Cruise to the Princes' Islands

Istanbul, Turkey

8 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the beauty of Büyükada, one of the seven Princes' Islands located near Istanbul on the Marmara Sea. Walk with your guide along quiet car-free streets while hearing about the Byzantine Empire princes who once vacationed on these islands. Appreciate the relaxed local lifestyle and fresh-caught seafood during your lunch at a local fish restaurant. In the afternoon, explore on your own with free time to take a horse-drawn carriage ride, hit the beaches or visit historic sites.

Full-day tour to Buyukada in Princes' Islands, from Istanbul
Get acquainted with the island on a short walking tour
Enjoy lunch at a fish restaurant with fresh seafood
Have the afternoon free to explore
Includes round-trip ferry tickets from Istanbul, guided walking tour and lunch

What's Included

Guided tour and Princes' Islands cruise.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Boat Tickets
Transportation from/to the Meeting Point.

Food & Beverages
Gratuities
Personal Expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hereke Carpets
Alemdar, Nuru Osmaniye Cd. No:35, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Meeting Point: Hereke Halı (Hereke Carpets) Meeting Point Coordinates (Latitude & Longitude): 41.010233027453424, 28.972806646594854

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:15 am

Itinerary

Take a break from bustling Istanbul with a full-day tour to the largest of the Princes’ Islands, Büyükada.

Cruise to Buyukada on the ferry taking in the scenery as you cross the Marmara Sea. Upon arrival at Büyükada, join a short walking tour through pedestrian-only streets lined with picturesque wooden houses.

Savor the fresh seafood and other delicious dishes served at a local fish restaurant that boasts an incredible view of Istanbul. Afterward, enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. You can rent a bike to explore the island, go shopping at local stores, take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage or lounge on the beach until it's time to catch your ferry back to Istanbul.

Princes' Islands

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 5 reviews

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A Beautiful Day In Buyukada 🌺

Emanhamido_I, Nov 2021

Greetings from Egypt 🌺 I visited Turkey in August, and I’m glad i had the opportunity to book this trip. - Thank you for your easy interface. The booking was super fast and easy - My Tour Guide (Imran)contacted me right away after booking and was extremely helpful. He is a very decent and professional man. He went out of his way to try to help me with my PCR test booking because i was late in doing it and i was travelling back home the next day. Wanted to thank him so much for this day. - I surely recommend your trips and i will definitely book another trip when i come back. Thank you so much 🙏

The guide was very helpful and...

Scott B, Oct 2017

The guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. Wonderful tour!

Our tour guide, Ali, was very...

Safaa_C, Sept 2016

Our tour guide, Ali, was very helpful and informative. We really enjoyed the Princes Islands, the restaurant included in this package had delicious food and great views.

Isole dei principi

Lorenzo_D, Oct 2020

Escursione molto bella, rilassante, la nostra guida Marco davvero preparata, gentile e disponibile. Una tappa must se si vuole fuggire dal caos di Istanbul per una giornata di mare e relax