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Cruising the Dodecanese by Dr C T 23, 6 Jul 2023
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Peter Sommer Travel. Cruising the Dodecanese June 4th - 15th 2023

This is the perfect balanced vacation for those who love to adventure and learn about the places they visit. On a comfortable wooden Turkish Gulet a small group of us thoroughly enjoyed 15 days of blissful cruising among the islands of the Dodecanese in Greece set in the magical Aegean Sea. Highly competent crew including an amazing chef took excellent care of our physical needs and amazed us with absolutely excellent, varied healthy food. We ...

This is the perfect balanced vacation for those who love to adventure and learn about the places they visit. On a comfortable wooden Turkish Gulet a small group of us thoroughly enjoyed 15 days of blissful cruising among the islands of the Dodecanese in Greece set in the magical Aegean Sea. Highly competent crew including an amazing chef took excellent care of our physical needs and amazed us with absolutely excellent, varied healthy food. We had two highly knowledgeable archeological experts aboard who elevated and enhanced this trip in every possible way. They lead us through the history of these islands from Prehistoric times to present day coherently and fluently. They never failed to engage, entertain and inform us and demonstrated perfect time management skills.. As a highly seasoned traveler I would rank this trip as one of the best vacations I have had over the years

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From beginning to end Peter Sommer Travel took the best possible care of us. All staff including Peter Sommer himself were accessible to us to answer questions both before and during the trip. They made sure we could be well prepared by providing relevant information about what we might expect together with a thoughtful outline of the itinerary. I would describe them as absolutely outstanding in all aspects of customer relations and support.

Cruising the Dodecanese by manny, 4 Jul 2023
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Fabulous !

The gulet cruise to the Dodecanese (Greek) islands was marvelous. The boat was comfortable , the guides were very knowledgeable, and the itinerary was well chosen. And, the Turkish chef was accomplished, and who could pass up the wonderful Greek food?

The gulet cruise to the Dodecanese (Greek) islands was marvelous. The boat was comfortable , the guides were very knowledgeable, and the itinerary was well chosen. And, the Turkish chef was accomplished, and who could pass up the wonderful Greek food?

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Peter Sommer Travels has been operating these archeological trips for years, with great success, and many returning guests.

Cruising the Dodecanese by LouS, 3 Jul 2023
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Excellent Expertise and Service

We cruised many of the large and small Dodecanese Islands - as well as Samos - examining both BC and AC archaeology and listening to the good historical summaries provided by the experts committed by Peter Sommer Travels. The captain of the gulet was also excellent and we enjoyed the chef on board and the restaurants off the boat selected by one of our expert guides. The size of the group is very important when we are travelling to learn, and ...

We cruised many of the large and small Dodecanese Islands - as well as Samos - examining both BC and AC archaeology and listening to the good historical summaries provided by the experts committed by Peter Sommer Travels. The captain of the gulet was also excellent and we enjoyed the chef on board and the restaurants off the boat selected by one of our expert guides. The size of the group is very important when we are travelling to learn, and a gulet means that the experience is shared with between 12 - 20 others which is perfect. A fabulous way to experience this area of deep historical significance to the world.

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Everything was arranged easily and on site in Bodrum we had the mobile of one of the experts from Peter Sommer who was not only a field expert but also available to assist us as needed. It's also wonderful having your 'hotel' travelling with you - no packing and unpacking constantly.

Cruising the Dodecanese by Barry, 3 Jul 2023
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Cruising the Dodecanese

Our second gulet cruise with Peter Sommers. They continue to live up to our expectations. An excellent and varied itinerary and our two expert leaders/guides were exceptional. the chartered gulet was high quality and crew competent and very friendly and helpful

Our second gulet cruise with Peter Sommers. They continue to live up to our expectations. An excellent and varied itinerary and our two expert leaders/guides were exceptional. the chartered gulet was high quality and crew competent and very friendly and helpful

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All dealings with 'head office' were very good.

Cruising the Dodecanese by Dick and Jane from Houston, 22 Oct 2022
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Great Gulet tour of the Dodecanese islands

Two-week gulet tour of the Dodecanese islands with excellent guides and great food.

Two-week gulet tour of the Dodecanese islands with excellent guides and great food.

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Peter Somers attracts highly educated tour guides who care deeply about their clients and the quality of the excursion. As a result, the clients they attract are themselves highly accomplished and interesting and flexible to the vicissitudes of international travel in this region.

