Turkey Collection
Aegean Blue Cruise Bodrum & Gokova Gulf
A 7-night, 8-day Blue Cruise from Bodrum to the Gulf of Gökova and back, through secluded bays and crystal-clear waters.
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Moments from the Journey
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Overview
A Journey Through 10,000 Years
Embark on the ultimate summer retreat with our 7-night, 8-day Blue Cruise from Bodrum to the Gulf of Gökova, returning to Bodrum. This idyllic voyage aboard a luxury yacht offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure along Turkey's stunning Aegean coast. Each day, discover secluded bays, crystal-clear waters, and lush pine forests descending right to the waterline — perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and unwinding.
Highlights
What Makes This Tour Unforgettable
Orak Island
Clear blue waters just outside Bodrum, ideal for the first swimming break
Cleopatra Island (Sedir)
A golden sandy beach and the ruins of the ancient city of Cedrae
The Seven Islands Region
Coral reefs and pine forests, perfect for swimming, diving and fishing
Optional Dalyan Excursion
A side trip to the loggerhead turtle nesting beaches and ancient Caunos
Day by Day
Your Itinerary
Day 1
Bodrum
Welcome to the Blue Cruise voyage! We begin at Bodrum Harbor for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2
Bodrum to Cokertme
We sail to Orak Island for a swimming break and lunch, then continue to Cokertme, a quaint fishing town, for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3
Cokertme to English Port
The voyage continues to the Seven Islands region for breakfast, with options for swimming, diving, snorkeling and fishing, and an onshore walk through a pine forest. We stop at Kufre Bay before anchoring at Long Port (Uzun Liman), then continue to English Port, named for British Navy ships that docked here during WW2. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4
English Port to Karacasogut Village
We sail to Sedir (Cedrae) Island, also known as Cleopatra Island, with its golden sandy beach and the ruins of the ancient city of Cedrae. We continue to Karacasogut Village for dinner and an overnight stay; an optional excursion to nearby Dalyan (loggerhead turtle nesting beaches and the ancient city of Caunos) can also be arranged.
Day 5
Karacasogut Village to Tuzla Bay
We sail to Tuzla Bay, stopping at Longoz Bay for lunch and a walk in the pine forest. We continue to Tuzla Bay for another swimming break before dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6
Tuzla Bay to Kargili Bay
We arrive at Kargili Bay (Molla Ibrahim Bay) for an early morning swim, then go ashore at Kisebuku (Alakisla Buku) to explore Byzantine ruins, with dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7
Kargili Bay to Bodrum
We continue to Pabucburnu for lunch, then to Yaliciftlik Bay for tea and optional village sightseeing, before heading to Bodrum Port for our last dinner and overnight stay.
Day 8
Bodrum Disembarkation
After breakfast, the cruise finishes in Bodrum.
What's Included
Your Journey Covers
- A/C cabin with private bathroom and shower on the yacht
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea/coffee/biscuits, dinner)
- Fuel and harbor fees
- Standard yacht equipment, board games, snorkels and masks, fishing lines
- Taxes and handling service
- 24/7 support during your trip
Questions
Frequently Asked
Is the Dalyan/Caunos excursion included or optional?
It's offered as an optional add-on from Karacasogut Village on Day 4.
How does this cruise differ from the Marmaris–Fethiye route?
This itinerary stays within the Gulf of Gökova area near Bodrum, with a focus on quiet bays and pine forests, rather than the longer coastal route toward Fethiye.
Are drinks included on board?
No, all drinks (including water) are sold on board at reasonable prices.
When does this cruise operate?
Departures run every Saturday from April to November; private cruises can be arranged on other days.
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