Here is a peaceful place, in the heart of a powerful and well-preserved nature, at the foot of the mount Latmos (1367m).
At the extremity of the Bafa Lake that was a gulf connected to the sea in antic times, the pretty harbour of Kapkiri is the starting point to discover the area. The ruins of the antic Heracleia are romantic traces disseminated among the houses of the modern town.
Our trekking paths will lead us to rock-cut caves where Christian hermits formerly lived… We will discover the islands of the lake populated by thousands birds by a boat excursion…
In an area where winter climate is temperate, we combined the pedestrian hiking and cruising in a comfortably arranged gullet with a sympathetic crew.
As Turkey has been called “the cradle of civilisation”, on this coast with a rich history, added to the amazing spectacle of a sea with limpid water striking the abrupt cliffs, you will discover the archaeological richness dating back to 8th century BC of Greek and Roman cities which are admirably preserved, with a Lycian necropolis lost in the vegetation. Turkey has been a sailing paradise ever since man started to navigate. It offers a multitude of idyllic cruising opportunities in still unspoilt surroundings, particularly on the Aegean coastlines – a wonderful area with rocky peninsulas, thousands of bays, sandy coves and numerous historical remains.
Through this tour, you will have an excellent approach of an area rich in archaeological sites and still non-affected by new civilisation. In the daytime we follow the trails traced by shepherds on the mountain flanks with fascinating sea-sights On the way we take opportunity to discover archaeological sites dispersed in a luxurious vegetation, with the privilege of visiting those which are accessible only on foot. At the end of the afternoon we join our gullet to end the day with a sea-trip. Each evening choose a different bay for the anchorage.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul to Izmir
Day 3: Izmir > Selçuk
Day 4: Bafa Lake : Selçuk > Golyaka – Monastery of Yediler (the 7 brothers) – Herakleia
Day 5: Bafa Lake : The Walls of the old city – Old Latmos
Day 6: Bafa Lake : Town Pinarcik- Small Ionapolis.
Day 7: Bafa Lake > Dalyan > Göcek boat
Day 8 9: > Sarsali –Hamam- Binlik
Day 10: > Binlik – Merdivenli
Day 11: > Merdivenli – Lydae – Agalimanı – Gemili
.Day 12: > Öludeniz – Kayaköy – Samanlik.
Day 13: Fethiye > Pamukkale
Day 14: Pamukkale İzmir
Day 15: Istanbul.
Of course, each of our tour programmes can be adapted to create a tailor-made, 100% personalized travel itinerary to suit you. Let us craft your vacation around your interests, your budget and your travel style. Experience the hidden treasures of Turkiye at your own speed.
