Kaş Dalış Hotel Taşhan Sunken City Travel Acency

ANTALYA - KAŞ - ANTALYA

Day 1: Antalya
Boarding will start at 3:30 p.m from Antalya Çelebi Marina. Service starts with dinner and overnight stay will be in this Marina. Antalya has been a residential area since the Paleolithic times. The city was under the reign of Lidia in the 7th century B.C., of Persians in 456 B.C. and of Alexander the Great in 333 B.C. After the death of Alexander, during the reign of Bergama king Attalos, a new city called Attaleia was founded and was conquered by the Selcuks in 1207. The most important historical buildings to see in the city are; ' Hadrian's Gate', 'Castle Gate', 'Clock Tower', 'City-walls', 'Inner Castle', 'Broken Minaret', Antalya Archeology Museum and 'Yivli Minare Mosque' the landmark of the city. 

Day 2: Phasalis Bight-Olympos - Adrasan Çavuş Bight
While you have breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise programme and the boat. We will set sail to the Phasalis Bight renowned for perfume trade during antique Era where three naturel bights were founded by Colonits in the 7th.Century B.C. After lunch and swimming here, we will set sail to the ancient city of Olympos. Olympos, one of the most important port cities of Likia, has been an element of mythological stories all throughout history. Olympos Antique City where was base of famed pirates once upon a time. After the tea-time and swimming break, leaving to Adrasan Çavuş Bight for dinner and overnight. 

Day 3: Demre-Gökkaya Bay
Early in the morning we will set sail to Demre. After a nice breakfast in Demre you can join the tour to the ruins of Myra, a Lykian city which was also the city of bishop St. Nicholas who was known as 'the protector' of the children, the poor, and the sailors in Byzantians' time. Following this optional land tour, our yacht sails to Gökkaya Bay where we will anchor for dinner and overnight stay. 

Day 4: Simena - Kekova
After having breakfast in Ucagiz, you can take the chance to visit Simena which is located on the mountain skirts right behind Kale Köy opposite Kekova Island. There you can find the Genoese Castle and the ruins of a theatre with 300 capacity. Dinner and overnight stay will be in Kekova. 

Day 5: Kaş -Finike
Our dream journey starts after breakfast in Kaş Harbour departuring through Antalya. Our yacht leaving here and stays at night in Finike harbour renowned for oranges. 

Day 6: Ceneviz Bight-Kemer
Our yacht departuring from Finike Marina after breakfast arrives to Ceneviz Bight passing through unique bights and coast. Arrival to Kemer Moonlight Bight after lunch and swimming in blue sea here, staying night in this beautiful after dinner. 

Day 7: Çaltıcak Bight - Sıçan Island - Antalya
At this day that is the end of our dream journey after breakfast, after a while departuring from Moonlight Bight arrival to Çaltıcak Bight and Sıçan Island. After lunch and swimming in this nature beauty here arrival to last stop of our tour Antalya Marina. Last dinner and staying night is here. 

Day 8: Antalya
After breakfast we will leave the boat by 10:30.

BODRUM - KOS - SYMI - MARMARIS

Day 1: Bodrum
Boarding starts at 3:30 p.m. from Bodrum Port. 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 ' 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 Halicarnassus is another place that you should not miss. 

Day 2: Cos Island
While you are having your breakfast, your captain will go to the Master Harbour for the harbour formalities. After the paper work at customs is completed, we will set sail to Cos Island. Asclepion, known to be the birth place of Hippocrates, 'the Father of Medical Sciences', is located here. All the East-Mediterrenean people with health problems were treated in Cos (İstankoy). İstankoy; 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. 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. 

Day 3: Symi Island
We will set sail for Simi Island early in the morning and arrive at the Monastry of Panormitis located in the southern part of Simi. It is possible to visit the Monastery and the Museum on this well-protected and peaceful bay. After having a swimming break 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 Symi for its pine and oak forests and unique bays. 

Day 4: Datça - Aktur - Bencik
We will get into Turkish waters from Datca. You can enjoy a short-walk on the shore while your captain deals with the customs procedures. After lunch in Datça and swimming stop by Aktur, we will cruise to the bay of Bencik which has a very narrow entrance but a unique view once you get inside. Bencik is located at the narrowest part of the peninsula that divides Hisaronu Gulf from the Gokova Gulf but it is closer to Hisaronu. Dinner and overnight stay will be in here. 

