Route from Bodrum / to Göcek Duration 8 days /7 nights Distance approx.220 km Level 3 Level 1 Easy cycling tours suitable for islandhoppers who are confident on their bikes but prefer riding on flatter terrain (15-30km and 200 elevation meters per day). Level 1 - 2 Easy to moderate cycling tours through hilly terrain suitable for islandhoppers who have a good basic level of fitness (20-35km and up to 200-400 elevation meters per day). Level 2 Moderate cycling tours through hilly terrain suitable for islandhoppers who cycle regularly and feel comfortable with longer climbs (25-40km and 300-500 elevation meters per day). Level 2 -3 Moderate to demanding cycling tours through hilly to mountainous terrain suitable for islandhoppers who like a challenge (30-50km and 400-700 elevation meters per day). Level 3 Demanding cycling tours through hilly and mountainous terrain suitable for islandhoppers who can take on steeper climbs (30-60km and 400-800 elevation meter per day). Share via ... E-Mail Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Copy Link
Breath-taking nature and ancient sites Explore the Lycian coast between Bodrum and Fethiye by boat and bike! Spend a week on our charming floating hotel that is sure to fulfil 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 harbour towns and villages with their plentiful cafes and bars. TO NOTE: This tour takes place either from Bodrum to Göcek or from Göcek to Bodrum. Book Now Highlights Culture: The magnificent Lycian rock-cut tombs Nature: Exploring the spectacular Sakklikent Canyon on foot Activity: Walking around the plane tree of Bayır is said to bring good luck Culinary: Don't miss out on trying Gözleme, the thin and spice-filled flat bread Souvenir: A stroll through one of the many exciting bazaars shouldn’t be missed!
To watch this video, you must agree to the use of cookies and accept our privacy policy. By loading the video, you agree to our privacy policy. View privacy policy Agree and load video Itinerary Accommodation Rental Bikes Dates & Prices Journey Extended Stay Things to note Itinerary Bodrum - Göcek Göcek -Bodrum S S Symi Sarsala Fethiye Tlos Saklıkent Çavdır Serçe Limanı Çiftlik Ekincik Dalyan Knidos Körmen Dalaman Bodrum Göcek Izmir Greece Turkey MEDITERRANEAN Rhodes Athens Airport Bodrum Gemiler Bay 1st Day Embarkation Yalı Çiftlik (Bodrum County) Individual arrival by plane to Bodrum Airport and transfer to Yalı Çiftlik (approx. 45 min.). Check-in on the boat begins at 2 pm. Your tour guide will be happy to give you tips on how best to spend the afternoon. Yalı Çiftlik offers a very beautiful beach as well as hiking opportunities along the coast. Naturally, you can also choose to visit Bodrum. The bus to Bodrum runs every half hour. The week begins with a shared dinner on board. 2nd Day Yalı Çiftlik – Körmen – Knidos(aprx. 42 km/26 mi) In the early morning, we leave for our first sailing trip of the week which brings us from Bodrum to Körmen. Once we arrive, we hop on our bikes for our first cycling tour, along the Datça peninsula. The first ascent takes us to a height of 450m before we head back down to the sea. On a clear day it is possible to see the Greek islands Nisyros, Tilos and Rhodes. A scenic road leads first along the coast and then through more rural areas, before taking us to Knidos. After visiting the impressive archaeological site, we stay in one of the most picturesque bays on the Turkish coast. 3rd Day Knidos – Serçe Limanı – Çiftlik(aprx. 49 km/30 mi) In the morning we have plenty of time to relax on our way to a small bay at the peak of the Bozburun Peninsula. A secluded mountain road takes us to a mountain village located at 300m above sea level, home to a 1,500-year-old plane tree and a lively bazar that is well worth a visit. A short walk around the plane tree is said to ensure a long and lucky life. After lunch we continue to the bay of Çiftlik by bike where there is enough time to enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea. 4th Day Çiftlik – Ekincik – Kaunos(aprx. 31 km/19 mi) During breakfast we cross over to the little harbour of Ekincik, the starting point of today’s bike ride. After crossing the pass with its spectacular views, we reach the shore of Lake Köycegiz, where we have the opportunity to enjoy a healing mud bath close to Sultaniye. After cycling through another small pass, we reach the mouth of the Dalyan River. From here we hop on a small boat for a 30 minute cruise past the impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs overlooking the Dalyan delta to our boat which waits on anchor near a small rocky island. 