The magnificent city of İstanbul has seven gorgeous islands which the tour will visit the largest one known as Büyük Ada (the grand island). In the morning after arrival to the island your guide will walk you trough the wooden houses and the traffic free streets of the island to experience laid back life style of the locals. After lunch time there will be free time to explore the island where you may add a electric car or rent a bike .
Tour Options
Cruise to the Princes' Islands
Itinerary
480 min
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city life, spend a day sailing, and visit the charming Princes’ Islands. Sit back, relax, and feel the Turkish air against your skin as you island-hop along the Sea of Marmara.
Also known as Adalar, the Princes’ Islands were once a solitary place for monks and a place of exile during the Byzantine era; they are now a popular destination for locals and tourists. Bicycles and horse-drawn carriages replace motorized vehicles on these oases of peace and quiet. There are a total of 9 islands making up the Adalar, but only 4 are open to the public.
Embark on your cruise along the deep blue waters of the Marmara Sea. As you head for the main island of Büyük Ada, stop at the smaller inhabited islands along the way to see their unique characteristics. Upon arrival at Büyük Ada, the largest and most famous among the Princes’ Islands, enjoy a short guided walking tour through the streets decorated with beautiful wooden houses.
Highlights
Boat Tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation from/to the Meeting Point.
Guided tour and Princes' Islands cruise.
What's included
Included
Boat Tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation from/to the Meeting Point.
Guided tour and Princes' Islands cruise.
Not included
Food & Beverages
Gratuities
Personal Expenses
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cruise to the Princes' Islands take?
Cruise to the Princes' Islands lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Cruise to the Princes' Islands cost?
Prices start at $142 per person for this Istanbul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Cruise to the Princes' Islands for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting Point: Hereke Halı (Hereke Carpets)
Meeting Point Coordinates (Latitude & Longitude): 41.010233027453424, 28.972806646594854. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cruise to the Princes' Islands offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(5)
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Emanhamido_I
November 16, 2021
A Beautiful Day In Buyukada 🌺
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 🙏
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SamerDaher
November 1, 2018
Could have done without
Our tour guide was punctual and helped us with the tickets back and forth to the island. He did some explaining of the history behind the islands as well.
He did a few things that didn’t add up for me. He left us alone on the boat most of the time both ways as he hooked up with a female tour guide. He left us alone at lunch as well - both of which are fine by the way.
What really was a shocker was two points:
1. that he had little knowledge of anything related to the islands beyond the history. When we asked about a shop that the horse carriages passed, he admitted to never having seen anything beyond the sea front.
2. that when we got off the boat, he told us to just go right and we will reach our hotel. We expected a dropoff as we got a pickup.
All in all, calm nice island. Cool horse carriage. Amazing views on the way there from the boat (see pictures).
We felt we could have done this on our own and the tour guide didn’t add much value to the tour.
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Scott B
October 9, 2017
The guide was very helpful and...
<p>The guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. Wonderful tour!</p>
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Safaa_C
September 15, 2016
Our tour guide, Ali, was very...
<p>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.</p>
