ONE WEEK SAILING – BOZUKKALE - MARMARIS

Day: 1 Marmaris/Marmaris (0 h)) Marmaris situated where the Mediterranean and Aegean seas meet lies in a natural harbour surrounded by pine forests stretching down to the waterfront. Marmaris is one of ' s premier vacation resorts, built around a sweeping natural bay at the foot of a steep mountain slope. The old town is a maze of twisting little streets and alley ways with whitewashed houses amid an excellent shopping bazaar. The beautiful harbour water front hosts many restaurants and bars where you can relax and take in the spectacular view. One look at the yachts in the harbour will tell you that Marmaris is a stylish and cosmopolitan resort. The traffic-free promenade stretching from the marina all the way round the bay to Icmeler has a sophisticated 'Riviera' feel to it, that is vaguely reminiscent of St.Tropez.

Day: 2 Marmaris/Ciftlik (1h20) Fifteen miles east of Loryma, Ciftlik (ancient Phalarus) is a beach village set in a striking mountain cul-de-sac. This is a very convenient first stop if you are cruising from Marmaris towards . The bay is very well protected and has numerous jetties and restaurants around the shore. There are limited provisions available here and if you are lucky you may be able to buy fresh fish straight from the fishermen. We have regularly experienced particularly strong winds on the passage from Marmaris along with the neighbouring anchorage at Gerbeske, so be watchful!

Day: 3 Ciftlik/Bozukkale (1h20) Every yacht is sure to call at Bozukkale, which is located 15nm from Marmaris. In ancient times there was a shipyard here. Entering the bay, the citadel walls of the ancient city of Loryma that used to be here can be seen on the western and is truly a magnificent site. The harbor at Bozukkale was also used during Roman and Byzantine times and by the Knights of as well. The inlet is much larger than nearby Serce, and you will find an even greater collection of beach view restaurants. The view is fantastic with the citadel, and the Byzantine ruins all in sight, backed by the mountains definitely one of our favourites.

Day: 4 Bozukkale/ (1h20) Ensconced among the green mountains of the Datca Peninsula, Bozburun is a charming little harbour at the end of some wonderful sheltered bays. This splendid area is thickly forested with pine trees and the sweat smell of frankincense lingers in the air. It is totally sheltered by the hills and mountains behind it. While it is possible to swim, there is no official beach in Bozburun. It is fascinating to watch the ship builders on the waterfront assemble the wooden skeletons of embryonic boats in the shadows of the towering cliffs that stand guard over Bozburun.

Day: 5 Bozburun/Datca (2h30) It is the largest village and the only one of its size on this part of the coast besides Bozburun. Datca is a very picturesque village that is still rather untouched by tourists it is also the main harbour for provisioning between Bodrum and Marmaris and is a must, if you pass this way. The inhabitants of this region make their living by growing and selling olives, almonds, honey and garden fruits and vegetables, catering particularly to . The almonds of Datça are particularly prized in the region.

Day: 6 Datca/Serce Limani (3 h) Serce Limani is located 13nm from Gerbekse and is situated on the southern side of the , on the banks opposite Rhodes. The harbour has a magnificent gate carved from stone. It is a safe haven for boats. The waters of the bay are clean and clear. In an underwater survey, a shipwreck dating to the 11th century BC was discovered here. The ship had once been carrying a glass cargo. Artifacts brought up to the surface have been sent to the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology. This discovery has made Serçe Limani a well- known venue.

Day: 7 Serce Limani/Marmaris (3 h) Back to the base in the afternoon.

Day: 8 Marmaris Disembarkation at the base.