Princes’ Islands Private Tour
Private day trip to the car-free Princes’ Islands — ferry or private boat coordination, Büyükada horse-carriage or e-bike pacing, hotel pickup in Istanbul.
Key facts
- Tour type
- Private — your group only
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- From
- From $130 per person
- Region
- istanbul
- Includes
- Licensed guide, Private vehicle to/from ferry pier, Ferry tickets (or private boat when quoted), Island transport as agreed (phaeton or e-bike/walk)
- License
- TURSAB #14817
Operator: Turkey Travel Agency · TURSAB #14817 · +90 544 673 22 02
From $130 per person for private guiding — your group never shares the vehicle with strangers.
Who this is best for
- Cruise passengers
Sample Day Schedule
- 08:00
Private pickup from your hotel in Istanbul (or port meet-and-greet for cruise guests).
- 09:00
Guided visit: Büyükada car-free exploration — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 10:00
Guided visit: Sea crossing from the European or Asian shore — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 12:00
Guided visit: Optional Heybeliada add-on — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 13:00
Guided visit: Hotel pickup in Istanbul — licensed commentary and photo stops at your pace.
- 12:00
Lunch break at a local restaurant (meal not included unless stated in your quote).
- 15:00
Return transfer to your hotel, port or next stop in Istanbul.
Times are approximate and adjusted to your hotel location, season and pace preferences.
Highlights
- Büyükada car-free exploration
- Sea crossing from the European or Asian shore
- Optional Heybeliada add-on
- Hotel pickup in Istanbul
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Licensed guide
- Private vehicle to/from ferry pier
- Ferry tickets (or private boat when quoted)
- Island transport as agreed (phaeton or e-bike/walk)
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal meals unless stated
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Optional activities not listed in your quote
From $130 per person
8–9 hours
No payment required · Reply within 24h
About this Istanbul tour
Private day trip to the car-free Princes’ Islands — ferry or private boat coordination, Büyükada horse-carriage or e-bike pacing, hotel pickup in Istanbul. This is a fully private experience — your group travels alone with a licensed guide and dedicated vehicle, not a shared coach. Turkey Travel Agency (TURSAB #14817) has operated Istanbul tours since 2014 with hotel pickup, flexible pacing and English-speaking guides who skip generic scripts.
Who this tour is best for
Ideal for couples, families and small groups who want depth without a factory bus tour. History lovers appreciate licensed commentary at Büyükada car-free exploration, Sea crossing from the European or Asian shore, Optional Heybeliada add-on, Hotel pickup in Istanbul. Photographers benefit from stops timed for light and fewer crowds. If you are on a cruise calling at a nearby port, tell us your ship schedule — we build buffer time for return.
How your day is structured
Expect roughly 8–9 hours on the ground with licensed guide, private vehicle to/from ferry pier, ferry tickets (or private boat when quoted), island transport as agreed (phaeton or e-bike/walk). Morning starts with hotel pickup; touring focuses on Büyükada car-free exploration, Sea crossing from the European or Asian shore, Optional Heybeliada add-on, Hotel pickup in Istanbul at a pace you choose — linger at sites that interest you, skip lines where guides have relationships with site staff. Lunch can be a local restaurant recommendation or a quick break depending on your preference. We confirm exact timing in your written quote before payment.
Practical tips for Istanbul
Best months in the region: April–June, September–November. Plan 3–5 days in Istanbul if combining this tour with other sites. Wear comfortable shoes and carry water in summer. Entrance fees are paid separately unless noted. Combine with our Istanbul destination guide or explore multi-day packages from our Istanbul tour hub at /istanbul-tours.
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