Antic City Side

Side is a region which hosted many civilizations in the past, is known as the oldest settlement of the Anatolia. When you research for meaning of Side in dictionary, it means ‘pomegranate’ in Anatolian language. Pomegranate was a symbol of richness in the past. If you research the old excavations in the city, you will see the settlement of the region is too old. Moreover, after these excavations, we have seen that there were many earthquakes and big fires in the past in this city.

Side is a region which belonged to Manavgat and the Antalya city. In this region which hosted many civilizitaions in the past, you may see historical remains which belonged to the old civilizations. There are many museums and historical buildings that must seen in the city. It makes your holiday more enjoyable with clear water and natural beauty of the city. It hosts many local and foreign visitors every year. Every corner of the city has a historical meaning.

You should get help from a guide while visiting the city. It is not only sea and sun, Side also means to see old civilizations while swimming at sea.

We will answer that question ‘ What people may do in Side during the holiday?’. Region is an island so it is so good for yacht tours. Besides daily yacht tours, there are also private yacht chartering options. Side offers many options for those who like nature sports. Water sports, paragliding, mountain bike and safari..are the activities that will be able to do in Side.

There are many historical buildings that must seen in the city. Side Antic Theatre is the most known in these building. Moreover Side Museum must have seen. You may see many nature beauties in this city. Side offers you an unforgettable holiday.

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Bodrum | Yacht Charter Destination Turkey

Bodrum is one of the most popular Turkish resort on the Aegean coasts. White houses of Bodrum constitute a unique architectural style, strictly persist to this day. Bodrum is a favorite vacation spot of the Turkish elite and bohemian meeting place for artists and patrons, making the city atmosphere indescribably exquisite.

The ancient city of Bodrum has a rich history. In the past name of Bodrum was Halicarnassus and was founded as the second capital of Caria Greek state. Halicarnassus achieved its greatest prosperity in the IV century BC. At this time, the city invites famous sculptors and architects of the time. Mausoleum erected over the burial place of King Mavsolos, considered one of the seven wonders of the world. http://www.turkyacht.com/cms/

Aegean Yachting

Bodrum –

Boarding starts at 15:30 from Bodrum Harbour. On the first day, our gulet will remain anchored in Bodrum Port for dinner and stay at the port an overnight.
Bodrum is the ideal starting point for sailing the Aegean coast of Turkey. The Gokova Gulf is acknowledged to be one of the best cruising areas in Europe. With abundant sunshine, crystal clear waters, continuous blue skies, good anchorages and friendly people, this coast offers many diversities. There are many unspoiled areas rich in natural beauty and in costal settlements and villages.

Bodrum is a port city in Mugla Province, in the south western Aegean Region of Turkey. It is located on the southern coast of Bodrum Peninsula, at a point that checks the entry into the Gulf of Gokova. The city was called Halicarnassus of Caria in ancient times and was famous for housing the Mausoleum of Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Bodrum Castle, built by the Crusaders in the 15th century, overlooks the harbour and the marina. The castle grounds include a Museum of Underwater Archeology and hosts several cultural festivals throughout the year.

Adabogazi (Aquarium Bay), Mersincik Bay –

After breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise itinerary and the gulet. Then we will cruise to Ada Bogazi.
Adabogazi derives its name from the word ‘Aquarium’ simply because the water here is so clear. You can see as deep as 30m with the naked eye! There are small bays at the west end of the west end and together with the crystal clear waters, present a perfect feast to the senses. You can reach Adabogazi on a yacht or a boat trip and swim up to 20m in gleaming waters. Dinner and overnight stay at Mersincik Bay.