Day 5: Selimiye - Orhaniye
After breakfast we will be sailing into the Hisaronu Gulf . For lunch we will dock in Selimiye Bay and for dinner and overnight stay our destination will be Orhaniye. Here are a lot of bays, where we can choose one of them for overnight. You can join the optional jeep safari in Orhaniye. In Orhaniye Bay, you will see a unique scenery of a natural tidal formation called 'Kız Kumu' (Maiden's Beach). There are so many myths about this reddish sand-path going from the shore to the inner parts of the sea. On a tiny island located in the bay you can see the wrecks of an antique castle, a sign of an ancient city. 

Day 6: Karaburun - Bozukkale
Today, we cruise back towards Marmaris. Passing around Karaburun, we arrive in Bozukkale ( Loryma ), the night will be spent in Bozukkale. In the historical city Bozukkale (Loryma), there is a castle which strectches out in a rectangle with its city walls and 9 temples. The name Bozukkale means 'crooked castle' and might be associated with the fact that one side of the castle is missing. Because of its geographical situation and the narrow port entrance, the port was also used by the Greek navy forces during the Pelepones Sea Battle. Karor, the Commander of Atina gathered all his ships here before the Cnidus War in 395 B.C. and Demetrios; the son of Antigonos used this port for the preparations before attacking Rhodes in 305 B.C. 

Day 7: Serçe Limanı - Çiftlik
A short cruise to Serçe Limanı. A Byzantine wreck from the 11th century, carrying merchandise to the eastern Mediterranean was found here. Overnighting in Çiftlik or Marmaris depending on the decision of the guests. 

Day 8: Marmaris
Disemberkation in Marmaris. We will leave the boat by 10:30 after breakfast.

BODRUM - ANTALYA

Day 1: Bodrum
Arrival & overnight in the Bodrum harbour. 

Day 2: Cnidus - Palamut Bay
Cruise to Cnidus harbour to see its many ancient theatres and temples.
Overnight at Palamut bay. 

Day 3: Bozukkale
Cruise from Palamut to Bozukkale (The antique Loryma)
Swimming, snorkelling and overnight in the bay of Bozukkale with its Roman fortress. 

Day 4: Marmaris - Cennet Bay
Bozukkale to Marmaris. Sail to the bay of Cennet for a swim and in the afternoon depart for Marmaris where you can explore the old city and the marina. 

Day 5: Ekincik
Marmaris to Ekincik
Fabulous coastline. Optional excursion to the ancient city of Caunos & to Dalyan, home of the Loggerhead Turtle. 

Day 6: Clepatra's Island
Ekincik to Clepotra's Island.
Cruise throught the unspolit. Gulf of Fethiye. Visit to Cleopatra's bay & overnight. 

Day 7: Ölüdeniz - Gemiler Island 
From Cleopatra's bay to Ölüdeniz.
To bath in crystal-clear waters (conservation zone) before sailing to Gemiler Island. 

Day 8: Kalkan
Ölüdeniz to Kalkan.
A long to attractive harbour town of Kalkan, with its pleasant waterfront bars & restaurants. If required Patara, Letoon and Xanthos canbe visited. 

Day 9: Kaş
Kalkan to Kaş.
Cruise to charming Kaş. Visit the rock tombs and the Hellenistic theatre. 

Day 10: Kekova - Üçağız
Kaş to Kekova.
Sail to Kekova and the Karakol Island's calm & peaceful waters. Explore the castles before an overnight stay in Üçağız. 

Day 11: Finike
Kekova to Finike.
Ancient Phoenicus. A small commercial harbour lying in the corner of the Gulf of Finike. Overnight. 

Day 12: Porto Genovese
Finike to Porto Genovese.
The deserted bay is magnificent to bath in crystal clear waters. Overnight. 

Day 13: Kemer - Antalya
Porto Genovese to Kemer - Antalya.
Phaselis can be visited on the route. Antalya modern & big city is situated at the head of the large Gulf of the same name. 

Day 14: Antalya
Disembarkation. We will leave the boat by 10:30 after breakfast. 

