Central Greek Aegean

Greece Bike + Barge Tours

Cycle Greece by island hopping the Aegean from Bodrum

On this Greece bike tour, you will explore the sunny islands of the Greek Aegean and stay aboard a comfortable Turkish Gulet. Although this Greece bicycle tour begins in Turkey, all the islands that will be visited are part of Greece. These islands are magical and mystical, rich in history and legends. This is a world where the sun paints its pictures and the sea provides life. Join this tour and sail the Greek Aegean, relax in idyllic bays, enjoy the wonderful views and follow the traces of a moving and glorious past. You will visit the the famous Asclipion, where the well known doctor Hippocrates practiced. We dive into the atmosphere of the holy island of Patmos or admire the wonderful panoramas on your bicycle tour there.
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2018 Prices
BB2, Halis Temel, Osman Kurt: £ 1057 $ 1,879 € 1290 NOK 12685 kr 11709 $ 1,522
Supplement above deck cabin (only available on the Love Boat): £ 123 $ 219 € 150 NOK 1475 kr 1362 $ 177
Single supplement below deck cabin: £ 410 $ 728 € 500 NOK 4917 kr 4538 $ 590
Single supplement above deck cabin: £ 574 $ 1,020 € 700 NOK 6883 kr 6354 $ 826
2019 Prices
Elara 1, Love Boat, Osman Kurt: £ 1221 $ 2,171 € 1490 NOK 14652 kr 13525 $ 1,758
Supplement above deck cabin (only available on the Love Boat): £ 123 $ 219 € 150 NOK 1475 kr 1362 $ 177
Single supplement below deck cabin: £ 410 $ 728 € 500 NOK 4917 kr 4538 $ 590
Single supplement above deck cabin: £ 574 $ 1,020 € 700 NOK 6883 kr 6354 $ 826

extra options
Extra nights in Bodrum:
Hotel El Vino:
April 2018
Twin/double with breakfast: £ 49 $ 87 € 60 NOK 590 kr 545 $ 71 Single: £ 90 $ 160 € 110 NOK 1082 kr 998 $ 130 Suite with breaksfast (double occupancy only): £ 57 $ 102 € 70 NOK 688 kr 635 $ 83 May and October 2018
Twin/double with breakfast: £ 57 $ 102 € 70 NOK 688 kr 635 $ 83 Single: £ 107 $ 189 € 130 NOK 1278 kr 1180 $ 153 Suite with breaksfast (double occupancy only): £ 66 $ 117 € 80 NOK 787 kr 726 $ 94 June and September 2018
Twin/double with breakfast: £ 70 $ 124 € 85 NOK 836 kr 772 $ 100 Single: £ 127 $ 226 € 155 NOK 1524 kr 1407 $ 183 Suite with breaksfast (double occupancy only): £ 78 $ 138 € 95 NOK 934 kr 862 $ 112 4 star Hotel Salamakis Beach Resort and Spa
April 1 to May 12 and October 11 to October 31, 2018:
Twin/double with dinner included: £ 33 $ 58 € 40 NOK 393 kr 363 $ 47 Single: £ 49 $ 87 € 60 NOK 590 kr 545 $ 71 May 13 to June 10 and September 27 to October 10, 2018
Twin/double with dinner included: £ 41 $ 73 € 50 NOK 492 kr 454 $ 59 Single: £ 61 $ 109 € 75 NOK 738 kr 681 $ 89 August 27 to September 26, 2018
Twin/double with dinner included: £ 61 $ 109 € 75 NOK 738 kr 681 $ 89 Single: £ 90 $ 160 € 110 NOK 1082 kr 998 $ 130 Hotel Comca Manzara
May 15 to June 13 and September 24 to October 28, 2018
Twin/double, all inclusive: £ 45 $ 80 € 55 NOK 541 kr 499 $ 65 Single: price on request
Suite, all inclusive: £ 57 $ 102 € 70 NOK 688 kr 635 $ 83 June 14 to July 8 and Augut 26 to September 23, 2018
Twin/double, all inclusive: £ 61 $ 109 € 75 NOK 738 kr 681 $ 89 Single: price on request
Suite, all inclusive: £ 74 $ 131 € 90 NOK 885 kr 817 $ 106 July 9 to August 25, 2018
Twin/double, all inclusive: £ 78 $ 138 € 95 NOK 934 kr 862 $ 112 Single: price on request
Suite, all inclusive: £ 86 $ 153 € 105 NOK 1033 kr 953 $ 124
Electric bicycle rental (limited number, advanced reservation required): £ 66 $ 117 € 80 NOK 787 kr 726 $ 94
Hybrid bicycle protection: £ 8 $ 15 € 10 NOK 98 kr 91 $ 12
Electric bicycle protection: £ 16 $ 29 € 20 NOK 197 kr 182 $ 24
Collective transfer between Bodrum airport and boat (embarkation/disembarkation days, must be reserved in advance): £ 12 $ 22 € 15 NOK 148 kr 136 $ 18 Customized transfers are also available on request.
please note
If you combine this tour with the Islands of the Sun God tour or the Lykian Coast, you will receive a £ 82 $ 146 € 100 NOK 983 kr 908 $ 118 discount per person for the second tour.
Single supplement can be avoided if you are willing to share your cabin with someone of the same gender.
Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Information to read before you book.
We recommend purchasing bike trip insurance.
† Currency exchange rate set 90 days before travel.
Please see our FAQ.
Travel
The most convenient airport to fly into and out of is Bodrum Airport (BJV). Transfers to and from the ship are available. See pricing. Alternatively, you can fly via the Greek island of Kos with continuation by ferry to Bodrum. You can reach the island of Kos by scheduled flights through Athens or directly from many European cities. Use one of the many flight search engines for the cheapest rates.
Local Travel
From the Bodrum airport, a transfer to the ship can be arranged with advanced reservation. From Kos Airport , take a taxi to the ferry terminal in Kos Town. The travel time is about 30 minutes and the cost is about €37 - €45. Taxis can be found directly at the airport terminal. A board with the taxi prices can be found at the taxi stand. You can also use public transportation. When you go out of the arrivals hall, you will find the bus station on your left, at a walking distance of about 25 meters. Here the bus departs from KTEL to Kos town via Mastichari. The journey time is 40 minutes to Kos city. Tickets can be bought on board the bus for a price of€ 3.20.The ferry crossing to Bodrum takes about 1 hour. You should be in Kos harbor at least 30 minutes before the ferry departs to allow time for border formalities. The departure is usually at 16:30, so you arrive at 17:30 in Bodrum. In Bodrum, a staff person can be waiting after the border check to escort you to the ship but you will need to provide your travel details. The return trip from Bodrum is usually at 09:30 with arrival in Kos at 10:30. The ferry ticket costs about 19 euros each way and should be booked in advance online (return ticket about 32 euros).
Climate
Check local conditions prior to departure. Average high/low temperature in °F for the Bodrum area is: 68/57 for April, 76/63 for May, and 85/71 for September.
Remarks
Please be aware that you will be part of an international group of people. Minimum number of participants is 14, maximum number is 30. This tour is operated parallell with a MTB tour in the same boat. One guide will cater for the hybrid bike riders while the other guide leads the MTB group.
Other important information:
Please book outward flights after midday into afternoon hours to allow yourself enough time to get fromt he ship to the airport.

