Cabin charter involves hiring a cabin aboard one of our gulets in the blue cruise programme. These gulets have a set programe cruising for a duration of either 3 nights (4 day cruise) or 7 nights (8 day cruise).
Cabin charters are ideal opportunity for travellers , who may not have a chance to charter a whole boat, to experience cruising our crystal clear Turkish waters. Cabin charters are an economic option for the money concious traveller.
The length of gulet on cabin charters are usually between 20 25 meters. They have between 6 and 8 cabins each with a private bathroom. Double beds are standard in each cabin.
The number of crew on board is 3. They will be available throughout your holiday to provide you with all meals, run you to and from shore, and help you with any other activities you may want to do.
The decks are wide, spacious and covered in cushions as well as shade from the sun. This will give you ample opportunity to relax and swim away the day as you soak up the natural beauty of the Turkish coast.
Travellers often spend their nights on deck under the stars, waking up in the morning surrounded by pristine nature. Full board (breakfasts , lunches , dinners ) service is provided on board during your charter and this is included in the charter price. All alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks are at additonal cost , you can buy them on board. Please do not bring drinks from outside as they are not allowed.
There are weekly cabin charter packages available on Friday , Saturday and Sunday from Bodrum , Marmaris and Antalya harbours. The rates of the cabin charters are due to change depending on the month you book it in. The avarage of the weekly charters are between 150 350 per person.
On a cabin charter you will likely meet people from all different countries and of different ages. This will help make your time enjoyable and the holiday a memorable one. During your cabin charter, you can also join combined land tours. Some of these are the King tombs ancient city, mud baths, scuba diving, paragliding and sea kayaking. All options will be given to you relating to which area you book your cruise for.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GO?
The boat cruises in Turkey are operated over a 6 months period between April and October.
The best time to go on blue cruise is July and September ,because of warm days and cool evenings.August is the most crowded and warmest period,in this monts its really hard to find available cabin on blue cruise .
CABIN DESCRIPTIONS
Double cabin means , one large double bed in the room. This is the most frequently used cabin layout. Double cabins are generally used in every cabin of economical class yachts.
All cabins have a private bathroom.The toilets will be either the hometype or pump type model.
Twin cabin means two seperated beds in a room.These are generally two single beds.There arent any twin cabin facilities in economic class yachts, these are frequently found in the standard class category.
The size of twin cabins are comfortabe for 2 people on standard class yachts. They get larger and more spacious in luxury and delux yachts.
A Master cabin is like the captains palace . This is the top class of of all cabin types.The cabins are at least double the size of others. Every cabin has a large bathroom , wardrobe and air conditioning. The variety of equipment is greater on deluxe class yachts. Plazma TV's ,dvd&vcd player , minibar and jacuzzi are some of them.
Over the last 4 years, master cabins are frequently used in new yacht construction.
If you are interested in chartering a master cabin you should make your choice in luxury or deluxe class yachts.
WHAT TO BRING ?
Swim suits and bikinis are a must!
Sun glasses and sunscreen
Towels for swimming
Your favourite book to read while relaxing on the deck
Bring cash on board because credit cards are not accepted for onboard purchases
Sea sick medicine if you are prone to travel sickness
Your camera to capture the memorable times.
DURING YOUR BLUE CRUISE
No shoes on board , there will be a basket for shoes and slippers.
Turn off the lights in your cabin after use
Napkins and toilet paper make trouble in the pipes ,a bin will be provided for this.
After swimming, before you relax on the sun cushions, please use the shower on deck to wash the salt from your body
Place a towel on the sun cushions after you have used your sun cream
No smoking allowed in cabins , you can smoke on the deck
Do not jump from the boat until the captain has stopped the engine
There will be limited water for everybody, so please keep shower time to a minimum
FOOD AND DRINKS
Food and drinks are as important to your enjoyment on a blue cruise as a comfortable cabin. 3 times a day meals will be served. The menu changing daily. Breakfasts are classic Turkish style, lunches are vegetable based and dinners are always baked or barbequed meats and fish.
Breakfast
bread , boiled egg or omelette , tomatoes , cucumber , olives , white cheese,
yellow cheese , butter , a variety of jams , honey , chocalate spread , tea and coffee
Lunches
A variety of either Eggplant , stuffed peppers , fresh beans,
mousaka , artichoke , spaghetti , macoroni , wheat rice , rice , salads , yoghurt
Cold appetizers : yoghurt with mint , kidney beans , salads
DRINKS
All drinks on board a blue cruise are at additional cost. Bringing drinks from outside is not allowed. You can see the avarege prices of drinks below :
Soft drinks
: 1,5 2
Small water
: 0,5
Big water
: 1
Beer
: 2,5 3
Glass of wine
: 3 3,5
Vodka ( 8cl )
: 3 3,5
Gin ( 8 cl )
: 3 3,5
Raki ( 8 cl )
: 3 3,5
Bottle of Wine(70 cl)
: 14 16
CREW
Blue cruises are a crewed charter. All yachts have minimum 3 crew on board.
Captain : He is the leader on board , responsible for all of the yacht and staff and the guests. He will do all his best to let you discover clear waters , tiny secluded bays , historical bays and beautiful islands.
Cook : Responsible for cooking , menu planing and all food services during your blue cruise. Bringing you all the tasty turkish cuisine delights.
Sailor/mate : He is responsible for all tecnical aspects of running the boat. From cleaning and tidying to maintenance and helping you with water sports.
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