Istanbul: Day Trip to the Princes' Islands
ID: GYG300647-524982
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Cruise over the Marmara Sea go to Princes' Islands, first visiting Heybeliada for a horse carriage tour and then Buyukada, to see its popular summer houses with beaches and pinewood scenery.
Only an hour’s ferry ride from the city center, the Princes’ Islands consist of 9 small islands that will transport you back in time and away from hectic city life. Spend a day exploring 2 of these islands, Heybeliada and Buyuk Ada, to gain insight into a multicultural society in modern Turkey, akin to the multicultural society that existed here during the Ottoman Empire.
Start with a cruise over the Marmara Sea to Heybeliada for a charming tour by horse-drawn carriage. Ride through the pine forests next to picturesque bays and past old villas.
Then, take a ferry over to the largest island, Buyuk Ada, and have lunch in a seaside restaurant. Spend the afternoon enjoying the cheerful local life near the village square. Admire the well preserved Victorian-era cottages that are covered in colorful flowers all summer.
Highlights
- Cruise on the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands
- Enjoy a short horse carriage tour past gorgeous bay views
- Explore the main square of Buyuk Ada and admire the Victorian buildings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Hotel pickup from Taksim, Besiktas, Beyoglu, Aksaray, Beyazit, Sultanahmet, Sirkeci.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
