Bodrum is where the Turkish blue cruise was born – and for British travellers it is one of the easiest and best-value ways to spend a week on a private yacht. Direct flights from London, Manchester and Birmingham land at Bodrum–Milas airport in around four hours, and within an hour you can be stepping aboard a wooden gulet with your own captain, chef and crew.
How a Private Gulet Charter from Bodrum Works
You charter the whole yacht for your group – usually Saturday to Saturday – and the boat comes with a professional Turkish crew: a captain, a chef and one or more deckhands or hosts. You choose the route with the captain, swim in a different bay every day, and return to the boat for freshly cooked meals. There are no other guests on board.
- Charter fee: the yacht, crew, fuel for a standard route, bed linen and towels
- Food & drinks: usually booked separately as a menu package – see our guide to food on a gulet
- Extras: private marina nights, Greek island fees, crew gratuity (typically 5–10%)
How Much Does a Bodrum Gulet Charter Cost?
Price depends on size, age and season. As a guide for 2027 (whole boat, per week):
| Gulet type | Guests | Typical weekly price |
|---|---|---|
| Classic 4–5 cabin gulet | 8–10 | €7,000 – €18,000 |
| Premium 5–6 cabin gulet | 10–12 | €18,000 – €40,000 |
| Luxury gulet / motorsailer | 10–14 | €40,000 – €180,000 |
For a full breakdown by cabin size and season, read our gulet charter prices for 2027, or browse gulets by cabin size.
Our Most Popular Luxury Gulets in Bodrum
Where Can You Sail from Bodrum?
From Bodrum the classic weekly routes are the Gulf of Gökova (pine-fringed bays, English Harbour, Sedir Island), the Hisarönü Gulf and Datça peninsula, the Bodrum peninsula itself, and – with the right paperwork – the Greek islands of Kos, Pserimos and Symi. Our best blue cruise routes from Bodrum guide explains each one.
Getting to Bodrum from the UK
Bodrum–Milas (BJV) has direct summer flights from most major UK airports, and Dalaman (DLM) is an alternative for Marmaris, Göcek and Fethiye departures. We arrange private transfers straight to the marina – see our airport transfer guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a gulet charter good for families?
Yes – gulets are spacious, stable and slow-paced, with plenty of deck space and a crew who look after everything. See our family gulet holiday guide.
How far in advance should I book?
For July and August, book 6–12 months ahead. May, June, September and October usually have more choice.
Do I need sailing experience?
No. Every gulet comes with a professional captain and crew – you simply relax.
Can we visit the Greek islands?
Yes, from Bodrum you can include Kos, Pserimos or Symi. Extra port and transit fees apply, which we arrange in advance.