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        ABOUT VELA DARE

        LUXURY YACHT CHARTERS & SAILING HOLIDAYS IN TURKEY

        Sixty years ago a group of Turkish artists (two writers, and a poet and a painter) made the first so-called ‘Blue Cruise’ on a small fishing boat, known as a gulet. This was the first ever Sailing Holiday on a gulet in Turkey, along the Turkish coast.

        Luckily they were the first to explore the idyllic coast and crystal clear waters of the gorgeous Turkish Mediterranean…

        Since then, Blue Cruise has become a uniquely Turkish way of enjoying coastal sailing with gulets. This first gulet had bunk beds and a toilet fitted in its hold, (where fish used to be stored), and a fresh water tank on deck. Since then, the singular design of gulets has undergone a face-lift as comfort-consious guests seek bigger and better accommodation.

        Today, Turkey’s indigenous sea-going vessels blend practicality and tradition in a relaxed style for sailing holiday makers.

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        Itineraries designed for unhurried discovery and quiet elegance.

        Blue,Lagoon,Aerial,View,,Oludeniz,,Turkey
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        Gocek Gulf to Gocek 8 Days in East Lycian Coast, Turkey Discover ancient Lycian cities, turquoise anchorages, and hidden coastal villages along Turkey’s breathtaking Turquoise Coast. A journey defined by history, relaxed exploration, and Mediterranean beauty.
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        8 Days | 7 Nights
        Marmaris to Marmaris 8 Days in Marmaris & Hisarönü Gulf, Türkiye Discover sheltered bays, quiet anchorages, traditional coastal villages, and ancient ruins along Türkiye’s southwest coast. A journey defined by relaxed sailing, warm Aegean waters, and understated Mediterranean charm.
        Navagio,Beach,,Famous,Overhead,Lanscape,Of,Zakinthos,Island,With,Flowers,
        7 Days | 6 Nights
        Mykonos to Santorini 7 Days in Cyclades Islands, Greece A seamless 7-day luxury charter across the Cyclades, balancing iconic destinations, private anchorages, and elevated island living.
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        8 Days | 7 Nights
        Dubrovnik to Zadar 8 Days in Croatia, Adriatic Coast Discover historic walled cities, island villages, hidden coves, and crystalline Adriatic waters along Croatia’s spectacular coastline. A journey defined by culture, coastal beauty, and relaxed Mediterranean cruising.

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        What Our CLIENTS Say

        Discover why discerning clients choose Vela Dare for their luxury yacht charter experiences.

        Guest Review

        ‘’Thank you Serhan for the trip of a lifetime! ‘’

        M. Liasson, Washington D.C

        Washington D.C

        Guest Review

        We had an amazing time and the crew was perfect so helpful and friendly and we probably put more than 2 kilos after this trip ” and a big thank you Vela...

        Valerie R. Beirut

        Lebanon

        Guest Review

        We had an amazing holiday onboard the Amazon Solo didn’t want to end…     celebrating our big birthday! We celebrated with all our family which made it...

        Lucille W

        Guest Review

        The Amazon Solo and its crew are, simply, wonderful.  We have rented this boat in 2010, 2015, 2022 and 2024.   The crew are terrific and helpful in every...

        Edgar J.

        Washington DC

        Guest Review

        Good afternoon Serhan, I wanted to write to thank you for another really wonderful time spent on Amazon Solo last week with the family. Captain Yusef took us...

        J & E. M. Ayrshire

        Scotland

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan & Can, first of all allow me to thank you for the lovely successful trip and please thank the Captain Yusuf and all the crew on...

        R.L.

        Beirut, Lebanon

        Guest Review

        Thank you Amazon Solo for an amazing Turkey experience. From the planning communications to the introduction to the beautiful Amazon Solo we were very impressed. We are happy to stress...

        Matt&Eleanor

        USA

        Guest Review

        Dear  Serhan,  we e-mail to thank you and your wonderful crew on Amazon Solo once again. We all had the most amazing week, and  it will be talked...

        Jan and Eric M.

        Scotland

        Guest Review

        Merhabalar…  My dear Serhan bey, although some weeks have already passed by, the remembering of the days spent on AMAZON SOLO are still lively shining inside me as well as...

        Mario I.

        Italy

        Guest Review

        Serhan & Can we have had a truly fabulous trip. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you again for all your wonderful help.

        M.  W. Rennie

        Australia

        Guest Review

        Hello Serhan & Vela Dare Team, This has been the best vacation that we have had. All our grown children and their spouses have had a great time...

        Chris and Cynthia S.

        USA

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan,  You gave us, yet again, a most memorable trip this year.  My husband and I feel it is the best holiday we always have on Amazon....

        Zelfa and Tarquin Olivier

        Guest Review

        Our thanks to Serhan for organising our trip, our skilful captain Yusuf, excellent chef and amazing seamen, they were a superb crew and could not have looked after...

        Moore, Juckes, Bauer & Wilson Families

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan , our summer holidays have finally come to end and the children are heading back to school and university. I just wanted to thank you for...

        Honorary Alexander S.

