Blue Cruise Tours Archives | Sobek Travel https://www.sobektrekking.com The Leader of The Trekking and Culturel Tours in Turkey Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:36:10 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.10 Mediterranean Sailing Gocek & Kekova & Fethiye https://www.sobektrekking.com/our-destination/mediterranean-sailing-gocekkekovafethiye/ https://www.sobektrekking.com/our-destination/mediterranean-sailing-gocekkekovafethiye/#respond Fri, 05 Apr 2019 12:27:52 +0000 http://www.sobektrekking.com/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=13103 The post Mediterranean Sailing Gocek & Kekova & Fethiye appeared first on Sobek Travel.

]]> Lycia is one of Turkey’s loveliest regions. Geographically it falls in the area between Fethiye and Antalya along the soutwestern coast of Anatolia. The massive chainsof the Taurus mountains dominate the harsh landscape. The ranges of the Beydağları, the ancient Solyma in the east and Akdağ, ancient Massicytus in the west, with their 3.000 m high peaks, from the northern borders of the region, while to the south, in several points (around Finike, Kınık and Fethiye), it stretches into lowlands to the Mediterranean.

The vegetation is typical of the Mediterranean basin, with citrus trees and, in higher altitudes, pine, spruce, and even the nowrarely encountered cedar forests. Strabo furnishes us with a detailed report on the Lycian Federation. According to him, 23 cities with their votes were represented in the federation and held each year an assembly. The most important cities among them had three votes each. They were Xanthos, Patara, Pinara, Tlos, Myra and Olympos, and their economic power was further expressed by the large quantity of coins they minted.

Day 1 : Dalaman – Fethiye
Meet the group at the airport and transfer to Fethiye Harbour. Overnight on boat.

Day 2 : Gocek Islands (Agalimanı – Hamamkoyu)
In the morning sailing to Agalimani (1 hr). After breakfast we walk up hill throuh forest with the view of the sea. Here we can visit the cisterns that ruined from Lydians. After a tea break in a shephard’s hut we go on the walking to Marti bay and then reaching to batik Hamam bay. We embark on our boat that waits us at Binlik bay. Afternoon will be spent by swimming and visiting Batik Hamam. Here we find a Roman bathhouse partly submerged in a bay fringed by pinecovered hills. Overnight on board with all meals.

Day 3 : Gemiler Island – Kayakoy Walk
İn the morning we sail to Gemiler island (2 hrs sail). On this island are the remains of a sizeable Byzantine settlement and though many of the buildings are in ruins, there is still sufficient to see, including some marvellous mosaic floors, to make a ramble ashore worthwhile. There are churches, chapels and civil building ruins of the Byzantine period, constructed between 5 – 11th centuries AD on the island reached via boats from ֬宩z or Gemiler Bay. İt is important as its one of the centers from where Christanity was initially spread. The island is also know as St. Nicolas, and is one of the areas visited on the Blue Cruise route. We will be transfered to Kayakoy to explore the uninhabited town of Kaya was initially a ghost village, the largest Greek ghost town in Asia Minor. After the foundation of Turkish republic, the governments of Turkey and Greece changed the population in 1920s. After the visit of Kayakoy village we start the walking to Oludeniz. We will take the path and pass through forest (around 3 hrs walk). Arrive beach of Oludeniz Opportunity for swimming. We meet our but again for relaxing and swimming. Late afternoon in Gemiler we will visit the some ruins of Byzantines Churches from 4 and 5 century then we will see the sundown at the top of Gemiler island hill. Overnight on board.

