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Princes' Islands of Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkeyby Deren Koray Tourism

8 hours
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
Private tour
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: German, Arabic, Russian, Chinese (Taiwan), Greek, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Turkish, Dutch

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Overview

Cruise through the Marmara Sea to Princes' Islands by boat (PUBLIC). There will be a stop at Büyükada, a popular summer resort with pinewood scenery and wooden mansions. Büyükada was once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes. In 569 AD, Byzantine Emperor Justin II had a palace and monestary built on the island. Also here you will see a convent, which was a place of excile for Byzantine empresses. Other buildings of note are the Agia Yorgi Church and Monestary (dating back to the 6th Century), the Agios Dimitrios Church, and the Hamidiye Mosque. Büyükada was also popular among prosperous Turks, Greeks, Jews, and Armenians during the first half of the 20th century. You wıll travel around the island by horse-drawn carriage before lunch at a fish restaurant. During the tour Topkapi Palace, Leander's Tower, and the Üsküdar District can be seen in the distance. You will return to İstanbul in the evening and transfer to your hotel. NB. PUBLIC boats will be used for the journeys

What's included

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees

Gratuities
Lunch

Itinerary

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Princes' Islands
5 hours
Cruise through the Marmara Sea to Princes' Islands by boat. There will be a stop at Büyükada, a popular summer resort with pinewood scenery and wooden mansions. Büyükada was once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes. In 569 AD, Byzantine Emperor Justin II had a palace and monastery built on the island. Also here you will see a convent, which was a place of excile for Byzantine empresses. Other buildings of note are the Agia Yorgi Church and Monastery (dating back to the 6th Century), the Agios Dimitrios Church, and the Hamidiye Mosque. Büyükada was also popular among prosperous Turks, Greeks, Jews, and Armenians during the first half of the 20th century. You wıll travel around the island by newly launched e-carriages before lunch at a fish restaurant. During the tour Topkapi Palace, Leander's Tower, and the Üsküdar District can be seen in the distance. You will return to İstanbul in the evening and transfer to your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

- Hand sanitizers and masks will be available for the best hygiene practice. - Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time and let the lobby staff know that you are expecting a tour guide. - Comfortable shoes are advised - Wheelchair users must inform our agent whether guest(s) is/are fully dependent on the chair or partly able to walk or move. - Cruise port pickups from Yenikapi Port and Topkapi International Cruise Port are included in the tour price. - Airport picks up and transfers are also available at extra charge. Please contact us for further information.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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