Turkey Deluxe Lycian Coast by Boat & Bike

Itinerary on the Lycian Coast from Bodrum to Fethiye

Note: this trip can be done from Bodrum to Fethiye as well as the other way around. See under “Date”.

Day 1: Bodrum Embarkation

Individual arrival to Bodrum harbour. A collective transfer from Bodrum Airport to the harbour is available for an extra cost on request. Check in begins on the Gullet at 2 pm. Use the evening hours to enjoy the lively atmosphere in the city of Bodrum and relax with a typical Turkish tea. In the evening, a shared dinner on board can be enjoyed in the company of your travel companions and tour guides.

Day 2: Bodrum – Körmen – Knidos 26 miles/ 42 km

In early morning we leave for our first sailing trip which brings us from Bodrum to Kórmen. Our first bicycling stage along the Datça peninsula. The first ascent takes us to a height of 450 m from where we can observe the Greek islands Nissyros, Tilos and Rhodes. On a scenic road we cycle along the coast and then through more rural areas.

Day 3: Knidos – Serçe Limani – Çiftlik – 30 miles / 49 km

After breakfast we have plenty of time to relax on our way to a small bay. A secluded mountain road takes us to a village situated 300m above sea level. Walking around a 1500 year old tree that ensures us a long and lucky live. After lunch we continue bicycling to the bay Çiftlik. There we will have enough time to take a refreshing bath in the sea.

Day 4: Çiftlik – Ekincik – Kaunos –  19 miles / 31 km

During our breakfast we cross over to the little harbor of Ekincik where we start today’s bike ride. We cross the pass with spectacular views and soon get to the shore of lake Köycegiz where we have the chance to take a mud bath. After another small pass we reach the mouth of the Dalyan river. A small boat takes us for half an hour cruise past the impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs and back to our boat.

Day 5: Kaunos – Dalaman – Sarsala bay – 26 miles / 42 km

After breakfast the boat sails close to the ancient city of Kaunos, the first destination of today’s bike stage. After visiting the port we continue bicycling crossing the fertile Dalaman plains with their cotton fields and orchards. After lunch we will climb a small pass and end at the beautiful bay of Sarsala. Our boat can be seen from far away.

Day 6: Gemiler Bay – Fethiye – 21 miles / 33 km

Our boat sails past many small islands before we reach Gemiler. Back on the mainland we cycle through a pine forest to the Greek city Kayaköy abandoned in 1922. On our way we will pass the lagoon of Oludeniz which has a famous golden sand beach. After a short transfer to Ovacik, we bicycle the last miles by bike. Later in the evening we can explore the lively old town.

Day 7: Fethiye – Saklikent Canyon – Fethiye – 17 miles / 27 km

A 1 hour bus transfer takes us to Cavdir where we start our last cycling day to the Saklikent canyon. At the riverbank we enjoy a lunch. Spectacular! Thereafter we continue bicycling to Kadiköy. A short transfer brings us to the ancient city of Tlos once one of the largest cities in Lycia. After the visit a transfer takes us to Fethiye.

Saturday day 8: Fethiye – Disembarkation – End of tour or extension

After breakfast check-out. On request collective transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey.

Ship Gullet Boreas

The 43 x 10 m Turkish gullet, Boreas, provides utmost comfort for your yacht cruise. This ship has 15 spacious and climate controlled guest cabins with tiled bathrooms with separate shower cabins and toilet. The large saloon includes a bar, and the vast ships decks provide shaded and sunny areas to relax with plenty of comfortable seating areas and sunning mattresses.

Ship Milo M Deluxe

The Milo M is a majestic motor yacht in gleaming white. The elegant two-masted gullet offers space for up to 20 passengers in nine spacious and comfortable guest cabins. All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with shower cubicle and WC and, like the other areas on the ship, are luxuriously furnished with great attention to detail. There is a well-stocked bar in the saloon, which is clad in fine wood, where you can enjoy hot and cold drinks at any time. The delicious meals prepared by the chef are served on the shaded quarter deck. On the upper deck you will find a cozy sunbathing area with sun mats and comfortable upholstered seating. A special feature of the ship are the solar panels, which allow the Milo M to be largely self-sufficient in terms of electricity. The crew of four will take care of your well-being and will ensure you enjoy Turkish hospitality during your stay on board.

Gulet Milo M is 36 meters long and completely renovated in 2024. She has 8 Double, 2 Triple Cabins, thereby accommodating 22 guests, all in air-conditioned cabins. Each cabin has a separate WC and shower unit.

There is a spacious cushioned seating area, dining table and dining area at the rear of the boat. There is a separate dining table in saloon and your meals are prepared in a fully equipped separate kitchen. Milo M Gulet has enough sunbathing mats and space for all guests.

Ship Admiral Deluxe

The Admiral is a traditional Turkish gullet. The magnificent vessel, with its three imposing masts and impressive sails, is equipped for greatest comfort and is an eye-catcher in every harbor.

The Admiral hosts 15 tastefully decorated spacious guest cabins and can easily accommodate bigger groups of guests. The guest cabins, located below deck and all adorned in noble wood, are equipped with air conditioning and offer private bathrooms with shower cabins and toilets.

The cozy salon with a well-stocked bar invites guests to spend some time in conversation in the company of fellow travellers. All meals are lovingly prepared in the galley and served either in the saloon or on the spacious outdoor deck. The outdoor deck also offers a sunbathing area and comfortable seating to make every passage a wonderful event to look forward to.

Throughout the journey, the crew of seven dedicated seasoned sailors holds the well-being of all the guests close to their hearts and express the high standards of Turkish hospitality in their work.