Boat Tours

Princes' Islands Boat Tour with Lunch to Burgazada and Büyükada

Hop aboard a Princes' Islands boat tour with lunch, DJ music, a cruise past the Maiden's Tower and free time on both Burgazada and Büyükada.

  • 7 hours · starts 10:30 AM We confirm your pickup time the day before.
  • English, Turkish Guide languages
  • Free cancellation Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Confirmed by the operator Usually within a few hours.
  • Book Now! Pay Later Pay on the day of your tour.

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Starting From
£12.62 £14.84 Per Person

Prices in GBP. Taxes included, no booking fee.

Date

November 2026

Next available: Nov 6, 2026

Greyed dates are not available

Passengers

  • Adults 12+ £12.62
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  • Children 6-11 £12.62
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  • Babies 0-5 Free
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Nothing to pay now — you can pay on the day.

  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Confirmed by the operator

Highlights

  • Cruise around the Maiden's Tower
  • DJ music on the sail across the Marmara
  • One hour of free time on Burgazada
  • Lunch served on board
  • Two hours to explore Büyükada

What's included

Included

  • Included: Return hotel transfer
  • Included: Boat cruise to Burgazada and Büyükada
  • Included: Lunch served on board
  • Included: DJ music on board

Not Included

  • Not Included: Drinks
  • Not Included: Bicycle rental
  • Not Included: Electric vehicle rides
  • Not Included: Beach and site entrance fees
  • Not Included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Hotel Pickup

    You are collected from your hotel before the cruise and the time is confirmed after booking.

  2. Start Activity (10:30)

    The tour begins at the listed start time while hotel pickup happens earlier and is confirmed after your reservation.

  3. Maiden's Tower Cruise

      Key stop 40 minutes
    • Photo stop

    Circle the famous tower for close-up photos.

  4. DJ Cruise to Burgazada

      50 minutes

    Enjoy music on deck as you sail across the Marmara.

  5. Burgazada Free Time

      1 hour
    • Walk by

    Explore the quiet island for about an hour.

  6. Lunch on Board

      50 minutes

    Lunch is served before arriving at Büyükada.

    Entrance fee included

  7. Büyükada Free Time

      Key stop 2 hours
    • Visit

    Cycle swim or explore the largest island at your leisure.

  8. Return Cruise

      1 hour 40 minutes

    Sail back to the Istanbul pier.

  9. End Activity (17:30)

    This is the time the activity ends and your return transfer follows with drop-off time depending on traffic and your hotel location.

  10. Hotel Drop-off

    You are taken back to your hotel.

The order of the stops and the times may vary throughout the day.

About this activity

Hop aboard a Princes' Islands boat tour with lunch, DJ music, a cruise past the Maiden's Tower and free time on both Burgazada and Büyükada.

Princes' Islands Boat Tour with Lunch

A string of car-free islands floats in the Sea of Marmara just off Istanbul. This daily cruise runs from 10:30 to 17:30 and combines music on deck a lunch served on board and free time on two very different islands.

Saluting the Maiden's Tower

The boat begins with a loop around the Maiden's Tower giving you a close look at one of the most recognisable silhouettes in the city.

Beats on the Marmara Breeze

A DJ sets the mood as the skyline fades behind you and the islands appear on the horizon.

Burgazada at a Slower Tempo

The first stop is Burgazada where you have about an hour to wander quiet lanes lined with old wooden houses and seaside cafés.

A Plate Served Between Islands

Back on board lunch is offered before the boat continues to Büyükada.

Two Free Hours on Büyükada

The largest island gives you two hours to explore as you please. Rent a bicycle visit historic sites settle into a café or take a swim in the warm months.

Sailing Back to the City

The return cruise brings you back to Istanbul as the afternoon softens. The activity ends at 17:30 and the transfer to your hotel follows.

Good to know

  • Hotel pickup is earlier than the 10:30 start and confirmed after your booking
  • Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim in summer
  • Carry cash for bicycle rental and island cafés
  • Sunscreen and a hat help on the open deck
  • Wear comfortable shoes for hilly island streets
  • Age policy: Adults 12+, children 6-11, infants 0-5.

Frequently Asked Questions

10:30 is the activity start and not the pickup time. Your exact pickup time is confirmed after booking and depends on your hotel location.

Yes. Lunch is served on board before the boat reaches Büyükada.

No. Drinks are available to buy separately.

Yes. Swimming is possible on Büyükada in the warm season and some beaches charge an entry fee.

Yes. It operates daily from 10:30 to 17:30.

Same tour, other providers

The same tour, run by different local operators. Compare what changes with each — price, rating, length and what is included.

Same tour, other providers
TourProviderPrice from, per personRatingDurationHotel pickupPay on the dayFree cancellation
This tour Princes' Islands Boat Tour with Lunch to Burgazada and Büyükada—£12.62No Reviews7 hoursNot includedAvailableUp to 24h before
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show and TransferRoyal Line Tourism£22.53No Reviews3 hoursNot includedAvailableUp to 24h before
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