4. SAILING 'THE CERAMIC GULF', BODRUM TO BODRUM
This route takes you deep into the Gulf of Gökova along the mountainous coast, with the Meltemi breeze aiding our sailing, to 'Cleopatra's Island' with its small but perfect white beach of Egyptian sand and the remains of ancient Cedreac. The southern shore of the Gulf is indented with quiet creeks and numerous islands for swimming, kayaking and snorkelling. We turn south to see the site of the ancient city of Cnidus on the further most tip of the Datca peninsula. Then back to Bodrum for an optional excursion to the great castle of St. Peter built by the Crusaders. No built-up areas.
| Day 1 | Afternoon embark 'Odysseus'. Overnight Bitez. |
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| Day 2 | Sail into the Gulf of Gökova. Overnight in quiet bay. |
| Day 3 | Sail to 'Cleopatra's Island and ancient Cedreae. Overnight Cleopatra's Island. |
| Day 4 | Sail/cruise to 'The Seven Islands' area. Overnight in quiet bay. |
| Day 5 | Explore the Seven Islands area. Overnight in a quiet bay. |
| Day 6 | Cruise round Cape Krio to the ancient city of Cnidus. Overnight Cnidus. |
| Day 7 | Cruise to Bodrum to see the Crusader castle. Overnight Bitez |
| Day 8 | Morning disembark 'Odysseus'. |