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LYCIAN VOYAGE
Dalyan to Antalya, 14 Day Voyage
The coast between Dalyan and Antalya is known as the "Lycian Coast." White, sandy beaches, picturesque fishing villages and unparalleled archeological wonders await you in the warm, sapphire blue waters of the Mediterranean.
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Your yachting tour of the Mediterranean Coast to starts in Dalyan. The region that starts from the Stream of Dalaman and extends to Antalya, is called the Lycian Region. The Lycians, a tribe of seafarers much like the people of Karia, lived in this region in the year 2000 B.C. Many very ancient cities and monuments, which are accessible by yacht only, are remarkably well preserved and secluded. You will visit the major cities of the Lycian League at Kuanos, Letoon, Xanthos, Patara, Tlos, Myra.  Fly into Dalaman, out of Antalya.  

Taking a Water Taxi in Dalyan


Mud Bath and Thermal Hot Springs at Dalyan
  Day 1
Board the Gundogan in Gocek.
We will sail off to Ikincik, a small quiet cove just north of Dalyan. We’ll spend the late afternoon at Dalyan Beach and enjoy a sunset cocktail. Dinner and overnight at Ikincik. After breakfast we will set sail for Ikincik, a small quiet cove just north of Dalyan. Take a water taxi and spend the afternoon at the beautiful Dalyan Beach and enjoy a sunset cocktail. Dinner and overnight at Ikincik.


Day 2
After breakfast Dalyan or ancient Kuanos is your next port of call  - and one of our favorite places! Dalyan and Delikli Island lies right off the coast, southeast of Ekincik. Yachtsmen enjoy a change of pace when they anchor at the island and take a smaller craft excursion into the Dalyan Delta. The Delta, with a long, golden sandy beach at its mouth, is a nature-conservation area and a refuge for sea turtles (Caretta Caretta) and blue crabs. At a bend in the river, high on the cliff face above, you can see the fascinating ancient harbor city of Kaunos, with its magnificent Lycian tombs carved into the rock. There are so many fascinating things to do here. You can explore the ancient city of Kuanos, with it's interesting ruins, tombs and incredible views form the top of the fortress. Look for turtles - Caretta Caretta - the Mediterranean Loggerhead turtles - as you are boating through the unique bamboo marshes of the river. Have a supurb lunch of Blue Fin Crab or the local fish delicacy "Kefal" at one of the many fish restaurants along the river. And don't miss the famous Thermal Mud Baths, that have muddied the likes of Dustin Hoffman, Sting and many other celebrities. Dinner and overnight at Ikincik.

Butterfly Valley


Beautiful harbor of Kas
  Day 3
Cruise to Fethiye stopping at quiet coves for swimming and snorkeling along the way. In the city of Fethiye, ancient Telmessus, shopping, nightclubs, restaurants and internet cafes abound! Of the ancient city nothing remains except a number of rock tombs and sarcophagi. The rock tombs cut into the cliffs that rise behind the town can be admired clearly from the sea. To get to them you must climb up a lot of steps clearly sign-posted from the town. Overnight in Fethiye Marina.

Day 4
Depart early in the morning for Butterfly Valley. This small cove offers tremendous views and incredibly blue waters. You can swim, hike up to the waterfall to see the butterflies, and take a more difficult climb up to Faralya Village and have lunch at George's House. Cruise along to Oludeniz (Dead Sea) and Gemiler. Enjoy a swim in the warn crystal clear waters. Ruins from a Byzantine Church said to be of St. Nicholas are accessible from the shore. Pack a cocktail and marvel at the spectacular sunsets from the top of the island. Dinner and overnight anchored at Gemiler.

Day 5
We will slowly make our way south. stopping at quiet coves for swimming and snorkeling along the way. Cruise to the quintessential Mediterranean fishing village of Kalkan. Narrow cobblestone streets wind up the hillside among simple houses, shops, restaurants and some very lively discos. After an exquisite dinner on the yacht, you can set out to explore this unique adventure. Kalkan
has a magical quality and all who visit return year after year. Dinner and overnight in Kalkan Harbor.

