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Beyond Istanbul Princes' Islands Full Day Tour with lunch
Buyukada
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Skip the mainland chaos and experience the two best-kept secrets of the Sea of Marmara. This curated tour pairs the casual beach-town energy of Kınalıada with the grand, aristocratic elegance of Büyükada (Princes' Islands).
Two distinct islands. One seamless day trip.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch on board
Professional tour guide
Ferry tickets for island transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Electrical carriage or bicycle rental
Drinks on the ferry
Personal expenses
Personal travel insurance
Beyond Istanbul Princes' Islands Full Day Tour with lunch
Buyukada
About
Skip the mainland chaos and experience the two best-kept secrets of the Sea of Marmara. This curated tour pairs the casual beach-town energy of Kınalıada with the grand, aristocratic elegance of Büyükada (Princes' Islands).
Two distinct islands. One seamless day trip.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch on board
Professional tour guide
Ferry tickets for island transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Electrical carriage or bicycle rental
Drinks on the ferry
Personal expenses
Personal travel insurance
Itinerary
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Buyukada
Büyükada (literally meaning "Big Island" in Turkish) is the largest and most famous of the nine Princes' Islands located in the Sea of Marmara, just off the coast of Istanbul. Spanning roughly 5.4 square kilometers, it serves as a historic, car-free sanctuary that offers a stark contrast to the fast-paced energy of the city.
Historically a place of exile during the Byzantine era, it later evolved into a cosmopolitan summer resort during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It famously served as the home of exiled Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky between 1929 and 1933.
3 hours
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Kinaliada
Spanning only about 1.3 square kilometers, you can easily walk the entire perimeter of the island in about an hour. Like the other islands, motor vehicles are banned, making its narrow, hilly streets peaceful and pedestrian-friendly.
Because of its rocky shorelines, Kınalıada boasts some of the cleanest and clearest swimming waters closest to the city. Popular spots like Kumluk Beach, Ayazma Beach, and the quiet coves around Manastır Bay draw massive crowds of Istanbulites looking to swim during the hot summer months.