Day 4 : Gemiler – Kalkan – Simena (Sunken City) – Kekova
Today our first stop will be Kalkan. Kalkan, an attractive village built into the steep seacliff. Kalkan is an ideal base for the yatch for suppling their needs. After 2 hrs sailing, reaching to Firnaz bay. After the breakfast we will visit Kalkan harbour. Aftenoon our journey will go on to Kekoka, Gokkaya bay. The ‘three mouths’ of Ucagiz are the two openings east and west of Kekova island and the channel to the village itself. As trade between the Lycians and the other Hellenistic Greeks increased so did piracy and many harbors and ports were fortified in the same way that Kekova is. Inside the castle is a theatre cut from the rock. It has no stage. Its seven rows of seats could hold about 300 people, an indication of Simena’s small size. We anchor today to Gokkaya island. Overnight on boat.

Day 5 : Kekova Island – Visit Myria
İn the morning we will visit Demre , the archaeological site of ancient Myra is two kilometres away from modern Demre. The origins of this city date back to the fifth century B.C. The Lycians were an unified race, sharing coinage, a common language and script not dissimilar to Jndo-European though Greek had replaced this language by the fourth century. The Church of St. Nicholas was built in the third century A.D. It was later enlarged and embellished with the contributions made by pilgrims who came in ever increasing numbers, became a basilica. After the visit Demre, we walk from Kapakli bay to simena casstle. Simena, whose harbour is dotted with ancient sarcophagi (tombs) and whose houses cling to a hillside beneath a medieval castle. Hiking up to the castle we find within its walls a tiny ancient theatre, carved from the solid rock, a wonderful place to sit and soak up the beautiful surroundings. Only the way to reach this village is by boat. İn winter times the children are carried by boat for their schools to other town. Opportunity for swimming. Overnight on board in Kekova.

Day 6 : Kas
In the morning after breakfast we visit the bays of Kekova then sailing to Kas (2 hrs), the ruins of Antiphellos are spread around the town of Kas which lies at the neck of a small peninsula in the Mediterranean. We will walk to Theathre in Limanagzi (1 hr walk). Afternoon we will anchor in Kas town and free time to visit the town. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 7 : Kas – Fethiye
In the morning we sail to Fethiye and we stop for swimming in Samanlik bay. After lunch we sail to Fethiye, some 2400 years ago, Fethiye (FET-hee-yeh) was the prominent town of Telmessos, but earthquakes have left only a few Lycian stone sarcophagi from the old town, along with the dramatic Tomb of Amyntas carved into the sheer rock cliff high above the town. Late afternoon will be free to visit and shopping in Fethiye. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 8 : Dalaman Airport – Home
In the morning transfer (1 hr) to the airport and fly home.
Limit : 7 / 16 persons
Season : April to October

Yacht Technical Details :

Type : Gullet
Length : 19 – 26m
Bright : 6 – 7m
Watter Tank : 3.000 – 5.000 Liters
Electricity : 220V
Other : Kittchen + cook, 4-6-8 cabins; each cabin has wc – hot shower, most of the cabines only French Beds

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]]> https://www.sobektrekking.com/our-destination/mediterranean-sailing-gocekkekovafethiye/feed/ 0 Agean Sites Sailing Bodrum Tour https://www.sobektrekking.com/our-destination/agean-sites-sailing-bodrum-tour/ Fri, 05 Apr 2019 12:06:53 +0000 http://www.sobektrekking.com/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=13100 The post Agean Sites Sailing Bodrum Tour appeared first on Sobek Travel.

]]> We plan to spend 7 days cruising this magical shoreline in a small chartered gulet, a handmade wooden motorised yacht of traditional
Turkish construction. Our gulet is motorpowered with local skipper plus crew and has a sundeck and double or twin cabins shared by the
passengers. There is also a salon-bar, and en-suite WC/shower facilities. Delicious Turkish food is prepared aboard by our local cook .

Bodrum has a history that goes back to the 12 th century B.C. The city which was called as ‘ halicarnassus’ was the birthplace of
Heredotos; the ‘ Father of History’ who has lived in the 5 th century B.C. Thus Bodrum was a home to many civilizations and a lot to see:
The ‘ Mausoleum’ of the King Mausolus which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World is in this cultural city.