Cruising the Dodecanese by Elaine, 19 Aug 2022
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Cruising the Dodecanese with Peter Sommer Travels, May 29, 2022

This was my second experience of a Peter Sommer small ship sailing trip with a focus on the history of ancient Greece and Turkey., and its quality was, again, excellent. So much of the pleasure in this experience is created by the expertise, organizational abilities, and story-telling talents of the onboard guides--in this case, Drs, Michael Metcalfe and Nota Karmaouna. Over the course of the trip, they help you to build a sense of what made ...

This was my second experience of a Peter Sommer small ship sailing trip with a focus on the history of ancient Greece and Turkey., and its quality was, again, excellent. So much of the pleasure in this experience is created by the expertise, organizational abilities, and story-telling talents of the onboard guides--in this case, Drs, Michael Metcalfe and Nota Karmaouna. Over the course of the trip, they help you to build a sense of what made this area of the world important--intellectually, artistically, and historically and challenge you to debate and interpret what they show you. The small number of guests, and authentically-local shared meals together--both onboard and in lovely small family restaurants onshore--are a source of good conversations--and, indeed, future friendships. I am still engaged with interesting people that I met on the first trip and now this one. What more could you ask? I recommend these unique experiences whole-heartedly. . .

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The Peter Sommer Travel staff offer an efficient, interactive, highly personal service.

Cruising the Dodecanese by Mr/Professor J E 22, 27 Jul 2022
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Out of this world in the Dodecanese

My blogs on the trip can be found here, https://johnelkington.com/journal/page/2/, running backwards - from 13th June to 29th May. The guides, the crew, the visits, the food, the weather were all near perfect, though am not entirely sure we can credit the Peter Sommer team with the weather.

My blogs on the trip can be found here, https://johnelkington.com/journal/page/2/, running backwards - from 13th June to 29th May. The guides, the crew, the visits, the food, the weather were all near perfect, though am not entirely sure we can credit the Peter Sommer team with the weather.

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The flights were not bundled, as they are with some other operators, but overall our experience exceeded our expectations. We certainly intend to travel with Peter Sommer again.

Cruising the Dodecanese by greengage summer, 27 Jul 2022
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Sailing the Dodecanese

This trip was wonderful. We saw a lot, we learned a lot about the islands and their history, we had great meals both on and off the boat and we had time to explore both with the group and by ourselves. Our guides were exceptional, the captain and crew looked after us extremely well and I hope to travel with Peter Sommer Travels again before too long.

This trip was wonderful. We saw a lot, we learned a lot about the islands and their history, we had great meals both on and off the boat and we had time to explore both with the group and by ourselves. Our guides were exceptional, the captain and crew looked after us extremely well and I hope to travel with Peter Sommer Travels again before too long.

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The trip was very well organised and we were sent a detailed itinerary before leaving. I felt very confident that they would be on hand should there be any problems. Much recommended as a tour operator. Both efficient and great to deal with on a personal level, which for me is important.

Cruising the Dodecanese by HKW, 14 Nov 2019
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A Wonderful Way To Tour The Greek Islands

It was all I hoped it would be - a lovely mix of history, culture, food, wine, sailing and swimming. What I hadn’t imagined was the added bonus of 2 excellent guides who also provided entertaining accounts of mythology, brilliant storytelling and lots of laughs.

It was all I hoped it would be - a lovely mix of history, culture, food, wine, sailing and swimming. What I hadn’t imagined was the added bonus of 2 excellent guides who also provided entertaining accounts of mythology, brilliant storytelling and lots of laughs.

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Peter Sommer put together a great trip. The boat and Captain were great. The two guides, Maria and Heinrich, made it extraordinary. Maria, aside from her great knowledge of history, took great care of us and made sure we wanted for nothing. The meals she organized off the boat were wonderfully varied, delicious and plentiful. Her Mythological re-enactments are classic! Heinrich’s knowledge of history and archeology was presented in a wonderfully entertaining and accessible way. And his after dinner storytelling was brilliant!

Cruising the Dodecanese by Peter, 17 Oct 2019
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Cruising to the Dodecanese September 2019

Most enjoyable; visited beautiful locations, with great food and accomodation; a great group of fellow travellers

Most enjoyable; visited beautiful locations, with great food and accomodation; a great group of fellow travellers

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great personalised service superb, knowledgable guides excellent organisation