Bike and Cruise in the Aegean

Arrive at Milas-Bodrum Airport and take the private transfer to your gulet moored in the Bodrum marina. Stroll through Bodrum town and explore Halicarnassos of Caria, known for the Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Afterward, a welcome cocktail and dinner will be served onboard with a night view of the majestic castle.

Start the day with an elegant breakfast including delectable freshly baked items onboard while cruising towards the nearby Çiftlik Bay (6 NM). Get fitted to your bikes before our first ride, taking us to the hinterland with several climbs through the forested roads of the villages. Stop by Etrim Village for refreshments prepared by villagers and visit one of the village houses to learn about their traditional hand-woven carpets. The second climb reaches the highest point of the day in Mazı Village and then descends back to sea level where our boat awaits us in Çökertme. After a refreshing swim enjoy a well-deserved lunch freshly prepared by our chef onboard. Cruise to the next cove for swimming and snorkeling and a relaxing afternoon. Dinner is under the stars in a secluded cove.

After a leisurely breakfast, we will start our bike adventure from Çökertme Bay. Cycle along the northern shore of the Gulf of ancient Keramos with a gentle easterly breeze. Climb to the charming villages of Alatepe and Kultak and stop in a local village house to taste the fresh bread and local delicacies prepared by the villagers. Descend to Akbük Bay surrounded by cliffs along the gulf. After lunch enjoy your siesta or your book on the deck followed by a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear water of Akbük Beach. Our dinner is onboard with the tranquility of an Aegean sunset.

After breakfast in the calm bay, pedal to Akyaka at the eastern end of the gulf through rolling hills shaded by pine trees along the shore. Green forest and deep blue water are our scenery throughout this rollercoaster ride. Enjoy a walk and an ice cream break in the town of Akyaka. Cycle back to the boat for our lunch. Coming back on the same road gives us the chance to see the gulf from a different perspective. While relaxing onboard, cruise (6 NM) to Sedir (Cleopatra's) Island. In the afternoon, explore the island with its ancient city of Kedrai and remote ancient theater among pine trees. After swimming and snorkeling we will have dinner onboard before spending the night in Çamlı Cove.

Enjoy breakfast while cruising to the bay where we meet our van. A 25-minute transfer takes us to the highlands above Gökova Gulf. Feel the elevation difference while pedaling along the route with minimal traffic among the small settlements and enjoy the constantly changing view. Cycle into the rural areas where we ride through the citrus orchards of the small farming communities. Our first stop is in the sleepy town of Ula which offers a genuine experience of Turkish rural lifestyle. We'll descend with a twisting road down to sea level in Karaböğürtlen while saluting the shepherds grazing their goats and sheep along the way. The royal tombs carved into the rock cliffs from the 4th century BC and the farmers' market with fresh fruits, vegetables, and other local products are the surprises of Akyaka at the end of our ride. Lunch in a local tavern on your own. If you want to extend your ride, the roller coaster route towards Akbük and back to the boat along the Aegean is the perfect choice. We still have time for an afternoon swim before dinner onboard with another tranquil Aegean sunset.

Gear up for a beautiful day with a nutritious breakfast before embarking on a scenic route along a ridge overlooking the forest and the Gulf of Gökova. This peaceful region, chosen for the presidential summer residence, is renowned for its serene beauty. Immerse yourself in the aroma of pine forests as you navigate the varied terrain, with each uphill and downhill stretch revealing the area's untouched beauty. After a refreshing lunch in the picturesque village of Karacasöğüt, embark on a cruise to a stunning cove named in honor of the Amazons, one of Türkiye's most beautiful spots. Embrace the option of a sunset walk to experience the breathtaking transformation of the sky at dusk. The day concludes with a tranquil dinner onboard in a secluded bay.

Anchor off with sunrise before breakfast. Fresh coffee is ready for early birds while cruising to Körmen (22 NM). Ride through the hospitable town of Datça famous for organic food and the best almonds as warm-up, then hit a 5.5 km climb to the highest pass of the peninsula. The short route starts at the end of the climb after a 15-minute transfer. Descend to Mesudiye Village at sea level and cycle through rolling hills along the southern edge of the peninsula with a breathtaking vista of the Aegean Sea and Symi Island of Greece. Pass through the charming village of Yazıköy for a refreshment. Continue the last descent to Knidos along the ancient road. The fantastic ruins of Knidos at the end of the peninsula welcome you with theaters and monuments around the ancient harbor. Explore the ancient city while listening to the myths about Aphrodite, the patron goddess. After lunch and a swim in the ancient harbor, cruise to Bodrum while taking a siesta onboard. Upon arrival visit the town and enjoy last-minute shopping before our farewell dinner.

After our last breakfast onboard say goodbye to the crew and our guides, and transfer to the airport. Fly back from Milas-Bodrum airport home and see you next time!