8 DAY Blue Lagoons EXTGFF-7

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1 8 DAY Blue Lagoons EXTGFF-7 This tour visits: Turkey Put the wind back in your sails with eight sun-soaked days in gorgeous Turkey, complete with endless blue skies, translucent waters and so much rest time you ll forget what it s like to be vertical. Dive head first into the rich history and fabulous culture as we sail Turkey s gorgeous Mediterranean coastline aboard a traditional gulet boat, stopping to explore quaint fishing villages and uninhabited islands. And when you re back on deck, stake out your favourite sunbed with your newly-purchased Turkish towel and let the good times roll. The Bucket List More Inclusions Sail the scenic Turkish coastline Swim & snorkel the blue waters of Turkey Visit Smugglers Island Watch the sunset on St Nicholas Island Visit sunken city of Kekova 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners Afternoon tea (coffee, tea & snacks) 7 nights in an en suite cabin (twin or double) on motorised cruising boats Snorkelling equipment and board games, fishing lines Harbour & marina fees Sound system & ipod dock Local qualified captain & crew Topdeck representative

2 Trip Itinerary Day 1 - Fethiye to Tarzan Bay Today is officially speak-like-a-pirate day. No swabbing the deck today me hearties, just lots of planking (read: sunbathing). Soak up the rays of the Mediterranean on the way to our first anchorage in Tarzan Bay. -Snorkelling equipment available on board (all week) Day 2 - Tarzan Bay to St Nicholas Island There s no such thing as too much of a good thing. Next up, the Blue Lagoon. It s officially the most photographed beach in Europe, so charge your camera and get ready for some serious #TravelEnvy shots. Another cheeky sunset snap at St Nicholas Island and you ll have no Facebook friends left. -Watch the sunset on St Nicholas Island -Blue Lagoon visit in Oludeniz Optional activities: -Paragliding in Oludeniz -Visit Butterfly Valley Day 3 - St Nicholas to Kas

3 First stop: Aquarium Bay (expectations set) then on to Kas to check out the local markets. Time to stock up on mouthwatering Turkish Delights, Turkish textiles and as much Turkish silver jewellery as your body can adorn. Once your wallet is officially empty of Turkish Lira, jump back on onboard for our Turkish dinner extravaganza. #Turkey Included activities: -Visit the markets in Kas Optional activities: -Scuba diving in Kas Day 4 - Kas to Aperlai Bay Bring on next level relaxation. Today we crank up some island-hopping tunes and check out the waters around Limangazi and Ucagiiz, before an evening chill session at Aperlai Bay. Shisha, anyone? -Visit to Ucagiiz Day 5 - Aperlai Bay to Gokkaya Bay Today we float past the sunken city of Kekova, so keep your eyes peeled for the turtles that call this place home. Next up, sink your teeth into some castle vibes at Simena before a full-blown pirate party at the Smugglers Inn bar. Don your finest eye patch and striped shirt, should you want to get your timbers shivered. -Visit sunken city of Kekova (no swimming allowed) -Smugglers Island visit for a night out Day 6 - Gokkaya Bay to Firnaz Bay Set sail towards Hidayet Bay this morning and be rewarded with hidden treasure (in the form of crystal-clear water and a peaceful bay) and a well-deserved swim. Final destination today: Firnaz Bay for a night to remember. -Visit Hidayet Bay for swim stop

