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TBSSB- Turkey Bike & Boat + Istanbul
Oct 21-Nov 2, 2025
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Destination and Dates

Turkey Bike & Boat + Istanbul

October 21 to November 2, 2025

Organization

TBSSB

6 available spots of 28 remain.

Turkey & Istanbul

Oct 21- Nov 2, 2025

(Saturday to Saturday)


Trip Leader
Karla McKenzie

727-244-2036
kjvzm@yahoo.com
CO Leader
Roxie Clements, CO Leader
Roxie Clements
813-503-8718
roxc3@mindspring.com

Trip Overview

Explore the Lycian coast between Bodrum/Yalçiftlik and Fethiye by boat and bike! Spend a week on our charming floating hotel that is sure to fulfill even the highest expectations. Be taken back into the distant past as you explore the natural wonders and historical sites accompanied by a competent tour guide. We discover the ancient Rock Tombs of Dalyan, carved into the cliffs by coastal Lycians, and the breath-taking scenery of the Saklikent Canyon. We spend our nights in secluded bays and either being rocked to sleep by the gentle murmur of the waves, or heading out to enjoy the lively harbor towns and villages with their plentiful cafes and bars.

FLIGHTS:

  • International air travel in the main cabin between Tampa (TPA) and Istanbul (IST) via Lufthansa on the outbound.
  • Domestic air travel for in the main cabin between Istanbul (IST) and Bodrum (BJV) via Turkish Airlines on the outbound.
  • Domestic/International air travel in the main cabin between Bodrum (BJV) and Frankfurt (FRA) via Turkish Airlines on the return.
  • International air travel in the main cabin between Frankfurt (FRA) and Tampa (TPA) via Lufthansa on the return.

ISTANBUL INCLUSIONS:

3 nights accommodation at the Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel 5* in double hotel rooms with daily breakfast Private guided walking tour of Istanbul old city:
  • Hagia Sophia
  • Blue Mosque
  • Hippodrome
  • Basilica Cistern
  • Topkap? Palace
  • Grand Bazaar
  • Hagia Irene Church
  • Fast-track entry to museums

BOREAS BOAT INCLUSIONS:

  • 8-day-trip on a gulet with crew 7 nights in a twin cabin below deck with shower/toilet
  • 7x half board catering
  • Bottled mineral water on board and during all activities ashore
  • Bed linen and towels
  • Daily cabin cleaning
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Guided cycling tours and sightseeing as described in itinerary
  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites (group visits only)
  • Support vehicle on all cycle tours
  • Transfers during the trip incl. bicycle transport as described in itinerary
  • Rental e-bike

EXCLUDED (BOAT):

  • Rental bicycle helmet
  • Entrance fees & excursions not included in the tour price
  • Meals and beverages ashore
  • Beverages on board (noted on a tally sheet; to be paid to the captain)
  • Personal (travel) insurances
  • Tips for tour-guides and crew (at your discretion)

FRANKFURT INCLUSIONS:

One night lodging at the Sheraton Frankfurt Airport 4* (or similar) in double rooms Breakfast

GROUND TRANSFERS:

Round trip ground transportation via private transport, between IST airport and Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel. Round trip ground transportation via private transport, between BJV airport and Brodum Port.

TOTAL PRICE PER GUEST:

$5,239 per person based on double occupancy.

BOAT’S ITINERARY

Day 1: - Bodrum (embarkation)

Check in on board from 2 pm. Use the afternoon for a stroll through the lively town with its famous bazaar, the imposing fortress, and the legendary Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The cruise begins with dinner on board.