Knidos (Cnidus), Aktur Bay –

After breakfast, we will anchor in Knidos. Knidos is one of the most magnificent ancient cities inAnatoliathat you should visit. As the first settlement in the east of the Datca peninsula, Knidos has splendid ruins and a unique beauty. There is a theater is located right next to the harbor of the ancient city ofKnidos. A short walk towards the harbor will take you to the remains of two churches built during the Byzantine period. Knidos century has been a site of archaeological excavations since 1960. The Statue of Demeter discovered here and the lion statues that protected the harbor in ancient times now adorn the halls of theBritishMuseum. The sacred temple of the goddess Aphrodite is a major center of attraction. The city with a huge necropolis, a double harbor and the magnificent acropolis with the temple of Aphrodite truly impresses all visitors.
Then we will cruise to Aktur Bay. Witness the world’s oxygen tank at Aktur! Spotted with pine trees, it definitely is a slice of paradise. In fact, it won the title of the ‘most beautiful bay inTurkey’ and proved to be a hot tourist destination. Aktur consists of two units, namely Datca and Kurucabuk, located at a distance of 4 km from each other. Dinner and overnight stay at Aktur Bay.

Selimiye Bay, Orhaniye Bay, Bozburun –

After breakfast, we will anchor in Selimiye Bay.The Selimiye village in the Mugla district of Marmaris is one of the pearls of the Gulf of Hisaronu. The ancient name of this village was Hydas, which got changed to Losta. At sunset, the sun disappearing behind the mountains surrounding the village seems to dye the scenery in a rich red hue. The ancient site of Bybossos Hydas (Selimiye) has ruins dating back to the archaic period. One of the highest hills of the region is in Selimiye, the other one at the top of Sarikaya and the last one has three castle ruins, including the Kzlkoy Asarkale Quarter. The sheep-shaped southeastern hills are visited by foreign tourists looking to explore the castle ruins dating back to the Hellenistic era. The tomb in the southern part of the square is located 100 meters offshore from the coast and shows ships the way to the Selimiye. Other areas of interest include a monitoring tower, a lighthouse, a monastery and a theater.

American underwater archeologists and scientists are engaged in researching sunken wrecks in the region and have produced valuable findings that are now exhibited in the Bodrum Underwater Museum. Selimiye is frequented by the Blue Cruise boats. Selimiye – Hisaronu – Orhaniye are like an indispensable trio. Selmiye is also renowned for its clean sea water, a great bounty of fish, vegetables, fruits, almond and olive trees, the smell of fresh thyme and oregano enveloping the mountains, clean, pollution-free air, peaceful environment and warm people. Afterwards we will cruise to Orhaniye Bay.

Featuring its deep blue sea and the legendary Kizkumu beach, Orhaniye is well admired by all holidaymakers. Take a journey down its quaint village roads to discover the historic castle of the black knight. Floating in this bay, the yachts present a picturesque scene. ThevillageofOrhaniyehas lots to offer to a hungry tourist. Enjoy walking down the village or witness the beauty of the busy docks accessed by local and foreign yachtsmen alike, stay indoors or explore the local culture and cuisine of the place – Orhaniye is full of surprises! Then our gulet will sail to Bozburun for dinner and spend the night there.

Bozburun is renowned for the thriving sponge business and gullet yacht construction industry. Some of the best wood and craftsmen for building strong and beautiful gullet boats are to be found in this region, which is why leading names in the business employ Bozburun’s boat makers. Owing to its gullet and yacht manufacturing industries, Bozburun has become a central attraction, visited by tourists from all across the world.

Symi Island –

After port formalities we will set sail to Symi Island . Symi has the most beautiful harbour in Greece. On either side of a steep-sided fjord rise tier upon tier of houses, some white, some pastel yellow, but virtually all with Neo-Classical pediments – a reminder that 100 years ago this was one of Greece’s most prosperous islands. There has been virtually no modern concrete construction here and now these fine old houses are being resurrected for visitors. The spirit of the island remains intact. Dinner and overnight stay at Symi Island.

Datca, Palamut Buku –

We will back to Turkey via Datca. Datca was founded by the Dorians settled in the Aegean islands and the southern coast ofIonia. This peninsula is located between the Aegean Sea and theMediterranean Sea. At the end of the peninsula, at a distance of about 38 kms is the ancient Carian city ofKnidos, which was described by Strabo as the ‘city built for the most beautiful goddess, Aphrodite, on the most beautiful peninsula". It is also believed that around 500 years ago, the Spanish pirates sailing left leprosy patients to die here but the fair weather of the peninsula recovered the lepers! We will cruise to Palamut Buku for dinner and an overnight stay.

