Our routes are:

• Town of Bodrum (Halikarnassus), St.Peter's Castle and Bodrum's local bazaars

  
  Bodrum, or to call it with its ancient name, Halikarnassus, is the birth place of Herodotus and is the home to many ancient civilizations. In addition to being the original location of the Halikarnassus Moseleum, one of the seven wonders of the world, its position in or near so many of the great civilizations and events of ancient history makes Bodrum an important site for historians.
  Bodrum has been declared a historic preservation zone and has a special architecture (houses are generally white-washed and cannot exceed two stories to harmonize with the traditional environment). Today Bodrum has become an extremely fashionable holiday resort. It is a starting point for cruises in the Gökova Gulf , and to discover the numerous beautiful bays of the peninsula. A car ride helps visit the region, see the disused old windmills lining the ridge of hills, and enjoy the atmosphere of seaside and fishing villages: Gümüslük , Gündogan , Gölköy , Türkbükü with their friendly taverns and seafood restaurants, Yalikavak with its typical streets...
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Our Bodrum town tour will take you to explore one of the oldest antique theaters in Anatolia and visit the Castle of St.Peter, one of the world's best preserved monuments from medieval times. You will marvel at the beauty of underwater archaeology exhibits in the best underwater archeology museum in the world, which promises to take you back into the worlds of ancient mariners.
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• Didyma, Miletos, Priene ancient cities
  
  Miletus,the prosperous ancient city located at the crossroad of Anatolian Trade routes, had four ports that developed on the coast and at the mouth of the Meander River (Büyük Menderes). Miletus produced geniuses like philosophers Thales, Anaximander, Anaximenes, town planner Hippodamus who all lived around 6C B.C., and Isodorus of Miletus who lived in the 6C A.D. The theatre , of Hellenistic origin, had a seating capacity of 5,300 people. In the 2C A.D. it was modified by the Romans who enlarged it to a capacity of 15,000 people. It is one of the most important monuments of Miletus.
  
  
  Didyma was not a city but a sanctuary linked to Miletus by a Sacred Road. Here, was a renowned prophecy temple dedicated to Apollo where crowds of pilgrims came to consult the oracle.
  
  
  
  Ancient port of the Ionian confederacy , today 15 km/9.5 miles away from the sea, the splendid site of Priene is located at the foot of Mount Mycale, and overlooks the alluvial plain formed by the Meander River . The site that dates back to the 5 C B.C., spreading among olive trees, is of great interest due to the fact that it is laid out on a grid plan ,also called hippodamian plan, named after the architect of the city ,Hippodamus of Miletus.
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  Yalikavak village and local bazaar
  
  Yalikavak is a charming village near Golkoy, famous for its small seaside fish restaurants and its local bazaar held on Tuesdays every week. Bazaar, called as "pazar" in Turkish, is an open market where local goods are sold by villagers. The goods vary from fresh and organic vegetables, fruits, spices, cheeses, delicious locally grown olives to Bodrum fabrics, clothes, bags etc. Wandering in the bazaar even if you are not buying anything is a real pleasure, feeling the local atmosphere and observing a visual feast.
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  Gumusluk village
  
  Gumusluk is a small village in the Bodrum peninsula. The scenery from this village is spectacular and is probably the best location to watch the sunset. At the lively fish restaurants by the seaside, you can actually choose the fish you would like to be cooked and wait for it to be served as you taste the delicious Aegean starters.
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  Bafa Lake ( Heraclia)
  
  Situated at the head of Latmian Gulf, Heraclia was called Latmus at the beginning taking its name from the impressive mountain reaching the height of 1300 meters above the sea level. Heraclia, which was located at the head of the gulf never, became an important city it was far from the popular trade road running form Ephesus to Miletus.The Latmian Gulf turned into Bafa lake as the water flow was blocked by the earth Meander river carried throughout the years. Miletos captured most of the sea borne trade. Although it was located in Ionia, Heraclia was a Carian city in character and its history was formed by the events of Caria.
  
  Besides its history, there is another very interesting fact about Heraclia. The village called "Kapıkırı " is built on the ruins of this ancient city throughout the years. Wandering in the village, you can see the agora of Heraclia in the school garden, parts of columns used as garden tables or as ornaments of the buildings. Wiping some regular walls, you will be suprised to find out some ancient writings carved on these walls.
  
  Bafa Lake and its surroundings are also ideal for birdwatching. There are 5 islands in the lake, one of which has a monastry. A boat trip can also be made in the lake.
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Comakdag village:

Çomakdag, a famous village for keeping their traditions as they were for centuries. The architecture of the houses are also unique and worth seeing. The wedding ceremonies of the village are very famous lasting for three days the least.
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Boat trip exploring nearby bays

Boat trips with special boats called Gulets are one the musts to do in Bodrum. These wooden boats, especially designed for leisure sailing around the bays of Bodrum, vary in size. During the trip, your captain will take you to some wonderful small bays. Swimming in the torquise blue waters of the Aegean sea and sun bathing on the boat with a refreshing breeze on your face will be one of the most outstanding experiences of our tour. Lunch and also the late afternoon tea will be served on board.
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What to bring: Sunglasses, sun lotion, sun hat, mosquito repellent, camera, comfortable shoes, swimsuits, summer clothes and also a light jacket for night.

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How to make a booking:

Please do contact us for first so that we can make a provisional reservation for you and send you a booking form.

We'll hold this with no obligation for seven days. This will be secured upon the receipt of a completed booking form and your deposit.

The credit card number & card details are required in the booking form. Plus a deposit of 140 £ is required for the confirmation of your reservation.

After Booking:

We confirm in writing your reservation and receipt of your deposit.

The balance is to be paid by cash or credit card upon arrival.

If you cancel your booking:

If for any reason you cancel your holiday after we have issued the holiday receipt, you must notify in writing. The cancellation of your holiday comes into effect upon receipt of the written notification from you and the following charges will be due:

The deposit is not refundable within 4 weeks of the start of the holiday.
Cancellation without informing the hotel: 100 %

If we alter or cancel your booking:

**All the activities are to be organized with the participation of at least 5 people.

If we cancel or significantly alter an important element of the holiday, we will offer the choice of an alternative date or a full refund. However we will not refund the flight expenses.

Discounts:

Early Bird reduction: 22 € / 15 £ for booking 2 months in advance

Previous visitors of activity holidays: 22 € / 15 £ discount

Contact:

For all your questions and enquiries please send an e-mail to: info@atamihotel.com

Atami Hotel
Cennet Koyu, Gölköy, Bodrum, Turkey
tel:+90 252 357 74 16-17-18
fax:+ 90 252 357 74 21

 

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ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS IN TURKEY
ANCIENT AEGEAN CIVILISATIONS AND BODRUM CULTURE TOUR

Enjoy the culture and the history which makes Bodrum one of the unique Mediterranean destinations. Marvel at the peninsula's ancient history, visit nearby historical excavations and feel the charm of the traditional local village life.