Daily Princes' Island Tour in Istanbul
Description
Escape the Hustle of Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Tour (Buyukada & Heybeliada) Enjoy a relaxing full-day escape to the peaceful, car-free Princes’ Islands. Start with Buyukada, the largest island, known for its pine forests and Ottoman-era mansions. You’ll have 3 hours of free time to walk the coastline, visit landmarks like Aya Yorgi Church or Splendid Palace Hotel, ride an electric car (optional), or enjoy fresh seafood at a local café. Continue to Heybeliada for a 1-hour visit, where you can stroll quiet streets, see the Naval High School, and admire historic wooden houses. Afterward, return to Istanbul by our ferry and transfer to your hotel.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning around 8 AM and transferred to the port with a minivan for your Istanbul Princes’ Islands Tour with a guide.
After meeting, transfer you to the ferry terminal where your boat departs at 9:45 AM for a scenic cruise to Buyukada,
Your first destination is Buyukada, the largest of the Princes’ Islands, known for its nostalgic atmosphere, pine forests, and beautifully preserved Ottoman-era wooden mansions. You’ll have approximately 3 hours of free time to explore at your own pace: Walk along the peaceful coastline Visit the historic Splendid Palace Hotel or Aya Yorgi Church (optional uphill walk) Enjoy a ride around the island in an electric car (optional, extra cost) Relax at a seaside café or taste fresh seafood in a local restaurant
After Buyukada, the ferry continues to Heybeliada, a smaller and less touristy island with its own charm. Spend around 1 hour on the island: Take a short stroll through the quiet streets See the Naval High School and charming old houses Visit a local pastry shop or enjoy the view from one of the cafés After your island visits, you will return by ferry to Istanbul and be transferred back to your hotel.
After the tour, we’ll take you back to your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be notified of the precise pickup time one day before the scheduled tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
We enjoyed the idyllic pace of this island walking around and taking pictures of the historic old & new buildings and not having to deal with traffic . On the way back on the boat our tour guides played party music for the guests to get up dance & enjoy themselves ,we all had a great time . Thank you !!
Very nice experience. Our guide was really good .. he helper us arranging a tuktuk whcih helped us spot some amazing spots ! Highly recommended!
