Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Heybeliada and Büyükada
Why we love it?
The Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour offers an immersive day trip to the serene Princes Islands, featuring stops at Heybeliada and Büyükada. Ideal for those seeking a blend of natural beauty and historical exploration, this 8-hour experience includes a guided tour that begins with a scenic boat ride under the iconic Galata Bridge and visits notable sites such as Topkapı Palace. Participants will enjoy a leisurely lunch, with the option of including water, making it suitable for families and solo travelers alike. The tour's distinctive aspect lies in its combination of vibrant city life with the tranquil charm of the islands, providing a unique perspective on Istanbul's diverse landscape.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Boat tickets
- Lunch with one water (if option selected)
- Guide Service
Exclusions
- Meals for ages 0–2
- Drinks on the boat
- Beach entrance fee for swimming in summer
- Electric Vehicle or Bcycle
- Personal expences
Itinerary
Step 1
Meet your guide at your central Istanbul hotel and travel by air-conditioned coach to Eminönü port for your full-day Princes' Island tour. Hop aboard your boat and cruise to the biggest and most popular Princes Island, Büyükada.
We'll go under Galata bridge
and the guide will tell you the history of the bridge.
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
Step 4
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
Step 5
When we leaved from Eminönü and reach the island of heybeli, you can explore the island in your 3 hour free time.
Step 6
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. Finally, rendezvous with your guide at predetermined time and board your return boat to Istanbul. Once back on land, head back to your hotel where your tour concludes.
Please Note
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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, AKSARAY, LALELİ, BEYAZIT, SULTANAHMET, SİRKECİ, TEPEBAŞI, ŞİŞHANE, TAKSİM, TALİMHANE. 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
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
