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| Greek Aegean South | Ref: GR002 |
| 8 days / 7 nights | |
| Price: £860pp (based on 2 people sharing) | |
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| Distance: approx 114 miles | ||
travel :
- Fly to Dalaman or Izmir
On the Turkish coast a Bahriyeli is a synonym for greatest possible comfort and best material. These ships are powered by two Volvo Penta engines with 400-500 HP, which enables them to maneouvre without difficulties and lie calmly in the water. The decks of the ships are 33-37 metres long. They are three-masted ships of highest standards. They have 8-10 spacious cabins, furnished with air conditioning and a shower/toilet. The crew forms an experienced team and offers d elicious specialties to the guests. We use a German operator for these holidays, and as other agents in Europe and America, such as ourselves, sell these tours it is likely you will have a mix of German and other nationalities on this tour adding to the cultural enjoyment.
Itinerary
Day 1 (saturday):
Arrange own travel to the Turkish airports of Izmir or Dalaman and make your way to departure port of Marmaris and check-in from 2pm. First dinner on board.
Day 2 (sunday):
After breakfast crossover to the city of Rhodes, which last approx. 4 hours. When you arrive you will undertake an exciting voyage of discovery with your tour guide through the 2400-year-old island’s history. The deer and the hind at the entrance of the port of Mandraki will be the first occasion to use your camera. One still wonders whether or not the famous Colossus of Rhodes has ever stood here. From here the tour continues to the ancient part of the hill of Monte Smith with the huge stadium and the sanctuary of Apollo. Subsequently you will cross the crusade town with its imposing walls of the fortress. 6 miles
Day 3 (monday):
Today you will mainly cycle along quiet side streets along the coast towards the village of Lindos. Along the way you will stop off in a tavern where you can enjoy a typically Greek meal. Lindos is one of the most beautiful villages of entire Greece. After a very last ascent you are will have an unforgettable view of the ship that waits for you in the small bay as well as the idyllic town with its white cubic houses and narrow alleys which is dominated by the walls of a medieval fortress of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem and the remains of the ancient acropolis. Overnight stay in Lindos. 40 miles.
Day 4 (tuesday):
After breakfast the cycling trip leads you again to the south of the sunny island right along the coast of the island to Plimiri. During a coffee break in one of the cafés by the sea you will have a chance to see the Bahriyelli that is on its way to Plimiri, where the boat will await you with a savoury lunch. The afternoon’s crossing lasts 6 hours and gives you the opportunity to relax on board your ship and to sun bathe on deck. You will stay overnight in Livadia on the island of Tilos, a charming port with numerous tavernas, mainly frequented by sailing yachts. 22 miles
Day 5 (wednesday):
Early in the morning the ship will bring you to the volcanic island of Nissiros. Today’s cycle tour takes you to Nikia, a town which is built directly on the edge of the crater and has a wonderful view over the volcano. You will be spellbound by the white houses and the numerous pebble mosaics. You must take the chance to enjoy a Greek coffee in the village square. From here you will cycle on to the volcanic crater with its steaming sulphur springs and then finally back to the small harbor town of Mandraki, whose charm has attracted visitors for centuries. In the afternoon you cross over to the island of Symi, where the Bahriyeli anchors in the bay of the Byzantine monastery Panormitis, which is dedicated to Michael the Archangel.
25 miles
Day 6 (thursday):
After breakfast you will set out on your bike to cross over the island. The destination for the cycling tour is Symi town. Along the way you will be constantly surprised with new and wonderful views. Shortly before you begin the descent to the town you will enjoy a picnic high above the deep blue bay. The main town of the island reaches deep into the mountains with its classical buildings, which are remnants of the former riches of the sponge divers on the island. In the evening your guide will accompany you up the almost 500 steps to the highest point of the town. From here you will have a breathtaking view of the harbor and the deep bay. 15 miles
Day 7 (friday):
In the morning the last short cycle tour leads you to an idyllic bay where you have the opportunity to take a refreshing swim in a quiet cove. The crossing from Symi to Marmaris in the afternoon takes approx. 5 hours. After the last dinner on board you say goodbye to your tour guides and the crew of the Bahriyeli. 6 miles
Day 8 (saturday):
After breakfast on board you will check out and start to make your way home.
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