Gulet Cruise Holidays – Private Hire & Cabin Charters

A gulet cruise is a holiday aboard a traditional wooden motor yacht, designed for relaxed coastal cruising. Gulets travel between bays, islands, fishing villages and historic towns, with regular stops for swimming and exploring ashore. Most have spacious outdoor decks, en suite cabins and meals served on board. You can book an individual cabin on a shared departure or hire an entire gulet for your own group.

Private gulet hire gives your group exclusive use of the full vessel and is suited to families, friends and special occasions. A gulet cabin charter allows you to book one or more cabins on a scheduled route and share the gulet with other guests. Cabin charters are a good option for couples, solo travellers and smaller groups who do not need the whole vessel.

What is included depends on the vessel and package. Gulet holidays may include return flights, airport transfers, accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner, crew service and use of onboard equipment. Drinks, port taxes, optional excursions and extended air conditioning may cost extra. Some cruises operate on a full-board basis, while others include breakfast and lunch only. The individual cruise page will show the exact inclusions and additional charges.

Diamond Star Experience offers gulet cruises in Turkey, the Greek Islands, Croatia and Montenegro. Routes may include Fethiye, Gocek, Corfu, Paxos, Rhodes, Symi and other destinations across the Aegean, Ionian and Adriatic coasts. The itinerary depends on the departure, weather and sea conditions. You can view the current featured gulet cruises.

Most gulet cabins include an en suite bathroom with a shower, WC and hand basin. Air conditioning is also available on many vessels, but operating hours vary. It may only run for a set number of hours each day and cannot always be used while the gulet is in harbour. Some cruises offer extended or overnight air conditioning for an additional charge. Check the individual vessel details before booking.

Gulets range from traditional standard vessels to premium, luxury, deluxe and ultra-deluxe yachts. Standard gulets provide a simpler and more traditional experience, while higher categories offer larger cabins, more spacious decks, upgraded interiors, improved facilities and a more personalised level of service. The best option depends on your budget, preferred level of comfort and the type of holiday experience you want.

Flights and transfers are included in many Diamond Star Experience gulet cruise packages, including the featured September cruises. The final price may vary depending on your departure airport, flight availability and travel times. Some cruise-only options may not include flights, so always check the package details before booking. Where flights are included, eligible packages are protected under Diamond Star Experience’s ATOL arrangements.

Consider the destination, itinerary, board basis, vessel category, cabin type and amount of time you want to spend ashore. A full-board cruise may suit you if you prefer most meals included, while a half-board itinerary gives you more opportunities to dine locally. You can also combine a cruise with a hotel stay through a gulet and stay holiday. For advice, request a holiday quotation.