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Day 1: BODRUM
Boarding starts at 15:30 from Bodrum Harbor. On the first day,
our boat will remain anchored in Bodrum Port for dinner and overnight. Bodrum has a history that goes back to
the 12th century BC. The city was called 'Halicarnassus' in
ancient times,
was the birthplace of Herodotus, the 'Father of History' who
lived in the 5th century BC. The 'Mausoleum' of King Mausolus
[350 BC] is one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world is in
Bodrum. The only structure that survived from the Classical Era is
the Amphitheater. It is one of the oldest theaters in Anatolia
seating 13,000 and still hosts concerts in Bodrum. Another place
you should visit in Bodrum is the Castle of Saint Peter, one of the best
preserved historical buildings that dates back to the Middle
Ages. Another place that is not to be missed is the recently
restored Myndos Gate, through which Alexander the Great entered
Halicarnassus.
Day 2: KOS
After breakfast you will be briefed about the cruise
itinerary and the boat. After customs formalities are
completed we will cruise to the Greek island of Kos Island. The Asclepion, known to be
the birth place of Hippocrates, the Father of Medical
Sciences, is here. All the people from the east
Mediterranean with health problems were treated in Kos. Kos is
the second largest island of the twelve Dodecanese islands, it has a very mild climate and very fertile land. The
island has a 560 year old tree, a 211 year-old fountain and a
290 km long beach. You can take a quick swim at Lambi Beach
which is very close to Kos Harbor. Kos is one of the islands
that has the best night life. Nafklirou, a street full of bars, is
always crowded, colorful, and full of life.
Day 3: PSERIMOS
LEROS
We will start to cruise early in the morning to Pserimos Island
for breakfast and a swimming break. Then we will cruise to the
beautiful island of Leros which is a mountainous, green island
with high cliffs and many small bays and villages. After lunch
and another swimming break in Xerakampos we will anchor at Lakki
Harbor or Agia Marina Port located in the east. You should
visit Platanos the main city of Leros with steep staircases, narrow
streets, and flower gardens. From Platanos you can take the 300
steps leading up the Castle of Leros, rent a
bike or explore the island on foot.
Day 4: PATMOS
We will cruise to Patmos Island early in the morning. We will
have a swimming break in a bay around the island. Patmos is not
a big island, but it is one of the best known. It was here that
St. John completed the last part of 'The Apocalypse of John',
and this is why Patmos is sometimes called "The Jerusalem of the
Aegean". The Monastery of St. John’s towers above the capital, a
village called Chora, and actually the whole island breathes of
faith and devotion. According to mythology, Patmos was a present
from Zeus to his daughter Artemis, goddess of hunting and young
women. She was worshipped here in antiquity, and the monastery
of St. John was built on her temple. You may have an optional
tour to these places. After breakfast, you may have a walk
through the monasteries. Our yacht will stay in Patmos Port for
dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5: LIPSI
We will set sail to Lipsi Island. We will have a swimming break
in one of the many small islands in front of Lipsi. On Lipsi
Island there are beautiful sandy beaches, like Platis and Giolos
with their crystal green waters. The capital with its white
houses, numerous taverns, cafeterias and restaurants is located
in the small natural port. On the island, the Church of the
Catopanaghia constructed in the 7th century deserves a visit,
along with the Church of Panopanaghia from the 15th century.
Day 6: KALIMNOS
We will take a swimming break in a beautiful bay around Kalimnos
Island. We are going to enter Pothia Harbor which is the
capital of the island. The islanders ensured their livelihood
with sponge diving for centuries. There are nice beaches such as
Massouri, Mirties and Vlyhadia around the island.
Day 7: KARAINCIR BODRUM
We will have a swimming break at Karaincir on the way back to
Bodrum. The return to Turkey will be through Bodrum Port. We
will be staying at Bodrum Harbor for dinner and our final
overnight stay.
Day 8: BODRUM
Disembarkation will be after breakfast, by 10:30.
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