Aren Yachting · Turkey & Greece
Greek Islands Gulet Charter from Bodrum
Combine the Turkish coast and the Greek Dodecanese on one private gulet – Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos, Symi and Rhodes, starting from Bodrum or Marmaris.
One of the great advantages of a gulet charter from Bodrum is how close you are to Greece. The island of Kos lies just a few miles across the water, and within a day or two you can be anchoring off Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos or Symi. A two-country blue cruise lets you enjoy Turkish hospitality and cuisine on board, while discovering whitewashed Greek harbours, tavernas and monasteries ashore.
Greek-island gulet itineraries usually start and finish in Bodrum (for the northern Dodecanese) or Marmaris and Bozburun (for Symi and Rhodes). Aren Yachting arranges all the paperwork – passports and crew lists, port clearance and Greek charter formalities – so you can simply enjoy the cruise.
Popular Greek Island Routes
- ✓Bodrum & Greek Islands – North Dodecanese Blue Cruise – Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos
- ✓Bodrum & Greek Islands – South Dodecanese Blue Cruise – Kos, Nisyros, Tilos, Symi
- ✓Bozburun to Symi & Rhodes Blue Cruise
- ✓Marmaris to the Greek Islands – Symi & Rhodes Blue Cruise
Gulets for Greek Island Cruises
These gulets regularly sail between Turkey and the Greek islands. Queen of Datça is based in Kos, Greece; the others start from Bodrum.
How a Turkey–Greece Gulet Charter Works
- ✓Start in Turkey: embark in Bodrum or Marmaris and enjoy the first days in Turkish bays.
- ✓Clear customs: the captain handles exit and entry formalities; you only need a valid passport (and a Schengen visa if required for your nationality).
- ✓Cruise the islands: explore harbours, beaches and villages in Greece, with lunch or dinner in local tavernas.
- ✓Return to Turkey: finish your week back in Bodrum or Marmaris.
- ✓Extra costs: Greek port fees, cruising tax and clearance fees are added to the charter price – we always quote them in advance.
Highlights of the Dodecanese
- ✓Kos – lively harbour town, Roman ruins and long sandy beaches.
- ✓Kalymnos – the island of sponge divers, with dramatic limestone cliffs.
- ✓Leros – quiet bays, windmills and a hilltop castle.
- ✓Patmos – the Monastery of St John and the Cave of the Apocalypse.
- ✓Symi – one of the most beautiful harbours in Greece, lined with pastel mansions.
- ✓Rhodes – the medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Turkish gulet sail to the Greek islands?
Yes. Turkish gulets regularly cruise the nearby Dodecanese islands. The captain handles customs and port formalities for the group.
Do I need a visa for a Turkey–Greece gulet cruise?
You need a valid passport. Depending on your nationality, you may also need a visa for Turkey and/or a Schengen visa for Greece – please check the latest rules for your passport before travelling.
Are there extra costs for visiting Greece?
Yes – Greek port fees, cruising tax and clearance fees are added to the weekly charter price. We include them in your quote in advance.
Which Greek islands can we visit from Bodrum?
Kos, Pserimos, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos, Nisyros, Tilos and Symi are all within easy reach of Bodrum.
Can I start my charter in Greece?
Yes – some gulets, such as Queen of Datça, are based in Kos, and many others can start in Kos on request.
