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Imagine casting off from under the shadow of the Bodrum
castle or from the cosmopolitan town of Mykonos Island,
mooring in a pristine azure bay, swimming, snorkeling,
windsurfing or just relaxing on a sun bed while your
every wish is met by a thoughtful crew member.
Who says you can't have it all?
Welcome to the Aegean mega-yacht cruise created jointly
by Azure Int'l of Greece and Galeo Yachting in Turkey.
As our guest, you will be an explorer of the enchanting
Eastern Mediterranean on-board your yacht and feel like
an important guest. While the mega-liners are locked
into a set schedule, our yachts enjoy the luxury of
spontaneity. If a beautiful little cove comes into view,
the captain may drop anchor so you could swim or snorkel
from the marina at the stern of the yacht. At every
place we sail, we give you the freedom to exercise your
options, and the leisure to savor each destination at
your own pace.
Your favorite drinks, the palatable meals, the melodic
laughter of those few other guests around you and the
warmth of our hearts will be some of the many experiences
which will enhance your senses and bring happiness,
fun and romance to your intimate journey.
Our two yachts, our locations and Turkish-Greek itinerary
have been carefully chosen for the explorer, value-minded,
discerning and adventurous individuals who enjoy the
finest pleasures life has to offer.
The Yachts / Motor-Sailers
Our yachts are, first and foremost, designed for your
safety and comfort and equipped with the latest electronic
navigation systems. In addition, they are large enough
to accommodate just the right number of guests with
ample space and intimacy yet small enough to ply shallow
waters and moor in harbors restricted to cruise ships.
"Sea Fox" The only luxurious traditional wooden
yacht with a Turkish Bath
This 93ft., air-conditioned motor-sailer / "gulet",
was commissioned in 1998 and refit in 2001. It has five,
97sq. ft./9 sq. m spacious double cabins each with its
own marble bath with enclosed showers and home-type
toilets as well as a 320 sq. ft./30 sq. m cabin with
two double beds. All cabins have hot water, 220V outlets,
individual air-con/heating control and music if desired.
"Sea Fox" is the only yacht in the Aegean
waters with a fully working marble Hamam(Turkish bath)
which seats six people comfortably. In addition, it
has twelve sunbeds, an indoor/outdoor dining area and
equipment for snorkeling, canoeing, wind surfing and
fishing. The yacht has been built to the highest comfort
and safety specifications.
Yacht photos and layout at: www.med-yachts.info/yachtdetail.asp?sID=35
"Doruk Reis" A reputable
and spacious yacht with high standards
| The 90ft. air-conditioned motor-sailer
/ "gulet" was built in 1993 with upgrades
every other year. It accommodates up to 14 persons
in 7 cabins each with en-suite shower/WC, 6 cabins
with double (French) bed and 1 master cabin with
a double bed, and separate crew cabins. The yacht
includes a CD/stereo music system, a generator for
220v outlets, a fully equipped galley, saloon, sun
mattresses, dinghy with outboard motor, canoe and
a windsurf. The yacht has been built to rigid safety
specifications. |
Yacht photos and layout at: www.med-yachts.info/yachtdetail.asp?sID=20
Bookings can be made on either "Sea Fox" or
"Doruk Reis" and are subject to availability
at time of booking.
Your Crew
In our business, we know so well that an exceptional
yacht is only half the success formula. This is why
we made certain that the five multi-lingual crew members
(Captain, chef, deckhand, engineer, stewardess) who
are on-board are very friendly, ready to assist you
for a relaxed atmosphere but at the same time professional,
very familiar with the coastal waters as well as with
the yachts inside out. They are also your source of
information on the local history and surroundings, being
able to advise the best places to snorkel and anchor
etc.
The Itinerary
Depending on the dates you choose, you will either
be departing from Bodrum in Turkey and disembark on
your final voyage on Mykonos island or vice-versa. In
a week, you will be sailing to a charming series of
islands including the cosmopolitan Mykonos and to several
charming and unspoiled islands with lots of history
and without the crowds.
Your local on-board hostess will be on hand to offer
tips and advice on where to go and what to see.
Day 1 Embarkation in the afternoon, welcome drink
and program briefing in Bodrum harbour on the Turkish
coast. It is an enchanting and thoroughly likeable town.
It has something of a reputation as a Bohemian community,
a reputation it acquired when a number of dissident
artists and writers were exiled here. Dinner and overnight
stay in the harbour or at a nearby cove.
