Princes' Islands · Regular
4.9/5Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour
A relaxed day at sea — sail from the Golden Horn past Istanbul's Historic Peninsula to Kınalıada and Büyükada, with free time on the car-free islands and lunch included.
Duration
Full day (09:30–16:30)
Group
Shared group, deluxe boat
From
From $20 per person
Region
Princes' Islands
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Overview
The Princes' Islands sit in the Sea of Marmara, an easy sail from the city and a world apart in feel — no cars, only bicycles and electric carts, grand 19th-century wooden mansions, pine woods, and quiet seafront cafés.
The day is spent aboard the deluxe Nila Bosphorus cruise boat: out from Cibali port on the Golden Horn, across the Marmara with panoramic views of the Historic Peninsula, then time ashore on two of the prettiest islands — Kınalıada and Büyükada — to walk, cycle, and take photographs before sailing back.
Highlights
- Panoramic views of Istanbul's Historic Peninsula from the water
- Time ashore on both Kınalıada and Büyükada
- Free time to walk, cycle, and take photos on the car-free islands
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Comfortable, spacious deluxe boat — good for families, couples, and solo travellers
- Lunch and round-trip hotel transfer included
Itinerary
Hotel pickup & 09:30 departure
Round-trip transfer from your hotel to Cibali port on the Golden Horn, boarding the deluxe Nila Bosphorus boat.
Across the Marmara
Sail out past the Historic Peninsula — Topkapı, Hagia Sophia, and the old sea walls — with the full skyline from the water.
Kınalıada
The nearest of the islands — time to step ashore, walk the seafront, and take in the quiet.
Büyükada
The largest island: free time to explore on foot or by bicycle, from the mansion-lined promenade toward the pine hills.
Lunch
Included — grilled chicken, rice, fresh salad, and baklava.
16:30 return to Cibali port
Sail back to the Golden Horn, with a transfer to your hotel.
Included
- + Round-trip hotel transfer
- + Full-day cruise aboard the deluxe Nila Bosphorus boat
- + Professional English-speaking guide
- + Lunch — grilled chicken, rice, fresh salad, and baklava
Not Included
- − Bicycle or electric-cart hire on the islands
- − Drinks beyond those served with lunch
- − Personal expenses
Good to Know
- Departure is at 09:30 from Cibali port; the boat returns by 16:30.
- The islands are car-free — bring comfortable walking shoes.
- Sun protection and a light layer for the sea breeze are recommended.
Regular
From $20 per person
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