Palamutbuku is reputed for having the best beaches in the Datca peninsula. The beaches are small but very beautiful. Surrounded by mountains and spotted with gardens, these beaches are known for their tranquility and fresh sea air that together present the perfect backdrop for a rejuvenating getaway. Palamutbuku is located at the end of the peninsula and is also famed for the remains of the historic city ofKnidos. Knidos, known for its bounty of fish, is located about 12 kilometers away.

The waters here are crystal clear, so much so that it is believed that if you take a needle at the very bottom of the sea, you can still see it!The people are warm and friendly. Palamutbuku epitomizes peace, tranquility and happiness. With its warm people with their smiling faces and immense natural beauty, Palamutbuku is indeed a little paradise in its own right.

Kisebuku (Alakisla), Black Island –

After breakfast, we will be anchoring at Kisebuku (Alakisla Buku). Located only 3 miles away from Orak Island is Kise Buku, a name originating from the word ‘kilise’ (church) due to the remains of the Byzantine Monasteries found in this area. It is indispensable for all boats to anchor here at a very large cove. This bay is surrounded by mountains in the north, and western winds blow in the eastern side of the island against. At Alakisla, you will encounter the ruins of an old monastery by the name of Kise Bay. Kise’s name is also believed to originate from the word ‘church’.

The must-visit places in the Kisebk ruins include Yalkoyu, Akarca, Fork, summerhouse, bath, cistern and the cove where the ruins of the church are found. These call for an indispensable stop during your Blue Cruise. In a few coves in the vicinity, you can find wonders like cold drinking water boiling! The silhouette of a grove of Oleander trees rolling down into the sea against the glittering sandy beaches is indeed a spectacle to behold! Then we will sail to Black Island.

Karaada is located around 5 km away from Bodrum and is renowned for the immense healing power of its sulphurous waters and mud baths. The hot water and mud from the cave is believed to restore beauty and health. The hot water has a temperature of about 29-32 degrees and flows into the sea. Here you will have the opportunity of swimming in hot waters and take a mud bath. Then our boat will cruise back to Bodrum Port for the last day’s dinner and an overnight stay.

Bodrum –

Upon agreement, the guests will leave the gullet with precious memories by 10:30.

Yacht Destination Turkey

Antalya Destination

Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the German and Russian nationals. During the winter months its population is around 2 million, but in the summer times it doubles.

The region around Antalya offers sights of astonishing natural beauty as well as awesome historical remains. You can walk behind the cascade, a thrilling experience, at the Upper Düden Waterfalls, 14 km northeast of Antalya. On the way to Lara Beach, the Lower Düden Waterfalls plunge straight into the sea. The nearby rest area offers an excellent view of the falls; the view is even more spectacular from the sea. Kursunlu Waterfalls and Nilüfer Lake, both 18 km from Antalya are two more places of superb natural beauty.

Ancient City

The ancient city of Aphrodisias, dedicated to the goddess of love Aphrodite, was a Hellenistic city which also flourished under Roman and Byzantine rule. Excavations in the 24-meter-high (78 ft) theater hill have revealed layers of settlement going back to the Bronze Age (c. 2800-2200 BC). It was founded in the 5th c. BC and flourished under the Roman Empire (1st c. BC-4th c. AD). Mark Antony recognized the autonomy of Aphrodisias in the 1st c. BC. In the Byzantine period it was first the seat of an archbishopric, then of the metropolitan of Caria. In the 6th c. AD the name of Aphrodisias was changed to Stavropolis, the city of the Cross, to erase the pagan goddess of love from peopleís minds. As the capital of Caria Aphrodisias was finally called Caria which then became Geyre in Turkish. Later in the 13th century it was abandoned. The city was buried by a series of earthquakes.
 Aphrodisias was primarily known as a center for the arts, specifically sculpture. The Aphrodisias School of Sculpture had a distinctive style and was very well circulated throughout the Greek and Roman world. Statues with corresponding signatures were discovered from Spain to present day Germany and virtually everywhere in the Roman world. The existence of Aphrodisias was almost forgotten until a Turkish professor, Dr. Kenan Erim, of  New York University received a grant from National Geographic to excavate the site in the 1960ís. His archaeological work revealed a city of vast importance.Read more...

