Cruise through the sparkling waters of the Aegean aboard this traditional Turkish sailing vessel! Discover the beauty of the Gulf of Gokova and its stunningly beautiful islands, bays and inlets. Visit Orak Island, Tuzla Bay, Cleopatra Beach, Pabuc Burnu, Kargili Bay and the Kisebuku Ruins. Each day you will explore a new area, enjoy a swim, hike through ancient Byzantine ruins, go shopping in port towns or anchor in a private bay to enjoy the sunset. Relax in the splendour of nature and admire the unspoiled coastal scenery. Based on a design that is centuries old, a gullet is a wooden sailing vessel handmade by the Bodrums in the southwest of Turkey. This classical two-masted sailboat comfortably accommodates 12-16 passengers in 6-9 cabins. Guests will enjoy dining on traditional Turkish cuisine, fishing, snorkelling sunbathing and a tour at sea!

Book one cabin or charter the entire cruise for your family and friends. Gullet yacht cabins are available with A/C as an upgrade. This is a unique and entertaining way of experiencing Turkey. Relax with private airport transfers and 24/7 support from Kensington.

Request a quote or call Kensington to speak to a European Destination Expert to learn more about various extensions and all the different ways of customizing your tour. Some examples are traveling further into Turkey to the magical cave city of Cappadocia or heading to the mountains of Greece to the awe-inspiring ancient monasteries of Meteora.

Day 1
Bodrum
Airport transfer with your private car and driver. Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). A gullet is a traditional design of a two-masted wooden sailing vessel from the south-west coast of Turkey. The Bodrum-built design is between 19 - 25 meters and accommodates between 12 and 16 guests in 6 to 8 cabins. The cabins have en-suite WC & handheld showers (with hot & cold water). There is a music set, VHF radiotelephone and a dinghy on each yacht. Air conditioning is available as an upgrade. Gulet yacht cruising is all about tranquillity and getting away from the pressures of modern day life, whilst cruising the crystal clear azure waters that gently lap the famous and magnificent coastline of south-western Turkey. Bodrum is a Turkish port town located southwestern Aegean Region of the country, on the Gulf of Gökova, and facing the Greek island of Kos. It is an international center of tourism and yachting. The city was called Halicarnassus of Caria in ancient times. The Mausoleum of Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was here. Bodrum Castle, built by the Crusaders in the 15th century, overlooks the harbor and the International Marina. The castle grounds includes a Museum of Underwater Archeology and hosts several cultural festivals throughout the year.

Day 2
Gulf of Gokova
While you have breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise programme and the boat. Then set sail for Orak Island. Take the opportunity to swim in the crystal-blue waters of Orak Island and to have lunch. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Cokertme is a small and lovely fishing town, and guests are welcome to take a short walk on the shore. Anchor in the bay for dinner and overnight stay. Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). A gullet is a traditional design of a two-masted wooden sailing vessel from the south-west coast of Turkey. The Bodrum-built design is between 19 - 25 meters and accommodates between 12 and 16 guests in 6 to 8 cabins. The cabins have en-suite WC & handheld showers (with hot & cold water). There is a music set, VHF radiotelephone and a dinghy on each yacht. Air conditioning is available as an upgrade. Gulet yacht cruising is all about tranquillity and getting away from the pressures of modern day life, whilst cruising the crystal clear azure waters that gently lap the famous and magnificent coastline of south-western Turkey. The Gulf of Gokova is a narrow gulf of the Aegean Sea which separates the Bodrum peninsula from the Resadiye peninsula in southwest Turkey. Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus), located in its northwest reaches, is the only large city on the gulf today, but the gulf was originally named for the ancient city of Ceramus, on the north shore. The Greek island of Kos closes off the gulf from the Aegean.

Day 3
Gulf of Gokova
Before the breakfast in the early morning we will set sail for Seven Islands. You will be greeting another beautiful day in Seven Islands Region. In the region full of many small Islands and coral reef it is recommended that you should dive, swim, sleep and rest. Our guests can also enjoy a walk in the forests surrounded with pine trees. Our first stop in Seven Islands region will be Kufre Bay. We will be anchoring at Uzun Liman (Long Port) for dinner and overnight stay. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). After lunch you can enjoy a short walk in the forest and take a rest in Ali Baba's local shed-like cafe. Then we will sail to English Port for dinner and overnight stay. The name English Port comes from the 2nd World War; when the ships of English Navy -forces used to dock here. There are myraid small and large bays suitable for anchorage, so boats are often completely private. Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Gullet Yacht (3*).

Day 4
Gulf of Gokova
Anchoring at Tuzla Bay to enjoy a swim in the turquoise blue waters. For lunch the captain will set sail to Longoz Bay, another paradise, sheltered with huge pine forests. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Gullet Yacht (3*).

Day 5
Gulf of Gokova
Cruise to Sedir (Kedrae) Island. This unique Island with its small beach and unbelievable clear water is like an open-air museum. You can see the city-walls, the ruins from the Dors' reign (later on restorated as a church); the amphitheatre with 1500 guest capacity and the domed historical buildings. You can walk around the wrecks of pillars with antique writings on them or the ancient stones decorated with reliefs. Cleopatra beach has a very special kind of sand that can only be found in the deserts of Northern Africa. According to myth, King Antonius brought this sand from Egypt by sea for Cleopatra. Then the boat will cruise to Karacasogut village for dinner and to spend the night. This lovely village is located 25 kms away from Marmaris. The transportation from here to Marmaris can be done by 'dolmus' buses. There are optional tours to Marmaris or Dalyan-Caunos for those wishing to explore these places. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Gullet Yacht (3*).

Day 6
Gulf of Gokova
Cruise to Kargili Bay early in the morning. After lunch, anchor at Kisebuku (Alakisla) and tour the Byzantine ruins. Spend the night in this lovely bay. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Gullet Yacht (3*).

Day 7
Gulf of Gokova - Bodrum
Sail to Pabuc Burnu in time for lunch. Enjoy a Turkish tea in Yaliciftlik Bay. Then the boat will sail back to Bodrum port for the last day's dinner and overnight stay. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner (included in tour price). Overnight at Gullet Yacht (3*).

Day 8
Bodrum
Airport transfer with your private car and driver. Kensington Tours donates a portion of our proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.