Istanbul
Princes Island Tour From Istanbul
Escape the vibrant energy of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing day on the tranquil Princes’ Islands, where charming streets, historic landmarks, and a slower pace of life offer a refreshing retreat from the city.
Your journey begins with a comfortable hotel pick-up before heading to the pier, where you will board a ferry for a scenic cruise across the Sea of Marmara. As you leave Istanbul’s skyline behind, enjoy beautiful views of the Bosphorus and the surrounding islands while making your way to Büyükada, the largest and most famous of the Princes’ Islands.
Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant before setting out to explore the island at your own pace. Stroll through its peaceful streets lined with elegant historic mansions, admire the island’s charming atmosphere, and experience a destination where nature and history exist in perfect harmony.
During your free time, you may choose to rent a bicycle or an electric vehicle to discover more of the island, relax at one of its beaches, browse local cafés and boutiques, or make your way to the historic Aya Yorgi Church, perched on the island’s highest hill and offering spectacular panoramic views of the Sea of Marmara.
With its picturesque scenery, fresh sea air, and relaxed island lifestyle, Büyükada provides the perfect escape from the fast pace of city life.
At the end of the afternoon, board the return ferry to Istanbul before enjoying a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, bringing your memorable island adventure to a close.
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Highlights
Itineraries
You will be picked up from your hotel by your guide and driver to begin the tour. Places to visit: Princes' Islands and Buyukada. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. You will have free time on Buyukada with various optional activities. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Princes' Islands: A group of nine islands located in the northeastern part of the Marmara Sea, off the southern coast of Istanbul’s Anatolian side. Buyukada: The largest of the Princes’ Islands. Its ancient name, Prinkipos, means "Prince" in Greek. Optional activities: After lunch, you can rent a bicycle, visit historic sites like Aya Yorgi Church, or relax at one of the island’s beaches.
Summaries
Day 1 Princes Island Tour
Questions
No, free-time activities such as renting a bicycle, beach access, or visiting the church are optional and extra.
Reviews
A great tour to escape the city crowd. Our guide gave great information about the island's history.
It was a very well-organized program from start to finish. We were picked up from the hotel on time and the transit to the island was smooth. Buyukada is already a charming place.
Having a guide added great value to the tour. Walking through the old streets of Buyukada and learning about its history was beautiful. The lunch was very delicious, and the free time was perfectly enough to explore or relax by the shore.
The island scenery and historic houses were very beautiful, and the lunch was not bad. However, be aware that activities during free time, like cycling or the beach, cost extra. Also, since we went on the weekend, the island was a bit crowded; those wanting peace might prefer weekdays.
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