Hunting & Yachting

TROPHY HUNTING SAFARIS has the biggest and the only reserve (119.000 ha) in Turkey, having a border to the Mediterranean Sea. This place is a reserve with full of wild boars that never heard a gunshot before.

Sea, sun and the natural unspoiled beauty of our Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, moonlight and huge tuskers, these are the essentials for a delightful hunting with a traditional luxury gulet boat!
The friendly captain, his crew and our professional wild boar guides will keep their eyes open for you during this exciting cruising trip. On board, you and your friends will feel in a dream while shifting from bay to bay. Starting prior 10-12 days of your arrival our 1×1 hunting guides will start their jobs to feed the tuskers on the route of your sailing trip on land in collaboration with the captain of your yacht. So when you arrive, all that your captain needs to do will be to anchor or tie the yacht to one of the pine trees leaping to the sea at a bay closest to the tusker’s feeding spots.

Cruising along the beautiful rocky coastline, you will be in the untouched bays of the wild, admiring the breeze of the pine forests and the striking flora of the Mediterranean coasts.
Now and then you may cool yourself in the crystal clear sea water snorkeling, the beauties of the depths and enjoy the sun on the deck with its mystical natural beauty with your family or friends. You may enjoy your lunch or dinner in a small local fishermen’s restaurant with daily caught fish and good wine. And the nights are prone to your wild boar hunts.

When the sun is set, our guides will be waiting for you to take you for a short drive where the tuskers come every night for their regular nightly feast.
You will be surprised to find out about the advantages of travelling with a yacht in reaching the unspoiled corners of the mountains leaning to the sea.
Do not miss this exceptional adventure together that comes with an unforgettable hunt.
Blue Voyage and Wild Boar Hunt

TROFE Hunting Safaris is the owner of 2 wild boar hunting grounds of total 245.000 hectares within the coastal area of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. We use this to our advantage and organise unforgettable hunting holidays so, on this programme, you can spend your daytime visiting the marvellous and unique crystal clear coves of our breath-taking coastline where you can swim, fish, do water sports and sunbathe. After sunset you will have the opportunity to go ashore with our hunting guide and have the opportunity to hunt wild boars with record fang length so that you can combine a special holiday on a gulet with your family and friends while still enjoying the thrill of your passion for hunting! Just like our standard stalking hunts, our professional guides will prepare the hunting grounds for you – the only difference will be that instead of staying at hotels you and your family or group of friends will have the magnificent opportunity to stay on de-luxe gulets. The best period to combine wild boar hunting with a Blue Voyage experience is between May and October. Every wild boar hunter must experience this at least once in his lifetime.

You can choose to hire a de-luxe or ultra-de-luxe type gulet for one week from our company. The size of our gulets are 22m, 26m and 30m long with 4, 6 or 8 cabins. All our gulets have 2 master cabins with a Jacuzzi and all cabins have their own shower and toilet. They also have central cooling system, plasma TV and double beds. All our crews are specially trained and include a qualified cook to ensure that you have the very best of cruising experience.

Hunting and Blue Voyage Programme
Day 1: Arrival at Dalaman or Bodrum airport. You will be met at the airport by a representative from TROFE Hunting Safaris. Guests who choose to bring their own rifles will need to clear them for entry into Turkey at the Customs Office at the airport. This procedure will take about 30 minutes and will be facilitated by one of our staff. We manage our transfers by V.I.P shuttle buses. Travel between airports and marinas at our hunting grounds take only one hour and are fully accompanied by our staff.
Check in to the gulet and enjoy your welcome drinks. Test shooting to prove the rifle if there is time. Visit nearby coves and anchor. Dinner.

