This is the route which is used A LOT for Bodrum Cruises. You will have great time if you charter a gulet and cruise on this route.
Frequently asked questions
What are gulet prices in comparison to other countries?
In Croatia there are currently around 50 gulets which are making gulet cruises. This is much lower number then in Turkey, which is with more than 400 or 500 solid gulets the biggest market for this kind of holidays.
Smaller number of gullets is however just one of the reasons why Croatia is a bit more expensive then Turkey (however even this gap is closing in last couple of year). The other reasons are also cheaper labor in Turkey and more expensive prices for food and drinks in Croatia.
What this means in numbers. It is like this:
1) in Turkey you can find a Luxury gulet which can accommodate around 12 persons, for less than 12.000 €/week. In Croatia gulet similar quality will cost you around 14.000 €/week, while in Greece (starting from Athens) it will cost you around 18.000 – 20.000 €/week.
2) Turkey has huge selection of VIP gulets which have prices over 25.000 € and up to 50.000 €/week. Greece also has a couple of this kind of gulets, while in Croatia this number is much lower. So if looking for VIP gulets, hurry with booking as you might come up empty waiting for last minute deals.
3) Food expenses are much higher in Croatia rather in Turkey. While in Turkey you can get very nice quality full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) already for around 245 € and up to 350 €/person/week, Full board in Croatia will almost always cost you from 320 € and up to 380 € or even more per person/week. In Greece you will generally pay for the food which you spend. This means around 20% on top of charter price. But food is something were you should not save to much, as it is always an experience of a lifetime.
4) Port taxes in Turkey are always included, while in Croatia and in Greece you always have to pay for it extra. This can cost you from 500 € and up to 1.000 € per group per week, depends on the routes.
As mentioned above prices in Croatia are a bit higher however since the recession started couple of years ago prices became much more realistic. Now you can find very good deals in all 3 sections (standard, luxury, VIP) however more luxury the gulet is less chance you will get for negotiations and good deals. If Turkey has the best prices (lowest), Croatia is no.2 while Greece is the most expensive one.