Step back in time with a Princes’ Islands Tour, exploring historic landmarks and serene natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the Ottoman era and disconnect from city life on these charming islands.
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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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Topkapi Palace - 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 - 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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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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Kadir Has University - At the end of the tour, you can finally stop by the store for shopping.
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Kadir Has University - 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.
- Local guide
- Round-trip boat crossing
- Lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off depends on the Booking option
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traveling by Electric Car carriage
Princess Island Tour distinguishes itself with its special combination of historical significance, scenic allure, and enthralling activities. Commence this historic journey and find yourself swept into a bygone Ottoman epoch where these isles were once a sanctuary for exiled royal damsels. The tour provides an opportunity to investigate ancient architecture and significant sites, revealing an intriguing chronicle of days gone by.
What makes this tour especially unique is the chance to step away from the vibrant urban atmosphere and engulf yourself in the island’s tranquil environment. Navigating the quaint pathways, the clip-clop of horse-drawn carriages becomes your transport, infusing the outing with an element of bygone charm and romance. Each isle presents a unique persona and magnetism, making the exploration continuously stimulating and novel.
To top it off, the Princess Island Tour is filled with a variety of outdoor pursuits and picture-perfect vistas, perfect for those in pursuit of adventure.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
