Top Bodrum Half-day Tours

Bodrum is one of Turkey’s most scenic beach resorts, but the most stunning spots are out on the open water. During this fun-filled cruise along the Bodrum coastline, you’ll hop a sailing boat to discover out-of-the-way islands and caves, including hidden spots only accessible to boats. Bathe in an all-natural hot spring, snorkel in crystal-clear water, and dine on a delicious onboard lunch.

Discover the beautiful blue waters of Bodrum Bay on this full-day boat cruise. Sail along the coasts of the Bodrum Peninsula and take in the beautiful views of the Taurus Mountains. Stop to swim at a number of spots throughout the day and soak up the sun on secluded beaches. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and relax the day away in the Turkish sunshine.

Learn how to make the perfect wine and food pairings during a 2- to 4-hour tasting and dinner at Karnas Vineyards. Relax during the scenic drive from your Bodrum hotel into Turkish wine country. Begin with a welcome glass of Zinfandel on arrival, then take a tour of the cellar. The 4-course meal includes a variety of pairings with local olive oil, jam, cheese, and various hot dishes.

Relish a relaxing boat ride along Turkey’s mesmerizing Bodrum peninsula on a full-day cruise from Bodrum. Marvel at the sun-soaked coastline brushed in verdant hillsides as you sit back on the deck of your boat. This cruise stops at pristine spots to snorkel, swim, walk and even takes a break at the island of Kara Ada renown for its mineral-rich waters, a popular destination for yachts. During the day, enjoy a complimentary lunch, plus soft drinks, beer, and wine are provided at your own expense.

Visit the hot springs at Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis on a full-day tour from Bodrum. Have time to bathe in natural hot springs, walk along the travertine rock formations of Pamukkale, and more during a tour that includes lunch, dinner, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Visit UNESCO-protected Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary on a full-day trip from Bodrum. Take a walking tour around the ruins of Ephesus, once a great Roman sea port. See highlights including the Library of Celsus and Great Theater, and hear about life here 2,000 years ago. Then, visit the House of Mary, where a chapel marks what many believe to be Mary’s last home. Lunch, entrance fees, and transport included.

Experience the beauty of Turkey's Aegean coast on a full-day boat tour from Bodrum. Visit hidden bays and beaches, go swimming and snorkeling in the turquoise sea, and soak in the sights from the sundeck. You'll get great value on this all-inclusive boat excursion that includes lunch served on board the boat, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend a day on the Greek island of Kos with round-trip tickets from Bodrum on a high-speed catamaran or open ferry. With pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the Bodrum Peninsula, this 11-hour is a hassle-free way to explore the Dodecanese Islands, whether you’re interested in old town architecture, the ruins of an ancient city, a crusader castle, or just a day of sunshine and Greek cuisine.

Dodge the airport crowds and taxi queues by pre-booking a private arrival transfer from Bodrum airport, direct to your central Bodrum or Bodrum peninsula hotel. Transfers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and your driver will greet you at your arrival terminal and help with your luggage. Best of all, you’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned car, so you can arrive stress-free and ready to start sightseeing.

Experience the rhythms of rural life in Turkey on a tour to a small village near Bodrum. Includes village tour, lunch with a local family, and round-trip transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the highlights of the Turkish coast with a pirate's swagger on a full-day pirate boat tour from Bodrum. Your captain shows you scenic spots around Black Island, Camel Beach, and Aquarium Bay, and makes stops for swimming in the clear waters of the Mediterranean. The crew serves up lunch on board the boat, and you can even take an optional camel ride. Your tour includes the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

This tour, which is prepared for those who want to know the city of Bodrum and learn thousands of years of it’s history, is active every day except Mondays (April 1 - November 30). After meeting with your guide, we walk in the narrow streets of the city of Halicarnassus - where Herodotus, the Father of History, once wandered. We visit the city's corridors from past to present. First visit is to Zeki Müren Museum- former house of the well known Turkish singer who was resident of Bodrum and than we stroll around the historical houses with interesting architecture in the Cretan neighborhood. We proceed to Naval Museum and we listen to the story of sailors and sponge-hunters identified with the history of the city and see one of the world's most important collection of sea shells. Visit the Mausoleum-one of the 7 Wonders of the World, and watch the breathtaking view of Bodrum from the Antique Theater. We see the windmills, cisterns and many other works of the Ottoman era in this tour.