Tour Dates

2018 Dates

Osman Kurt: September 22, October 6, and October 13, 2018

BB2: April 14, and June 9, 2018

Halis Temel: April 28, May 26, September 15, and October 27, 2018

2019 Dates

Osman Kurt: April 13, April 20, May 4, May 18, September 21, and October 5, 2019

Love Boat (formerly the BB2): June 8, 2019

Elara 1 (formerly the Halis Temel): October 19, 2019

Skill Level

This is a moderate to difficult guided tour. The bike routes require a basic level of fitness, ideally acquired by frequent biking. The routes reach an altitude of 200 – 400 meters. The roads are mostly asphalted and take place on lightly trafficked roads as much as possible. The daily biking distances range from 9 to 19 miles (15 to 30 km). Routes cover hilly and mountainous terrain but can be completed without time restraints. You will also come across some longer and rather steep climbs, where you may want to push your bike. The tour guides will inform you about the course of the tour in due time. You always have the option to cycle individually or with other participants, using the maps provided. This would give you time to take photographs, explore flora and fauna or other sites at your leisure.

Where You’ll Stay

Aboard the Comfort Class Ships, the Osman Kurt or the BB2

What’s Included

Accommodations below deck for 8 days/7 nights on a comfort class boat
7x half board
Bed linen and towels
Bike tours and sightseeing as described in itinerary
21-gear trekking bike with an Ortlieb saddle bag
Overview-maps for the daily tours, on board
Entrances to museums and archaeological sites (group visit only)
English and German speaking tour guide

What’s Not Included

Drinks (tally sheet; to be paid to the captain); flat fee for drinking water: 20 Euro/adult; 10 Euro/children till age of 16
Meals on land
Gratuities for crew & tour guide (optional)
Transfer to and from the airport/harbor (reservation required)
Bike protection
Travel insurance

