Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassos) is Turkey's premiere vacation town and the most popular point of departure for Blue Cruises. In addition to the laid-back atmosphere and vivid nightlife of this international resort town, other attractions include the Castle of St. Peter, which dates back to the Crusades, and now houses a museum of underwater archeology, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassos, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World built by King Mausolus, and an ancient Roman theater.

In this cruise, we explore Gokova Gulf, a deep-blue sheltered stretch of sea sheltered to the north by the Bodrum Peninsula to the south by the Datca Peninsula. We explore many of the breath-taking bays and emerald islands the gulf is renowned for, including Longoz Bay and the Seven Islands' secluded turquoise coves. Other highlights include Byzantine churches, Dorian columns, the indescribably fine sands of Cleopatra's beach, in fact a rare accumulation of a peculiar calcium carbonate formation and rare forests of liquidamber. Shore excursions are optional and may sometimes require a small fee for overland transport, guides or admission to archaeological sites.

The star-filled skies, invigorating sea breezes, pine-covered hills and rays of golden sun playing among the sparkling waters of secluded bays are yours to luxuriate in. Relax, savour all the timeless pleasure sun and sea have to offer, and leave the rest to us. You've embarked on a Blue Cruise...