Day 1 : Bodrum
Meeting the group at the airport and transfer to the boat. Overnight on board in Bodrum.

Day 2 : Cokertme
Starts with a welcome on board meeting while you enjoying your breakfast. Your guide will inform you about the cruise programme and the boat. During this time your captain will be completing the port – departure procedures. Then sailing starts. Our first stop is Orak İsland. After a lunch and swimming or diving break in crystal-blue waters of Orak İsland, the captain will hoist sail to Cokertme; a small fishing town, where you can enjoy a short-walk in its infinite-blue shores.

Day 3 : Uzun Liman
In the morning after the breakfast in the early morning comes sailing to Seven Islands. You will be starting an another beautiful day in Seven Islands Region. In the region you will see so many small islands close to each other and is recommended that you should dive here, swim, sleep and get the best rest. You can also enjoy a walk in the forests surrounded with pine trees. Our first stop in Seven İslands Region will be Kufre Bay. We will be docking to Uzun Liman (Long -Port) and will have the dinner and Overnight here.

Day 4 : Ingiliz Limani
After the breakfast and a short sail we will be docking to Tuzla Bay to enjoy a swim in its turquise- blue waters. Morning swimmings will become one of your daily activities. We will sail to Longoz Bay for lunch; another paradise, sheltered with huge pine forests. After the lunch you can enjoy a short walk in the forest and take a rest in local cafes. Then comes sailing to English Port for the next dinner and the night-stay. The name English Port comes from the 2nd World War; as the ships of English Navy – forces were docking here. In this area there are so many small and large bays for the boats to dock. Overnight on board.

Day 5 : Karacasogut
Sailing to Sedir ( Kedrae) island. This unique island with its small beach and unbelieveable clear water is like an open-air museum. You can see the city -walls, the ruins from the Dors’ reign (later on restorated as a church); the amphitheatre, with 1500 guest capacity and the domed historical buildings. You can walk around the wrecks of pillars with antique writings on them or the ancient -time; stones. Cleopatra beach, that is located on this island has a very speacial kind of sand that can be found only in the deserts of Northern Africa and is not allowed to take even a small amount of this sand out of the island. According to the myth King Antonius had brought this sand from
Egypt by sea for Cleopatra. Then our boat will be sailing to Karacasogut village for the dinner and the night. This pretty village is located 25 kms away from Marmaris. Overnight on board.

Day 6 : Kisebuku
Morning saling again to Kargili Bay in the early morning. The breakfast is served on the way. We will be docking to Kisebuku( Alakisla) for a swimming break after the lunch. There you will see the Byzantians’ ruins. We will spend the dinner and the night in Kisebuku.

Day 7 : Bodrum
Sailing to Pabucburnu after breakfast and a short swimming break here. Then docking to Yaliciftlik Bay after lunch and for those who wish to take a village tour from here can enjoy the village. Then our boat will be sailing back to Bodrum Port for the last day’s dinner. Overnight on board.

Day 8 : Home
Transfer to the airport and fly home.

Limit : 7 / 16 persons
Season : April to October

Yacht Technical Details :

Type : Gullet
Length : 19 – 26m
Bright : 6 – 7m
Watter Tank : 3.000 – 5.000 Liters
Electricity : 220V
Other : Kittchen + cook, 4-6-8 cabins; each cabin has wc – hot shower, most of the cabines only French Beds

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]]> Anatolian Trek & Blue Cruise on Mediterranean https://www.sobektrekking.com/our-destination/anatolian-trek-blue-cruise-on-mediterranean/ Fri, 05 Apr 2019 07:28:13 +0000 http://www.sobektrekking.com/?post_type=avada_portfolio&p=12996 The post Anatolian Trek & Blue Cruise on Mediterranean appeared first on Sobek Travel.

