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Turkish Gulets
In this blog you will learn about:
- How Turkish gulets existed in history?
- Blue Cruise and Turkish Gulets
- Which characteristics do Turkish gulets have?
- Which kinds of Turkish gulets are there?
Turkish Gulets Existence in History
The Aegean coast and the Aegean Sea offered a very ideal settlement for many civilizations in history, so it was a very suitable geography for boats and boat building throughout history in accordance with trade activities and wars.
The tradition of boat and shipbuilding unique to the region embeds the culture and methods of countless civilizations that have lived here throughout history. You may recall civilizations like: Carians, Minoans, Ionians, Lycians, Persians, Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks, Ottoman Empire and finally, Turkey.
These boats, whose manufacturing center was Bodrum at that time, were first called Schooner and later Gulet. Gulets have been built and used for military purposes, commercial cargo transportation, fishing sector and tourism sector since the Ottoman period.
Blue Cruise and Turkish Gulets
The Blue Voyage performed by The Fisherman of Halikarnas and his friends, which started with trips aiming to integrate with nature rather than entertainment, gained worldwide fame over time and played a major role in promoting Bodrum to the world with many areas including sea tourism.
Turkish Gulet
In line with the demand created by the Blue Voyage, the gulets in Bodrum also started to take shape and underwent various changes. These changes were not only limited to the equipment of the boats, but also affected their form and structural elements. In the 1950s, gray painted and mastless gulets, mostly used in fishing, were manufactured in Bodrum, and in 1965, sailing gulets began to emerge. With the development of tourism, gulets have also changed and developed, and their size and comfort have increased. With the beginning of the use of gulets in the Blue Voyage, the priorities for commercial use in the form of the boat were replaced by aesthetic-oriented priorities, allowing it to reach the contemporary gulet form seen today.
Characteristics of Turkish Gulets
Classic Bodrum gulet is in the category of boats most suitable for charter with wide and high cabins, its wide aft deck sunbathing and resting area known as bangaca. With its structure suitable for the sea and harsh weather and its hull structure providing high volume, the gulets have served in accordance with the commercial purposes mentioned above. Turkish gulets, which were modernized and redesigned with their form, equipment and decoration, turned into an export product and started to be operated as charter boats in Mediterranean countries such as Croatia, Italy and Greece.
Turkish Gulet
Gulets are usually made of thick, strong, wood cuts. Wood can be obtained from different kind of tree kinds. Wood is one of the strongest materials in boat construction. With the right treatments and with the right care, it provides years of trouble-free use. It is heavy and can act more stable in inclement weather.
Different Kinds of Turkish Gulets
Gulets are custom-designed boats. With this feature, there are different types of gulets in terms of posture and functionality.
- Tirhandil
Tirhandil, the oldest known type of gulet, is still used frequently today. This type, which most reflects the style of traditional Turkish maritime, is generally used as sailor boats, but is also suitable for blue cruises. Tirhandil gulets, which are not very long, have pointed sterns and are built between 15-20 meters on average. Tirhandil gulets, which are smaller than the Karpuzkıc and aynakıc, are an ideal gulet for those who love to sail.
Turkish Gulet Tirhandil
- Karpuzkıc
Karpuzkıc gulet, which is the most common production, is narrow and relatively small due to its low stern form and oval shape. Thanks to this structure, it prevents you from being affected by bad weather conditions and offers a comfortable experience. Although the stern area is narrow and small, they have compensated for this with large sunbathing and living areas. The size of the karpuzkıc, which usually varies between 15 and 40 meters, is a perfect fit for long blue cruises due to the comfort of its living spaces.
Turkish Gulet
- Aynakıc
Aynakıc gulets are those that have a relatively flat design and a raised, aft stern, unlike Karpuzkıc. Thanks to these designs, they differ from traditional gulets.
Aynakıc gulets have the largest internal volume compared to their size. It can have more or larger cabins than normal gulets. Same as in the others, design changes can be made in many aspects such as the number of cabins and cabin widths. The most suitable gulet type for large companies needing more cabins and more space for more people.
Turkish Gulet
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Aegean Sea with Gulet Cruise and Blue Voyage
Explore the Aegean Sea with us: Gulet Cruises and One of Our Routes
A getaway to the South of Turkey is incomplete without an unmissable trip across the pristine waters, past picturesque bays and coves! Make your way through Turkish coast as well as Greek Islands that are dotted across the Aegean with us cruising in our Gulet yachts that exceed our guests’ expectations and allow you to have the ideal cruise vacation as you get the opportunity to experience the best of what we have to offer!
Our gulet yachts, a combination of luxury and tradition intertwined to offer a magical as well as comfortable journey, await your arrival in the Bodrum Harbour and are the perfect vessels to relax and unwind onboard as you embark on an unforgettable 8 day journey through Greek islands and must-visit Turkish destinations. We set sail from Bodrum and return after 8 glorious days around the region, at the end of which you are hopefully rejuvenated and content with the incredible places we show you!
Gulet Cruise Turkey
Our gulet cruise journey encompasses several marvels of the Aegean including Kalymnos, Telendos, Patmos, Lipsi, Leros, Turgutreis and Kisebuku. If you haven’t heard of these places then we hope you are prepared for your jaws to drop at each and every single stop we make along the way!
Some of the amenities and facilities we offer on your gulet cruise are:
› Air-conditioning that can be adjusted as per your liking
› Uniformed, English-speaking crew including the chef
› Free high speed WiFi
Gulet Cruise Turkey
An ideal way to see some of the most scenic spots on Earth while still traveling lavishly as well as affordably is with Kairos Yachting! Luxe cabins onboard mean that you are always guaranteed a seamless experience that caters to your needs and lets you take in the sights with friends or family with ease! Children at any age are welcome to join onboard and whether you are planning a family trip, a friends’ getaway or a solo adventure, there’s something available for everyone here at Kairos Yachting!
In depth exploration of islands that are off the beaten path and don’t have the crowds you’d normally find elsewhere are the perfect places to take in the local culture in an authentic manner and observe traditions, the way of life and the untouched natural beauty these lands possess.
The most efficient way to be able to see all this is through a dreamy cruise around the Aegean in our gulet yachts that differ in size from 2-20 cabins and with a friendly and knowledgeable team onboard that aims to please our guests day and night! We carefully curate our trips so that you are never rushed or out of time when passing by the destinations on our itinerary, all the while making sure that there is even ample time for you to engage in certain activities along the way and admire the landscapes that’ll make you want to pinch yourself once you come across their awe-inspiring charm!
Gulet Cruise Turkey
To maintain our claim of a well-rounded experience with us, we pride ourselves in serving you the best and most delectable food onboard, whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner, so that you get to savor local delicacies, fresh produce and all natural ingredients in their purest form! After all, you’ll need to be sure to set off to explore the attractions on a full stomach every day in order to make the most of your time!
Kairos Yachting and the gulet cruises it offers is more than just a service, it is a fully immersive way of learning, exploring, admiring and relaxing as we take care of everything for you so that all you need to do once you embark on our yachts is simply relax! Our detailed travel plans mean that you get to fully utilize each day and still have plenty of time to wander down cobbled streets, enjoy the instagrammable beaches or indulge in local cuisine on your own! No request is out of our capacity to fulfill so if you plan on joining us and want to know more about our yachts and schedules, please get in touch over email or check out our contact information here on our website or our social platforms!
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