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From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes’ Islands Tour to Heybeliada and Buyukada with Transfers
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION8 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERFerry
TimelineMap
Start point
Hotel transfers
Passes By
Haydarpaşa Station & Kadıköy
Maiden’s Tower
1. Heybeliada
2. Buyukada Island
End point
Hotel transfers
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Full-day Princes’ Islands tour covering Büyükada and Heybeliada with round-trip transfers and an expert guide.
- Everything you get: Hotel pickup and drop-off, round-trip boat transfers, an English or Russian-speaking tour guide, and plenty of free time to explore each island.
- Why choose this: For the ease of transport to and from the Princes' Islands, teamed with exploring at yourown pace. When there, you can get local insights into the history of the islands, with plenty of time to go around and soak in the history of the islands on your own time.
- Upgrades: Make your tour even more seamless with a delicious Turkish lunch added to your experience.
Full-day Princes’ Islands tour covering Büyükada and Heybeliada with round-trip transfers and an expert guide.
- Everything you get: Hotel pickup and drop-off, round-trip boat transfers, an English or Russian-speaking tour guide, and plenty of free time to explore each island.
- Why choose this: For the ease of transport to and from the Princes' Islands, teamed with exploring at yourown pace. When there, you can get local insights into the history of the islands, with plenty of time to go around and soak in the history of the islands on your own time.
- Upgrades: Make your tour even more seamless with a delicious Turkish lunch added to your experience.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip boat transfers
- Full-day guided tour of Buyukada and Heybeliada islands
- Professional English or Russian-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)
- Lunch (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Beverages
- Bike rental on the islands
- Hotel pickup and drop-off is only available from hotels in central Istanbul locations.
- Arrive at the hotel lobby or pick-up point 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION9 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERFerry
Start point
Hotel transfers
1. Heybeliada
2. Buyukada Island
End point
Hotel transfers
Your ending point would be same as your start point
- Set sail from the serene shores of Golden Horn, on a private boat from Istanbul, and head towards Heybeliada, the first of 2 islands.
- An expert tour guide will accompany you, giving you deeper insight into the islands visited and their historic relevance to Istanbul.
- At Heybeliada, gasp at narrow (and relatively deserted) beaches, massive pine forests, and iconic 19th-century villas.
- Finally, visit Büyükada, the larger of the 2 islands, which is also the most crowded and popular (for good reason).
- Spot Ottoman-Victorian mansions, and learn about princes of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires who once relaxed on these islands.
- A 2-course luncheon will be served on the private boat, comprising of chicken Shish kebabs, cold appetizers, rice, and salad.
- Round-trip hotel transfers are available, provided your hotel is centrally located in Istanbul.
- Set sail from the serene shores of Golden Horn, on a private boat from Istanbul, and head towards Heybeliada, the first of 2 islands.
- An expert tour guide will accompany you, giving you deeper insight into the islands visited and their historic relevance to Istanbul.
- At Heybeliada, gasp at narrow (and relatively deserted) beaches, massive pine forests, and iconic 19th-century villas.
- Finally, visit Büyükada, the larger of the 2 islands, which is also the most crowded and popular (for good reason).
- Spot Ottoman-Victorian mansions, and learn about princes of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires who once relaxed on these islands.
- A 2-course luncheon will be served on the private boat, comprising of chicken Shish kebabs, cold appetizers, rice, and salad.
- Round-trip hotel transfers are available, provided your hotel is centrally located in Istanbul.
Inclusions
- Boat trip
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to islands
- 2-course open buffet lunch
- Hotel transfers (from the European side & centrally-located hotels only)
- Transportation in an air-conditioned bus
Exclusions
- Drinks at lunch
- Bike rental (optional)
- Electric Buggy ticket (available to purchase)
- Tips
- Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility and Guide Dog Accommodation.