Set sail from Bodrum by pirate ship to conquer the Aegean Sea. Anchor in its spectacular bays, swim in its pure blue waters, and bathe on its many sandy beaches, all from the base of an unforgettable replica pirate ship that sets the mood for a full day of swashbuckling fun. Enjoy a fresh lunch and live commentary onboard to complete this one-of-a-kind sailing experience.

Go shopping at the weekly bazaar in Turgutreis for the chance to browse authentic Turkish goods from surrounding villages. Practice your bargaining skills and discover a range of fresh foods along with textiles, spices, and more.

Take in a trio of historical highlights on this 4-hour shore excursion from Bodrum port and learn all about the city’s dramatic history from your private guide. Make a beeline for the hilltop Bodrum Amphitheater for a marvelous view along the coast, then see the remains of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Finish with a visit to Bodrum Castle, where you can stroll the battlements, delve into the dungeons and visit the fascinating Museum of Underwater Archaeology. 

Take a break from crowded cruises and rigid tour schedules with this private boat tour. Book your boat for any day and any time and once you’re on board, use your time the way you want. Read a book or sunbathe in the Turkish sun, sail around Bodrum’s coastal landmarks for some great photo opportunities, go snorkeling in the area’s many small natural harbors or even try your hand at fishing.

Make the most of your time in Bodrum port with this private 3-hour shore excursion and visit two of Bodrum’s headline acts. Start by viewing the remains of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, then make your way to the hilltop Roman Amphitheater, which dates back to the 2nd century AD. This intimate private tour is also covered by Viator’s worry-free policy and guarantees on-time return to your cruise ship. 

Get in touch with your inner cowboy and enjoy the pure pleasure of horseback riding in Bodrum. Your day is filled with nature's best views, long trails, and a calm forest. If you want to actually get off your horse, you can have lunch in a meadow next to the river or spend your time around Bodrum. With us, you never have to worry about safety; all of our horses are well-trained.

You will discover the hidden beauties of Bodrum only with us. Hidden pyramids, endemic trees (4th. Iced Age Period Dates Palms etc.), archaeological sites and more that you can only reach by 4x4. You will be super comfy in our 4x4 vehicles as they are luxurious with leather seats and AC. We guarantee you a pleasant trip and a lot of fun.

St Peters Castle Visit the Castle of St. Peter, the symbol of Bodrum. Today the castle’s rooms are used as a museum where finds from the Bronze Age, Mycenaean, Archaic, and Classical, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine period are exhibited. The castle also houses the largest underwater archeological museum in Turkey. It is one of the few of its kind in the world. The reconstruction of a ship-wreck the museum itself is worth a visit. Mausoleum See what is left of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Mausoleum. The Mausoleum, King Mausolus’ tomb, is at the origin of the funerary monuments of great dimensions and sumptuous architecture. Mausolus was the ruler of the Caria Kingdom between 377 and 353 BC; he made Halikarnassos its capital. The Amphitheatre Visit the ancient theater The Theatre is located on the hillside overlooking Bodrum.

After pickup from your hotel, travel in a climate-controlled van to reach the town of Turgutreis. The town is known for its Saturday bazaar, which features hundreds of stalls operated by local merchants. You might sample some fruit or cheeses, and bargain for textiles, shoes, bags, spices, or other souvenirs. When you're done shopping return to your accommodation in Bodrum.

Delve deep into the countryside of the Bodrum Peninsula on a full-day tour by jeep! As a local guide drives the open-top 4x4 vehicle, sit back and enjoy the scenery, discovering shaded forests, sun-blessed bays and craggy mountains. Pass through the villages of Ciftlikkoy, Mumcular where traditional Turkish life still lingers; enjoy a lunch and swimming break in Mazi; and go off-road in the forests that surround Bodrum.

The Turgutreis Market, 23km from Bodrum, on Saturdays is one of the most popular of all markets. This is a large market with plenty of variety and as many fabric stalls as in Bodrum.

Enjoy a day fishing out on the open sea. Catch the fish and enjoy our barbeque. Try your chances with all types of fish including crane fish, black goby, large tunny, sea bream and many more exotic mediterranean species. All equipment will be provided on board.