Istanbul Princes' Islands Day Tour

Name: Istanbul Princes' Islands Day Tour
Start: 2026-03-22T08:00:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-03-22T15:00:00.000+03:00
Location: Istanbul

Escape the city on a day trip from Istanbul to the Prince Islands, known for their calm atmosphere and historic character. Cruise across the Marmara Sea and explore the islands’ contrasting landscapes, from pine-covered hills to quiet seaside streets.

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Set out on a day trip from Istanbul to the Prince Islands, a destination known for its peaceful pace, romantic setting, and distinctive island atmosphere.
The journey itself offers scenic views as you cross the Sea of Marmara, with panoramas of Istanbul gradually giving way to open water.

Heybeliada is a true green oasis and the second-largest island of the archipelago. Considered the greenest of the islands, it attracts visitors seeking fresh air, quiet walks, pine trees, and charming residential streets away from the city’s bustle.

Büyükada, the largest of the Prince Islands, is known for its strong sense of history. Wooden mansions, old villas, and tree-lined streets create an atmosphere where time seems to slow down.

Kınalıada is the closest island to Istanbul and one of the most intimate in feel. While it has less dense vegetation than the others, it offers wide panoramic views over the Marmara Sea and back toward the city, making it a quiet and visually open contrast to the larger islands.

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Guide

Self-guided activity

Departure: Pick up service

Duration: 7 hours

Private tour, group size up to 50 persons

Children allowed, up to 3 years old free

English, Deutsch, Italiano, Русский язык, Español, castellano, Türkçe, Français

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Meeting point

Sultanahmet, Laleli, Beyazit, Sirkeci, Eminenyu, Taksim, Beyoglu

Reviews by travellers

4.7 out of 5

1868 reviews

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Natalie T.

It was a good tour. Not tedious. Even more like just a transfer than an excursion. We saw the Princes' Islands and had a walk through them. Have a nice lunch.

about 1 month ago

Max

Good organization, beautiful views, in my opinion, not very well allocated time, the largest island needs more time. There was not enough information.

about 2 months ago

Tati

Everything was fine, I really liked it!

about 2 months ago

Svet

Thanks for the trip to the Princes' Islands! Everything went well and comfortably!

about 2 months ago

Guzel

An interesting trip for those who want to take a break from the noisy, vibrant Istanbul. The islands have a quiet, measured life, lots of seals and seagulls. Each island is interesting in its own way. We had 45-60 minutes to explore each island, which was quite enough. There were no problems with the transfer, they were picked up from the hotel on time, ferry crossing, and return. Guides accompanied each stage, explained, and answered questions. Overall, the tour is very good, but I would recommend it to those who have already seen almost everything in Istanbul.

about 2 months ago

Galina

Wonderful tour, very friendly staff. I liked everything.

2 months ago

Anzelika S.

A lot of interesting things were picked up and brought from the hotel. We saw 3 islands. Very beautiful. The team was great. We were entertained and fed on the ship. I RECOMMEND IT!

2 months ago

Oleo

There could be more information about the islands.

3 months ago

Alesya

I would like to note that this is not a full-fledged tour, but rather an organized transfer. We read the reviews and expected exactly this, so we were ready and satisfied. The road is very scenic, and every island is charming. I want to walk, explore the quiet streets and soak up the tranquility of the place itself. Many complained that they didn't give enough time on small islands, but in my opinion it was just the right time for a sightseeing tour. The lunch was simple, but satisfying enough.

3 months ago

Lili

Minus one thing, there was little time for walking on the first island (only an hour and a half). We need more time!!

3 months ago

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