        Guest Review

        Maria Coffey and Dag Goering We charter yachts all over the world for our Hidden Places trips, and Amazon Solo,owned and operated by Vela Dare Yachts is without...

        Maria Coffey and Dag Goering , owners of Hidden Places Travel, Canada.

        Guest Review

        Estuve con mi familia una semana embarcado en la goleta Sebahat Sultan navegando por la costa turca. Una fantástica experiencia, destacando la profesionalidad de la tripulación, la calidad...

        Santiago Durán

        Guest Review

        Estimado Serhan, Otro año mas y van cinco hemos vuelto a disfrutar de un maravilloso crucero en el Amazon Solo.Las mejoras en el barco han sido bienvenidas y...

        Dr.Mario Padron

        Madrid

        Guest Review

        The crew was fantastic, the gulet was wonderful. We all really enjoyed the food. All the spots we visited and the places we moored were outstanding. It was...

        Peter Lynch

        Boston MA

        Guest Review

        What a fab week you organised for all of us. Truly memorable and so beautifully done. All the guests where so impressed with how smoothly each day happened....

        Lady Annabel A.

        Guest Review

        Thank you for a memorable vacation. I will never forget the beauty of your boat, the Mediterranean sea and the people. I feel like crying with happiness and...

        Caroline Tress B.

        Boston, USA

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan, I hope you are well and that things are less hectic for you. I am keen to book another boat for next year. It was the...

        L.Showering

        Guest Review

        The cruise off the Croatian coast was fantastic, with the islands producing a different port of call every night. Onboard the gulet was spacious, extremely comfortable, and captain...

        John Legge & Marie Hanson

        Melbourne, Australia

        Guest Review

        We had a really super trip thank you so much for organising it all. Suleyman and his crew all looked after us very well. It was a delight...

        The Earl of Derby

        DL

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan, We could not be having a better time. Our captain, Yusef and the crew are so amazing. Gentlemen all. And the food !! amazing. Thank you...

        Dawn M.

        Vancouver - Canada, June 2011

        Guest Review

        What a wonderful vacation ! You all made it happen. The beauty of Turkey is only surpassed by the beauty of its people. We will be back again...

        Steve King

        Boston, USA

        Guest Review

        To Serhan & Crew, It takes many ingredients to make a fine meal and even more to deliver an outstanding sailing adventure. You made us feel at home...

        Ed & Peggy Clay

        San Fransisco, Ca. USA

        Guest Review

        We had an absolutely wonderful trip. You did a terrific job in setting everything up and the guides, drivers and yacht crew were all outstanding.We particularly loved the...

        Katherine Kinsella

        Washington DC.

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan, I just wanted to thank you very much for arranging such a special trip for us all in Turkey. It was faultlessly organised and we had...

        Julia Dodd – Noble

        Guest Review

        Dear Serhan, This is just to thank you for organising a super holiday, which my family really enjoyed. Palmyra was perfect and her crew could not have looked...

        Sir Redmont Watt

        Guest Review

        Che parole dolce – quasi un anno dopo – abbiamo lo stesco sentimenti. Una settimana di paradiso – abbiamo imperato la cuciana – Turhese – e fatto la...

        Toni, Giorgio, Anna, Stefano and Beatric…

        ROMA PARIS

        Guest Review

        Some people do a good job. A few do a better job. You – all of you — add to a great job that kindness and concern for...

        Bill & Ruth Mathaus

        Reading PA.

        Guest Review

        The most wonderful crew whose work and character, gave experience on Amazon Solo the beauty and relaxation sought after.

        Caitlin Mottaliano

        Cambridge, MA, USA

        Guest Review

        Thanks very much for a fabulous trip and the organizations during our cruise.

        David Rajak

        Johannesburg, S.Africa

        Guest Review

        Our holiday on the Amazon Solo ( AZ) could not have been better. The boat was so spacious and so comfortable and the crew were quite superb. As...

        Liz and Richard Thomas and Party

        Whales, U.K.

        Guest Review

        The best times are experienced with good friends.They can be strangers or family.Then, strangers become family.You and your crew will be in our thoughts forever.

        Ron & Kay Bilton

        Roseburg, Oregon USA

        Guest Review

        Serhan and wonderful crew of the Amazon Solo. We leave you now in friendship. With great appreciation for the many kind gestures you showed us. When we are...

        Bob & Sandi Kahn

        Los Altos, Ca. USA

        Guest Review

        Merhaba Serhan, Biz harika bir hafta geçirdik, İstanbul stresine başlamadan teşekkür etmek istedim.Tüm ekip son derece profesyonel ve harikaydı,kaptan Yusuf zaten 10 numara, Özcan bey hiç yüzünü düşürmeden...

        Şebnem B.

        İstanbul

        Guest Review

        Hi Serhan and Can, I was going to email you today to tell you what a wonderful time we had on our sailing holiday in Croatia. The crew...

        Gwyneth E.

        Boston

        Guest Review

        Sailing on the Amazon Solo is an iconic travel adventure.  The combination of a well-made ship, attentive and experienced crew, and the Turkish coast scenery make for an...

        K. Lafky

        USA

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