4 Day 7 - Firnaz Bay to Fethiye Rub shoulders with the jet-setters at Gemiller Beach or step back in time with an optional trip to the ancient city of Kayakoy. Jump on dry land for some fresh gozleme then back on board to get ready for a night of partying. -Visit the markets this afternoon in Fethiye Optional activities: -Kayakoy visit (ghost town) Day 8 - Fethiye The trip may end today but there's no reason why you can't find another ship to stowaway on and do it all over again. Life's a beach, right? Please note this itinerary is subject to change due to weather and mooring conditions Accommodation A Gulet is a traditional twin-mast wooden cruising vessel, which originates from the southwest coast of Turkey, although similar vessels can be found throughout the Mediterranean. These types of vessels vary in length, height, depth and breadth, and it is believed that no two gulets are identical. They range in size typically from 14 to 35 metres, and can comfortably carry/sleep between eight and 30 people. Nowadays, gulets are not rigged for sailing, however all possess diesel engines of varying horsepower. So you need to know, this is not strictly a 'sailing' trip, but a cruise not to be missed all the same. Boat Crew Your gulet will come with three or four crew, who will ensure your cruise is the highlight of your time spent in Turkey. There is a captain, a deckhand and a chef. The captain is solely responsible for the gulet while at sea, and it is important you heed his advice at all times, for your own safety. All our captains come from this area and have been sailing this coastline for many years, so rest assured you re in capable hands. The deckhand provides assistance to the captain and will often be found cleaning the boat throughout the day. The chef is there to fill you up with delicious Turkish cuisine using the freshest ingredients available.

5 Your Cabin Your cabin will have enough space for your baggage. Couples and those who have booked together will share a private cabin. Some cabins have double beds, some have twin beds and some have bunk beds. We have some triple cabins too. Single travellers will be assigned to share a cabin with another single traveller of the same sex. Every room will have its own private bathroom. Remember water is limited on boats, so please ensure to use water sparingly. It is essential to remember on the gulet that no toilet paper (or any other items) can go down the toilet. Please ensure you use the bins provided, for all waste. Optional Activities On all trips we have arranged extra activities that we think will enhance your travel experience, but you have a choice as to whether or not you will participate. These are not included in the cost of your trip. They are usually organised on a group participation basis and should be taken into consideration when budgeting your spending money. None of the Optional Activities on your trip are operated by Topdeck, nor do they form part of your contract with Topdeck for your trip. Topdeck arranges the activity as an agent of the local supplier. Should you participate in any Optional Activities your contract will be with the local supplier and their conditions will apply. Please note: while we make every effort to keep these prices as accurate and up-to-date as possible, they are subject to change and in rare circumstances the actual price may vary slightly to what is published here. Turkey - Oludeniz Paragliding 85 Turkey - Kas Scuba Diving 35 Turkey - Karakoy Karakoy 12 Turkey - Butterfly Valley Butterfly Valley 3 Meals All meals are included in the price of your trip (except breakfast and lunch on day one and lunch and dinner on day eight). Your chef will delight you every day with his culinary skills, using the best available ingredients. Breakfast is always a Turkish style breakfast that includes bread, olives, tomatoes, cucumber, eggs and spreads. Lunch is always a delicious vegetarian feast with dinner always including a meat option, from fish, to chicken to meatballs. You will also get served afternoon tea with coffee, tea and biscuits. Please note: You cannot bring your own drinks on board. All drinks, including water, are sold on the boat at reasonable prices. If you bring any alcohol on board, the captain and crew have the right to confiscate it.

6 If you have any dietary requirements we will make every effort to cater to your specific needs as long as you advise your travel agent or Topdeck Trip Consultant when you book. Please be aware that it may not be possible to cater for every single dietary requirement, but we will always try our best to arrange it. However, we cannot cater for tastes or dislikes. No Tip Necessary Your Topdeck crew never expect tips themselves and will not ask for any; that s not what friends do! We also know how much tipping can cost you. So go ahead, spoil yourself with the money you will save by travelling with Topdeck (just don t forget Mum s souvenir). Topdeck Travel App Our travel app has landed! With a range of awesome features including a Currency Converter, Budget Tracker, Check-In tool and Social Timeline you can plan your trip like a pro. Think of it like your very own Topdeck Trip Leader, always on call with the latest info, weather, maps and city guides to give you the trip of a lifetime, all in the palm of your hand. Please note: The Topdeck Travel App should only be downloaded once you have booked onto your trip. You will not be able to log in unless you have a Topdeck Booking Reference Number. Get it for iphone Get it for Android