Central Greek Aegean Sea

Day 1: Arrival in Yalı Çiftlik (Bodrum district)
Day 2: Island of Kos, Kos Town 21 mi. (34 km)
Day 3: Island Leros, 13 mi. (21 km)
Day 4: Island of Patmos - Island of Lipsi, 14 mi. (22 km)
Day 5: Island of Lipsi - Island of Kalymnos, 7 mi. (11 km)
Day 6: Island of Kalymnos - Kos Island, 26 mi. (42 km)
Day 7: Island of Kos - Bodrum, 14 mi. (22 km)
​Day 8: Disembarkation in Yalı Çiftlik (Bodrum district)

*All distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, etc.

Day 1: Arrival in Bodrum
Transfers from Bodrum Airport to the harbor can be arranged upon request. Your journey begins in the vibrant coastal city of Bodrum, famous for its lively atmosphere and rich history. Check-in on your gulet begins at 4 pm. You may also choose to fly into Kos Airport and take the ferry across to Bodrum for embarkation (if arriving via Kos, your flight must arrive no later than 2 pm to catch the ferry connection). Spend the evening strolling through Bodrum’s bustling streets and enjoy a typical Turkish tea before joining a shared welcome dinner on board with your fellow travelers and tour guides.

Day 2: Island of Kos, Kos Town 21 mi. (34 km)
In the morning, the ship crosses to Kos Town. Your first cycling tour begins in the afternoon, taking you through the lush countryside of the island to the famous sanctuary of Asclepius, known for its connection to Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, who was born on Kos. After a guided visit, the route continues along the coastline, leading you back to the ship. The evening is spent in Kos Town, where a wealth of cultural treasures, such as the Roman Forum, the medieval Crusader fortress, and Ottoman-era mosques, reveal the island’s rich and layered past. Later, unwind in one of the town’s many inviting bars or cafés.

Day 3: Island of Leros, 13 mi. (21 km)
Start the day with an early morning sail to the picturesque island of Leros. Today's ride will bring you to the fort of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem in Agia Marina, through the town's small alleyways. You will continue cycling to the seaside chapel of Agios Isidoros, a romantic spot often chosen for weddings. In the afternoon, the boat departs for Patmos or a nearby bay.

Day 4: Island of Patmos – Island of Lipsi, 14 mi. (22 km)
Today begins with a short panoramic cycling tour on the sacred island of Patmos. According to tradition, it was here that St. John received his Revelation during exile. The route takes you to the world-famous Monastery of St. John in Chora, a village filled with winding whitewashed alleys and dotted with 34 churches and chapels. Continuing along the coast, you’ll arrive at a sandy beach where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. The ride ends back at the harbor, where the boat awaits the onward journey to Lipsi. In the evening, explore the charming village of Lipsi and don’t miss a stop at the delightful pastry shop by the harbor!

Day 5: Island of Lipsi – Island of Kalymnos, 7 mi. (11 km)
In the late morning, you’ll set out on a leisurely cycling tour around Lipsi, gaining a glimpse of the island’s rich agricultural traditions as you make a loop of its scenic roads. In the afternoon, the ship crosses to Kalymnos, arriving at the main port of Pothia. Here, you’ll spend the night surrounded by the old town’s historic charm, where traces of its former wealth, built on the legacy of sponge diving, can still be seen in its architecture and lively streets.

Day 6: Island of Kalymnos – Island of Kos, 26 mi. (42 km)
Today’s program features a full-day round tour of Kalymnos by bike, showcasing the island that has become a world-famous climber’s paradise. Along the way, you’ll pass through a surprisingly green valley, a striking contrast to the otherwise rugged landscape, and enjoy panoramic views of the bay-dotted coastline. Returning to Pothia, the ship awaits lunch before making the crossing back to Kos Town, where you’ll spend the night.

Day 7: Island of Kos – Bodrum, 14 mi. (22 km)
Your final cycling tour leads to the Embros thermal springs, where you can relax with a long swim in the healing waters. After lunch ashore, the ship makes its last journey back to Bodrum. In the afternoon, take one last stroll through the vibrant old town, visiting the imposing Castle of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem and the remains of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The day concludes with a farewell dinner shared with your guides and fellow travelers.

Day 8: Bodrum (Disembarkation)
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye. Disembarkation takes place in the morning, with collective transfers to Bodrum Airport available upon request.

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