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Princes’ Islands Day Trip with Lunch and Transit from Istanbul

74 Reviews 3.77 out of 5 stars Based on 74 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Istanbul, Turkey
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On average, this is booked 32 (0) days in advance.

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Enjoy a relaxing, luxury-minded guided tour to Prince’s Island, the largest islet on the Sea of Marmara. Bask in the bucolic, car-free setting, traveling by Electric Car carriage. Tours include a ferry cruise on a ship and a lunch packed with fresh, seasonal specialties. You’ll also enjoy free time to swim on the Island and shop for souvenirs, or admire the Ottoman mansions. Full-day trip from Istanbul to Büyükada by boat Marvel at top Istanbul sights like Topkapi Palace and Kiz Kulesi Spend time at leisure on the largest of the Princes’ Islands and embrace laid-back island life Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned coach included.

What's Included

  • Round-trip boat crossing
  • Admission/Admission - Unkapani Pier
  • Lunch
  • Traveling by Electric Car carriage
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Meeting and Pickup

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Included with the option “Princes' Islands Tour from Istanbul Lunch Included”.

Pickup details

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: Cibali-Kadir Has Üniversitesi, Cibali, 34083 Fatih/İstanbulHotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.

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For the option “No transfer, lunch included”.

Cibali
34083 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Kadir Has University

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.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

TopkapI Palace (pass by)

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
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KIz Kulesi (pass by)

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
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Heybeliada

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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Buyukada

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.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Kadir Has University

At the end of the tour, you can finally stop by the store for shopping.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kadir Has University

End of Tour: Leather Shop Visit & Hotel Drop-offAt 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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Princes’ Islands Day Trip with Lunch and Transit from Istanbul?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 3.77 out of 5 stars based on 74 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Round-trip boat crossing
  • Admission/Admission - Unkapani Pier
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off depends on the Booking option.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local guide
  • Traveling by Electric Car carriage

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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