With over 5177 miles of coastline and access to four seas, Turkey is a true treasure trove of hidden coves, inlets, bays, and beaches. Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, a Turkish gulet allows you to explore secluded and often deserted islands, coves, and hidden bays along the breathtaking Turkish coast. Here, you’ll discover a hidden Turkey, one that is beautiful beyond imagination and largely unseen by most tourists.
A Blue Cruise offers the perfect mix of sun, sea, history, and hikes at various cruise destinations. You can spend the day soaking up the sunshine in your swimsuit, enjoying delicious food, or take part in more adventurous activities such as snorkelling, fishing, water skiing, banana rides, or exploring natural and historical sites.
Sailing in Turkey offers an enriching cultural experience, where you can interact with the warm and welcoming people of the coastal towns and villages. The small harbors and settlements provide a unique view of coastal life that large cruise ships cannot offer. A gulet is like a floating hotel, where every room boasts a sea view and the scenery changes constantly!
The typical gulets feature between 4 to 8 double or triple cabins, accommodating 8 to 20 passengers in total. Each cabin is equipped with either a double berth or a combination of a double lower berth and a single upper berth (bunk-style). Every cabin comes with a wardrobe for clothes and several drawers for additional storage. Each cabin also has a private ensuite bathroom, featuring toilet facilities and a pull-out shower hose attached to the basin.
Inside the gulet, you’ll find a salon/bar and indoor dining area, along with a fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals. The aft deck provides a covered outdoor dining and lounging area, while the forward deck offers numerous sunbeds that can be shaded with a canopy when the yacht is not underway. A straight ladder is provided for easy access to and from the water, usually descending below the surface.
There are countless Blue Cruise options available in Turkey, and below we have highlighted some of the most popular Deluxe Blue Cruises for your convenience: