All-inclusive blue cruising in the leading sailing region
We invite you to explore the beauty of our sailing region and enjoy a hassle-free, all-inclusive sailing adventure that you will always remember.
Discover the stunning destination where the Mediterranean and Aegean seas converge and the Turkish Riviera and Greek Islands meet. Our sailing waters are calm, and the climate is perfect, with warm seawater temperatures from April to November, making it an ideal sailing destination.
Starting your Blue Cruise journey is easy, with departures from Datca, Bodrum, Marmaris, or Fethiye, all conveniently located near major airports. Whether you arrive from Dalaman, Bodrum, Rhodes, or Kos airports, your departure harbor is just a short drive or ferry ride away.
As a guest of Sailing Chef departing from our home port of Datca, you will enjoy exclusive benefits, including access to our partner hotel's grounds on your arrival or departure day, to make your journey even more enjoyable.
Carefree all-Inclusive
What is included?
Meals, drinks, and snacks
At Sailing Chef, we are proud to have a Chef with exceptional qualities dedicated to providing our guests with the best culinary experience. Our Chef is passionate about finding the freshest local ingredients and the tastiest fish of the day to cook up delicious meals for you.
We also understand that everyone has different preferences and dietary restrictions, so our Chef takes the time to accommodate any needs you may have. Just give us a heads-up at least a week before your cruise, and we'll adjust our purchases and dishes accordingly. And remember our fresh fruit salads and mouth-watering snacks from the galley that will leave you wanting more.
We're excited to welcome you on board and can't wait to share our culinary delights as part of our carefree all-inclusive offering, making you feel like a VIP.
Sailing Chef offers daily:
-
Fresh coffee, espresso, cappuccino, tea, and cold water to start the day relaxed. These drinks are available all day long. Upon arrival, you'll also receive your personal BPA-free water bottle to fill up during your stay and take home as a souvenir.
-
A delicious breakfast with freshly squeezed orange juice, seasonal fruit, yogurt with cereals, eggs to order, and homemade goodies.
-
A hot and cold lunch with various local and international dishes prepared with fresh ingredients accompanied by soft drinks, beer, red, white, or rose wine.
-
Sundowner drinks and snacks to enjoy after the day at sea.
-
A gourmet dinner that demonstrates Chef's magic and alternates local and international specialties. Dinner is served with red, white, or rose wine, beer, or soft drinks.
The Chef serves fruit and snacks throughout the day based on his "in the moment" inspiration.
The following drinks are available during your meals and during the day:
-
Coffee, tea, water, soft drinks, and fruit juices.
-
Beer, white, rose, and red wine.*
-
You are welcome to refill your personal Sailing Chef BPA-free water bottle anytime.
* At Sailing Chef, the safety and well-being of our guests is our prime responsibility. That's why we serve alcohol responsibly during lunch, dinner, and our afternoon sundowner cocktail hour. Of course, if you have a specific preference for spirits, you're welcome to bring your own on board, and we'll be more than happy to serve you during these hours.
And further
-
Unlimited WiFi
-
Air conditioning* and powerful in-cabin fan
-
Transit Logs, diesel, and port fees in Turkey
-
Use of canoes, sup boards, snorkels and flippers, fishing rods, etc.
-
Three bath towels per guest per week
-
One large sundeck towel per guest per week
-
Clean bedding
-
Duvet and pillow for use on the deck or in your cabin
-
Final cleaning
* Air conditioning is available on Sailing Chef I. We want you to be comfortable during your stay, including keeping your cabin temperature comfortable. However, we also want to be mindful of the environment and energy consumption. That's why we ask that you let the crew know when you would like your cabin's air conditioning turned on. The generator on the gulet has a limited capacity for air conditioning hours per day, so we appreciate your understanding in helping us manage energy usage. And if you are okay with letting the crew know when they can turn off the air conditioning, it would be a great help in our efforts to protect the environment. Thank you for being so cooperative!
Optional
-
Should you wish to do special activities such as day excursions, scuba diving, or a massage on board, our crew will be happy to help you organize them. The costs for optional activities are not included.
What is not included?
-
Your plane ticket and transfer to and from your airport or alternative destination. We are happy to arrange your transfer from/to your arrival/departure airport or other destinations at competitive rates.
-
Personal travel and cancellation insurance
-
€50 per booking for the Sailing Chef guarantee fund*
-
One dinner ashore during the week when anchoring in a picturesque harbor
-
One dinner in your arrival port city. On Friday evening, we will arrive at your port of arrival. Each port has a unique local atmosphere and many excellent restaurants. Your crew will happily help you find the restaurant of your liking.
* Why do you operate your own guarantee fund? We understand your question, and the reason is simple. We aim to give you a unique and carefree experience. That is why we have taken out special insurance that pays out faster than a guarantee fund and has a limited risk of going bankrupt, like traditional guarantee funds. In short, better guarantees and less risk for you. For example, this enabled us to satisfy 100% of our guests during the COVID-19 pandemic without lengthy procedures.