BODRUM - MARMARİS

Day 1: Bodrum
Boarding starts at 3:30 p.m. from Bodrum.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 Halicarnassus is another place that you should not miss. 

Day 2: Cnidos
After breakfast, we will cruise about 3 hours to cross the mouth of the Gökova Gulf and reach Cnidos. This city, moved to this strategic important point in the 4th. century BC was one of six cities forming a leauge called the Dorian Hexapolis. Knidos can be considered as the point which seperates the Aegean from the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. It has two ancient harbours and we will drop anchor in the bigger eastern harbour from where we can see the ruins. The harbour is unfortunately relatively unprotected from the wind so that captains often decide to overnight in nearby Palamutbükü bay. 

Day 3: Bozburun
We will go to Bozburun. Bozburun is a small fishing town.This area was popular and suitable for sponge-diving but nowadays the people of the island are no more interested in sponge-diving as it is not worthy and is dangerous. In the last years sponge-diving is replaced by gulet tourism and Bozburun Gulets nowadays could take its place in this sector.And overnighting will be here. 

Day 4: Bozukkale
Passing around Karaburun, we arrive first in Bozukkale (ancient name=Loryma) seaside village. Altough the Turkish name means "ruined castle", the castle on a hill at the entrance to the port is in relatively good condition. You can visit the ancient castle of Lorym, before dinner and overnight stay. 

Day 5: Serçe Bay-Kadırga
After breakfast we cruise further to Serçe Bay. We will sail to Kadirga or Kumlu Bükü after lunch,for diner. Overnight will be in Kadırga. 

Day 6: Ekincik
We will cruise to with Ekincik Gulf. If you want, you may join our optional Dalyan Tour from here. In this tour you will enjoy the natural beauty of the delta as you pass along by the river boat called Piyade. Finally you will arrive in Dalyan which is a Karian City known to be founded by Miletos' son. Besides its ancient value with its Rock Tombs, Akropol Castle, Ancient Theater and Basilica complex, Dalyan is also well-known for it natural beauty with Caretta- Caretta (İztuzu) Beach. Following a rejuvenating Mud Bath the final destination of the day will be Turtle Beach. Dinner and overnight stay will be in Gulf of Ekincik. 

Day 7: Paradise Island - Marmaris Marina
After breakfast we will be cruising to Paradise Island, overnight will be at Marmaris Harbour. 

Day 8: Marmaris
We will leave the boat by 10:30 after breakfast.

FETHİYE - GÖCEK- FETHİYE

Day 1: Fethiye
Arrival Fethiye, welcome coctail. The resort town of Fethiye overlooks a beautiful bay strewn with islands and carriers the secrets of the ancient gods of mythology. 

Day 2: Tersane Island - Ağalimanı
Cruising to Tersane Island- numerous ruins around the shores of the creek date from Byzantine times & later, overnight Ağalimanı. 

Day 3: Sarsala - Bedri Rahmi Bay
Cruising around the wonderfull bays in the Gulf of Fethiye, Sarsala-Bedri Rahmi Bay and visit Telmessos. 

Day 4: Sunken Bath - Clepotra's Bay
Exploring Sunken Bath ( Batikhamam ) & Cleopatra's bay where you cansee conspicuous ruins of several old stone buildings right on the waters edge. 

Day 5: Yassıca Island - Göcek
Cruising to Yassıca Islands, overnight at Göcek set in a beautiful pine forest, is one of the Mediterranean's best sailing spot. 

Day 6: Blue Lagoon - Gemiler Island
Explore Blue Lagoon ( Ölü Deniz ), where the calm, crystal water, overnight at Gemiler Island. Byzantine ruins lie tucked among the pines. 

Day 7: Kızıl Island-Fethiye
Stop over at Kızıl Island and then to Fethiye overnight at the harbour. 

Day 8: Fethiye
Disemberkation after breakfast.

KEKOVA - MARMARİS - KEKOVA

Day 1: Marmaris 
Arriving to Marmaris Harbour Board the yacht in Marmaris and sail for Kumlu Buku for a relaxing afternoon of swimming and perhaps a walk to the ruins of ancient Amos. Dinner and overnighting will be here. 

