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What is a Traditional Turkish Wooden Boat – Gulet ?

Gulet the traditional turkish wooden Yacht, used in Turkey for fishing and transportation before, Gulets were developed up to big wooden yachts to live on for the summer.

Built in the Turkish coast villages like Bodrum, Bozburun, Marmaris and Istanbul they have today strong engines for a comfortable movement between the numerous Turkish bays, but also sails to use the strong summery afternoon winds for a ride.

With Turkish boats like this, you can experience a boat-holiday, a blue cruise, which is very comfortable and spacey – and very different to the more “sportive” way of sailing with “usual” charter boats. Gulet offer much more privacy and space to move, big single – oder double cabins, a very big sun-deck, a big “terrace” with a big table for dining, talking, playing – just communicate.

and: they always have an experienced captain and the bigger ones as well a crew, so you, as guest, you donĀ“t have to do anything else but – relax and enjoy your holiday.

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The role of a captain in the Gulet

Finally, we want you to get the maximum enjoyment possible from your cruise, so if you have any questions, problems or requests about any aspects of the gulet please do not hesitate to speak to the captain. Due to unforeseen circumstances your itinerary may have to be changed at short notice, and please remember the captain’s decision is final in all matters!!

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Which Gulet is for my group?

That is all depends on your budget and the size of your group. On all the gulets 2 person can accomodate in 1 cabin. So if you are 8 person than 4 cabin gulet will be enough for you butyou may choose the charter a bigger gulet to be more spacious. It is all upto you really! Keep in mind that the bigger the gulet (in cabins and in size) more spacious it is.

How much does it cost to charter a Blue Cruise Gulet

When it comes to gulet rentals in Turkey, several things influence the price. The standard of the gulet, the period of your rental, and the number of visitors in your group all influence the pricing. Gulet rentals in Turkey typically start at $1,500 per day and may accommodate up to 7 people. For longer holidays, a gulet charter costs about $27,500 per week.

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What about Food and drinks on a Gulet Cruise

Your cruise is full-board on Cabin Charters, excluding all beverages. On Private Charter you the option; If you wish to spend your holidays without even having to decide what is going to be on the menu let us to do it for you for against a small additional charge per person per day basis or you may choose to do the shopping for your group, crew’s and cleaning materials than the crew will cook, serve and wash the dishes for you!