With several hundred gulets available for private charter in Marmaris, there is a yacht for every group size – including couples and small groups of four to six. If you are travelling only with your partner or a few close friends, you do not need a large twelve-guest gulet to enjoy a private Blue Cruise. A smaller, beautifully kept gulet can offer an intimate, romantic atmosphere, a crew devoted entirely to you and a route shaped around your wishes – often at a lower total cost than you might expect.
In this article we share our advice for couples and small groups choosing a private gulet in Marmaris, from yacht size and cabin layout to routes, sharing options and budget.
Smaller private gulets in Marmaris
Choosing the Right Size
For a couple, a gulet of around 20 to 30 metres with two to four cabins is ideal – large enough for comfort and a spacious master cabin, but intimate enough to feel like your own private villa at sea. For two or three couples travelling together, a 30 to 38 metre gulet with four to six cabins offers the perfect balance of space and privacy, with every couple enjoying their own en-suite cabin. Motorsailers such as Long Island provide a luxurious option for small groups who want extra style and service.
Sharing to Reduce the Cost
Because gulets are chartered as a whole yacht, sharing with friends is the easiest way to reduce the cost per person. Two or three couples sharing a mid-sized gulet often pay less each than they would for a luxury hotel, while enjoying complete privacy as a group. We can help you compare options for different group sizes.
Romantic Routes from Marmaris
For couples, we love a week through the Hisarönü Gulf, with its quiet anchorages and charming villages such as Selimiye and Söğüt, combined with a day on the Greek island of Symi and a glamorous evening at D-Maris Bay. Read our 8-day Hisarönü and D-Maris route and Symi and Rhodes.
Special Touches for Couples
We can arrange champagne on arrival, private dinners on deck or on a secluded beach, celebration cakes, flowers and even a surprise proposal at sunset. For honeymooners, we will make sure your cabin and your week are truly special. See our private vs cabin charter guide.
Intimate moments on board
Frequently Asked Questions
Can just two people charter a gulet?
Yes, smaller gulets are perfect for couples.
Is it expensive for two?
Smaller gulets in the shoulder season can be very reasonable; sharing with friends lowers costs further.
Can we visit Symi?
Yes, with a transit log we arrange.
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