Lycian Tombs in Myra


Ancient Lycian Ruins at Kekova
  Day 6
Spend the morning discovering Kalkan and its wonderfully friendly residents or take a mini bus (the captain can arrange it) and visit the ancient cities of Letoon, Xanthos, Patara, Spend the afternoon at Patara Beach. Back to the yacht and cruise to Kas, stopping at a quiet cove to swim. Dinner and overnight at Kas Harbor.

Day 7
Spend the morning discovering Kas - another quaint, Mediterranean fishing village. Lycian tombs scattered through the cobblestone streets remind you of just how old the city is. Winding streets flanked with huge star jasmine, gardenia, bougainvillea, palms, figs and pomegranate trees wind among simple houses, restaurants, Greek theater, shops are a few of the attractions of this picturesque seaside town. Or take a mini bus to the Saklikent Gorge where you can hike the Gorge, tube the River and have a memorable lunch. Dinner and overnight at Kas Harbor.

Day 8
Marvel at the sunken ruins of Kekova and walk among the fallen stones of this one time member of the Lycian League. This remote area is one of the most beautiful and interesting places along the southwest coast of Turkey. Here we find a Kale, small fishing village, crowned with a crusader castle which
commands a spectacular view across the bay and up to the mountains. Hike up to the castle and the Lycian tombs. On the way back, enjoy the incredible views and sunset from one of the small tea houses along the winding footpath that descends from the Castle. Overnight anchored at Kale.

Buying scarves from the girls in Kale


Picturesque village of Kale


The ancient ruins at Olympus


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  Day 9
Departing Kale, we set off to Myra. On the way you can take a mini bus tour (the captain can arrange it) to the ancient city of Myra and the church of St. Nicolas where he preached and was buried. Back to the boat and visit the jungle-like ruins at Olympos (home of Hercules) one of the most dramatic settings in Turkey. Dinner overnight in Finike.
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Day 10
Set out early for Olympus, one of the most mystical and dramatic settings along the southern coast. A colorful pebbled beach decorates these jungle-like ruins where it is said Hercules was born. A full day is needed to enjoy the clear, warm waters and to hike around the ruins. An optional excursion is available to Chimera, the place where the first Olympic torch was lit from eternal flames that rise from the earth. Dinner overnight in Olympos.

Day 11
Departing Kale, we set off to Myra. On the way you can take a mini bus tour (the captain can arrange it) to the ancient city of Myra and the church of St. Nicolas where he preached and was buried. Back to the boat and visit the jungle-like ruins at Olympos (home of Hercules) one of the most dramatic settings in Turkey. Dinner overnight in Finike.

Day 12
Phaselis was founded in the 7C BC by Rhodian colonists and is currently a Turkish National Park. Three bays surround the peninsula, which makes Phaselis particularly beautiful and a perfect setting for 18 holes of frisbee golf!  A well preserved aqueduct, two Roman baths with substantial mosaics, 3 small agoras also with mosaics, a colonnade 22 meters wide flanked by an acropolis and an amphitheater where wild beasts challenged each other in a fight to the death, and a large necropolis are just a few of our designated frisbee holes. Dinner and overnight in Phaselis.

Day 13
Cruise towards Antalya, stopping at quiet coves along the way. After lunch and swimming break we will continue to travel Antalya. A bustling, prosperous city with fabulous restaurants, museums, nightclubs, hotels and easy access to some of the worlds finest ancient ruins, make Antalya a unique destination. Dinner and overnight at ancient Kaleici Marina.

 
Day 14
Disembark the Gundoğan on the 14th day. Fly out of Antalya Airport.

These itineraries have been designed to provide the best Blue Voyage possible. However, the itineraries are flexible and can be adjusted for special requests you may have or to allow for sudden weather conditions and crowds. At certain times of the year, your captain may find it necessary to move to an alternative mooring to avoid overly popular bays.

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