Extra Stay

Extra nights before or after the tour: Hotel Comca Manzara in Bodrum or 5* Hotel Hapimag Seagarden near Bodrum - pricing on request

Tour	Bike+Boat
Type	Guided
Skill	Moderate–Difficult
Length	8 days
From	€1290 Rates
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Day-To-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bodrum
Day 2: Island of Kos, Kos Town 16 mi. (25 km)
Day 3: Island Leros, 16 mi. (25 km)
Day 4: Island of Patmos - Island of Lipsi, 7 - 10 mi. (12 - 16 km)
Day 5: Island of Lipsi - Island of Kalymnos, 6 - 10 mi. (9 - 16 km)
Day 6: Island of Kalymnos, 19 - 29 mi. (30 - 45 km)
Day 7: Island of Kos - Bodrum, 12 mi. (20 km)
Day 8: Disembarkation in Bodrum

*All distances are approximate. The above planned 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.
Individual arrival to Bodrum harbor. Collective transfers from Bodrum Airport to the harbor is available for an extra cost on request. Check-in begins on your ship at 2 pm. Alternatively, you can fly to Kos Airport and take the ferry across to Bodrum for check in (if you choose to arrive via Kos, make sure that your flight arrives no later than 2 pm in Kos in order to catch the ferry connection). You can use the evening hours to enjoy the lively vibe in the city of Bodrum and relax with a typical Turkish tea. In the evening, a collective dinner on board can be enjoyed in the company of your travel companions and tour guides.

Day 2: Island of Kos, Kos Town 16 mi. (25 km)
In the morning, you will cross over to Kos. You will cycle to the picturesque Tingaki Beach to enjoy a lengthy swim in the sea. On the way, you will pass the world famous archaeological site of the Asclipion of Kos - the place where Hippocrates, the famous physician, practiced modern medicine. Continuing along, the group will reach the town of Kos. An entourage of cultural sights in Kos town will give you an insight into the town’s turbulent historical past: The Roman Forum, the Fortress of the Knights and the mosques from the time when Kos was still part of the Ottomans Empire. The evening is rounded off in one of the numerous bars and cafes.

Day 3: Island Leros, 16 mi. (25 km)
Early morning crossing to the scenic Island of Leros. Leros is green, varied, and always offers new and surprising views and many small harbors. As you cycle Greece in the morning you will head to the fort of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem in Agia Marina and into the small laneways of the town. After an espresso break in the idyllic harbor of the town, it is on to the seaside chapel of Agios Isidoros. Following the sea you reach a beautiful sandy beach where you may stop for a swim or a coffee. Upon arrival, the boat will cast off for Patmos or a nearby bay.

Day 4: Island of Patmos - Island of Lipsi, 7 - 10 mi. (12 - 16 km)
On a short panoramic cycle tour, you will visit Patmos and it's grotto. It is said that St. John received the revelation during his captivity here. The world famous monastery of St. John of Chora is found in a village with numerous white alleys, 34 churches and chapels radiating heavenly peace. After a visit, you will continue along the coast until reaching the port. The group will enjoy lunch on the boat before cruising on to Lipsi. Enjoy the afternoon in the charming harbour town and do not miss a visit to the legendary pastry shop!

Day 5: Island of Lipsi - Island of Kalymnos, 6 - 10 mi. (9 - 16 km)
In the late morning, you will explore Lipsi by bicycle and gain an impression of it's rich agriculture following a tour once around the island. A short crossing in the afternoon takes you to the green island of Kalymnos. Overnight stay in a bay.

Day 6: Island of Kalymnos, 19 - 29 mi. (30 - 45 km)
After a nourishing breakfast, you will cycle across the island. Starting at Emporios, you first cycle along the western coast and continue over a mountain pass opening up into a surprisingly green valley. Today's route goes through varied landscapes leading to the main village of Pothia. In the afternoon, you will have enough time to explore the old town center in Pothia on foot. One can clearly identify the wealth which sponge diving brought to the inhabitants of this town. Overnight stay at the harbor or in anchor.

Day 7: Island of Kos - Bodrum, 12 mi. (20 km)
In the morning, you cross over to Kos. The last cycling trip begins here and leads you to the Embros thermal springs, where you can enjoy a lengthy swim. After lunch ashore, you will enjoy the last cruise aboard before reaching Bodrum. Here you can once more go for a walk through the lively and eastern old town of Bodrum with it’s impressive castle of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem and the remains of the famous Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. An evening meal is enjoyed together in the company of guides and guests.

Day 8: Disembarkation in Bodrum.
After breakfast, check-out and transfer to the airport or you may extend your stay in Europe.

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