Day 2 Bays & islands around Bodrum: Orak Island,
Kargi Bay, overnight in Bitez. Cruising time approximately
2 hrs.
Day 3 Arrival at the Greek island of Kos around
noon. This city was founded in 336 B.C. on the present
site of the modern capital. Ancient Kos had many famous
citizens but above them all stands Hippocrates, the
great physician of antiquity and the father of modern
medicine. Opportunity to see Asklipion, Castle or the
Museum (all open until 14:30), then lunch on board.
Option of swimming in the warm waters of Empros thermal
baths on the south coast. Overnight stay in Kos harbour.
Cruising time approximately 1.5 hrs.
Day 4 Early morning departure for the most Western
of the Dodecanese region the island of Astipalaia with
short visits to some bays surrounding Kos. Astipalaia,
which means "old city" in Greek, is a mountainous
island with an indented coastline concealing numerous
delightful coves. Overnight stay. Cruising time approximately
6 hrs
Day 5 Sailing to the island of Amorgos in the early
morning arriving in the harbor. This is mountainous
throughout dropping sheer into the sea in many places
giving the impression that the island was simply sliced
off. If desired, upon early arrival at Amorgos, it is
possible to walk up or drive to Langada hill where dinner
may be eaten before returning to the boat. Overnight
here. Cruising time approximately 6 hrs
Day 6 Arrival before noon on the island of Ios -
claimed to be the burial place of Homer. The chora (village)
above is a maze of streets full of bars and boutiques.
After lunch, departure (at your option) by fast ferry
(approximately 30 minutes) for the romantic island of
Santorini a giant dormant volcano and one of the most
popular islands visited by tourists the world over.
While there, you can linger and watch the awesome sunset
from the Caldera then return to Ios in the evening with
the fast ferry, where your yacht will be waiting. Cruising
time from Amorgos to Ios is approximately 2.5 hrs
Day 7 Today's destination is the small island of
Donoussa to spend a tranquil and relaxing day swimming
at its incomparable beaches and walking ashore on its
unspoiled landscape - away from all the hustle &
bustle and from the culture of technology. Departing
for the island of Naxos in the afternoon, the largest
and most fertile of the Cyclades region. The immediate
surroundings of the harbor are quite interesting but
a trip with a rented vehicle to the interior of the
island is also highly recommended to enjoy fully the
island's natural beauties. Cruising time approximately
2 hrs.
Day 8 Early morning departure for the cosmopolitan
island of Mykonos where local and plain ordinary holiday-makers
rub shoulders with the yacht set, the jet set, artists
and celebrities from all over the world. Disembarkation
following breakfast with our farewell wishes. Cruising
time approximately 1.5 hrs. You may visit the island
for the day, stay longer if you wish and then depart
for Athens. Transportation to Athens can be arranged
with either a fast ferry (approximately 4.5 hrs) or
by plane (50 minutes).
Please note: We will make every effort to follow the
above itinerary, however, since we are constantly dealing
with various sea conditions and our number one concern
is your safety & comfort, we must stress that our
itinerary is weather permitting.
Land Excursions Pre and Post Cruise
Pre- and post-trip arrangements are available upon
request. We offer a 3 day package in Istanbul prior
to the cruise giving you the opportunity to explore
this magical city as well as the booking of your domestic
flight and transfer to your yacht in Bodrum. At the
end of your trip, perhaps you may want to spend a day
or two in Mykonos or in Athens to visit the Parthenon
and other sites. This will be an ideal way to enjoy
your vacation in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Scheduled Dates
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May 10-17
May 17-24
June 14-21
June 21-28
July 12-19
July 19-26
September 27-October 4
October 4-11
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Bodrum-Mykonos route (M/S Sea Fox
& Doruk Reis)
Mykonos-Bodrum route (M/S Sea Fox & Doruk
Reis)
Bodrum-Mykonos route (M/S Sea Fox & Doruk
Reis)
Mykonos-Bodrum route (M/S Sea Fox & Doruk
Reis)
Bodrum-Mykonos route (M/S Doruk Reis)
Mykonos-Bodrum route (M/S Doruk Reis)
Bodrum-Mykonos route (M/S Sea Fox)
Mykonos-Bodrum route (M/S Sea Fox) |
Life On-board
You could lounge on the deck sunbathing, sipping your
drink; savoring your Mediterranean meal, read your favorite
novel or explore the turquoise waters with your snorkel.