Day 2: Ekincik
Following breakfast we cruise to Ekincik Bay, where we will leave our yacht for an afternoon tour of ancient Caunos and Dalyan. We make our way inland along the reed-lined channels of the Dalyan River delta, keeping an eye out for turtles, herons and kingfishers. At Caunos we visit the remains of a theatre, a Byzantine church, a Roman bath house and an Agora before passing underneath a spectacular set of Lycian rock tombs, carved into the cliff face above the Dalyan River. Dinner and overnight stay in Ekincik. 

Day 3: Kızılkuyruk Harbour - Manastır Bay
After a morning's sail south-east from Ekincik, we round Cape Kurdoglu and drop anchor in Kizilkuyruk Harbour. After lunch there is the opportunity to swim, snorkel, waterski and windsurf in the sheltered waters of the bay, or to take an overland hike to the ruins of ancient Lydae in the hills. Our overnight destination in the picturesque Skopea Liman is Manastir Bay, where we can swim over the partially submerged ruins of a monastery. We will stay here for dinner and overnighting. 

Day 4: Gemiler Island
Crossing the Gulf of Fethiye, we reach Gemiler Island by lunchtime. Following a relaxing afternoon of swimming and snorkelling over sunken ruins, we take a tender boat ashore to explore the island. Walk around the remains of a sizeable Byzantine settlement and see a beautiful mosaic in one of the churches. Marvel at the covered walkway and peer into dwellings and a cistern. Take advantage of the fabulous view from the summit and sit down with champagne glass in hand whilst watching the sun set over the sea. Dinner and overnight stay in here. 

Day 5: Kalkan
After breakfast, depart for the long cruise past the Seven Capes to Kalkan. Lunch in the harbour, then enjoy an overland tour to the Lycian cities of Letoon, Patara and Xanthos. Xanthos was the capital of the Lycian league, which rose to the height of its splendour in the 10th century BC. Patara, recognised by scholars as the birthplace of Apollo, has a magnificent history dating back as far as the 7th-century BC. Patara was an important place of trade in antiquity and excavations being carried out today are uncovering more and more of this extensive site. Letoon was a place of worship for the people of Xanthos and the most important ruins are those of the Temples of Leto, Apollo and Artemis. Letoon is cited in many guidebooks as one of the most delightful sites in Lycia. Dinner and overnight stay will be here. 

Day 6: Kaş
A visit to Kas. Walk to the theatre of ancient Antiphellos. Dinner in Kas 

Day 7: Simena - Üçağız
Early morning departure for Kekova. Lunch on board. Later in the afternoon, we anchor beneath the medieval castle of ancient Simena at Kale. An energetic climb up the hill behind the village takes us to the castle where we enjoy an excellent view of the Kekova Roads. From here we can also see the remains of the old quay, a partially-submerged sarcophagus and some interesting steps cut into rocks. Overnight in nearby Ucagiz, Final goodby dinner on board. 

Day 8: Kekova
After breakfast on board, the guests disembark by 10:30

GÖCEK - FETHİYE - GÖCEK

Day 1: Göcek 
Boarding starts at 3:30 p.m. from Göcek Port. On the first day, our boat will be anchored at Göcek Port for dinner and overnight stay.The Gulf of Göcek set in a beautiful pine forest, is one of the Mediterraneans best sailing spot.Dotted with islands and intended with many coves,its land and seascape are stunning.The ruins of Arymaxa,the ancient city at the southern tip of the gulf,lie at the edge of the azure waters.Göcek Town itself is an emerging tourist destination and yacht haven.Local merchants here sell traditional carpets,arts and crafts. 

Day 2: Manastır - Clepotra's Bay - Sunken B
Exploring Sunken Bath (Batıkhamam) & Cleopatra's bay where you can see conspicuous ruins of several old stone buildings right on the waters edge. 

Day 3: Tersane Island - Bedri Rahmi Bay
Sailing to Tersane Island, numerous ruins around the shores of the creek date from Byzantine times.Next stop will be Bedri Rahmi Bay,is one the most popular bays in Göcek Gulf,which is located opposite Tersane Island and known as Taşkaya Bay.Bedri Rahmi Eyüpoğlu was a great writer and painter of Turkey. He and his close friends were the first blue voyagers of the country who discovered the beatiful Lycian coast and informed people about yhis amazing area.On one of his cruises ,he painted a fish on a rock behind fountain of the bay just before his death in 1973,and ever since the bay has been called by his name. 