Day 2: Breakfast on board and sailing around the spectacular coastline. Anchoring at coves to enjoy water sports (jet-ski, water ski, surfing, diving etc.) or swimming. Enjoy lunch, followed by more opportunities for sailing and relaxing. Later, (2100) the hunter or hunters will be met by our hunting guides on land. Return to the boat from hunting (02:00)
Day 3: Breakfast on board. Photo shooting with the wild boars hunted the previous day. Then another day relaxing and enjoying the on board facilities before being collected for another night time hunt by our guides at 2100.
Day 4: Breakfast on board. Photo shooting with the wild boars hunted the previous day. Then another day relaxing and enjoying the on board facilities before being collected for another night time hunt by our guides at 2100.
Day 5: Breakfast on board. Photo shooting with the wild boars hunted the previous day. Then another day relaxing and enjoying the on board facilities before being collected for another night time hunt by our guides at 2100.
Day 6: Breakfast on board. Photo shooting with the wild boars hunted the previous day. Then another day relaxing and enjoying the on board facilities before being collected for another night time hunt by our guides at 2100.
Day 7: Day of relaxing on board and an opportunity to visit a nearby Greek island.
Day 8: Following breakfast on board, it will be time to disembark for your return trip to the airport. Custom clearance of the rifles (if necessary) with the assistance of our guide.
Price of the boats per day for 7 days accommodation:

Aegean Dreams | Greek Island Yacht Charter

For our very well known professionalism and availability of our young, dynamic and multilingual team. For our early check-in that will reduce stress and waiting time on your arrival. Come onboard our perfectly equipped and maintained yachts and enjoy our nice gastronomical welcome package.

After individual and group briefing about the sailing area and facilities, we will stay by your side all along your holiday for any assistance or service you may need. Read More...

Mugla; Dalaman | Yachts In Turkey

International airport which is in town Mugla city has an important for other tourism places. This airport is preffered by those who are transportating for popular holiday places. Airport is in a good way for Dalaman’s tourism.

Most known Gocek coves’ some parts  are in Dalaman. These coves are suitable for blue cruise tours. Dalaman is preffered by those who would like to have a calm and quiet holiday. There are also places for those who like historical buildings.

When you go to Dalaman, there are so many historical remains that must seen. Historical bath houses in Kapidagi, rocky cemeteries in Serefler village, religious house and madrasa in Karaagac, Likya rocky caves and Hippokome antic city.. are must seen places historical remains.

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From Marmaris to Fethiye for Blue Cruise

 
Blue you can realize. The sea and sky too. However the Blue Sea is a mystery." Poet Melih Cevdet Anday`s lines come rolling off my tongue as the yachts or gulets set sail from Marmaris to Fethiye and the deep blue sea draws my soul immediately in, upload to that the pine trees` bright green that spreads over the water as if to cool off, and my entire being is tossed hither and yon till it lands at Ekincik. Passing Dalyan, it turns first to Disibilmez and then to the headlands at Kurtoglu where it plunges into Fethiye Bay, cutting a wide circle from left to proper. Then it`s Bedri Rahmi cove followed through Gocek and from there to the Dodecanese island and then Kayakoy, where it after all lands like a bird.

The blessings of the blue cruise Known in ancients as Physkos, this historical port town of Caria dates back to 900 B.C. Following the Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine periods and short rule by way of the Mentesogulları principality,it joined the Ottoman empire following a conquest by way of Suleyman the Magnificent in 1522 and came to be referred to as Mimaras and its later variations, Mermeris and Marmaris. Most of the Carian ruins lie in the vicinity of the Bozburun peninsula. The most important historical structure in the town center is the fortress erected by means of Suleyman. concept to have been built firstly by the ıonians, Marmaris Castle was opened up for agreement following the founding of the Turkish Republic in 1923. different Ottoman buildings in the town include the Hafza Sultan Caravanserai and the vaulted bazaar in the old marketplace. For years a tranquil city of fishermen and sponge-divers, Marmaris became one of Turkey`s leading centers of tourism beginning in the 1980s. whether or not you arrive via airplane at Dalaman or over land, when you`ve crossed the closing hills down the road lined with pines, you`ll encounter a signal saying here`s Marmaris!. This is the handiest spot for getting a bird`s eye view of the town.