5th Day Kaunos – Dalaman – Sarsala Bay (aprx. 42 km/26 mi) After breakfast the boat brings us close to the ancient city of Kaunos, the first destination of today’s bike tour. Once directly on the seaside and an important port town, the harbour now lies 8km from the coast. Only the ruins are silent witnesses of the former wealth of the city. After visiting the site, we continue on by bike. We cross the fertile Dalaman plains with their cotton fields and orchards and take a well-deserved break in a tea house in Dalaman. After crossing a small pass, we reach the beautiful bay of Sarsala, where we can already spot the ship from afar. 6th Day Gemiler Bay – Fethiye(aprx. 33 km/21 mi) After breakfast the boat sails past numerous small islands before reaching Gemiler. Also known as the island of St. Nicolas, a church was built here for the saint in the 5th century. Back on the mainland our bike ride takes us through a pine forest to the 1922 abandoned Greek city of Kayaköy, once home to 6,500 people. From here we continue our bike ride to Fethiye where we have the chance to extend our tour by a few kilometres: a small peninsula nearby tempts with its quiet bays and beautiful beaches, perfect for a picturesque swim stop. In the evening we can spend the time exploring the city of Fethiye with its local bazar. The old town, marked by the Eski Cami Mosque is also worth a visit, with its narrow, winding alleyways and the typical corner houses. 7th Day Fethiye – Saklikent Canyon – Göcek(aprx. 27 km/17 mi) A bus transfers (60 min) takes us to Cavdir, the starting point of today’s cycling tour. From here we bike to the Saklikent Canyon, where we can enjoy lunch on the riverbank. In Turkish “Saklikent” means “Hidden City”. The canyon is spectacular and can easily be explored on foot. Afterwards we continue our cycling tour to Kadiköy. From here a short transfer takes us to the ancient town of Tlos which was once one of the largest towns in Lycia. After our visit a transfer takes us to Göcek. 8th Day Göcek (Disembakation) After breakfast check-out. On request collective transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey. S S Symi Sarsala Fethiye Tlos Saklıkent Çavdır Serçe Limanı Çiftlik Ekincik Dalyan Knidos Datça Dalaman Bodrum Göcek Izmir Greece Turkey MEDITERRANEAN Rhodes Athens Airport Dalaman Airport Bodrum Gemiler Bay Griechenland Türkei MITTELMEER Rhodos Flughafen Dalaman Athen Flughafen Bodrum GemilerBucht 1st Day Göcek (Embarkation) Individual arrival by plane to Dalaman Airport and transfer to Göcek (approx. 1 h). Check-in on board starts at 2 pm. Take the afternoon to stroll through the lively harbour town. The week begins with dinner on board. 2nd Day Göcek – Saklikent Canyon – Gemiler Bay (aprx. 27 km/17 mi.) A bus transfers (60 min) takes us to Cavdir, the starting point of today’s cycling tour. From here we bike to the Saklikent Canyon, where we can enjoy lunch on the riverbank. In Turkish “Saklikent” means “Hidden City”. The canyon is spectacular and can easily be explored on foot. Afterwards we continue our cycling tour to Kadiköy. From here, a short transfer takes us to the ancient town of Tlos which was once one of the largest towns in Lycia. After visiting the historic site the shuttle bus takes us to Gemiler Bay, where we board the boat off the coast of Gemiler Island – also known as St. Nikolaus Island due to the church constructed here in his name in the 5th Centuary. 3rd Day Gemiler Bay – Fethiye – Sarsala Bay (aprx. 33 km/21 mi.) In the morning we cycle through a pine forest to the 1922 abandoned Greek city of Kayaköy, once home to 6,500 people. From here we continue our bike ride to Fethiye where we have the chance to extend our tour by a few kilometres: a small peninsula nearby tempts with its quiet bays and beautiful beaches, perfect for a picturesque swim stop. Alternatively we can spend the time exploring the city of Fethiye with its local bazar. The old town, marked by the Eski Cami Mosque is also worth a visit, with its narrow, winding alleyways and the typical corner houses. Back on board, the boat takes us to Sarsala Bay where we spend a peaceful night on anchor. 4th Day Sarsala Bay – Dalaman – Dalyan(aprx. 42 km/26 mi.) After breakfast we cross the fertile Dalaman plains with its cotton fields and orchards before taking a well-deserved break in a tea house in Dalaman. We then cycle on through a small pass to the estuarial area of the Dalyan delta, where we have lunch in a charming restaurant. From here it’s only a few more kilometres to Dalyan. A small boat takes us passed the impressive rock-cut tombs and the Dalyan delta to our ship, which waits on anchor near a small rocky island. 5th Day Kaunos – Ekincik – Ciftlik Bay(aprx. 31 km/19 mi.) After breakfast the boat brings us close to the ancient city of Kaunos, the first destination of today’s bike tour. Once directly on the seaside and an important port town, the harbour now lies 8km from the coast. Only the ruins are silent witnesses of the former wealth of the city. After visiting the site, we continue on by bike to the shores of Lake Köycegiz, where we have the opportunity to enjoy a healing mud bath close to Sultaniye. After crossing another small pass with fantastic views we finally reach the tiny fishermen’s village of Ekincik, where we board the boat and spend the night in the bay of Ciftlik. 