Private Princes' Islands Tour
Overview
Leave the pace of the city behind and enjoy a private escape to the Princes’ Islands, where tranquil landscapes, island heritage, and authentic local tastes create the perfect day away from Istanbul.
Your experience begins with a comfortable hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic ferry crossing over the Marmara Sea. Along the way, relax with traditional Turkish tea and fresh simit while taking in sweeping sea views.
We focus our visit on Büyükada, the largest and most atmospheric of the islands. Stroll through its calm, car-free streets, sample island specialties, and, if you wish, enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee with a fun fortune-reading experience.
The day also includes time at a secluded stone cove — an ideal spot to unwind or swim in clear waters.
For guests seeking an elevated experience, private pick-up, drop-off, and exclusive sea transportation can be arranged upon request, ensuring a truly personalized and relaxed journey.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee We can even read your coffee fortune!
- Ship tickets
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- E bus round tour on the islands
- Local Tour Guide (English Speaking)
- Gratuities
- Private Sea Transportation
- Food Expenses
- Personal Expenses
Meeting and Pickup
We will contact you shortly after your reservation to discuss your pick-up time and other details. We kindly ask that you be ready at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time.
What To Expect
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Princes' Islands
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Buyukada
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dilburnu Tabiat Parki (pass by)
Aya Yorgi Church
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Buyukada Rum Yetimhanesi (pass by)
Adalar Museum
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
- Tea and coffee. We can even read your coffee fortune!.
- Ship tickets.
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- E bus round tour on the islands.
- Local Tour Guide (English Speaking).
- Gratuities.
- Private Sea Transportation.
- Food Expenses.
- Personal Expenses.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Princes' Islands Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Princes’ Islands Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeWe can even read your coffee fortune!
- Ship tickets
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- E bus round tour on the islands
- Local Tour Guide (English Speaking)
- Gratuities
- Private Sea Transportation
- Food Expenses
- Personal Expenses
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
