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Step aboard a private 27‑meter gulet for eight days of Aegean bays, ancient ruins and quiet anchorages. This private cruise from Bodrum combines daily swims and snorkels with stops at Knidos, Datça and remote coves.
Step aboard a private 27‑meter gulet for eight days of Aegean bays, ancient ruins and quiet anchorages. This private cruise from Bodrum combines daily swims and snorkels with stops at Knidos, Datça and remote coves.
The gulet eases out of Bodrum harbor as the town’s castle shrinks behind you and the Aegean opens, bright and indifferent. Onboard M/S Bodrum Queen — a 27‑meter, six‑cabin gulet refitted in 2020 with room for 12 and four crew — mornings begin with coffee on deck and afternoons end with quiet anchorages lit by a low sun.
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Operated by Onelli Travel · Bodrum, Muğla
The gulet eases out of Bodrum harbor as the town’s castle shrinks behind you and the Aegean opens, bright and indifferent. Onboard M/S Bodrum Queen — a 27‑meter, six‑cabin gulet refitted in 2020 with room for 12 and four crew — mornings begin with coffee on deck and afternoons end with quiet anchorages lit by a low sun.
You’ll trade busy ports for classical ruins, prosaic fishing coves and clear water. Day two brings Knidos, a Hellenistic headland where marble columns and ancient sightlines still read as strategic geography. The coastline here is limestone and schist, cut by wind and waves into steep headlands, shallow sand bars like Kizkumu and sheltered bays that collect seagrass and marine life.
Culture on this route is simple and local: Datça’s stone shops, Selimiye’s seafood landed that morning, and villages where cash and a smile go a long way. Expect dolphins to circle while sea turtles haul through the shallows — the sea has its own agenda and patience rewards you.
Practically, the tour is private and family‑focused: captain, chef and crew handle navigation and meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner included). Daily sails are typically 1–5 hours, with swim/snorkel stops at Palamutbuku, Bencik and Black Island; kayaks and paddleboards are included. Cabins are air‑conditioned; power is limited at anchor. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a reliable mask, light waterproof layers and small‑denomination cash. Note: not recommended for pregnant travelers and all sales are final. This cruise is for travelers who want a measured balance of exploration and downtime, the coastline daring you to slow down and look closer.
easy.
8 days.
Suitable for people comfortable boarding via ladder and moving on a small vessel; minimal fitness required but basic mobility helps.
Yes — the boat is chartered only to your group, with a captain and chef aboard for an exclusive itinerary.
Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) and basic snorkeling equipment, kayaks and paddleboards are provided; bottled water and coffee/tea are included.
Yes, the listing notes onboard WiFi, but expect speeds to drop or disconnect when the boat is off the mainland or in remote bays.
Children are welcome, but the cruise involves open‑water swims and ladders; it is noted as not recommended for pregnant travelers.
This stretch of Aegean coast has layered maritime history from Bronze Age seafaring to Hellenistic ports like Knidos; ruins often sit on headlands that controlled sea lanes.
Anchoring in seagrass beds harms critical Posidonia; favor marked moorings when available, use reef‑safe sunscreen and limit single‑use plastics onboard.
Onelli Travel operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The gulet eases out of Bodrum harbor as the town’s castle shrinks behind you and the Aegean opens, bright and indifferent. Onboard M/S Bodrum Queen — a 27‑meter, six‑cabin gulet refitted in 2020 with room for 12 and four crew — mornings begin with coffee on deck and afternoons end with quiet anchorages lit by a low sun.
The gulet eases out of Bodrum harbor as the town’s castle shrinks behind you and the Aegean opens, bright and indifferent. Onboard M/S Bodrum Queen — a 27‑meter, six‑cabin gulet refitted in 2020 with room for 12 and four crew — mornings begin with coffee on deck and afternoons end with quiet anchorages lit by a low sun.
You’ll trade busy ports for classical ruins, prosaic fishing coves and clear water. Day two brings Knidos, a Hellenistic headland where marble columns and ancient sightlines still read as strategic geography. The coastline here is limestone and schist, cut by wind and waves into steep headlands, shallow sand bars like Kizkumu and sheltered bays that collect seagrass and marine life.
Culture on this route is simple and local: Datça’s stone shops, Selimiye’s seafood landed that morning, and villages where cash and a smile go a long way. Expect dolphins to circle while sea turtles haul through the shallows — the sea has its own agenda and patience rewards you.
Practically, the tour is private and family‑focused: captain, chef and crew handle navigation and meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner included). Daily sails are typically 1–5 hours, with swim/snorkel stops at Palamutbuku, Bencik and Black Island; kayaks and paddleboards are included. Cabins are air‑conditioned; power is limited at anchor. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a reliable mask, light waterproof layers and small‑denomination cash. Note: not recommended for pregnant travelers and all sales are final. This cruise is for travelers who want a measured balance of exploration and downtime, the coastline daring you to slow down and look closer.