Kuşadası or "Bird Island" is a lovely port built along the shores of a glittering bay. The terraced town overlooks the most beautiful inlet of the Aegean, seemingly created purely for the delight of the holiday-maker. Be sure to visit the popular Kuş shopping center in the Kaleiçi quarter, where there is also all nightly entertainment.
A large, modern marina facilitates life for visiting yachters. The Tusan-Kuştur Beach, north of Kusadasi is one of the cleanest beaches. 23km south of Kuşadası is the charming resort town of Guzelçamli.
West of Güzelçamlı and 30km from Kuşadası, is the Dilek Peninsula National Park, a must for those with the time. Here amidst incredibly beautiful surroundings, are some of the most wonderful vistas and some of the rarest wild animals in Turkey, including the Anatolian cheetah and some of the last wild horses. The park is a wildlife preserve, a haven for many species of animals and birds.
Patmos
For a truly sacred travel experience, make your way to Patmos (Jerusalem of the Aegean). It was on this island that St John wrote his divinely inspired Revelation the Apocalypse, the last book of the New Testament.
Patmos is rich in both history and natural beauty. The small, hilly island was populated from as early as 500 BC by Dorians, next the Ionians, and then the Romans from the 2nd century BC. The earliest known temple on the island was the 4th century BC sanctuary of the goddess Diana and it is suspected that the name Patmos may derive from Latmos or Mt. Latmos of Turkey, where the goddess was worshipped.
The Cyclades Islands
The Cyclades islands, Greece are composed of 39 islands of which 24 are inhabited. The Cyclades are the most famous of all Greek islands with Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Antiparos, Delos, Ios, Kea, Kimolos, Folegandros, Milos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini, Serifos, Sikinos, Sifnos, Syros and Tinos. Travel there, where one can find vivid cosmopolitan nightlife and at the same time tranquility and peace.
This group of islands vary in size and are scattered over the deep blue waters of the Aegean Sea. Some of them are globally well-known as international 'jet-set' destinations, while others remain still barely explored on the tourist scene.
Paros
- The breathtaking island of Paros Greece, full of areas of stunning natural beauty, long, sandy beaches with crystal-clear waters, impressive landscape and hillsides ideal for exploration. Parikia, the beautiful capital and main port of Paros Island Greece, is characterized by both contemporary and traditional architecture. Naoussa, the popular and charming coastal settlement on the north side of Paros, is one of the most stunning towns in the Cyclades.
Naxos
- The island of Naxos, Greece has a great history, as it was one of the major cultural and commercial centers throughout antiquity. As evidence to its great role, there are many impressive archaeological and historical sites scattered throughout the island. Naxos villages, both along the coast and in the mountains, are very picturesque and definitely worthwhile visiting
- Known as the dame of the Cyclades Cluster, the capital of the islands. It is one of the most unique vacation spots in Greece. Its nobility and grandeur are apparent throughout the island, due to its picturesque squares, impressive neoclassical buildings and exquisite manors. Once the most significant port and cultural center in Greece, Syros takes present visitors back to its heyday.
- Thousands of visitors come to Santorini every year just to admire one of the most majestic sunset views in the world. The island has become a meeting place for romantic souls who have found a vacation destination that can only be described as "the poetry" of nature.
- one of the top international tourist destinations, famous largely for its cosmopolitan character and its intense nightlife. The island is part of the Cyclades, lying between Tinos, Siros, Paros and Naxos. In Greek mythology Mykonos was the location of the battle between Zeus and the Gigantes, and the island was named in honor of Apollo's grandson Mykons.
Ferries: April 1st until October 31st -
Samos to Kuşadası -
daily departures: 08:00 & 17:00 -
From November 1st till March 31st the dates and times are not standard.
Boat trips to Greek islands
Daily ferries to Patmos am and pm -
Daily return trips to Cyclades Islands -
Five times a week to Paros & Naxos -
Four times a week to Syros -
Daily boats to Athens - (also available flights to Athens)
NOTES: Please always contact with us before making any plans. We can charter the boats for groups for the summer and winter period.
Samos island has three ports: Samos Port, Pythagorio Port and Karlovassi Port.
Before leaving the boat please ensure that you are getting out at the correct port, SAMOS (Vathi) port.
Accommodation
Kuşadası
Kuşadası or "Bird Island" is a lovely port built along the shores of a glittering bay. The terraced town overlooks the most beautiful inlet of the Aegean, seemingly created purely for the delight of the holiday-maker. Be sure to visit the popular Kuş shopping center in the Kaleiçi quarter, where there is also all nightly entertainment.
Patmos
For a truly sacred travel experience, make your way to Patmos (Jerusalem of the Aegean). It was on this island that St John wrote his divinely inspired Revelation the Apocalypse, the last book of the New Testament.