Renting a Gulet in Greece in 2027: The Complete Guide

Season after season, Greece remains one of the favorite destinations for those looking for a different kind of sailing experience: comfortable, gastronomic, and with a professional crew on board. If you're thinking about booking a gulet for 2027, now is the time to start planning, since the boats with the best value for money get booked many months in advance.

Why choose a gulet to sail Greece?

Unlike a classic sailboat, a gulet offers more space, more stability, and above all, a full crew — skipper, sailor, and often a cook — who take care of the sailing, mooring, and cooking. This turns every day at sea into a genuine relaxation experience, ideal for families, groups of friends, or special celebrations like anniversaries or bachelor/bachelorette parties.

With more than 1,400 islands and thousands of kilometers of coastline, Greece is one of the most popular destinations for gulet charters, with areas like the Ionian Islands, the Cyclades, the Saronic Islands, the Dodecanese, and the Sporades inviting a journey of discovery through lively resort towns, traditional fishing ports, and ancient ruins.

The best areas for sailing by gulet

Cyclades: Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, and Naxos combine turquoise-water beaches with whitewashed villages and a lively nightlife.
Dodecanese: Rhodes, Kos, and Symi offer impressive historical heritage alongside quieter coves.
Saronic Islands: perfect for shorter routes departing from Athens, with Hydra, Poros, and Spetses as must-see stops.
Ionian Islands: Corfu, Paxos, and Zakynthos, with a greener landscape and intensely blue waters.
Sporades: Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos, ideal for those seeking nature and fewer crowds.

The sailing season runs mainly from April to October, with July and August being the months of highest demand (and highest prices), while May, June, September, and October offer a good balance of good weather, fewer crowds, and more affordable rates.

How much does it cost to rent a gulet in Greece in 2027?

Prices vary widely depending on the size of the gulet, the number of cabins, the level of luxury, and the season chosen. As a general reference for 2026-2027:

Private gulets for 6 to 8 people: from approximately €9,500 per week in low season, and can exceed €25,000 per week in high season for the most exclusive options.
Larger, higher-category gulets (over 30 meters, with more cabins): can reach much higher figures in high season.

On top of these amounts, you'll typically need to add Greek VAT (around 12%) and the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance, an advance payment for fuel, food, and drinks that usually runs around 30% of the charter price).

Tips for booking your gulet in 2027

- Book in advance. The best gulets  and July and August dates sell out first. Starting to look at options in late 2026 or early 2027 gives you much more flexibility.
- Define your itinerary based on your priorities. Are you looking for nightlife, history, tranquility, or diving? Each Greek island group has its own character.
- Ask about the APA and what it covers. Not every operator manages this advance the same way, and it's important to know which expenses it covers.
- Choose an agency that really knows the boats. Having been on board, and knowing the owner and the captain, makes all the difference when it comes to recommending the right gulet for each group.

Book your gulet in Greece with BestGulet

At BestGulet, we work hand in hand with owners and captains in Greece, Turkey, and Croatia, which allows us to offer honest recommendations based on real experience on board. If you're planning your gulet trip for 2027, get in touch: we'll help you find the right boat, route, and dates for your group.

How much does it cost to rent a gulet?

The cost of renting a gulet in Greece depends mainly on the season, the size of the boat, the number of cabins, the year it was built or refitted, and the level of service offered.

As a general guide, a week's charter can be found from approximately:

€12,000 to €20,000 per week: traditional gulets and simpler options.
€20,000 to €40,000 per week: more modern, spacious boats with more amenities.
€40,000 to €80,000 or more per week: luxury gulets and large private yachts with a high level of comfort and service.

Depending on each boat's terms, additional costs may be added on top of these prices, such as fuel, provisions, drinks, moorings, port fees, or taxes.

For this reason, before booking a gulet in Greece, it's important to check what's included in the charter price and what extra costs need to be factored in.

What does a gulet charter include?

Terms can vary by boat, but the base charter price usually includes exclusive use of the gulet and the crew's services.

Other items such as food, drinks, fuel for certain routes, port fees, or additional activities may be subject to specific conditions.

At BestGulet, we help you understand all the details of each option before you book, so you can calculate your total vacation budget more accurately.

Gulet vacations in Greece for families and groups

One of the great advantages of renting a private gulet is being able to travel exclusively with the people you choose.

Gulets are an ideal option for:

- Families looking for a private vacation.
- Groups of friends.
- Couples traveling with other couples.
- Celebrations and special occasions.
- Corporate trips or small private groups.

Each boat has a different layout of cabins and shared spaces, so we can help you choose the right option for your group's size and needs.

During the day, you can sail, swim, paddleboard or try other water sports, visit different islands, or simply relax on board. In the evening, you can stay anchored in a quiet bay or dock in a harbor to head out and explore each destination's restaurants and villages.