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Round Trip Ferry Tickets to Princes Island
- Your boarding point is at Kabatas Pier. There will be a Marine Officer there who will welcome you, give you the cruise plan, and brief you on your journey.
- Make your way to Büyükada, or 'Big Island,' an island that has no vehicles other than emergency transportation, bicycles, or carriages.
- Explore the ruins of Trotsky’s house, St. George’s Church, and a 19th-century pharmacy.
- Listen to the Bosphorus audio guide on your own smartphone, available in 10 languages.
- Audio Guide Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic, and Chinese.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Full Day Tour of Princes Island
- Set sail from the serene shores of Golden Horn, on a private boat from Istanbul, and head towards Kinaliada, the first of three islands.
- An expert tour guide will accompany you, giving you deeper insight into the islands visited and their historic relevance to Istanbul.
- As you reach Kinaliada, notice the numerous antenna towers that stand tall, along with Ottoman-Victorian summer villas.
- At Heybeliada next, gasp at narrow (and relatively deserted) beaches, massive pine forests, and iconic 19th-century villas.
- With no motor vehicle in sight, leave behind your metropolitan ways and glide through the island on a horse-drawn carriage.
- Finally, visit Büyükada, the largest of the three islands, which is also the most crowded and popular (for good reason).
- Spot Ottoman-Victorian mansions, and learn about princes of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires who once relaxed on these islands.
- A 2-course luncheon will be served on the private boat, comprising of chicken Shish kebabs, cold appetizers, rice, and salad.
- Round-trip hotel transfers are available, provided your hotel is centrally located in Istanbul.
- Ages 2yrs and below go free. Ages 3-7yrs enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.