6th Day Çiftlik – Serçe Limanı – Datça (aprx. 45 km/28 mi.) A secluded mountain road takes us to a mountain village located at 300m above sea level, home to a 1,500-year-old plane tree and a lively bazar that is well worth a visit. A short walk around the plane tree is said to ensure a long and lucky life. After lunch we continue to a small bay at the peak of the Bozburun Peninsula. From there we cross over to Datca, the capital of the peninsula of the same name. The evening can be spent wandering through the lively harbour town. 7th Day Datça – Knidos (aprx. 49 km/30 mi.) Today’s bike tour leads us along the Datça peninsula. The first ascent takes us to a height of 450m before we head back down to the sea. On a clear day it is possible to see the Greek islands Nissyros, Tilos and Rhodes. A scenic road leads first along the coast and then through more rural areas, before taking us to Knidos. After visiting the impressive archaeological site, we stay in one of the most picturesque bays on the Turkish coast. 8th Day Knidos – Yalı Çiftlik (Disembarkation) In the morning we cross over from Knidos to Yalı Çiftlik (Bodrum County). Check-out after breakfast. On request collective group transfer to the airport and individual return home or extended stay in Turkey. Accommodation Admiral (Deluxe) The Admiral is a traditional Turkish gullet. The magnificent vessel, with its three imposing masts and impressive sails, is equipped for greatest comfort and is an eye-catcher in every harbor. The Admiral hosts 15 tastefully decorated spacious guest cabins and can easily accommodate bigger groups of guests. The guest cabins, located below deck and all adorned in noble wood, are equipped with air conditioning and offer private bathrooms with shower cabins and toilets. The cozy salon with a well-stocked bar invites guests to spend some time in conversation in the company of fellow travellers.… Read More Rental Bikes Our Hybrid Bikes For our hybrid bike tours, we use reliable, low maintenance hybrid bikes with aluminum frames in various sizes. Twenty years of experience in bike tourism has given us the knowledge and confidence to select the right components for the requirements of an Islandhopping tour. Our bikes ensure a carefree riding experience for our cycling enthusiasts.… Read More Our E-Bikes All our e-bikes are high quality pedelecs, most of which are fitted with Bosch motors with extra battery range. They are characterized by their relatively light weight and great components. Some of our fleet are equipped with other motor systems. With an Islandhopping e-bike, you will be able to climb almost any hill with ease. They are a true set of wings for anyone who needs a little ‘tail wind’ to make their ride that little bit more enjoyable. … Read More Gravel & Road Bikes Our gravel and cyclocross bikes can be ridden over a variety of terrain. These bikes run perfectly on smooth asphalt surfaces as well as on gravel trails. The frames are extremely robust while still light. The relatively wide tires provide good traction when cycling on loose surfaces. Cyclocross bikes allow for adventurous rides without compromise.… Read More Islandhopping Pannier For the duration of the tour we supply you with a waterproof pannier by Ortlieb, a practical way of carrying drinks, bathing gear, camera etc. To ensure that bike panniers remain water proof they have to be closed tight. The use of our Islandhopping panniers is free of charge.… Our Hybrid Bikes Our E-Bikes Gravel & Road Bikes ACCESSORIES Services, Dates & Prices The below calendar lists the basic cruise price per person. The final cruise price depends on cabin type, cabin occupancy and any additional optional services. The prices for additional optional services are listed below the travel calendar. The green checkmark indicates that the trip is secured. Time Period Tour Country Accommodation Route Availability Price from The final price is dependent on the type of cabin, the number of guests staying in the cabin and any additional services booked. April 2024 27.04. Comfirmed departure 27.04. – 04.05. Bike & Boat 200€ Spring Discount Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral bis Göcek available 1990,00 € To Booking May 2024 25.05. Comfirmed departure 25.05. – 01.06. Bike & Boat 200€ Spring Discount Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral bis Göcek available 1990,00 € To Booking September 2024 14.09. Comfirmed departure 14.09. – 21.09. Bike & Boat Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral Göcek bis fully booked 1990,00 € on waiting list 07.09. Comfirmed departure 07.09. – 14.09. Bike & Boat Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral bis Göcek available 1990,00 € To Booking 28.09. Comfirmed departure 28.09. – 05.10. Bike & Boat Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral bis Göcek available 1990,00 € To Booking October 2024 05.10. Comfirmed departure 05.10. – 12.10. Bike & Boat Lycian Coast Turkey Admiral Göcek bis available 1990,00 € To Booking