A weekly gulet charter in Turkey is a seven-night holiday on board a private traditional yacht, shared only with your own group of family or friends – typically between six and sixteen guests. The gulet comes with its own captain, chef and crew, and every day it carries you to a new anchorage along one of the most beautiful coastlines in the Mediterranean. You swim straight from the deck in crystal-clear water, explore ancient ruins and fishing villages ashore, enjoy freshly cooked meals at a long table under the stars, and sleep in comfortable en-suite cabins. For a growing number of British families and friends, it has become the holiday they look forward to all year.
The weekly format is the standard way gulets are chartered in Turkey, normally from Saturday afternoon to the following Saturday morning. It offers the best value per night, allows the captain to plan a well-balanced route that mixes cruising days with relaxing days at anchor, and gives everyone time to slip fully into holiday mode. In this guide we explain exactly how a weekly charter works, what it costs in 2027, which routes are most popular and which gulets from our fleet we recommend.
Our best gulets for a weekly charter
How a Weekly Gulet Charter Works
You begin by choosing a gulet that suits your group size and budget, and a starting port – usually Bodrum, Marmaris, Bozburun, Göcek or Fethiye. Once the contract is signed, we take care of the details: your food and drinks package, special dietary requests, airport transfers and any celebrations on board. On the Saturday of departure you board in the afternoon, settle into your cabins and discuss the route with the captain over dinner. From Sunday to Friday the gulet typically cruises for one to three hours a day, usually in the morning, before anchoring in a sheltered bay for the afternoon and night. On the final Saturday you disembark after breakfast. The entire week is flexible: if you love a bay, you can stay; if the wind picks up, the captain adapts the plan.
2027 Weekly Gulet Charter Prices
| Gulet category | Cabins / guests | Low season (May, Oct) | High season (Jul–Aug) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic gulet | 4–8 cabins / 8–16 | from €5,600 | €8,000–€15,000 |
| Comfort gulet | 5–6 cabins / 10–12 | from €12,000 | €20,000–€40,000 |
| Luxury gulet | 5–6 cabins / 10–12 | from €35,000 | €55,000–€85,000 |
| Superior motorsailer | 6–7 cabins / 12–14 | from €70,000 | €110,000–€180,000 |
Prices are for the whole yacht per week, including the crew, cruising fuel for a normal itinerary, linen, cleaning and water toys. Food is usually added as a full-board package of around €60–€90 per person per day, drinks are charged at on-board prices, and a crew gratuity of around 10% is customary. Because the price is for the boat rather than per person, filling all the cabins makes a weekly gulet charter remarkably good value – often less per person than a five-star hotel. For a detailed breakdown, see our guide to what is included and our full 2027 price guide.
The Most Popular Weekly Routes
Bodrum – Gulf of Gökova – Bodrum is the classic first-time route, with calm water, short legs and highlights such as Orak Island, Cleopatra Island and English Harbour – see our 7-day Bodrum to Gökova cruise. Marmaris or Bozburun – Hisarönü Gulf – Symi combines quiet Turkish villages with a taste of the Greek islands and the glamour of D-Maris Bay. Göcek – Twelve Islands – Fethiye is perfect for families and nature lovers, with sheltered coves, Lycian tombs and the Dalyan river. Fethiye – Kaş – Kekova is a longer, adventurous route past the sunken city of Kekova and the beautiful harbour of Kaş. We compare these in detail in our weekly routes comparison.
Gulets on the most popular weekly routes
When to Book Your Week
The season runs from late April to the end of October. June and September offer the best balance of warm sea, sunshine, quieter bays and lower prices; July and August are the most popular with families and should be booked six to nine months ahead; May and October are lovely for couples and walkers. Our best time to charter in Turkey guide has a month-by-month breakdown.
Planning for summer 2027? The finest gulets and yachts for July and August are reserved first – read our why the best gulets for 2027 are reserved early.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can join a weekly gulet charter?
Most gulets take up to 12 guests; some larger gulets are licensed for 16 to 18.
Can we charter for less than a week?
Shorter charters are sometimes possible in May, June and October.
Is a weekly gulet charter suitable for children?
Yes – it is one of the best family holidays in the Mediterranean.
Do we share the gulet with other guests?
No. A private charter means the whole yacht is reserved for your group only.
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