Deck ladders down to the sea and deck showers to get
the salt off come in really handy. Land trips to ancient
ruins are extra. You can even fish for your supper and
your cook will gladly prepare it for you. Mealtimes
are another form of entertainment with all that exquisite
Turkish and Greek cuisine along with a good bottle of
local wine. Having a meal under the stars on a serene
sea, gently touching the sides of the boat is an experience
not to be missed. For those who prefer a different view
each day and are prepared for the changing moods of
Mother Nature, a holiday on an intimate motor-sailer
is the ideal excursion in a region ample of history
The Value Added - All-inclusive Rates
Per person double occupancy: US$1375
Upgrade Master cabin (1 subject to availability at time
of booking): US$1475 per person
Single occupancy: US$2100
Children: -Under the age of 2 free of charge.
-Children aged 2 to 6 years sharing cabin with two paying
adults receive a
50% discount.
-Children between the ages of 7-12 sharing a cabin with
two paying adults
receive a 25% discount.
The above rates are Per Person Per Week and include:
Ø Accommodation in stylish & comfortable
cabins with private facilities & air- conditioning
Ø Half-board; breakfast and one main meal daily
including Captain's BBQ
Ø Free drinks (local wine, beer, ouzo, refreshments)
DURING MEALS ONLY
Ø Regular(filter) coffee, iced coffee ("Lait
Frappe") or tea free all day
Ø English speaking Greek/Turkish hostess
Not included:
Ø Beverages (except those mentioned above)
Ø Shore excursions on the islands or other land
arrangements
Ø Crew's tips
Ø Passengers personal expenses
Ø Air-fares, ferry rides and airport transfers
Ø Travel insurance
Ø Visa entry fee arrival in Turkey (approximately
US$20)
Booking Terms & Conditions
Deposit and Final Payment
A deposit of 40% is required to confirm booking along
with receipt of booking form. Final payment is due no
later than 45 days prior to cruise departure.
Cancellations
Written cancellations received more than 120 days
prior to cruise departure will incur a 25% cancellation
fee from their deposit. Cancellations received between
120 days and 45 days prior to cruise date will be subject
to forfeiture of the deposit. Within 45 days of the
cruise departure date, the entire cruise fare is non-refundable.
Not included in the cruise fare:
Such personal expenses as alcoholic drinks, laundry
and gratuities, (gratuities are at your discretion but
as a rule, satisfied clients are encouraged to give
to the captain, at the end of the cruise approximately
5% of the cruise fare for distribution among crew members),
medical expenses, port taxes, Turkish entry visa fee
(if applicable); air, sea & ground transportation
to/from the yacht, shore excursions (these are proposed
and arranged on board by the tour leaders) expenditures
incurred ashore and anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
Sharing for single travelers
Accommodations are based on double occupancy. If
you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations,
we will attempt to pair you with another cruise guest
who has also requested a share. If there is no one with
whom you can share, or if you prefer single accommodations,
you are requested to pay a Single Supplement fee which
is listed in our rates above.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS FOR ALL ABOVE CRUISES:
Although the cruise itinerary is almost always followed
as indicated, on occasion due to unforeseen circumstances,
such as exceptionally bad weather, (vessels are not
permitted to sail when wind force is 6 7 on the Beaufort
scale), serious injury with a guest or crew member,
assistance to a distressed boat etc., the captain upon
whom full responsibility is placed for the safety and
comfort of the passengers, may make any required changes
at his/her discretion. Times of arrival and departure
at the various ports of call are given as a guide and
we cannot guarantee that they will be strictly adhered
to. Omitting a port of call or making required changes
in the itinerary does not entitle passengers to any
claims or refunds. Every step has been taken to insure
that the leisure facilities on board are in good working
order and their failure does not constitute reason for
refunds and or additional claims.
EastMed Yachting Partners (a.k.a. the "Partnership")
reserves the right, with ample notice, to cancel any
cruise due to inadequate sign-up which makes the trip
economically unfeasible for us to operate. In this case
the full fare will be refunded. However, we are not
responsible for additional expenses incurred by participants
in preparing for
the trip.
If necessary, in an extreme case only, itinerary may
be changed and vessel substituted before or after commencement
of cruise. Fares are established in accordance with
the exchange rate and fuel prices at the time of printing
and they are subject to change without notice.
