South Greek Aegean Sea

Day 1: Bodrum (Embarkation)
Day 2: Bodrum - Yalıçiftlik (round tour) - Kos, 23 mi. (38 km)
Day 3: Kos Island/Kos Town - Nisyros Island, 19 mi. (30 km) 
Day 4: Nisyros Island - Tilos Island, 19 to 25 mi. (30 to 40 km)
Day 5: Tilos Island - Chalki island, 14 mi. (22 km)
Day 6: Chalki Island – Symi Island, 16 mi. (25 km)
Day 7: Datça (Datça-Peninsula) - Knidos - Bodrum, 26 mi. (41 km)
Day 8: Bodrum (Disembarkation)

All distances are approximate. Any and all planned itineraries are subject to change, even on very short notice, due to changing wind and weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances having to do with mooring requirements, docking location changes, lock repairs, etc.

Day 1: Bodrum (Embarkation)
Individual arrival to Bodrum harbor. A collective transfer from Bodrum Airport to the harbor is available for an extra cost, on request. Check-in begins 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.

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 group dinner on board can be enjoyed in the company of your travel companions and tour guides.

Day 2: Bodrum - Yalıçiftlik (round tour) - Kos, 23 mi. (38 km)
After breakfast, there will be a short cruise to Yaliciftlik. From here you start your first bike ride through the local pine forests to Camlik where you will have the chance to refresh yourself with a short coffee break. You continue cycling through silver-green olive groves to the small village of Etrim. Ancestors of the Turkmen tribes continue to live semi-nomadic lives in the region. Marvel at their fascinating handcrafts and discover some local cuisine at the local restaurants during lunch break. After lunch, you will return to Yaliciftlik to board the boat and cruise to the island of Kos. A wealth of cultural sights in Kos town provide an insight into the town’s turbulent historical past including the Roman Forum, the Crusader fortress, and the mosques from the time when Kos was part of the Ottoman Empire. The evening can be spent in one of the numerous bars or cafes in the town.

Day 3: Kos Island/Kos Town - Nisyros Island, 19 mi. (30 km) 
Cycle in the direction of the world-famous archaeological excavation site of the Asclepion in Kos, the former realm of Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine. From here, cycle along the coast back towards the town of Kos. Here we board the boat and cruise to the volcanic island of Nisyros. 

Day 4: Nisyros Island - Tilos Island, 19 to 25 mi. (30 to 40 km)
Begin in the morning with a cycle tour to Nikia - a village built directly on the Stefanos crater rim at 1,400 ft./430 m above sea level. From here, enjoy a fascinating view of the volcano crater. The white houses and the numerous pebble mosaics bring great character to the village. From here, cycle on to the crater with its steaming sulfur springs and finally back to the small port town of Mandraki where the boat awaits to take you to Tilos Island, inhabited since ancient times.

Day 5: Tilos Island - Chalki island, 14 mi. (22 km)
The morning bike ride takes you from Livadia to Megalochorio. Enthusiasts can visit the pygmy elephant museum before returning back to the boat. A tasty lunch awaits you onboard followed by a relaxing cruise from Tilos to the island of Halki. 

Day 6: Chalki Island - Symi Island, 16 mi. (25 km)
In the morning, the boat crosses to Panormitis Bay in front of the island of Symi, where the local monastery offers us a pleasant visit. After, follow the motto “off to the other side of the island!” Scaling several switchbacks, slowly conquer the hill, allowing yourself enough time to enjoy the picturesque views on the way up. Today's destination is the Island's capital of Symi, with its classical cityscape and harbor. In the evening, you can climb to the upper part of Symi town. From the top, enjoy a breathtaking view over the harbor and the coastline of the bay. An evening visit to a remote tavern enables you to enjoy the evening away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Day 7: Datça (Datça-Peninsula) - Knidos - Bodrum, 26 mi. (41 km)
From Symi, make your way to the neighboring, Datça Peninsula. Today’s bike tour takes you from the Datça district along the peninsula to the historical ruins of Knidos (4th Century BC) with a wonderfully preserved amphitheater. A stroll through this historical site leaves a lasting impression. Depending on the departure times of the guests onboard the following day, you can either spend the night in Knidos or cross over to Bodrum. An evening meal is enjoyed together in the company of guides and guests. 

Day 8: Bodrum (Disembarkation)
After breakfast, you disembark. Fee-based collective transfers to Bodrum Airport with advanced reservation. If you wish to fly home from the Island of Kos, your ferry will depart at 9:30 am. Please ensure that your flight departure from Kos is no earlier than 1 pm.

Want to visit Istanbul before or after your tour? Please see the Extra Stay section of the tour page for more details!

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