Turkey | Lycian Coast Bike & Boat | Turquía – Costa de Licia en barco y bici

Duración: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Precio: From 1890€ : 2023

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Turkey Lycian Coast by Boat and Bike

We spend a week discovering the Lycian coast from Bodrum to Fethiye with the two-masted motor yacht Elara 1 deluxe. Our charming and stylish swimming accommodation is built to the highest of standards. We get to know the Turkish coast and back-country with the aid of a bike. Our tour guide points out the unique natural wonders and historical cities which grace the area, allowing us to be transported back in time. Admire the famous rock cut tombs of Dalyan, which were carved into stone between 4 and 2 B.C. by the Lycian coastal inhabitants, or let yourself be mesmerized by the breathtaking Saklikent Canyon. Spend your evenings in the deserted bays and let yourself be rocked to sleep by the ocean or make the most of the pulsating night life in the port cities and their many cafes and bars.
Itinerary on the Lycian Coast from Bodrum to Göcek

Saturday day 1: Bodrum Embarkation

Individual arrival by plane to Bodrum airport and transfer to Bodrum approx. 45 min. Check-in on board starts at 2 pm. Take the afternoon to stroll through the lively and oriental old town. The journey begins with dinner, where everybody gets together.

Day 2: Bodrum – Körmen – Nidos 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 – 28 miles / 45 km

After breakfast we have plenty of time to relax on our way to a small bay. A secluded mountain road takes us to village situated 300m above sea level. Walking around a A 1500 year old plane tree 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 the our breakfast we cross over to the little harbour of Ekincik where we start our 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 mmiles by bike. Later in the evening we can explore the lively old town.

Day 7: Fethiye – Saklikent Canyon – Göcek – 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. The 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 Göcek.

Saturday day 8: Göcek – 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.

Dates listed in black are open for booking. If marked in red they’re fully booked, in blue there are fewer than 4 bookings available. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions, we’re happy to answer any queries you may have.

Departure Dates on Saturdays from Bodrum	Price per Person in a double cabin
May 6th – 13th / 13th – 20th / 20th – 27th / 27th – June 3rd	1890€
September 23rd – 30th / 30th October 7th	1890€
October 7th – 14th	1890€

Yacht Elara 1 Deluxe

At 42m x 10.5m the Elara 1 (formerly the Hamis Tamel) was launched from its homeport in Bodrum, Turkey. In 2019 the ship was completely renovated and equipped to a higher standard. On board you’ll find 11 spacious and air conditioned guest cabins with shower and WC. The large salon is separated into restaurant and lounge areas with the highlight being the glass framed kitchen where you can catch a glance of the culinary skills of the chef. There is plenty of space on board the ship’s main deck where you can relax on the reclining furniture or comfortable seats. The upper deck is partly shaded.

Duration	8 days / 7 nights
Price	1890€ per person in a double cabin, 800€ individual supplement
Included services	8 day boat trip on a premium gulet with crew 7 nights in a double cabin with private shower/WC 7 x half-board on the ship Bed linen and towels Guided bike-tours as described in itinerary Overview maps for all cycle tours on board Support vehicle on all cycle tours Transfers during the trip incl. bicycle transport as described in itinerary Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites only group visits only English speaking tour guide
Not included in the tour price	Flights to/from Turkey Beverages on board (tally sheet; to be paid to the captain) Flat rate for bottled water: 25€/person/week Meals and drinks ashore, beach towel Entries for individually visited attractions Tips for crew and tour-guides
Additional optional services	800€ Single cabin surcharge – limited; reservation required ½ a double cabin can be booked on request 80€/week 21-speed hybrid bike with an Ortlieb pannier 180€/week electric bike with Ortlieb pannier availability limited on request Insurance against theft and damage of the rental bike: hybrid bicycle 10€/week; electric bike 20€/week not insured against deliberate damage 30€/person/way group transfer between Bodrum airport and the boat only on embarkation and disembarkation days: 60€/person/way transfer between Bodrum airport and Fethiye port 30€/person/way transfer between Dalaman airport and Fethiye port only on embarkation and disembarkation days 60€/person/way between Dalaman airport and Bodrum port only on embarkation and disembarkation days Additional nights in Turkey B&B: Prices on request
Difficulty level	Requirements (level 2 – 3) The day-tours average 40 km and take you through partly hilly and mountainous terrain. There will also be extended climbs where walking your bike is of course permitted. Most of the roads are asphalted. You can set aside a whole or half-day for swimming or relaxing on board the boat whenever you want. Helmet use is mandatory on all bike tours. You are strongly encouraged to bring your own (well-fitted) helmet. Bike helmets are available on board in limited number on request.
Reductions	In combination with another island trip in Turkey or Greece you get for the second trip a reduction of 100 euro per person Children up to age 16 receive a 25% discount on the basic tour price If you book a tour before January 31st, 2020 you receive a 5% early bird discount on the basic tour price not combineable with the 25% discount.
Itinerary changes	We reserve the right to make alterations to the itinerary, depending on wind and weather conditions or organizational requirements. The tour sometimes takes place in diverse order.
Cancellation fees	Our cancellation fees are: more than 59 days prior to beginning of the trip: 20% of the trip price 59 – 31 days prior to beginning of the trip: 40% of the trip price 30 – 21 days prior to beginning of the trip: 70% of the trip price 20 – 11 days prior to beginning of the trip: 80% of the trip price 10 – 1 days prior to beginning of the trip: 90% of the trip price No show: 100% of the trip price If you cancel on the starting day of the trip or if you do not appear for the start of the trip, we charge the full trip price. If you miss the start of the trip or are prevented from travelling due to incomplete travel documents, this will be considered as a cancellation. Reservation changes are handled the same way as cancellations. For changing your reservation, we will charge 50€ changing fee for changes made 28 days or more before the beginning of the trip. Any later changes if possible will need to be handled as a cancellation and new registration. Cancellation and reservation change fees are due immediately.
Bringing children	We believe that only children in a good physical condition and of a minimum age of 10 and previous bicycle tour experience are able to master the bike-tours on their own strength. Please note that the minimum height for the bikes we provide is 5 ft (1.50 m).
Catering	The on-board chef is a member of the crew and will prepare breakfast and one warm meal daily. The catering starts with dinner on embarkation day and ends with breakfast on disembarkation day.
How to reserve this trip?	25% deposit per person upon reservation, final payment 60 days before tour departure.