Princes Islands Tour Istanbul – Full Day Island Escape from the City
About This Tour
Princes Islands Tour Istanbul is the perfect way to escape the crowds of the city and enjoy a relaxing full-day experience surrounded by nature, history, and the calm waters of the Sea of Marmara. This guided tour takes you to two of the most beautiful islands—Heybeliada and Büyükada—offering a unique combination of scenic boat cruises, cultural exploration, and leisure time.
Once used as a summer retreat by Byzantine princes, the Princes’ Islands are now famous for their fresh air, peaceful atmosphere, wooden Ottoman-era mansions, charming streets, and beautiful coastal views.
Tour Overview
The tour begins early in the morning with hotel pick-up services. The group heads to the port across from Kadir Has University, where the boat departs.
First Stop: Heybeliada
Enjoy a relaxing horse carriage ride, take stunning photos, and breathe in the fresh sea air.
Cruise to Büyükada & Lunch on Board
While cruising to Büyükada, enjoy a delicious lunch served on the boat, including one soft drink.
Free Time on Büyükada (2 Hours)
Visit beautiful beaches, explore historic churches and monasteries, walk through charming streets lined with wooden mansions, enjoy coffee or ice cream by the seaside.
Return to Istanbul & Shopping Stop
Return to Ahırkapı Pier, then a shopping stop near Sultanahmet Square. Transfers take you back to your hotels.
Highlights
- Cruise across Sea of Marmara
- Büyükada (Grand Island) – 2 hours free time
- Heybeliada – horse carriage ride and scenic views
- Lunch served on the boat with one soft drink
- Shopping stop at Sultanahmet Square
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Fatih region)
- Ferry/Boat tickets
- Professional English or Arabic-speaking guide
- Lunch with one soft drink on the boat
- Transportation with A/C vehicles
- TURSAB insurance
Not Included
- Additional drinks on the boat
- Beach entrance fees for swimming
- Optional gratuities
Meeting Point
Hotel pick-up from Fatih region (08:00–09:00), then departure from port across Kadir Has University
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
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