Unforgettable Yoga Holiday on a Turkish Gulet with Catherine Coulson

Event Description:

After a second incredibly successful yoga holiday on a Turkish gulet this year, I am very pleased to be able to offer it again in 2025.  We will once again be guests on the 110 foot traditional Turkish 2-masted gulet called Captain Jack.

We set sail the picturesque port of Selimye, near Marmaris, and follow the spectacular Turkish coastline between there and Datca.  We are never more than a few hundred metres away from the stunning undulating and heavily forested coastline.   The gulet has two separate RIBs (rigid inflatable boats) we can use to go to shore whenever we want, as well as at least two paddleboards, snorkelling equipment and swimming “noodles” and innertubes to float in the gorgeous Aegean Sea.

Our captain, Suleyman, redesigned the boat a few year ago and installed a fabulous yoga deckfor us to use while admiring the scenery! We have a wonderful crew of 4 on board to make our holiday memorable, including a chef who prepares three delicious meals for us each day.

During the week we move from bay to bay, stopping when and where we want to for shore excursions.  The precise route depends on weather conditions, but this year we went to Bozborun, which is the principal boatyard hand-making the traditional gulets.

The day begins with watching the sunrise over the sea and islands followed by yoga and breakfast.  It is possible to swim off the boat many times during the day.  We usually then set off for a new destination for swimming, relaxing and lunch.  There’s a late afternoon yoga class followed by drinks and dinner.

There are 7 double cabins on the boat, each with its own ensuite bathroom.  Many people choose to snuggle in under their duvet and sleep on deck on one of the comfortable mattresses under the stars.  There is so little light pollution here that the night sky is incredible.

Your holiday ncludes:

• 10 yoga classes
• 7 nights’ accommodation -prices are per person based on 2 sharing a cabin
• Buffet breakfast of fresh fruit, cucumber and tomatoes, fresh cheeses, olives and eggs
• Lighter vegetarian lunch
• Fish (sometimes meat may be an option) or vegetarian dinner 6 nights (last night is free in Selimye port)
• Hot and cold drinks (including a reasonable allowance for soft drinks, beer and wine)
• Airport/port transfer from Dalaman or Dalyan to Selimye
• Basic 10% tip for our wonderful crew

Not included:

• Flights
• Return transfer
• Spirits

Price:

Shared standard doubles  £1700 per person
Shared deluxe bow/stern queen (£1800 per person)

Standard single £2375
Bow queen cabin as single £2600

About Catherine

An Iyengar yoga teacher since 1998 Catherine brings the Iyengar principles of connection, alignment, extension and balance to her teaching, with a focus based on yoga philosophy.  She has made 6 visits to Pune to study with the Iyengar family.  She is also a lover of cooking and an avid entertainer.