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Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

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About this activity

Explore the peaceful Princes’ Islands on a full-day guided tour from Istanbul. Enjoy a scenic cruise across the Sea of Marmara, discover charming island streets, historic mansions, and beautiful seaside views while learning about the islands’ unique history and culture from your guide.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Guide Service
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Lunch with one water (if option selected)
    • Boat tickets

    Not included

    • Meals for ages 0–2
    • Drinks on the boat
    • Beach entrance fee for swimming in summer
    • Electric Vehicle or Bcycle
    • Personal expences

    Itinerary

    1. Viaport Marina

      Hotel Pickup & Transfer to the Boat

      Guests who select the transfer option will be picked up from their hotels or specified addresses between 08:00 and 09:15 and comfortably transferred to the departure port. Guests who book the tour without transfer service must arrive at the designated meeting point on their own before the departure time.

      2 hoursAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Boat Journey & Kınalıada Visit

      After meeting the guide at the port, board the boat and enjoy an approximately 1 hour and 20 minute cruise across the Sea of Marmara. During the journey, admire the beautiful views of Istanbul from the water. The first stop is Kınalıada (or occasionally another island depending on operational conditions), where guests will have free time to walk around and enjoy the peaceful island atmosphere.

      1 hourAdmission free

    3. Büyükada Visit & Free Time

      The tour then continues to Büyükada, the largest and most popular of the Princes’ Islands. Lunch will be served on the boat during the tour. After the guide provides important information about the island, guests will have approximately 2.5 to 3 hours of free time to explore the island, discover its historic streets and beautiful mansions, rent a bicycle or electric vehicle, relax at cafés, or swim during the summer season.

      3 hoursAdmission free

    4. Viaport Marina

      Return to Istanbul, Shopping Stop & Hotel Drop-Off

      After the free time on Büyükada, guests will meet the guide at the designated meeting point and board the boat back to Istanbul. Before the tour ends, there will be a short shopping stop. Guests with transfer service will then be dropped off at their hotels, while guests without transfer service may leave the tour at the port area independently.

      2 hoursAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    Our ship departs from across Kadir Has University. You can reach the port by using the T5 tram from Sirkeci and get off at the Cibali stop. Once at the meeting point, make your way towards the water and look for a boat named (MİLANA)

    The map shows Istanbul. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Pickup, or meet at the start point
    • 1763 hotels are served
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 30 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    Supplied by
    We Go Turkiye Travel
    Product code
    347091P3

    Customer reviews

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