Following commencement of cruise, should the vessel
sustain any breakdown in machinery or be disabled by
fire, grounding or collision for more than 48 hours
disrupting the cruise itinerary and if no acceptable
alternate arrangement or substitute vessel of similar
quality is offered, then passengers will be given a
proportional refund per diem of paid cruise fare. No
further claims will be accepted.
Because no lifeguard is provided swimming off the vessels
is at the passengers own risk.
The Partnership is of Greek-Turkish origin, the vessels
are of Turkish registry under the jurisdiction of Turkish
law. Disputes relating to this agreement will be resolved
solely according to Turkish law in Turkish courts.
Passengers are advised to purchase a "trip cancellation"
policy in case of any unexpected contingencies, as well
as individual accident/health coverage. For specific
information on how to obtain such a policy, kindly read
the information entitled "Travel Insurance"
in the "Things to Know Before The Cruise"
section which follows.
Above conditions shall constitute the sole contract
between "EastMed Yachting Partners" acting
on behalf of the owners of vessels and passengers/tour
operators unless otherwise agreed in writing.
"EastMed Yachting Partners" reserves the right
to replace the vessel on a particular cruise date with
a similar vessel providing same accommodation standards
and services.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE THE CRUISE
Embarkation/Disembarkation
Passengers are requested to be on board 2 hours
prior to departure.
Disembarkation is after breakfast at approximately 9am.
Travel Documents
Participants must be in possession of a valid passport
(expiring not earlier than one month after cruise ends)
and should obtain visas and health certificates where
required. All requirements should be confirmed with
appropriate government consulate or information office
prior to departure.
Luggage and Clothing
Please travel as lightly as possible so as not to
restrict space in your cabin. Soft bags are more practical
than hard suitcases. Sports or casual clothes are more
useful. Plenty of swimwear is required and a pullover
or cardigan is recommended for cool evenings. Comfortable
walking shoes are suggested when ashore; a beach towel
is also required for swimming. It is not necessary to
bring such items as cutlery, cups, plates, glasses,
etc., as vessels are fully equipped.
Electric Current
Our ship generators provide an electric current
of 220 v. Cabins are equipped with European type plugs
so please remember to bring an adapter if necessary
Health Requirements
Due to safety reasons it is requested that physical
disabilities of any kind be advised at time of reservation.
It is understood that passengers requiring special attention
or treatment will be traveling with their personal escorts.
The company retains the right to refuse to embark any
pregnant woman beyond the 6th month of pregnancy
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Special Dietary Requirements
Every attempt to meet special dietary requirements
will be made provided that such a request is put in
writing at least 4 weeks prior to sailing
Honeymooners
If company is informed in due time honeymooners
will receive complimentary wine & fruit. A special
celebration may also be arranged upon request.
Valuables
Jewelry, money, documents etc., should be given
to the captain who will deposit items in the ship's
safe boxes free of charge. The company and its personnel
bear no responsibility for valuables kept by passengers.
Personal Expenses and Funds
The U.S. Dollar and the EURO are the official currencies
on board. There is an optional credit system for expenses
on board that may be paid/settled at the end of the
cruise. Only cash and AMEX Traveler's cheques are accepted/
exchanged on board.
Complaints
Should any problems arise on board please report
them first to your tour coordinator and the Captain.
Crew members will do their utmost to rectify the situation.
The Partnership cannot accept any complaints that were
not reported on board. Complaints that are received
by the Partnership two weeks after the end of cruise
are also not acknowledged.
Travel Insurance
We recommend an American company called Travel Guard
(www.travelguard.com).
Travel Guard International is America's leading travel
insurance company insuring more than 4 million travelers
each year. They offer protection against trip cancellation
penalties, travel interruptions and delays, emergency
medical expenses, lost baggage, a 24-hour "911"
travel emergency service for emergency medical assistance,
last-minute or emergency travel changes, lost luggage
tracking, pre-trip travel advice and more.
Covers both US/Canadian AND non-US/Canadian Citizens.
Pre-Trip Health & Safety Advisories,· Emergency
Cash Transfers
Live e-mail and phone messaging to family & friends.
Financial Default Coverage, $50,000 Emergency Medical
Transportation coverage available.
coverage available up to $100,000 per person and extended
travel over 30 days. Contact Travel Guard at 1-877-248-8992
or www.travelguard.com for details.
For booking information, please Contact
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