Sailing along the Ancient Coast of Turkey is an experience of the history of man from the perspective of the sea.

You are invited to walk the same paths as ancient gods of the cities and witness the most hidden harbors that cannot be reached by land; to enjoy the waters that Cleopatra once bathed in; to bask under the sun that once warmed the citizens of a now sunken city; to experience the culinary delights; and to discover Istanbul, the only city in the world that dominates two continents and houses the most delicate monuments of Christianity. As in ancient times, the preferred way to travel in and explore the most inaccessible land is by sea.

For these custom made itineraries, we have chartered the most comfortable gullet and with favorable winds, you will experience the romance and thrill of sailing in the route that ancient travelers sailed.

Gullets  are typical wooden sailing boats, built in the shipyards of the southwestern coast of Turkey. Wide-bottomed and broad-beamed, with superior seagoing qualities, the gulets typically feature one or two masts with sails, though most often, they motor-cruise through the waters at a leisurely speed of 8-10 knots. Built of pine with a pointed fore and rounded aft, both spacious decks are ideal for lounging and sunbathing. Built to heritage proportions that are generations old, Gulets have all the mod-cons you would expect from a quality charter boat, such as air-conditioning, large saloons, roomy cabins, ensuites and AV equipment for onboard entertainment, with space for sunlounging and alfresco dining areas.

Dining is mostly outdoors, on the aft deck. The open or semi-open traditional saloon enables to enjoy panoramic views while dining or relaxing.

The smaller size of the gullet permits an intimate experience aboard as well as ashore while visiting the hidden harbors and antiquities. Throughout Turkey, you will mingle with welcoming locals, earnest people eager to embrace visitors and share their culture, customs and historic inheritance.

We personally know the cream of the luxury gulets available for charter and are available to advise on which one will be ideal for you and your family and guests.