodrum-South Dodocanese(Cos,Gyali,Nisiros,Symi,Rhodes,Knidos)

BLUE CRUISE TOUR PROGRAMME Guaranteed Departure Days: Every Sunday 1st Day - Bodrum

			Boarding starts at 3:30 p.m. from Bodrum Harbour. Early arriving guests can leave their luggage to our 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 12 th 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 'Mausoleum' of King Mausolus (350 B.C.) which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World is in this city. 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 in Bodrum. Another place that you should visit first at your arrival in Bodrum is the landmark of the city 'Castle of Saint Peter'. It is one of the best preserved piece of work whose history goes back to the Middle Ages. 'Myndos Gate' through which Alexander the Great entered Halicarnass is another place that you should not miss.

2nd Day - Cos Island (Kos)

			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 peop le w ith health problems we retreated 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-yearold 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.

3rd Day - Gyali, Nisiros

			Early in the morning we will cruise to Gyali Island and have a swimming break. There is no settlement and only pumice stone remains on this little volcanic island. We will cruise to Nisiros. The volcano on Nisiros islandwhich means 'the place with figs'- in the Aegean Sea- erupted in 1422 and is still active. Nikea village located on the side of thecrater is constituted with white streets and a mosaic-style square. You can take an optional bus tour to the crater which is stilactive and you will see the gases coming from the underground. Dinner and overnight stay will be on in this little, peaceful island.

4th Day - Symi

			We will set sail for Simi Island early in the morning and arrive at the Monastry of Panormitis which is located in the southern pof Simi. It is possible to visit the Monastery and the Museum on this well-protected and peaceful bay. After having a swimmingbreak on the eastern shores of the island, we will anchor at the port early in the evening. You can see the shore-side with its neo-classical houses and the peripheral districts. You are going to adore Simi for its pine and oak forests and unique bays.

5th Day - Rhodes

			We will cruise to Rhodes early in the morning. Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. The island is a very popular holiday place as it has one of the best-protected and the largest European Medieval city and has warm weather 300 days of a year. Rhodes has been home for many civilizations; starting with the knights of St.John in the Middle Ages, then Ottomans andItalians; thus the island has a unique historical harmony and beauty. The main port of Rhodes is the Rhodes Town which bearthe same name as the island. The other very touristic areas of Rhodes island are; Lyndos and Kamiros. The city, which is still surrounded by 12 meter-thick city-walls, gives you the feeling of travelling back to Medieval times especially when you walk around its narrow, stone-paved roads. After dinner, our guests are highly recommended to enjoy a Rhodes night out.

6th Day - Datca, Palamut Buku, Knidos (Cnidus)

			We return to Turkey via Datca. Whilst your captain completes the port formalities, you may have a walk along Datca Harbour. After lunch we cruise to Palamutbükü for a swim stop. Today, our last stop will be Knidos (Cnidus) for dinner and overnight staCnidus was a developed city in science, art and architecture. Eudoxos, a very popular astronomer and maths professor; Dr. Euryphon; Polygontos, a poular painter; Skopas and Bryaksis of Faros, the most famous sculptors of the era; Sostrates, the architect of Alexandrian light house -one of the seven wonders of the World-and Ktesias the doctor who saved the life of a Presian king from a disaster lived on this island. Dr. Euryphon and his students founded the second largest medical sciences school in Cnidus. The island also homes the largest sun clock of its time which was erected by Eudoksos. Knidos was the homfor Aphrodite's monument and at those times the city was famous for brothels and became popular for sailors and Arabic tradesmen. You may take a walk on the shore to see the ruins.

7th Day - Poyraz Harbour, Meteor Bay, Bodrum

			We will start to cruise early in the morning to Karaada (Black Island). Breakfast and a swimming stop will be at Poyraz Bay which located on the northern side of the island. This is such a nice bay with its turquoise-blue waters. We will be anchoring at Meteor Bay for lunch which is located on thesouthern side of the island. There is a meteor hole here and this is how the bay gits name. Here you may jump over the platform into the deep water. You may also take a walk through the underwater caveswhich are very near to Meteor Bay for a small local fee. We will dock in Bodrum Harbour for dinner and overnight stay. 8th day, we will leave the boat by 10:30 after breakfast.

SAMPLE BLUE CRUISE & CABIN CHARTER PHOTOS

Please click to see Price Included.

