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# Visa-Free Greek Islands Boat Tour from Bodrum: Kos, Kalimnos, Simi

> Day trips from Bodrum to Greek Islands by boat. Kos, Kalimnos, Simi and Leros visa-free travel. Passport is enough, no visa required.

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# Visa-Free Greek Islands Boat Tour from Bodrum

**You can take a day trip from Bodrum to the Greek Islands by boat!** Your passport is all you need — no visa required.

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  <Card title="Kos Island" icon="island" body="45 min travel — Home of Hippocrates" />

  <Card title="Kalimnos" icon="anchor" body="1.5 hours — Sponge island, authentic Greece" />

  <Card title="Simi" icon="house" body="2 hours — Neoclassical houses, monastery" />
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## How Visa-Free Travel Works

**You can visit the Greek Islands without a Schengen visa.** Under the "visa-free island visit" policy in effect since 2018:

* ✅ Only a valid passport is required
* ✅ Maximum stay of 7 days
* ✅ Island access only (not Athens or mainland)
* ✅ Valid for Turkish citizens

### Required Documents

1. **Passport** (valid for at least 6 months)
2. **Ferry/Boat ticket** (round trip)
3. **Accommodation booking** (not required for day trips)

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## Kos Island Tour

### Why Kos?

**The closest and most popular option.** Only 45 minutes from Bodrum.

<Card title="Distance to Kos" icon="route" body="12 nautical miles from Bodrum — 45 minutes by fast boat" />

### What to See in Kos

**Hippocrates Tree** — 2,500-year-old legendary tree where Hippocrates taught

**Asklepion** — Ancient medical center, Hippocrates' medical school

**Kos Castle** — Built by the Knights of St. John, commanding harbor views

**Plaka Beach** — Turquoise waters, sunbed and umbrella service

### Kos Tour Schedule

| Time          | Activity              |
| ------------- | --------------------- |
| 09:00         | Departure from Bodrum |
| 09:45         | Arrival at Kos port   |
| 10:00 - 14:00 | Free exploration      |
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Lunch                 |
| 15:00 - 17:00 | Beach / shopping      |
| 17:30         | Departure from Kos    |
| 18:15         | Arrival in Bodrum     |

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## Kalimnos Tour

### Why Kalimnos?

**The island of sponge divers.** Less touristy, more authentic.

<Card title="Kalimnos Feature" icon="star" body="World-famous sponge production — still handmade" />

### What to Do in Kalimnos

* **Sponge Museum** — Discover the island's history
* **Pothia Town** — Colorful neoclassical houses
* **Telendos Island** — Small island opposite, 10 min by boat
* **Swimming coves** — Crystal clear waters

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## Simi Island Tour

### Why Simi?

**The island with the most beautiful harbor.** Neoclassical houses and Panormitis Monastery.

<Card title="Simi's Beauty" icon="camera" body="The most photogenic harbor in the Greek Islands" />

### What to See in Simi

**Yialos Harbor** — Colorful neoclassical houses, stunning hilltop views

**Panormitis Monastery** — Orthodox pilgrimage center, blue-white architecture

**Nimos Island** — Opposite Simi, pristine coves

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## Prices 2026

| Island   | Price per Person | Included                  |
| -------- | ---------------- | ------------------------- |
| Kos      | ₺1,500 - ₺2,000  | Transfer, guide           |
| Kalimnos | ₺1,800 - ₺2,500  | Transfer, guide           |
| Simi     | ₺2,000 - ₺2,800  | Transfer, monastery visit |

**Private boat charter:**

* Kos: ₺12,000 - ₺18,000 / day
* Kalimnos: ₺15,000 - ₺22,000 / day
* Simi: ₺18,000 - ₺25,000 / day

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## Tips

### What to Bring

* 📷 Passport (mandatory)
* 💶 Euros (for cash purchases)
* 👙 Swimsuit and sunscreen
* 👟 Comfortable shoes (for walking)

<Card title="Important" icon="warning" body="Visa-free travel is only valid for the islands. Transit to Athens or other Greek cities requires a Schengen visa." />

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## Booking

**Early booking is recommended for Greek Islands tours.**

* 📱 WhatsApp: +90 532 681 74 63
* 📧 Email: [info@simgeyachting.com](mailto:info@simgeyachting.com)

Get detailed information from our [Contact](/en/iletisim) page.

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*Tour schedules may change depending on weather conditions. Contact us for the current schedule.*