- The hotel pickup and drop-off services are applicable for centrally-located hotels alone.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
MODE OF TRANSFERFerry
Start point
Turyol Eminonu
1. Buyukada Island
Sightseeing & Free time to explore
End point
Turyol Eminonu
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION8 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERFerry
Start point
Hotel transfers
Passes By
Haydarpaşa Station & Kadıköy
Maiden’s Tower
1. Heybeliada
2. Buyukada Island
End point
Hotel transfers
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Explore Büyükada at your own pace with round-trip ferry transfers from Istanbul.
- Everything you get: Round-trip ferry transfers to Büyükada with flexible departure and return times. Explore beaches, Ottoman-era mansions, Trotsky’s house ruins, St. George’s Church, and a 19th-century pharmacy at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Discover Büyükada at your pace with flexible ferry hours—easy on the wallet and rich in scenic views and sights.
- Upgrades: Guided tour of Büyükada & Heybeliada with lunch, hotel pickup & English/Russian guide, or skip the long ferry lines & listen to an audio guide.
Explore Büyükada at your own pace with round-trip ferry transfers from Istanbul.
- Everything you get: Round-trip ferry transfers to Büyükada with flexible departure and return times. Explore beaches, Ottoman-era mansions, Trotsky’s house ruins, St. George’s Church, and a 19th-century pharmacy at your own pace.
- Why choose this: Discover Büyükada at your pace with flexible ferry hours—easy on the wallet and rich in scenic views and sights.
- Upgrades: Guided tour of Büyükada & Heybeliada with lunch, hotel pickup & English/Russian guide, or skip the long ferry lines & listen to an audio guide.
Inclusions
- Round-trip ferry transfers from Istanbul to Büyükada
- Self-paced tour of Büyükada Island
- Audio guide in English, French, German, Russian, Italian, or Spanish (as per option selected)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off from Istanbul hotels to Princes’ Islands ferry pier (as per option selected)
- Full-day guided tour of Buyukada and Heybeliada islands (as per option selected)
- Professional English or Russian-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)
- Lunch (as per option selected)
- Fast-track entry for ferry boarding (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Beverages
- Carry your headphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
- Pets are not allowed on this experience.
- Ferry departure times from Eminou pier: 10:40am, 11:40am, and 12:40pm from Monday to Friday, and 10:40am, 11:40am, 12:40pm, and 1:40pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Return ferry departure times from Buyukada: 3pm, 4pm, and 5pm from Monday to Friday, and 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, and 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Explore Büyükada effortlessly on a guided e-bike adventure through car-free island roads, coastal paths, and historic neighborhoods.
- Everything you get: Ride a modern electric bike along Büyükada’s scenic coastline and quiet streets with an English-speaking local guide. Discover elegant historic mansions, pine-covered hills, hidden viewpoints, and charming island corners, with relaxed photo stops along the way. Enjoy fresh sea air, a laid-back pace suitable for all fitness levels, and complimentary coffee or tea during your ride.
- Why choose this: See more of Büyükada with less effort, combining comfort, local insights, and beautiful scenery for a fun, stress-free island experience.
Explore Büyükada effortlessly on a guided e-bike adventure through car-free island roads, coastal paths, and historic neighborhoods.
- Everything you get: Ride a modern electric bike along Büyükada’s scenic coastline and quiet streets with an English-speaking local guide. Discover elegant historic mansions, pine-covered hills, hidden viewpoints, and charming island corners, with relaxed photo stops along the way. Enjoy fresh sea air, a laid-back pace suitable for all fitness levels, and complimentary coffee or tea during your ride.
- Why choose this: See more of Büyükada with less effort, combining comfort, local insights, and beautiful scenery for a fun, stress-free island experience.
Inclusions
- Local tour guide (English speaking)
- Coffee and/or tea
- E-bike hiring
Exclusions
- Food and personal expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Private sea transportation
- Gratuities
What to bring
- Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
- This is a walking-heavy tour, so wear comfortable shoes and light clothing.
- The weather on the islands can shift quickly, so bring sun protection or a light jacket.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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