Bozburun to Symi & Rhodes: 7-Night Private Gulet Itinerary to the Greek Islands
Blue Voyage
7 Nights / 8 Days Β· Round trip from Bozburun Β· Private gulet charter
Cruise route Β· numbered pins mark each night's anchorage
This seven-night private gulet cruise starts and ends in Bozburun, one of the closest Turkish harbours to the Greek islands. A short crossing takes you to Symi, and from there to Rhodes and Lindos.
You walk through the medieval Old Town of Rhodes, climb to the Acropolis of Lindos and visit the elegant harbour of Symi, then return to the quiet bays of the Bozburun Peninsula and the Gulf of HisarΓΆnΓΌ.
Every Aren Yachting charter is private, so the route below is a guide rather than a fixed schedule. Your captain adapts it to the wind, the sea and the customs formalities.
At a Glance
Why Sail from Bozburun
Bozburun is the gulet-building village of the Turkish coast and lies only a short sail from Symi. Starting here means shorter crossings and more time in the islands.
- Short crossing: Symi is only a short sail from Bozburun.
- Rhodes and Lindos: A medieval walled city and a white village below an ancient acropolis.
- Quiet return: The last days are spent in sheltered Turkish bays such as Bozukkale and Selimiye.
The Route Day by Day
Day 1 β Bozburun
Your charter begins in Bozburun, a village known for building traditional wooden gulets.
The passport and crew list formalities for the crossing to Greece are prepared. Dinner and the first night are on board.
Day 2 β Symi
After Turkish exit formalities, the gulet makes the short crossing to Symi, where Greek entry is completed.
Symi’s harbour of pastel-coloured neo-Classical houses, churches and seafood restaurants is one of the most beautiful in Greece.
Day 3 β Rhodes Town
The gulet sails to Rhodes and moors near Mandraki harbour.
Walk through the medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with the Palace of the Grand Master and the Street of the Knights.
Day 4 β Lindos
Today you sail south along the east coast of Rhodes to Lindos.
Climb up to the Acropolis of Lindos for wide views over the bay and the white village, then swim in the clear water.
Day 5 β Panormitis (Symi)
The gulet sails back to Symi and anchors in the bay of Panormitis.
Visit the Monastery of the Archangel Michael, known for its Byzantine frescoes, and swim in the calm bay. Greek exit formalities are completed.
Day 6 β Bozukkale
The gulet returns to Turkish waters, where entry formalities are completed.
You anchor at Bozukkale, at the southern tip of the Bozburun Peninsula, where ancient walls stand above the bay.
Day 7 β Selimiye
A short sail brings you to Selimiye, one of the safest natural harbours in the Gulf of HisarΓΆnΓΌ.
Your farewell dinner and last night on board are here, as the village glows red in the sunset.
Day 8 β Bozburun
After breakfast the gulet returns to Bozburun, where you disembark.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Bozburun to Symi and Rhodes blue cruise?
It is a 7-night, 8-day round trip from Bozburun, combining the Turkish coast with Symi and Rhodes.
Why start in Bozburun?
Bozburun is one of the closest Turkish harbours to Symi, so the crossing to the Greek islands is short and you spend more time at anchor.
Do I need a passport or visa?
Yes. The yacht clears customs when leaving Turkey and entering Greece, so every guest needs a valid passport. Some nationalities also need a Schengen visa; please check the requirements for your passport before you book.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every Aren Yachting charter is private, so the route is a guide rather than a fixed programme. Your captain adapts it to the weather, the sea and the customs formalities.
What is included in the charter price?
Inclusions vary by yacht and are confirmed in your written offer and charter contract before you book, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
Plan Your Symi & Rhodes Cruise
Share your dates, group size and preferences, and our team will match you with the right gulet and tailor this route around you.