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Swap Istanbul's crowded streets for a boat, a seaside lunch and two slow islands. This full-day Princes' Islands tour visits Kınalıada and Büyükada, combining onboard dining with afternoon beach and village time.
Swap Istanbul's crowded streets for a boat, a seaside lunch and two slow islands. This full-day Princes' Islands tour visits Kınalıada and Büyükada, combining onboard dining with afternoon beach and village time.
You step off the coach at Ahırkapi pier and the city noise thins into gull calls and the slap of waves against the hull. The boat slips into the Sea of Marmara, the skyline of Istanbul shrinking into a silhouette of domes and minarets while the islands ahead unspool in green and sunlit shorelines.
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Operated by Emir Tour · Istanbul, Istanbul
You step off the coach at Ahırkapi pier and the city noise thins into gull calls and the slap of waves against the hull. The boat slips into the Sea of Marmara, the skyline of Istanbul shrinking into a silhouette of domes and minarets while the islands ahead unspool in green and sunlit shorelines.
The Princes' Islands have long been a place of retreat—Byzantine monasteries and Ottoman summer houses left a patchwork of wooden mansions and narrow lanes where motor vehicles are still largely banned. Geologically the islands are low, forested hills of sedimentary rock and clay formed by uplift and long coastal processes; they host pine stands, coastal scrub, and small pebble beaches that invite swims. Local culture is slow-paced: bicycles and horse-drawn carriages (and their modern alternatives) define how people move, and small waterfront cafés serve fresh fish and Turkish tea.
On this full-day boat tour you’ll visit Kınalıada and Büyükada, anchor offshore for lunch served aboard, then take free time ashore to walk seaside promenades, climb to viewpoints like Aya Yorgi Hill, or dip into clear bays. Expect easy walking, a gentle salt breeze that pushes you along, and opportunities to shop leather and crafts before the return trip.
Practical notes: bring sun protection, a light wind layer for the crossing, swimwear if you plan to swim, and cash for small purchases. Hotel pickup and round-trip boat crossing are included; the day runs about 7–8 hours. Arrive with comfortable shoes and a curious, patient pace—these islands reward slow exploration.
Yes—lunch is served onboard while the boat is anchored in the Marmara Sea and is included in the tour price.
Yes—after lunch there is free time, and guests often use it to swim at Büyükada’s beaches or nearby sheltered bays.
Yes—hotel pickup and drop-off in central Istanbul are included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
There are restrooms on the boat; on the islands you’ll find public and café restrooms but availability can be limited during peak times.
Emir Tour operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the coach at Ahırkapi pier and the city noise thins into gull calls and the slap of waves against the hull. The boat slips into the Sea of Marmara, the skyline of Istanbul shrinking into a silhouette of domes and minarets while the islands ahead unspool in green and sunlit shorelines.
You step off the coach at Ahırkapi pier and the city noise thins into gull calls and the slap of waves against the hull. The boat slips into the Sea of Marmara, the skyline of Istanbul shrinking into a silhouette of domes and minarets while the islands ahead unspool in green and sunlit shorelines.
The Princes' Islands have long been a place of retreat—Byzantine monasteries and Ottoman summer houses left a patchwork of wooden mansions and narrow lanes where motor vehicles are still largely banned. Geologically the islands are low, forested hills of sedimentary rock and clay formed by uplift and long coastal processes; they host pine stands, coastal scrub, and small pebble beaches that invite swims. Local culture is slow-paced: bicycles and horse-drawn carriages (and their modern alternatives) define how people move, and small waterfront cafés serve fresh fish and Turkish tea.
On this full-day boat tour you’ll visit Kınalıada and Büyükada, anchor offshore for lunch served aboard, then take free time ashore to walk seaside promenades, climb to viewpoints like Aya Yorgi Hill, or dip into clear bays. Expect easy walking, a gentle salt breeze that pushes you along, and opportunities to shop leather and crafts before the return trip.
Practical notes: bring sun protection, a light wind layer for the crossing, swimwear if you plan to swim, and cash for small purchases. Hotel pickup and round-trip boat crossing are included; the day runs about 7–8 hours. Arrive with comfortable shoes and a curious, patient pace—these islands reward slow exploration.