Stunning sailing area
Sailing Chef cruises the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Dodecanese Islands. Apart from being one of the most beautiful sailing areas globally, it guarantees the smoothest sailing conditions.
Smooth sailing conditions are essential to ensure you enjoy your blue voyage to the fullest. Datça Liman, our main departure harbour, is situated in the southwest part of the Datça peninsula, where the Mediterranean and Aegean seas meet. This makes Datça ideal for sailing the south and the north side, ensuring winds that are favourable and a calm sea.
Perfect climate
The climate is perfect as it is mild and never too hot. The best time for sailing is from April until November when the sea is still warm.
Harbours
You can embark from the harbours of Datça, Marmaris, and Bodrum. So, wherever you embark, there's always an airport or ferry near your harbour.
Datça - ideally situated
We recommend making Datça your harbour of choice. Its location near the edge of the peninsula gives you access to the best scenery and ports. And you can sail the south and north side of the peninsula, guaranteeing the smoothest sailing waters.
The peninsula
It is easy to extend your cruise with a stay on one of the Greek islands, visit the cosmopolitan city of Bodrum or explore the gorgeous Datça peninsula.
The peninsula is a picturesque oasis where the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea meet. The atmosphere is southern European, and the people are welcoming and friendly.The ancient Greeks believed that Datça was personally created by Zeus, so beautiful are the rocky outcrops and aquamarine-coloured waters.
Airports
Dalaman
When you start your Blue Voyage from Datça or Marmaris, the nearest airport is the modern and convenient Dalaman (DLM) airport. Many airlines fly direct to Dalaman airport, including Turkish Airlines, Jet2, Easyjet, Corendon, and British Airways. We are happy to arrange your transport to your departure harbour from there.
Bodrum - Rhodes - Kos
Besides Dalaman, you can also choose to fly to Kos, Rhodes, or Bodrum and plan an extended vacation around your Sailing Chef gulet cruise.
You can rent a car from these airports, take a taxi, or a short ferry to your harbour of departure.
Please contact us, and we are happy to help with any of your questions.
Transfer times
Easy and comfortable transport to and from your departure harbour or hotel is always available.
In the table below, you find the approximate transfer times from nearby airports. Click on the duration, and you'll see the route on Google maps.
We maintain close partnerships with private transport companies. We are happy to assist you with your transfer needs at a high quality and at a competitive price.
Extend your stay
Suppose you depart from or arrive in Datça or wish to extend your stay on the peninsula. In that case, you are invited to enjoy unique benefits in our partner hotel.
Partner Hotel
"My Marina Select" hotel is ideally located on the shore of the Mediterranean sea just 2 kilometres away from Datça harbour where Sailing Chef resides.
The boutique hotel has 25 rooms for a total of 42 guests. It has an "a la carte" restaurant, garden bar and a swimming pool. Its philosophy is similar to ours, offering you the luxury you can afford with an aim to exceed your expectations.
If you wish to extend your stay or arrive a few days earlier, we can help you make a reservation and enjoy special rates and benefits.
Exclusive benefits
Sailing Chef guests are entitled to exclusive benefits. For example, suppose you have a late transfer or flight. In that case, we offer you the premier service of enjoying the day in our partner hotel's luxury environment.
You can enjoy the swimming pool and sunbeds and are even invited to shower in one of the rooms free of charge. The restaurant is also available to you for a cup of coffee, lunch, or an afternoon drink before you head to the airport.
Cancellation Policy
At Sailing Chef, we believe in full transparency, which means no hidden costs or strings attached. However, we understand that unexpected situations can arise, making it impossible for you to travel. We want to protect both you and us in such exceptional cases. That's why we have created a simple cancellation policy that ensures transparency and fairness for everyone involved.
Cancellation by the Traveler
If the traveler cancels the agreement, the tour operator will charge a cancellation fee according to the following schedule:
-
Cancellation up to 90 calendar days before departure: No charge, and the down payment will be fully refunded, except for the one-time Guarantee Fund contribution.
-
Cancellation between 90 and 60 calendar days (inclusive) before the day of departure: A cancellation fee of 25% of the travel sum will be charged.
-
Cancellation between 60 and 45 calendar days (inclusive) before the day of departure: A cancellation fee of 50% of the travel sum will be charged.
-
Cancellation between 45 and 21 calendar days (inclusive) before the day of departure: A cancellation fee of 75% of the travel sum will be charged.
-
Cancellation 21 calendar days or less (inclusive) before the day of departure: The total travel sum will be charged as a cancellation fee.
Cancellation by the tour operator
-
The tour operator reserves the right to cancel the agreement due to compelling circumstances.
-
Compelling circumstances refer to circumstances of such a nature that the tour operator cannot reasonably be expected to continue with the agreement.
-
A noteworthy circumstance for the tour operator is the issuance of "no essential travel advice" by the government for that area before the date of departure.
-
If less than five travelers (excluding crew) participate, the tour operator can decide not to depart. In that case, the travelers are entitled to a full refund of the travel sum paid at that moment.
