This 8-day blue cruise takes a private gulet from Bodrum to the South Greek Islands and back. The route visits Kos, Nisyros, Rhodes and Symi, then returns along the Turkish coast through Datça and Knidos to finish in Bodrum.
The route suits sailors who want to combine Greek islands with Turkish bays, first-time gulet guests, families and couples. Passport and entry formalities are handled before crossing into Greek waters. The captain adapts the route to wind and weather. Gulets for this route are listed under Bodrum gulet charter and Rhodes gulet charter.
Day 1 - Bodrum
Check-in to your gulet starts at 15:30 at Bodrum Yacht Harbour. You can stay in Bodrum Marina or in one of the beautiful bays nearby. If you stay in Bodrum harbour, you can have dinner at a restaurant or enjoy the lively nightlife. If you arrive early, you can visit Bodrum Castle in your free time.
Day 2 - Kos
In the morning your yacht goes to customs for the paperwork. Once the formalities are complete, you set sail for Kos, where you will also complete customs procedures on arrival. Kos is known for its lively bar street and nightlife.
Day 3 - Nisyros
Early in the morning you set sail for Nisyros, home to an active volcano. If you wish, you can take an optional volcano tour by bus from the city centre. On the way, you can stop at a small village for a lunch break. You will spend the night in Nisyros harbour.
Day 4 - Rhodes
Early in the morning you set sail for Rhodes, one of the largest islands of the Dodecanese. Rhodes has been home to many cultures, and its well-preserved historic areas make walking through them feel like a trip back to medieval times. If you prefer, you can join an optional tour to Lindos, another area of the island. The harbour is in the city centre, and after dinner you can enjoy the nightlife of this beautiful island.
Day 5 - Symi
Early in the morning you will set sail for Symi. On the way you will have a chance to see the monastery and museum at Panormitis, a well-protected and peaceful bay on the southern side of Symi. There is time for a swim and lunch in this bay. Early in the evening your yacht reaches Symi port for the overnight stay and a visit to the town centre.
Day 6 - Datça – Knidos
Your yacht will enter Turkish waters from Datça. After the customs procedures, you can visit the centre of Datça. After lunch you will sail to Knidos, a city that was developed in science, art and architecture in ancient times. If you want, you can visit this historic city while your yacht waits for you for dinner. The historic theatre and other monuments can be seen there.
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Day 7 - Karaada – Bodrum
While you sleep, your yacht will set off towards Karaada. The passage from Knidos to Karaada takes about 3 hours. You will have lunch at Karaada. Depending on your wish, the boat can be anchored at Bodrum Port or in a bay around Bodrum.
Day 8 - Bodrum
You will leave the boat at 10:30 after breakfast, with unforgettable memories of the Greek islands and Turkish bays.
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