A crewed gulet charter voyage
Bodrum Peninsula, Marmaris, Hisarönü & Datça charter itinerary
Bodrum & Gulf of Hisarönü — Bodrum to Bodrum
A magnificent eight-day circular voyage departing Bodrum and venturing deep into the turquoise bays and ancient shorelines of the Gulf of Hisarönü, weaving past ruined cities, secluded pine-fringed coves, and thermal springs before returning to the vibrant lights of Bodrum Marina.
The voyage at a glance
Day 1
Bodrum — Aquarium Bay (Akvaryum Bay)
Day 2
Aquarium Bay — Knidos — Palamutbükü
Day 3
Palamutbükü — Bozburun — Söğüt
Day 4
Söğüt — Dirsekbükü — Kameriye Island — D-Maris Bay
Day 5
D-Maris Bay — Emel Sayın Bay — Dişlice Island
Day 6
Dişlice Island — Aktur Bay — Datça — Kargı Bay
Day 7
Kargı Bay — Mersincik — Karaada (Black Island)
Day 8
Karaada — Bodrum (Return)
Day 1
Bodrum — Aquarium Bay (Akvaryum Bay)
Begin your charter in lively Bodrum, where the imposing 15th-century Castle of St Peter lords over the marina, the windmills crown the hilltops, and the bazaar spills colour into the streets below. After exploring the town, the yacht glides along the coast to Aquarium Bay — tucked between Bitez and Gümbet — where astonishingly clear aquamarine water invites a first afternoon swim in absolute peace.
Ashore nearbyZeki Muren Arts Museum · Bodrum Castle · LİNAM RESTAURANT · sultan bahçe restaurant
Day 2
Aquarium Bay — Knidos — Palamutbükü
Set sail westward towards the dramatic headland of Knidos, where the ruins of an ancient port city — agora, amphitheatre and temple remains — stand at the very tip where the Aegean and Mediterranean meet, offering sweeping views over both seas. After exploring the ruins, the yacht continues to charming Palamutbükü, a bay fringed by almond groves and backed by a picturesque village, with secluded sister coves at Kargı and Ovabükü perfect for an evening swim.
Ashore nearbyUKKSA (Uluslararası Knidos Kültür Sanat Akademisi) · Datça Palamutbükü · Olimera Teras Kahvaltı Ev Yemekleri · Savana Beach & Restaurant
Day 3
Palamutbükü — Bozburun — Söğüt
Today the route heads into the Bozburun Peninsula, pausing at the charming yacht-building town of Bozburun, where ancient ruins of Larymna mingle with whitewashed workshops and secluded coves. A brief stop at Zeytin (Olive) Island adds an intimate anchorage to the day before the yacht settles for the night at tranquil Söğüt — a traditional village surrounded by pine forests and lapped by clear waters ideal for snorkelling.
Ashore nearbyUKKSA (Uluslararası Knidos Kültür Sanat Akademisi) · Datça Palamutbükü · Olimera Teras Kahvaltı Ev Yemekleri · Savana Beach & Restaurant
Day 4
Söğüt — Dirsekbükü — Kameriye Island — D-Maris Bay
Depart Söğüt for the boat-access-only bay of Dirsekbükü, a hidden gem ringed by pine trees where the only sounds are birdsong and water; hiking trails lead into the fragrant hills above. A stop at Kameriye Island follows — famous for its 'wish trees' draped in colourful offerings and surrounded by calm, protected bays — before the day culminates in style at the luxurious D-Maris Bay, with its beautiful beaches, international dining, and sheltered hidden coves.
Day 5
D-Maris Bay — Emel Sayın Bay — Dişlice Island
Spend the morning savouring the resort amenities and Aegean coastline around D-Maris Bay before slipping away to the serene Emel Sayın Bay, a pine-scented retreat of turquoise waters named after the beloved Turkish singer. The afternoon brings the yacht to anchor off tiny Dişlice Island in the Gulf of Hisarönü — a perfect spot to snorkel, kayak, and watch the sun dip behind the surrounding hills.
Day 6
Dişlice Island — Aktur Bay — Datça — Kargı Bay
Morning brings a cruise to Aktur Bay, an award-winning anchorage framed by turquoise water and pine-clad hillsides with a pretty village and walking trails to explore. The yacht then calls at Datça — a laid-back seaside town with a freshwater lake, a waterfall, and the ancient port of Knidos within easy reach — before settling for the night in scenic Kargı Bay, whose crystal-clear waters offer excellent swimming and snorkelling.
Ashore nearbyOld Datca Houses · Datça Meydan · ÖMER USTA DATÇA · Baba Lokantası
Day 7
Kargı Bay — Mersincik — Karaada (Black Island)
The gulet makes its way back towards Bodrum, pausing at Karaada — the large island that stands watch over the bay — for a final, leisurely morning on the water. The island is known for its thermal springs and a sea-level mud cave whose mineral-rich waters invite a restorative soak before the journey's end. It is a gentle, unhurried way to ease into the last evening aboard, with Bodrum's familiar silhouette visible across the water.
Ashore nearbyAkyarlar bodrum · Zeki Muren Arts Museum · Zakka Cafe & Restaurant · Smash Burger Black Rock
Day 8
Karaada — Bodrum (Return)
After a final breakfast on deck, the gulet returns to Milta Marina and draws the voyage to a close beneath the honey-stone ramparts of the Castle of St Peter. Disembarkation is a leisurely affair, with the town's waterfront, boutiques and bazaar all within easy reach for those wishing to linger a little longer before departing.
Ashore nearbyZeki Muren Arts Museum · Bodrum Castle · LİNAM RESTAURANT · sultan bahçe restaurant
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Yachts that sail this route
Available for Bodrum & Gulf of Hisarönü — Bodrum to Bodrum, crewed and ready.
