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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. Our cruises are called
"active sail" enjoy
hiking and sailing the Lycian Coast.
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2012 Tour Dates
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Date |
Rate* |
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Apr
27 - May 06 |
$3475 |
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May 11 -
May 20 |
$3875 |
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Aug
31 - Sep 09 |
$3975 |
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Sep
14 - Sep
23 |
$3975 |
(You may join one
of our scheduled tours or form your own group and dates)
* Rates are land only, based on double occupancy.
10 Days: Friday - Sunday
 Day 1 Flight Day
Flight day.
Day 2 Istanbul / Gocek
(Gulet)
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
(Gulet)
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
(Gulet)
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 / Kalkan
(Gulet)
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. Optional hike to Delikkemer, the piece of aquaduct of Patara. Overnight
Firnaz bay. (B/L/D)
Day 6 Kas
(Gulet)
Today we will cruise to Kas, ancient Antiphellos. Visit the
town of Kas in the afternoon. Overnight Kas marina or nearby
bay of Bayindir. (B/L/D)
Day 7 Kekova
(Gulet)
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
8 Kekova - Myra
(Gulet)
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. Overnight at
Karaloz Bay. (B/L/D)
Day 9 Phaselis / Antalya
Cruise to Finike and disembark in the morning. Drive to
Arycanda, the great Lycian city located in the mountains.
Lunch at a lovely mountain trout farm. Drive to
the hotel in Antalya for farewell dinner. Overnight Antalya Tuvana Hotel. (B/L/D)
Day 10 Departure
Transfer to Antalya airport for flight back home. (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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