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Highlights
- Visit two Princes' Islands on this guided day trip.
- Begin at the Golden Horn before sailing to Heybeliada.
- Learn about each site from an English-speaking guide.
- See beaches, forests, and villas on Heybeliada.
- End at Büyükada to learn about its historical princes.
- Eat a lunch with kebabs, appetizers, rice, and salad.
Your Experience
Leave the busy streets behind for a day of peace on the Princes' Islands. A private boat leaves the Golden Horn to take you across the water to Heybeliada Island.
Island Highlights
Heybeliada features narrow beaches, pine forests, and 19th-century villas without motor vehicles. You will then travel to Büyükada, the largest island, which showcases Ottoman-Victorian mansions and contemporary buildings.
Historical Sites and Lunch
Between islands, enjoy a lunch with chicken Shish kebabs, cold appetizers, rice, and salad. Visit landmarks like Aya Yorgi Church, Ayios Dimitrios Church, and Hamidiye Mosque to see Ottoman and Byzantine history.
Return Journey
A ferry returns you to Istanbul, where an air-conditioned bus takes you back to your hotel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Boat trip
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to islands
- 2-course open buffet lunch
- Hotel transfers (European side & central hotels)
- Air-conditioned bus transportation
- Drinks with lunch
- Bike rental
- Electric buggy ticket
- Gratuities
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Must Know
- Pickup available for European side and central hotels.
- Arrive by 9:30 am for daily departures.
- Includes boat, guide, entrance fees, and lunch.
- Stroller and guide dog access provided.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.
Meeting Point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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