.. The Yacht Charter Club- - - -Charter -Sales -F.A.Q. -About us --Comments - Jet Hire- -Contact -Site map -Home

DODECANESE AND TURKISH COAST

7 DAYS

Embarkation: Rhodes

Disembarkation: Samos

Day 1 RHODES - MARMARIS (26 miles)

Day 2 MARMARIS - DATCA (46 miles)

Day 3 DATCA - KNIDOS (20 miles)

Day 4 KNIDOS - BODRUM (22 miles)

Day 5 BODRUM ASIN BAY (38 miles)

Day 6 ASIN BAY - DIDYMA (18 miles)

Day 7 DIDYMA - KUSADASI (43 miles)

Day 8 KUSADASI - SAMOS(19 miles)

RHODES The largest island in the Dodecanese, Rhodes is also known as the island of the Sun or Pearl of the Mediterranean. She offers the best of both worlds, a fairytale town surrounded by medieval walls and a city with an intense nightlife and hundreds of shops where anything can be found. The entire island has sights worth seeing including those of the Acropolis at Lindos, the valley of the butterflies and the archaeological sites at Kamiros.

MARMARIS Set in a large bay has rich pine forest that almost reaches to the sea. Marmaris is one of Turkey's most attractive holiday resorts,. The harbour promenade is perfect for a stroll through the old part of town with its colourful restaurants, cafes and excellent bazaars.

DATCA Located next to the remains of the old town Knidos, is a fishing village which has lately grown into a holiday resort.

KNIDOS Located right at the tip of a peninsula, ancient ruins of the town are hidden among hill slopes untouched by modern civilisation. A perfect place to visit for relaxation and peace of mind.

BODRUM: One of the liveliest parts of Turkey, has a wide variety of restaurants and plenty of entertainment.

ASIN BAY: Walk through the ancient Agora and Temple which is built on the remains of the ancient town of Iassus.

DIDYMA: The name of a great temple dedicated to Apollo still overshadows the area. Remains of this religious sanctuary which in antiquity was famous for its oracle.

KUSADASI A major holiday resort in Turkey is a bustling town with lively entertainment and nightlife. Located within a large bay, it acts as a base for nearby excursions, especially to Ephesus. Her lively bazaar offers a wide selection of jewellery, leather items and Persian rugs.

SAMOS The homeland to Pithagoras, the father of mathematics has a history dating back to the Mycenean era. Picturesque villages and numerous fishing bays, are set among impressive monuments, museums and sandy beaches.

10 DAYS

Embarkation: Mykonos

Disembarkation: Rhodes

Day 1 MYKONOS - IKARIA (55 miles)

Day 2 IKARIA - SAMOS (30 miles)

Day 3 SAMOS - KUSADASI (19 miles)

Day 4 KUSADASI - (All day)

Day 5 KUSADASI - PATMOS (45 miles)

Day 6 PATMOS- LEROS (20 miles)

Day 7 LEROS - KALIMNOS (18 miles)

Day 8 KALIMNOS - KOS (16 miles)

Day 9 KOS - NISYROS (23 miles)

Day 10 NISYROS - SIMI (35 miles)

Day 11 SIMI - RHODES (24 miles)

MYKONOS Words cannot express the beauty of this island, claimed to be the prettiest of all the Cycladic island group. Whitewashed houses and windmills overlook the town and port. There are hundreds of narrow streets where one can easily wander and find stores selling folk art items, fine jewellery and end up at "Little Venice". Large number of tourists from all over the world including well known artists and actors visit this cosmopolitan island every year.

IKARIA Named after the legendary Ikarus, who was the first human who attempted to fly. Ikaria is long and narrow in shape with many fertile valleys and spas. Her wild evergreen scenery and primitive beauty is mixed with colourfully tiled houses and friendly, warm-hearted inhabitants.

SAMOS The homeland to Pithagoras, the father of mathematics has a history dating back to the Mycenean era. Picturesque villages and numerous fishing bays, are set among impressive monuments, museums and sandy beaches.

KUSADASI A major holiday resort in Turkey, is a bustling town with lively entertainment and nightlife. Located within a large bay, it acts as a base for nearby excursions, especially to Ephesus. Her lively bazaar offers a wide selection of jewellery, leather items and Persian rugs.

PATMOS Often called the Jerusalem of the Aegean due to the overwhelming atmosphere of the island during the great celebrations of Christianity. The dark cube like monastery of St. John's offers a breath taking view of the snow white villas which appear to be clinging to the roots of the monastery. The island's small valleys lead to endless beaches, some of which are stone and others pebbled.

LEROS An island with deep green coves, beautiful coastlines and idyllic valleys. It has known many cultures and offers a variety of cuisine's and architecture.

KALIMNOS This small and rocky island is known for sponge diving. The capital, Pothia, is amphitheatrically built with multicoloured houses, churches and scenic roads. Beautiful areas with picturesque villages, hot springs and sandy beaches, make Kalimnos a perfect island for relaxing holidays.

KOS The father of Medicine, Hippokrates, taught his students here under a plane-tree, which attracts many visitors every year. Among other impressive sights are the Asklepeion, the houses dating from the Roman era with the fabulous mosaics and the palace of the Knights of St. John. The island is famous for its seemingly endless beaches.

NISYROS Visitors will be impressed by the contrast formed by white washed houses on Nissiros' grey volcanic soil, just before they end up in one of the beautiful fishing villages. The dormant volcano fulfils the picture of this island as does the black pebbled beaches.

SIMI A picturesque island with steep hills which seem to dissolve into the sea. The traditional architecture of her main town, Ano Simi, has beautiful two storey houses and courtyards pelt with pebbles. Remains of Byzantine and medieval castles blend into silver sandy beaches.

RHODES The largest island in the Dodecanese, Rhodes is also known as the island of the Sun or Pearl of the Mediterranean. She offers the best of both worlds, a fairytale town surrounded by medieval walls and a city with an intense nightlife and hundreds of shops where anything can be found. The entire island has sights worth seeing including those of the Acropolis at Lindos, the valley of the butterflies and the archaeological sites at Kamiros.

Copyright © 1998 by Surface 1921 Ltd., London, United Kingdom. Text Copyright © 1998 by Surface 1921 Ltd. In all instances Surface 1921 Ltd. are acting as agents only. Full terms and conditions are available on request.