Chartered Sailing
For those interested in discovering the treasures of the Turquoise Coast and making new friends along the way. Alexander and Troy also offers cruises on a shared gullet basis for individuals, couples and small groups. Our chartered sailings have guaranteed departures from Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye and Antalya with departure dates of Saturdays and Mondays. Sailing season is from late April through October with voyages ranging from three and four days, to one to two weeks in duration. These vessels accommodate between 8 and 12 persons crewed by a captain, a cook and a deck hand. The crew usually only speak Turkish and a little English, French or German. Your fellow shipmates may be foreign as well, adding to the international nature of your adventure.
Gullets generally cruise from place-lo-place, only raising the sails when the wind is favorable. Your itinerary is subject to change due to the weather and judgment of the captain. If actual sailing rather than cruising is of primary importance in your journey, please inform us at the time of booking. We will be more than happy to have you join a group of like-minded people aboard a sailing yacht.
There is no guide on board, so make certain you pack a tour book. Insight Guides has a wonderful one devoted to the Turquoise Coast. Often there will be a local guide on shore who will be more than happy to explain the significance of the site. However, part of the magic is in your own imagination as you stroll along mosaic walkways past the crumbling remains of temples. All meals are included. They’re simple but delicious, with fresh fish, fruit and vegetables. Drinks however are additional.
Adding a few days to the beginning or end of a tour is also highly recommended. Following are two samples of the chartering mini-tours and a 1 week tour that are available.
