Choosing the right yacht is just as important as choosing the right route. A blue cruise in Turkey can be sailed on a traditional wooden gulet, a fast and modern motor yacht, an elegant motorsailer or a spacious trawler – and each one gives your holiday a completely different character.
From classic gulets to luxury motor yachts – the right yacht shapes your whole blue cruise.Yacht types compared
| Yacht type | Pace | Deck space | Ideal for | Top route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulet | Relaxed | ●●●●● | Families, large groups, reunions | Bodrum – Gökova |
| Motor yacht | Fast | ●●●● | Celebrations, VIPs, short breaks | Bodrum – Greek Islands |
| Motorsailer | Moderate | ●●●● | Couples, honeymoons, sailing lovers | Marmaris – Symi – Rhodes |
| Trawler | Steady | ●●●● | Families, longer cruises | Göcek & Twelve Islands |
Which yacht suits your blue cruise?
ClassicGulet: the traditional Turkish blue cruise
The gulet is the traditional wooden yacht of the Turkish coast, built for generations in yards such as Bodrum and Bozburun. Wide teak decks, large shaded lounges and comfortable cabins make it perfect for long, relaxed days at anchor, usually with a captain, cook and deckhands on board.
Speed & StyleMotor yacht: more places, less time
A motor yacht covers distances quickly, so you spend less time cruising and more time swimming. Air-conditioned salons, sleek sun decks, jacuzzis on larger models and water toys make it ideal for combining Bodrum’s bays with a day in Kos, or reaching Kekova from Göcek.
Sail & ComfortMotorsailer: the best of both worlds
A motorsailer combines the elegance of sails with the comfort and reliable engine power of a motor yacht. On a good wind day you sail under canvas; when the wind drops, the engines take over. Many luxury gulets in Turkey are built as motorsailers, with tall masts and wide decks.
Space & StabilityTrawler: spacious, steady and economical
Trawlers are displacement motor yachts built for comfort at moderate speed. They are stable and fuel-efficient, with generous interiors and wide decks for their size – the comfort of a motor yacht for relaxed, longer cruises.
The right yacht for every occasion
Honeymoon & anniversary
Quiet anchorages in Gökova or Kekova, sunsets and privacy. Add our Anniversary at Sea touches.
Marriage proposal
A sunset anchorage off Bodrum Castle – our Proposal on a Yacht package helps with every detail.
Family holiday
Calm, sheltered water and short sailing days in the Gulf of Göcek or Gökova.
Birthday & friends
Bays by day and Bodrum by night – or book a Private Yacht Party.
Island hopping
Kos, Kalymnos, Patmos, Symi and Rhodes on one trip.
Big groups
A large gulet for a week, or our catamaran Brise for day charters in Bodrum.
43 m motorsailer SüreyyaFrequently asked questions
Which yacht is best for a first blue cruise in Turkey?
A gulet is the classic choice for a first blue cruise – it offers plenty of deck space, shade and a relaxed pace, which suits sheltered routes such as Gökova or the Gulf of Göcek.
Is a motor yacht or a gulet better for families?
Both work well. Gulets and trawlers offer more space and a slower, steadier pace, while a motor yacht is better if you want to cover more distance in less time.
What is the difference between a gulet and a motorsailer?
Many luxury gulets are built as motorsailers: they carry masts and sails and can sail in good wind, but rely on their engines for most of the cruising. A motorsailer puts more emphasis on sailing performance.
Can I visit the Greek islands on any yacht?
Yes, Greek island routes from Bodrum, Marmaris and Bozburun are possible on gulets, motor yachts and motorsailers. Passport and border formalities apply, and we help you prepare them.
Not sure which yacht to choose?
Tell us your dates, group size, preferred coast and occasion – we will recommend the right yacht and route and send you a personal quote.