Bodrum, located on the northern coast of the Gulf of Gokova, was the birthplace of the inaugural “Blue Cruiser”, known as the “Fisherman of Halikarnas”. It is the undeniable “hot-spot” of the Aegean Shore. This lively, musical, vibrant town, imbued with a bohemian vibe, attracts Turkey’s artists, thinkers, and aficionados of the good life. A yacht trip in the Gulf of Gokova begins in Bodrum. The clear and profound waters of the Gulf along the southern edge of the Bodrum Peninsula range from the deepest blue to the lightest turquoise, while the shore is richly covered in lush greenery of every shade. In the evening, the sea mirrors the mountains outlined by the sinking sun, and at night it glows with phosphorescent light.

One of the finest harbors is the beautifully picturesque Akbuk, tucked away behind a wooded headland. The wonderful cozy eateries are just as valid a reason to stay for a delicious meal following an afternoon of snorkeling and diving. Sedir Island (historically known as Cedrai) boasts a remarkable beach with fine sand made up of fossils, along with a beautiful view of the Kiran mountains across the bay. While navigating the southern-western shoreline of the island, woodlands extend to greet the profound recesses of the bays. The rugged shoreline, referred to as the Bay of Sixty-Six Inlets, appears to have sprung from the frequently recounted stories of pirates.