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Cruise The Turquoise Coast
Embarking on one of the best gulets of Turkey, we will cruise along the
famous turquoise waters of the Lycian coastline, one of the oldest sailing routes. The small
ancient harbor sites of Lycia, which we will visit during daily excursions, will give you a full
impression of this unique land and its people. Are cruises are called
"active sail" enjoy
hiking and sailing the Lycian Coast.
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2010 Tour Dates
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Date |
Rate* |
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Apr 30
- May 09 |
$3475 |
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May 14 -
May 23 |
$3875 |
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Sep
03 - Sep 12 |
$3975 |
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Sep
17 - Sep
26 |
$3975 |
9 Days: Friday - Saturday
 Day 1 Flight Day
Flight from the United States.
Day 2 Istanbul / Gocek
Arrival in Istanbul and connection flight to Dalaman. Arrive Dalaman\
meet with your guide and transfer to Gocek to embark on
the
gulet, a traditional Turkish wooden-hulled boat. Cruise to Gocek Island to anchor for the night. (D)
 Day 3 Gocek Bays
Cruise along Gocek's beautiful bays and coves, enjoying nature at its best. Overnight at Agalimani, one
of the most beautiful bays on the Turkish Mediterranean coast, or Hamam where you can see an ancient sunken
church and the ruins of Cleopatra's sunken baths. Hike to Lydae. (B/L/D)
Day 4 Kaya / Gemiler Island
Cruise to Sarnic Bay. Optional walk to the abandoned Greek mountain village of Kayakoy. Return to
Gemiler Island and visit the Island. (B/L/D)
 Day 5 Xanthos - Patara / Kas
Early morning cruise to Kalkan, a lovely, small coastal village. Stop for breakfast on the way to Firnaz.
Drive to Xanthos, an ancient capital of Lycia, then Patara, where St. Nicholas was born. Relax and enjoy the beautiful
beach. Overnight at Kas Marina. (B/L/D)
Day 6 Kekova
Cruise to Aperlae for snorkeling over the sunken city. Continue to Kekova Bay. Visit the Lycian
necropolis at Theimiussa and ancient Simena, overlooking the bay and situated below the ramparts of a Roman castle
which houses a small theatre cut into rocks. Overnight in Kekova Bay. (B/L/D)
 Day 7 Kekova - Myra -
Arykanda /
Finike
Cruise along Kekova Island and see the sunken city as well as the ruins on the island. Continue to
Cayagzi, the ancient city of Andriake. Disembark and drive to Myra, where outstanding examples of Lycian funeral
architecture can be seen. Visit the church of St. Nicholas, who was once bishop of Myra, in the middle of the town.
Drive to Finike and to Arykanda. Overnight at Finike Marina. (B/L/D)
Day 8 Adrasan / Geneva Bay
Cruise to Adrasan and Port Geneva. Visit Olympos, the ancient city that was used by pirates as a
homeport in Hellenistic times and has been inhabited ever since. See the remains of a monumental gateway, an
acropolis, and a small theatre. Overnight in Geneva Bay. (B/L/D)
 Day 9 Phaselis / Antalya
Cruise to the ancient site of Phaselis and stroll through this well-preserved city. See the two ancient
harbors and enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches. Disembark before noon at the modern town of Kemer. Transfer to
the hotel in Antalya or to the airport for return flight to Istanbul or the United States. (B)
What's Included
- Upscale deluxe traditional wooden gulet or ketch, 70-80 feet
long (traditional Turkish boats), dinghy, reading room, outdoor sun bathing, fresh water tank, waste water tank,
generator (220V), refrigerator, ice machine, deep freezer, microwave, windsurf, and snorkeling equipment.
- Air-conditioned cabins with private shower and bathroom.
Mattresses, towels, and bed linen (changed once within a week tour).
- All meals and local drinks on board at indoor and outdoor
dining tables. (There are no extra's on our boat trips)
- Professional, English-speaking guide.
- Group flight transfers.
- All entrance fees and admissions.
- Tea, coffee, and soft drinks with meals.
- Baggage handling.
- Tour folders with brochures and maps of Turkey.
- No hidden costs!
Not Included
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Guide and boat crew tips.
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International flights.
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Domestic flights in Turkey.
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Visa (can be obtained on arrival at
airport in Turkey for
$26 per person).
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