FAQ Zephyria Yachting

• Local taxes in Turkey
• Commercial harbor expenses in Turkey
• Yacht insurance
• Diesel
• Laundry
• Usage of water
• 24 hour crew service
• Use of equipment on board

Additional costs are:

• Entry-exit customs formalities in Turkey
• Food and beverages onboard
• Land excursions and entry fees to antique sites
• Transfers – these can be arranged at an additional cost
• Fuel for onboard toys
• Private marina fees in Turkey
• Crew gratuities
• Other special requests

Your charter agreement will detail insurance provisions: the yacht remains insured by the owner during your charter; however we advise all guests to consider Cancellation and Curtailment Insurance. You may also wish to consider Personal Accident or Medical Insurance plus Personal Effects Insurance, which is generally not included in the charter fee.

This is possible, but it depends on the availability of the boat. However in some cases, you may be charged an additional fee for relocation of the boat. The cost of this fee varies and is based on the distance between the two harbors.

No. Zephyria Yachting provide exclusive private charters and we feel that cabin charters do not match with the service and quality standards of our company.

Our guests travel from all over the world visiting Turkey from Europe as well as the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Brazil. Many of them are touring Europe on extended trips and include a Blue Cruise into their program. We are happy to advise you on the best ways of combining land and sea experiences making your trip as easy and smooth as possible with advice on flights, transfers and accommodation.

We work with several well-established travel agents in Turkey who provide a range of high quality and stimulating land tours, excursions and activities along in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions. Please contact us for further details.

Yes, it is possible to plan your own itinerary. This is our specialty and following your booking we establish with you exactly what you want from your cruise and make it happen. Please keep in mind that we will do our utmost to accommodate your requirements, provided the weather and other conditions permit.

In general, temperatures at sea are comfortable throughout the summer- in fact being on a yacht at this time of year is the best option! Ample shade is always available on board. Zephyria offers a wide selection of both air-conditioned and non-air conditioned Gulets.

Zephyria will ask for the exact food and beverage preferences of your group prior to your arrival and will arrange menus to suit accordingly. Gluten free diets, dairy intolerance, vegetarian diets and allergies will be strictly taken into account. Just let us know in advance. In any case, with the abundance of fresh local and seasonal Mediterranean produce, our excellent chefs make each meal one to remember.

Standard double beds on most of our gulets are 140 x 200 cm and single beds are either 80 x 200 or 90 x 200 cm. Master cabins often have larger double beds.

While most of Zephyria's itineraries are based upon approximately three-four hours of motoring daily, our crew will raise the sails as the weather conditions and routes allow. If you are a sailing enthusiast, we are happy to design an itinerary with optimal sailing opportunities.

Gratuity is a very individual decision. As a guideline, we suggest tipping the crew either individually or via the captain similarly to what you would tip in a good hotel or restaurant (between 5 and 10% of the charter fee not including extras) for the services rendered.

We suggest that you enquire as early as possible to arrange for the Gulet and dates that best suit you.

Yes. Just inform us of your arrival and departure details in advance.

No, but with our local knowledge, we can suggest a selection of hotels that may be suitable for your party.