BODRUM MARMARIS ONE WAY ROUTE
STARTS from BODRUM/AKYARLAR
ENDS in MARMARIS
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95,4 miles in total
DAY 1 – AKYARLAR to KNIDOS – 19,6 miles
DAY 2 – KNIDOS to PALAMUTBÜKÜ – 7,7 miles
DAY 3 – PALAMUTBÜKÜ to DATÇA– 13,3 miles
DAY 4 – DATÇA to DİRSEK BÜKÜ – 14,7 miles
DAY 5 – DİRSEK BÜKÜ to BOZUKKALE – 13,0 miles
DAY 6 – BOZUKKALE to ÇİFTLİK – 16,1 miles
DAY 7 – ÇİFTLİK to MARMARİS – 11,0 miles
ITINERARY
DAY 1 – AKYARLAR to KNIDOS – 19,6 miles
Knidos is at the extreme South West tip of Turkey on the Datca Peninsula. It is commonly regarded as one of the most impressive ancient city ruins in the whole of what was Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey. There is an ancient harbour with a theatre close by. There are two churches just a short walk away. They were built in the Byzantine period and there are extensive excavations that have been going on since 1960. The Statue of Demeter was one of the best discoveries while the lion statues which stood protecting the harbour are in the British Museum in London. The Temple of Aphrodite is a major attraction for visitors as is the necropolis. While Knidos is remote, it is a place that all yacht charters are easily able to visit.
DAY 2 – KNIDOS to PALAMUTBÜKÜ – 7,7 miles
Palamutbuku is regarded as having the best beaches in the whole of Datca Peninsula in South West Turkey. The beaches are small but very nice, with the mountains behind. Gardens are colorful and the whole setting is calm and tranquil. It is a great place to get away from crowds and relax. Palamutbuku is at the end of the Peninsula, close to the ruins of the historic city of Knidos; it is just 12 kms away. The warm clear waters are full of fish and you can expect to be able to sample the day’s catch for dinner in the restaurants. It is said that you can see a shiny object on the sea bed it is so clear. There is no need to do anything other than relax and the pace of life is slow. The locals are very hospitable and help make your time in the area even more memorable. It has been described as paradise and it is certainly a place where many yachts sailing in the Dodecanese stop for a while.
DAY 3 – PALAMUTBÜKÜ to DATÇA– 13,3 miles
Datca is a town on the southern shore of the Peninsula of the same name in South West Turkey. It is around 75 kms west of Marmaris and has become a popular spot for yachts heading south down the Aegean and then turning east, or vice versa. There are many small coves on the Peninsula, small farming and fishing communities as well as beaches. It is famous for its tomatoes and olives and despite not having the greenery of some other parts of the Turquoise Coast, it is extremely fertile.
DAY 4 – DATÇA to DİRSEK BÜKÜ – 14,7 miles
Dirsekbuku lies between the Gulf in the Aegean and the Gulf of Hisonaru, an excellent stopping point for anyone sailing from Bodrum to Marmaris. There are a number of sheltered bays that are ideal for anchorage. The region is so nice it is often difficult to move on from a lovely place with its small islands.
DAY 5 – DİRSEK BÜKÜ to BOZUKKALE – 13,0 miles
The ancient city of Bozukkale (Loryma) dates back to the years BC. The nine towers of the castle walls extend out in a rectangular pattern and together with the castle look very solid and well preserved. ”Kale” means ”corrupted” so the name may be a consequence of one side of the Castle being missing. Bozukale was used by the British navy many years ago, acting as a shipyard as well. There are great views across the Aegean and everyone can watch the yacht activity out to sea. Its location also resulted in it being a natural stopping off point for yachts sailing in the Aegean. In 395 BC, the Athenian Navy under the commander of Karori is known to have visited while Demetrios, son of Antigonos chose this port to prepare for the attack Rhodes during the Cnidus War in 305 BC.
DAY 6 – BOZUKKALE to ÇİFTLİK – 16,1 miles
Little remains of the fishing village that Marmaris was just a few decades ago but still retains its charm to its unique location between two intersecting set of mountains by the sea. It has two major marinas and several smaller ones.
DAY 7 – ÇİFTLİK to MARMARİS – 11,0 miles
The voyage finishes back in port with enjoying an excellent breakfast before finally returning to dry land. If you have some days ashore before finally returning home, we would recommend that you take some time to see what Marmaris and the immediate region has to offer. The natural environment is stunning; forests hug the slopes with the contrast between green and the blue of the sea and sky creating a lovely setting. Then there is some last minute shopping?
PRICES
up to 2 cabins/4 guests – 3000euro
up to 3 cabins/6 guests – 3750euro