Day 2: Bodrum - Yaliftlik (round trip) (approx. 42 km)

After breakfast, weigh anchor for a first short crossing to Yaliftlik. From here, you then start your first cycle tour through dense pine forests to Camlik, where you have the opportunity to take a refreshing drink break. The route continues through shimmering silver-green olive groves to the small village of Etrim. Turkmen tribes still lead their semi-nomadic lives here today. You will be amazed by their handicraft skills. You will also get to know the local cuisine over a small lunch. After a break, you will return to Yaliftlik. Here the boat awaits you for the crossing to Knidos, where you will spend the night in one of the most picturesque bays on the Turkish coast after visiting the impressive archaeological site. Overnight stay on anchor

Day 3: Knidos - Bozburun Peninsula - Marmaris (approx. 27 km)

Today begins with a relaxed crossing from Knidos to Bozburun, from where you cycle through almost untouched nature to the bay of Çiftlik. From here you cross over to Marmaris in the afternoon. The lively harbor town invites you to take a long stroll and offers many lovely bars where you can enjoy a sundowner in a Mediterranean atmosphere. Overnight stay on anchor

Day 4: Marmaris - Ash bay - Dalyan - Loch Island (approx. 23 km)

In the morning, the boat will take you to Ash? bay, the starting point of today's cycle tour. You cycle through fertile fields and lush vegetation to the town of Dalyan, which lies on the banks of the river of the same name and is home to the loggerhead turtle. From there, a small excursion boat takes you down the river delta and past the famous rock tombs of Kaunos dating back to the 4th century BC to the ship, which awaits you at Loch Island for dinner and overnight. Overnight stay on anchor

Day 5: Kaunos - Dalyan - Köyceiz lake - Ekincik (approx. 32 km)

In the morning, an excursion boat will take you from Loch Island to the ancient city of Kaunos, where you will have plenty of time to visit the archaeological site. Once located directly by the sea, the harbor is now silted up. However, the impressive ruins are silent witnesses to the city's former wealth. Today's cycle stage takes you to the shores of Lake Köycegiz with its fantastic views. Here, near Sultaniye, you have the opportunity to take a therapeutic mud bath. You then cycle on to Ekincik, where the boat awaits you for the overnight crossing to Ciftlik Bay. Overnight stay on anchor

Day 6: Çiftlik - SerçeLiman - Datça (approx. 45 km)

Cycle along a lonely mountain road to a mountain village 300 meters above sea level with a 1,500-year-old plane tree and a bazaar that you can visit. Don't forget to walk around the plane tree: it brings good luck and long life. After a hearty lunch, you will then cycle to a small bay almost at the very tip of the Bozburun peninsula, from where you will take a longer crossing to Datça, the capital of the peninsula of the same name. Overnight stay on anchor

Day 7: Datça - Knidos - Bodrum (approx. 42 km)

On today's cycle tour you will explore the Datça peninsula. A first ascent takes you up to an altitude of 450 m before you cycle downhill back to the sea. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Greek islands of Nisyros, Tilos and Rhodes. On a scenic road that takes you along the coast at the beginning and later through rural areas, you reach your destination for today, Knidos. Your ship will pick you up here and take you on a final relaxing crossing to Bodrum, where our trip ends in the evening with a captain's dinner on board.

Day 8: Bodrum (disembarkation)

After breakfast, check out and transfer back to the airport.

Price Chart

Cash Price, Standard Package: $5239 per person, based on 2 occupants in a hotel/boat cabin.
Number of Occupants 1 2
Double $5,239
Single (only two single spots available) $7,629

DEPOSIT:

$350.00 per person with a completed online registration.

CANCELLATION DATE:

All cancellations must be received in writing by July 15, 2025. See cancellation policy on the finish page of the online registration or on the Trip Application.  The policy has been updated since last season so please read it carefully.

BALANCE DUE:

Payment of final balance is due no later than July 15, 2025.

PAYMENT:

Deposit and balance of trip costs may be paid with a major credit card on the registration site. Or, if you prefer, you may pay by check. Make checks payable to "TAMPA BAY SNOW SKIERS and BOARDERS" and mail to:

Karla Newan
250 Bath Club Blvd N
North Redington Beach, FL 33708

TRIP PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO ANY NEW TAXES OR FEES IMPOSED BY EITHER THE GOVERNMENT, AIRPORT, AIRLINES OR AGENCIES INVOLVED.

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