Marmaris Fjord offers over 20 square miles of sheltered water and the town itself is a truly international sailing centre. At the quayside and anchored off in the bay you will see large ocean-going yachts from all over the world. A bustling resort, Marmaris is a cheerful blend of ancient and modern. The Ottoman castle built by Sultan Suleyman I in 1522 overlooks panoramic views of the vibrant and colourful activity below of many worlds at leisure. In the town and along the quayside you will find numerous restaurants and cafes where you can sample every taste of Turkish cuisine and watch the East go by.

Ancient Caunus and Dalyan River

A trip up to the Dalyan River to Ancient Caunus is a must if you have not had the opportunity on a previous cruise. Leaving your own yacht at anchor at the tiny village of Ekincik, you travel up the Dalyan River on a local shallow draft boat. The river meanders for several miles through ten-foot high reed beds and you can easily lose your sense of direction as your boat twists and turns between the banks. Suddenly, the river gives way to high cliffs. Set in the steep cliff face are several Lycian rock tombs dating back to the 4th century BC. They are believed to have been carved by stonemasons suspended on ropes from the cliff top. Ashore you can explore the ruins of the ancient city of Caunus. It was once a port, but inexorably the sea receded together with its inhabitants. Today, you can see that remains of the old city walls, the roman baths and a Greco-Roman theatre capable at one time of seating 20,000 people. For the more adventurous, there’s an opportunity to take a dip in the nearby sulphur mud baths, believed to cure a long list of ailments, followed by a refreshing swim off the boat in the fresh water lake before returning back down river to your yacht.

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