When you succeed in the coast, you`ll either plunge wholeheartedly into the fast-paced motion, or set sail for a quiet vacation on one of the many available private yachts , private gulets and try to fathom the `deep blue sea`. The `Blue Cruise ,Blue voyage or yachy cruise you`ll make from Marmaris to Fethiye will take you into waters where inexperienced mingles with blue, and you won`t know whether or not it`s real or simply a dream. Ekincik Bay will have to be your first stop after leaving Marmaris. You`ll anchor at the vaulted Woods in the pine-shaded Semizce 1 and Semizce two coves, where you can revel in delightful evenings at the clubs and restaurants on the shore. And if you anchor in the open sea off Dalyan, which takes its name from the house`s herbal canals and the fishing weirs set up right here, you can now not only excursion the canals in one of the small boats waiting at the shore, you can also have a soothing dust bath at one of the nearby spas. Meanwhile the king rock tombs, the historic city of Kaunos, and iztuzu beach, nesting ground of the Caretta caretta, are some of the added blessing of this directions.. Plenty of coves and islands The bays ,the coves or the islands and the of Fethiye and Gocek are a ways and away the handiest stops on this destination. No sooner will you input the cove than an array of incredibly lovely islands such as Domuz, Tersane, Gocek, Tavsan and Yassica (fanciful names that translate as, for example, `Pig` and `Rabbit`) will upward push before you. Domuz island, so named for the many wild boar that used to roam there, is covered with olive groves and pine trees.

The island also has a harbor naturally sheltered from the wind. The Yassica islands, where you can watch the world`s most beautiful sunsets, are small and have no touristic facilities. just select a patch of land, tie up your boat and take a hike; on the biggest one you will come to a lake that makes it all value the attempt. Tersane, the largest of the islands on the Gocek aspect, boasts the homes of the former Anatolian Greeks which were vacated in the inhabitants replace of 1918. Gocek island, first choice for those who favor to keep in city and swim at the nearest beach, is an excellent port for you and your luxury yacht or luxury gulet. The minute you get there, you can anchor at both the municipal marina or one of the private marinas and comb out into the town, where your feet will lead you automatically into the slender back streets with their bustling array of colorful shops if hiding out in private bays is your thing, you will coincidence scores of them at Gocek. Kille, Taslica, Sarsala, Hamam and Gobun to mention just a few. At the front to Taslica cove, also known as `Bedri Rahmi Cove`, the first thing you`ll realize are the rock tombs minimize into the hills on your right, to be followed via the figure of a fish painted on a rock through none different than Bedri Rahmi Eyüboglu himself, one of Turkey`s major painters and poets of the ultimate century. The inexperienced foliage and smell of the storax trees that line Boynuz Buku from finish to end will immediately begin you daydreaming. The emerald coves of Sarsala and Hamam cove with its ancient ruins submerged underneath the water will be the most beautiful bluecruise stops on your shuttle. When you anchor at this cove, you can either swim directly out to the baths, or view the ruins from land as you stroll below the pines.

 Later, when you set sail as soon as once more, you`ll come to the coves of Yavansu and Gobun The luxury yacht Deadelmare is 26 meters in length. She provides five well designed and cushy cabins to accommodate 10 special guests. The guest cabins comprise of one grasp, two master ,two double cabins and one twin cabins. each cabin is fitted with air conditioning as well as en suites. best ports the luxury gulet Deadelmare serves are Rhodes , Kos ,Gocek, Fethiye, Marmaris and Bodrum. She is additionally fully equipped to trip open seas and lengthy distances as far as Santorini and Meis. Hand in hand with nature and history When you flip towards Fethiye from the coves of Gocek, you will come to three islands. One of them is referred to as Kizil Ada, the `crimson island`, for the reddish hue the sand and pebbles on its shore take on at sunset. The islands big and small to the northwest of this island are a favorite place with diving buffs. Sovalye or knight island just at the front to Fethiye is a spot as soon as used via the Knights of Rhodes. As you unfurl your sails and head for the islands, you will turn at Bozburun and iblis point to arrive at the Bay of Belcegiz. here, where you will in finding nature and history hand in hand, is the island of Gemiler and, instantly opposite it, the village of Kayakoy nestled in the hills. As Gemile entertains `blue cruise` enthusiasts with its ruins dating back to the Byzantine length, it also offers the added blessing of the international`s most stunning sunsets. A quantity of ruins have been unearthed in the excavations that have been under manner here because 1991 underneath the path of the Fethiye. Read More..