Istanbul · PRINCES ISLANDS EXCURSIONS
Every trip here has one free morning too few. These 15 princes islands excursions tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back to the enjoyable part of planning.
Cruise from Istanbul to Heybeliada and Büyükada with scenic ferry time, guided stops, and lunch on board for great value.
“That tour was a great and unexpected surprise. The islands are charming and the historical houses make it even more interesting. Suleyman and crew/team were very nice and made the time at tha boat super fun. I recommend this tour to everyone.”
Istanbul to Büyükada and Kınalıada by boat for 7 hours, with lunch and time to explore Ottoman mansions and beaches.
“This was an amazing experience.Lunch was great, we visited 3 islands, staff was kind especially Dilek, she was extremely helpful and friendly.Definitely worth checking out!”
A budget-friendly Princes’ Islands cruise from Istanbul with lunch, music, and time on Büyükada and Kınalıada.
“Really nice trip! Definitely worth the money 2 islands were beautiful, lunch was good”
Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul: Galata Bridge views, Heybeliada and Büyükada time, plus Maiden’s Tower and Topkapı from the water.
“A scenic, well-planned journey, made exceptional by the helpful and welcoming organisers. The boat was comfortably uncrowded, departed and arrived on time, and was excellent value for money.”
Princes' Islands day trip from Istanbul with ferry, Büyükada electric car ride, included lunch, and a guided history walk.
“Not a bad way to spend time. Only thing is 4hrs on the sea ....... Apart that nice day to spend if you have time”
8-hour cruise to Büyükada and Heybeliada from Istanbul, Ottoman mansions, optional electric car ride, lunch and swim time.
“Everything was wonderful. It met our expectations. Our guide was very entertaining and kept us entertained. Lunch was normal. My family and I explored the island's beautiful nature.”
Guided Princess Islands day trip from Istanbul by boat, with guided sights, 1 hour on Heybeliada, and 3 hours on Büyükada.
“Great value for money trip . Guides were extremely helpful and informative both on and off the boat . The first Island on the stop was nice to just have a stroll along the front and enjoy refreshments in the sunshine . Only an hour on this island but was fine . On the 3 hour stop we rented bicycles and cycled around for an hour before getting some lunch in one of the many restaurants on the island . Some lovely little boutiques on this island selling dresses etc too. Long enough to explore a little . Overall an enjoyable day out .”
Istanbul day trip to Princes’ Islands with hotel transfers, lunch, ferry views past Topkapi and Maiden’s Tower, plus two car-free islands.
“This trip to the Princess Islands was a highlight for us on our trip to Turkey. The tour guide was friendly and well organised with lively music and refreshments available to purchase on the way there and back. The tour facilitates the visit and suggested cycling on the bigger island, which was a great idea, however there is no need to hire bicycles directly from the tour guide as prices on the island is much more affordable! It is not a trip with lots of information and history, but rather just making the trip to the islands and back effortless. It was wonderful to leave logistics and transport to someone…”
Guided Istanbul Princes Islands boat tour to Heybeliada and Buyukada with hotel transfer and buffet lunch, English-speaking staff.
“Average. They don’t pick up from all hotels in Istanbul. Me, my mother (50 years old) and my child (2 years old) were left behind at an island. 2 minutes late for pick up and they waved goodbye to us while we stood there not understanding what was going on or how to get home. Thankfully a gentleman helped us find our way back home.”
Istanbul Princes Islands day trip to Büyükada, Heybeliada, Kınalıada and Burgazada, with hotel pickup, ferry crossings, and guided views.
“Had a great experience visiting the islands. The guide didn’t just take us on a boat and drop us off. He took us up to the monastery an took us through it. Also on the big island took us around an explained things very well. Would definitely recommend him.”
Full-day ferry tour to Heybeli or Kinalı and Büyükada from Istanbul, with electric car sights, seasonal lunch, and Bosphorus views. 8 hours.
“My family and I joined the group tour. The guide provided us with useful information throughout the tour. The boat trip was wonderful, accompanied by beautiful music. We really enjoyed Büyükada. However, since we were a large family, we couldn't stray too far from the pier. Overall, everything was great. The wooden houses and small shops make it feel like a small town by the sea. We loved it.”
Princes’ Islands day trip from Istanbul with hotel pickup, round-trip ferry, lunch on Büyükada, and time to explore Heybeliada and Büyükada.
“The Prince’s Islands, themselves are really beautiful with white wooden houses with tiled roofs complementing the picturesque landscape which is why I gave the 3 star. But I am not happy with the tour. The lunch served was below average with only one chicken leg, measured white rice, little pasta and salad, no soft drinks also, only water. We had booked and paid for pick up and drop off from and to the hotel but after a whole day of touring, they just dropped us off at Taksim Square to find our way back to the hotel in that tired state which is truly not done!! They don’t give any…”
Guided day trip from Istanbul to Büyükada by boat, with lunch and horse carriage. Car-free island views, history stops, and sea time.
“Hardly any narration/guiding provided. Did not benefit by joining tour group. We were escorted to the ferry, then to carriage ride and that was essentially it. I feel like I could have done this myself.”
Private Princes' Islands tour from Istanbul with ferry time, Büyükada, tea and coffee, the Aya Yorgi climb, museums, and hotel pickup.
“There are actually 4 islands, make sure you ask which one you are going to because the biggest island is the furthest, 2 hours on a ferry which is not made clear on itinerary. The biggest island is the one with the church and orphanage in the itinerary. So on realising this when we got on the ferry, we opted for going to Island no2, smaller and quieter and is full of cats, if you are a cat lover, its brilliant. Guide gives you cat food too. Lovely walk up the hill to the top of the island has beautiful views. In all honesty it's the perfect spot for a…”
See the Marmara Sea by ferry and spend a half day on Büyükada, with a walking route past bay views and Victorian houses.
“Alles was goed verzorgd, alleen de rit ernaartoe was wat lang omdat wij als eerste werden opgehaald. Verder fantastisch verzorgd.”
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