Day 4: Fethiye Gulf
Sailing to Turunc Fountain for lunch.Stop over at Kızıl Island and then to Fethiye overnight at the harbour. 

Day 5: Ölüdeniz - Gemiler Island 
Explore Blue Lagoon (Ölüdeniz), where the calm, crystal water, overnight at Gemiler Island. Byzantine ruins lie tucked among the pines. 

Day 6: Zeytin Island - Yassıca Island 
After the breakfast, we will be visiting uniquely beautiful islands and finally hoist near Zeytin Island. Following lunch and a swimming break we will sail to Yassıca Islands to spend the night and cherish the wonderful scenery. 

Day 7: Göcek Island-Göcek
Sailing to Göcek Island where the yacht spends its last day travelling around these beautiful islands. After lunch the yacht will turns its route to Göcek Harbour, arriving late in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Göcek. 

Day 8: Göcek
After breakfast on board, the guests disembark by 10:30.

KEKOVA - MARMARİS - KEKOVA

Day 1: Marmaris 
Arriving to Marmaris Harbour Board the yacht in Marmaris and sail for Kumlu Buku for a relaxing afternoon of swimming and perhaps a walk to the ruins of ancient Amos. Dinner and overnighting will be here. 

Day 2: Ekincik
Following breakfast we cruise to Ekincik Bay, where we will leave our yacht for an afternoon tour of ancient Caunos and Dalyan. We make our way inland along the reed-lined channels of the Dalyan River delta, keeping an eye out for turtles, herons and kingfishers. At Caunos we visit the remains of a theatre, a Byzantine church, a Roman bath house and an Agora before passing underneath a spectacular set of Lycian rock tombs, carved into the cliff face above the Dalyan River. Dinner and overnight stay in Ekincik. 

Day 3: Kızılkuyruk Harbour - Manastır Bay
After a morning's sail south-east from Ekincik, we round Cape Kurdoglu and drop anchor in Kizilkuyruk Harbour. After lunch there is the opportunity to swim, snorkel, waterski and windsurf in the sheltered waters of the bay, or to take an overland hike to the ruins of ancient Lydae in the hills. Our overnight destination in the picturesque Skopea Liman is Manastir Bay, where we can swim over the partially submerged ruins of a monastery. We will stay here for dinner and overnighting. 

Day 4: Gemiler Island
Crossing the Gulf of Fethiye, we reach Gemiler Island by lunchtime. Following a relaxing afternoon of swimming and snorkelling over sunken ruins, we take a tender boat ashore to explore the island. Walk around the remains of a sizeable Byzantine settlement and see a beautiful mosaic in one of the churches. Marvel at the covered walkway and peer into dwellings and a cistern. Take advantage of the fabulous view from the summit and sit down with champagne glass in hand whilst watching the sun set over the sea. Dinner and overnight stay in here. 

Day 5: Kalkan
After breakfast, depart for the long cruise past the Seven Capes to Kalkan. Lunch in the harbour, then enjoy an overland tour to the Lycian cities of Letoon, Patara and Xanthos. Xanthos was the capital of the Lycian league, which rose to the height of its splendour in the 10th century BC. Patara, recognised by scholars as the birthplace of Apollo, has a magnificent history dating back as far as the 7th-century BC. Patara was an important place of trade in antiquity and excavations being carried out today are uncovering more and more of this extensive site. Letoon was a place of worship for the people of Xanthos and the most important ruins are those of the Temples of Leto, Apollo and Artemis. Letoon is cited in many guidebooks as one of the most delightful sites in Lycia. Dinner and overnight stay will be here. 

Day 6: Kaş
A visit to Kas. Walk to the theatre of ancient Antiphellos. Dinner in Kas 

Day 7: Simena - Üçağız
Early morning departure for Kekova. Lunch on board. Later in the afternoon, we anchor beneath the medieval castle of ancient Simena at Kale. An energetic climb up the hill behind the village takes us to the castle where we enjoy an excellent view of the Kekova Roads. From here we can also see the remains of the old quay, a partially-submerged sarcophagus and some interesting steps cut into rocks. Overnight in nearby Ucagiz, Final goodby dinner on board. 

Day 8: Kekova
After breakfast on board, the guests disembark by 10:30