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Escape the busy streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing full-day cruise to the beautiful Princes’ Islands. This enjoyable boat tour offers stunning panoramic views of Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula as you sail across the Marmara Sea.
During the tour, you will visit Kınalıada and Büyükada, two of the most charming islands in the archipelago. Discover peaceful island life, elegant wooden mansions, pine-lined streets, and scenic seaside views. You will have free time on the islands to walk, explore, take photos, or relax at local cafés.
A delicious lunch is served during the tour, featuring grilled chicken, rice (pilav), fresh salad, and traditional Turkish dessert baklava.
With a comfortable and spacious boat, professional English-speaking guidance, and hotel transfers included, this tour is the perfect way to experience nature, history, and relaxation all in one day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up is available only from hotels located in the following areas:
Istanbul City Center Hotels, Sultanahmet, Aksaray, Laleli, Grand Bazaar, Sirkeci, Karakoy, Taksim, Beyoglu, Fatih, Eminonu, Cankurtaran, Sisli, Kadırga, Kumkapi, Beyazit.
Please note:
Pick-up service is not available from the Asian (Anatolian) side of Istanbul.
Guests staying on the Asian side are kindly requested to meet at a designated meeting point in the European side city center.
Make sure to be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
The exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.
Our tour boat departs from Cibali, Fatih / Istanbul. Please be at the meeting point at 09:00 AM. Go to the pier area along the Golden Horn (Haliç) waterfront in Cibali. Our guide or staff will be waiting for you at this location.
Itinerary
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1Cibali
Board the spacious and comfortable cruise boat at Cibali Pier along the Golden Horn. Meet the guide and enjoy a smooth departure toward the Princes’ Islands.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2
Enjoy a scenic boat cruise across the Marmara Sea with panoramic views of Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula, waterfront landmarks, and city skyline.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Kinaliada
First stop at Kınalıada, the closest island to Istanbul. Enjoy free time to walk along the seaside, explore the island atmosphere, and take photos.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Princes' Islands
Visit Büyükada, the largest and most popular Princes’ Island. Discover elegant wooden mansions, peaceful streets, and beautiful coastal views. Free time for walking, sightseeing, shopping, or relaxing at local cafés.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Princess Island
Lunch on the Boat / Island Restaurant Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch including grilled chicken, rice (pilav), fresh salad, and traditional Turkish dessert baklava.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Istanbul
Relax on the return boat cruise to Istanbul while enjoying sea views and fresh air after a peaceful island day.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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