Full board accommodation; breakfast, lunch - afternoon tea - coffee & cookies, dinner.
Diesel & Benzine.
Crew Services.
Transitlog & Related Formalities.
All Charter & Berth Taxes.
Harbour & Port Procedures.
Mooring Expenses.
Use of Equipment on Board.
Bed Linen and Bath Towels.
Ship Water.
Yacht Insurance (Does not cover personel insurance).
V.A.T.

Please click to see Price do not Included.

Alcoholic & nonalcoholic beverages, botteled water are extra and could be bought from the bar on board.
Optional land tours and entrance fees of historical places.
Airport Transfers.

Please click to see Food & Beverages for Cabin Cruise.

Food & Beverages :

Breakfast: 2 kind of jam, honey, butter, green olives, black olives, feta cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, tomato, cucumber, fruit, milk, unlimited tea & coffee.

Lunch: Chicken with vegetables, green beans, aubergine mussaki, pasta with oven, rice, couscous, different type of pastas, salads, aubergine grill with yogurt, cucumber with garlic and yogurt, fruits, compost with fruit.

Five O'Clock Tea : Unlimited tea & coffee, biscuits, cookies, cake and patty with cheese.

Dinner : Grilled fish, fried fish, grilled meatballs & chicken, meat saute, turkey, roasted chicken, mushroom, kinds of salads, rice, couscous, pasta, red beans, smashed potatoes, purslane with yoghurt, cacik (yogurt with cucumber), piyaz (butter beans), fried vegetables with yoghurt, garnish, dessert, fruit.

Beverages : Alcoholic & nonalcoholic beverages are extra and could be bought from the bar on board. Please click for bar price list.

Please click to see General Conditions for Cabin Charters.

Check in and boarding starts from 15:30 on your first day and the first service is dinner on board.Checkout shall be on the last day after breakfast at 10:30 am.
As the first and the last days are transfer days, these nights will be spent in the marina.
During the "Blue Cruise" the engines will mostly be used. However the sails can be opened from time to time according to the weather conditions and wind direction.
The captain and crew would be arranging the general service time of the meals according to guest's requirements.
The captain might do some changes within the cruise programme according to the sea and weather conditions for the safety and security of our guests.
It is not allowed to bring drinks or alcoholic beverages on board from outside. Any drink can be purchased from the bar on the yacht and bills will be paid at the end of the cruise.
Our cruises are sold directly as well as through our tour operators. Our clients consist of people who love the sea from all over the globe and therefore create the perfect opportunity to meet people from every type of culture. We can not and do not control age or nationality of guests on board. If you would like to hire a Private Yacht then please see our Private Charter section.
Our cruises are carefully planned and every detail thoughtfully considered after the having experienced them for years. Tours are printed in our brochures and therefore we can change on the itinerary according to customer's special requirements.
Every morning when guests are at breakfast there will be a routine cleaning for WC and cabins. During the middle of the week there will be a general cleaning on the yacht.
Bedclothes are provided at the beginning of the cruise and are not changed until the end unless there is a special condition.

Please click to see Technical Details of Cabin Charter Gulets.

Cruising will be done on standart traditional wooden Gulets. On a scheduled 'Blue Cruise', the yachts are different in size between 17 to 32 meters long. These yachts have different amounts of cabins from 4 to 12 depending on the length of the yacht.
All Cabins are for two people. Cabins generally have double beds. We can not give guaranty for twin or triple cabins.
All cabins have private WC / shower, portholes, a little dressing wardrobe. For two people there are blankets, one small and one big towel and pillows. The toilets could be a either house type or marine toilet with a pump.
Depending on the passenger capacity there are safety equipments on board such as life jackets & lines, dingy boat, life raft etc. which meets international safety requirements.
Depending on the size of the yacht at least 2 and at most 5 crew members are provided.
All yachts have electric power of 12 V or 24 V. We do not give guaranty for a generator to produce 220 AC during the sailing. However, when the yachts are anchored at a marina 220 V electric would be on board.
All boats are fully insured. However, we advise you to have your own personal travel insurance if you are looking for extensive coverage of your needs.
Depending on the passenger capacity, the yachts have dining areas, sun beds, shaded areas and indoor saloon.
Hot & cold water is available in cabins and the water tanks are big enough to supply guests needs for a week.
For the dirty water from shower / WC, there are reserve tanks with enough capacity and a drain system for both toilets and showers.Fuel tanks have the required capacity.
Fridges and cool boxes are sufficient to keep the drinks cold and the food fresh.
The kitchens in the yachts are equipped to prepare and cook the food to be served on board.
All yachts store basic fishing lines, flippers and snorkels for the use of our guests.