Discover the highlights of Bodrum on a private shore excursion designed especially for cruise passengers. Starting directly from Bodrum Cruise Port, this full-day tour takes you through the city’s rich history, legendary monuments, and local traditions — all at a relaxed, personalized pace.
Explore Bodrum Castle and the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, visit the Ancient Theater and the legendary Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and enjoy a cultural stop at a traditional Turkish carpet workshop. Finish your day with breathtaking panoramic views from the Bodrum Windmills before returning to your cruise ship on time.
Begin your full-day adventure at Bodrum Cruise Port, where your guide will welcome you and lead you through the city’s most remarkable landmarks.
Start your morning at Bodrum Castle, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in the Mediterranean. Explore its towers, walls, and courtyards while hearing captivating stories of knights, conquests, and seafaring. Inside the castle, visit the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, home to artifacts from ancient shipwrecks — including amphorae, glassware, and a reconstructed merchant ship.
Continue to the Ancient Theater, a Greco-Roman structure overlooking Bodrum Bay that once seated thousands. Then head to the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Though the monument now lies in ruins, its historical importance is unforgettable.
The cultural highlight of the day will be a visit to a local carpet workshop, where skilled artisans demonstrate traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations. Learn how to distinguish silk, wool, and cotton carpets and discover why Turkish carpets are admired around the world.
In the afternoon, stop by the Bodrum Windmills, set on a hilltop between Bodrum and Gumbet. These 18th-century stone windmills offer stunning photo opportunities with panoramic views of the peninsula.
We will drop you back at the port before your ship’s departure time.
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