Princes' Islands Tour from Istanbul Lunch Included
Description
Princess Island Tour stands out from other tours with its unique blend of history, natural beauty, and captivating experiences. As you embark on this journey, you'll be transported back in time to the Ottoman era, where these islands once served as an exile for royal princesses. The tour allows you to explore the well-preserved architecture and historic landmarks, offering a glimpse into the fascinating past. Moreover, what truly sets this tour apart is the opportunity to disconnect from the bustling city life and immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of the islands. As you traverse the charming streets, horse-drawn carriages will be your mode of transportation, adding a touch of nostalgia and romanticism to the experience. Each island has its own distinct character and allure, ensuring that every moment of the tour feels fresh and exciting. Lastly, Princess Island Tour offers an abundance of outdoor activities and breathtaking landscapes, making it an adventure seeker's dream.
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Itinerary
Meet your guide at your hotel in central Istanbul and travel by air-conditioned bus to the port of Unkapani for your full-day tour of the Islands. Hop on your boat and set sail for Büyükada, the largest and most popular Prince Island, and Heybeli Island.
Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections
One of the most iconic images of Istanbul surely has to be the Kız Kulesi Üsküdar, known in English as Maiden's Tower, Tower of Leandros, Leander's Tower
Start with a cruise over the Marmara Sea to Heybeliada for a walking tour. Ride through the pine forests next to picturesque bays and past old villas.
Take a break at a restaurant for lunch and enjoy tasty seafood before your spend the remainder of your day on your own. After lunch, grab your swimsuit and head to the beach to swim or catch some rays. Or perhaps, duck into a coastal café or craft shop to check out the local scene.
End of Tour: Leather Shop Visit & Hotel Drop-off At the end of the tour, we will visit a high-quality leather shop where you can explore a variety of handcrafted leather products and enjoy a unique shopping experience. After the visit, we will comfortably transfer our guests back to their hotels.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Traveler pickup is offered. Pick up is included from hotels located in the Old City and Taksim areas. Please ask for availability for hotels located in other zones. Turkey Traveler pickup is offered FREE Pick-up & Drop-off service available from all hotels in central Istanbul. • FINDIKZADE • TOPKAPI → • LALELİ • BEYAZIT → • SULTANAHMET → • SİRKECİ → ŞİŞHANE→ • TAKSİM• TALİMHANE• • NİŞANTAŞI • ŞİŞLİ → → We will give you a pick-up time in the tour day. Please ask for pick-up possibility from other locations. There may be an extra charge for transportations from other locations. No pick-up or drop off service from the hotels on the Asian side of Istanbul Ports: Ahirkapi iskelesi Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(11)
We were picked up at the hotel with delay, but there was good communication via WhatsApp. The boat we had to sail with was nice and there was clean and nice on board. There was the opportunity to buy drinks and snacks. We had to visit 2 islands and the first island we had to be on for about 1.5 hours. It was very tourist touched and there were restaurants and shops everywhere. We had a little difficulty with what to see above (therefore 3 stars). It was cosy with the small streets, flowers and nice houses. But we expected something else. The other island we had to be on for 40 minutes, so we got a little walk around and saw nothing but restaurants and shops. It's a nice trip if you want to sail. But then you can just take the ferry over there and home yourself. The only thing you get in the price is a lunch that you can buy much better at one of the restaurants above. Lunch on board consisted of bulgur, chicken, maybe some lamb, potato boats, salad of grated cabbage, carrots and iceberg without dressing. A dry bowl without butter and no dip or sauce for the food. So no success with that lunch. We also did not know when lunch was, so we were in doubt whether we should eat over on the island or...
The island tour was pure serenity. We had an unforgettable day with fresh sea breeze a relaxing boat ride, and breathtaking natural scenery. Our guide was very informative and everything was organized professionally. There were plenty of scenic stops for great photos. A must-try experience for anyone looking to escape the city and connect with nature
Very mid leading description of tour. I was looking for tours in Calgary Canada area. This tour popped up. As I am unfamiliar with the area and thought the tour was in Calgary NOT Istanbul. Needless to say, we did not take the tour. Would like a refund..
Hello, how are you? I wish you had warned our friends during the tour, they would have done their best for you.
I had an incredible experience with this travel agency ! I visit two islands with the boat and I had lunch on the boat ! The islands are really beautiful they are green and without any cars
I was really disappointed in this trip. I was supposed to be picked up but they sent me directions to go to the ship myself. Due to this I didn’t even finish my trip with them. I decided once I hit the last island that I would take the ferry back to Besiktas instead of dealing with walking and riding the bus.
Nice trip with friendly crew. The two islands on the visit are beautiful and there is plenty of time to explore. The service to pick up and drop off at the hotel was also great.
It was really nice in both of the islands, in the first smaller one we took a tuktuk ride to the to and the views were mesmerising. The smaller island had a hop on hop off bus that you can only use with a turkish travel card. The weather was really nice also. Only downside the food was not great, small portion and overcooked make sure you bring your own snacks too but you can buy some on the ship also. We had loads of chai and drinks. They also had a personal photographer on board and costumes we took pictures in. And a pet parrot also, we could take pictures with and feed, Although they were really expensive to buy. Overall defo recommend
Pickup was scheduled for 8:30. Pickup happened at 9:45. The islands themselves were interesting. There was no guided tour - there was an English interpreter on the boat that translated what was said. The interpreter did help us to find the correct bus to take back to the hotel (or near hotel). The lunch was actually very good.
Our trip was excellent and absolutely worth it. Our only complaint was that the music on the way back was way too loud. Someone tried to turn it off, but it kept getting turned back on. This isn't a party boat. The lady who was sharing local information needs to slow down and use punctuation to take breaks. She was speaking too quickly; we had to resort to Googling for information.
The entertainment on the boat was great, and the food served was both plentiful and delicious. The pick-up and drop-off from the hotel were well-organized, making the experience even more enjoyable. The tour guide was friendly, helpful, and provided excellent explanations about the tour and the island. I had a fantastic time and thoroughly enjoyed this trip