]]> First we discover the uniqueness of Cappadocia. Violent eruptions of Mt Erciyes (3916 m) and Mt Hasan (3300 m) three millions years ago covered the surrounding plateau of Cappadocia with tuff. The wind and rain have eroded this brittle rock and created a surrealist landscape of rock cones, capped pinnacles and fretted ravines, in colours that range from warm reds and golds to cool greens and greys. After we explore Capadocia region we drive to Taurus Mountains. There is always the horizons, studded with peaks of grey, tan and purple; and a magnificent scenery at your feet – the beautiful mountain lakes of Taurus. The high meadows or pastures are inhabited by semi-nomadic groups during the summer, in the months of June to September, in particular, by theyoruk, who are Turkoman in origin and whose traditional occupation is grazing their goats and sheep. On our trek, we will often meet with the hospitality of nomads and local villagers of this area. After trekking part, driving to the coast of Turkey. We sail in the most beautiful coastal area of the Turkish Mediterranean, known to the ancients as Lycia this fabled coast of clear turquoise blue water is rich with archaeological sites. Fragrant pine forests tumble down a back cloth of mountain slopes to end abruptly in red cliffs, secret coves and sandy beaches with its excellent climate, guaranteed sunshine, this delightful coastal offers to spend holidays sailing in a culture, history and nature combining area.

-Uchisar Castle                                                             -Red Valley

-Mt. Taurus                                                                    -Mevlana Dervish Museum

-Kayakoy                                                                        -Simena

Day 1 : Kayseri – Cappadocia

Meet at the airport and transfer to the hotel in Cappadocia for overnight.

Day 2 : Akvadi – Uchisar Castle 

We trek thorough the Akvadi (white valley) eroded so perfectly by time, rain and wind during centuries. On our way following a seasonal river, many strange curious rock formations and fairy chimneys round us. If we are lucky we can also see some wild birds. (Like hoopoe) and some wild animals (like fox). In 3h walk our way gets us up to Uchisar village where we have lunch break in a restaurant. Uchisar village is settled around a high promoter, which is called citadel. We visit it walking to the top where we have rewarding panoramic view on all the surrealist Cappadocia area. In the afternoon we follow a path to the Pigeon valley, and we will see some pigionaries that is holy for Moslem people. At the end of the walking we arrive to Goreme where we will overnight.

Day 3 : Mustafapasa – Pancarlik valley – Kizilcukur (Red valley )

Before  we begin our walk we visit  surrealist rock formation and churches of Pancarlik valley. The interesting sweeping curves on the valley flanks give a particular character to the region. We follow the river that will take us to Ortahisar village. We continue our walk through Kızılcukur valley. Sometimes known as the ‘’red hole’’ Kızılcukur is probably the hottest valley in region. Hidden in its array of fairy chimneys is The church with grapes where there are frescos depicting viniculture and fruit growing (The vine produced here now is very sweet and heavy ).

Day 4 : Cappadocia – Taurus Mountain

Our final walking day in this region is spent walking in Pasabagları, known as the valley of the Priests. Many of the chimneys here are only partially divided, showing us the continuous erosion process. Interestingly too there is a small minaret transformed from a church belfry indicating that this place was inhabited by Moslems after the Christians. This valley is  also noted for the many caves in the fairy used by hermits for their retreats . After walking  we will be transferred to Cukurbag village. On our route we’ll visit the fascinating underground city of Kaymaklı. (8 floors on 57 m under the ground ). On arrival in Cukurbag village, the trailhead village, we will have our lunch  here . We begin our Trans-Taurus Trek with a 2 hours hike to Emli  valley 1900 m. Overnight at camp.

Day 5 : Optional walk to Alaca Plateau

Today there is the opportunity to walk up to the Alaca Plateau (2400m). Starting off on the southern slopes of the Taurus mountains we head slowly upwards to Mangırcı valley and onto the plateau itself. We stop for lunch near a naturel spring before a slow descent back to Emli Valley and overnight camp.

Day 6 : Emli – Sokulupinar (2000 m) 

Departing our campsite we ascend the Emli Valley, before climbing up again to the high pastures of the Eznevit yaylası (2538 m). Depending on the time of year, we may encounter the semi nomads of this area grazing their flocks. After lunch we gradually descend to our campsite at Sokullupinar (2000 m).

Day 7 : Sokullupinar – Cimbar canyon 

The day is to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the northern face of Mount Demirkazık (3756 m). More impressive scenery as we trek through the impressive Cimbar Canyon. We pause in the Demirkazık village (1550m)  for a while to absorb the scenery and have lunch-break in a village house. We’ll contact with the habitants of the village whose lifestyle hasn’t change for centuries. It may be possible to observe some women spinning wool and working on their looms. After lunch return to camp site. Overnight village house in Demirkazik Village.

Day 8 : Cukurbag – Konya 

Through valley and hills we follow the paths sloping down to Cukurbag village 2 h , a rather rustic settlement at 1450 m high. After a pause-tea in a local tea-house, in order to meet the population. We drive (2.30h) to Konya city  the official capital of Seljuk empire 12/13th century We visit  Mevlana Dervish museum with its dome turquoise tiles. The museum was originally a monastery and is still a very holy place, home to the Whirling Dervishes and containing the tomb of their founder. Overnight at hotel in Konya.

Day 9 : Konya – Demre – Cayagzi

In the morning 5 h driving to Demre  where we will board to out boat a lovely spot surrounded on three sides by forested mountains. We get into our boat. Overnight on board.

Day 10 : Cayagzi – Kekova 

We sail today to Kekova island. Along the Northern shore of Kekova, earthquakes have disturbed  the land causing some of the ancient houses to sink under the clear water, creating a sunken city. Visit of the Simena citadel, offering a bird’s eye view of the bay. We swim and snorkel in crystal blue waters, feast on fabulous local cuisine, cruise over an ancient sunken city and explore Lycian tombs. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 11 : Kekova – Kalkan 

About 3 hours sail to Kalkan. Sailing Kas to Kalkan is  crossing between Greek small island and Kas, Kalkan a lovely small hilltop town overlooking a tiny bay. Its quaint traditional, white washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers cascading to the streets below make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town. Overnight on board.

Day 12 : Kalkan – Oludeniz – Gocek  

Sail to Oludeniz, the stereotypical Turquoise coast paradise. After lunch-break on board, We make an excursion walking up to Kayakoy, the largest Greek ghost town in Asia Minor. Kayakoy was initially a ghost village, its ancient stone houses left uninhabited after their Greek inhabitants left Turkey during the great population exchange of the 1920s. Now Kayakoy provides you with the opportunity to enjoy a quiet, traditional Turkish village.  Then return back down to Oludeniz,  an idyllic sea bay and a quiet lagoon set against a wild mountain backdrop of dense forest. Its beach takes its eerie name from the secluded lagoon at the beach’s western end. Protected by hills and entered by a narrow channel, the lagoon is calm during even the worst storms. Chance to swim. Sailing along some small wild virgin bays until the Gocek Golf, one of the Mediterranean best sailing spots. Dotted with islands and indented with many coves, its land and seascapes are irresistible. Dinner and overnight on board nearby the Gocek village. Opportunity to spend evening in the village. Overnight on board.

Day 13 : Gocek – Istanbul

Transfer to Dalaman airport and fly to Istanbul.  Transfer to Hotel .Free day in Istanbul. You have a half day to discover this town which was known as Constantinople until the First World War, capital of Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Nearly all the city’s main sites are in the old  Stamboul: Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Basilica cistern.. Overnight hotel.

Day 14 : Istanbul   

Free day in Istanbul. (You can discover Bosphorus by boat on your own )  Overnight hotel.

Day 15 : Istanbul – home

Transfer to airport and fly home.

 

Grade : II

Limit : 6 – 18 persons

Dates : From May to October

 

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