PRINCESS ISLANDS

If you feel the need to escape from the bustle of Istanbul for a day, nothing could be easier. You simply join us aboard a ferry bound for the charming Princes' Islands. Our destination is Buyukkada, the largest of the island chain, but we will pass by four other islands on the way. All are famous for their mild climates, lush vegetation and ornate Ottoman houses, and on all of them cars are banned. The preferred means of transportation is the charming horse-drawn carriage known as the phaeton, which we will use on our circular tour of Buyukada, passing elegant mansions draped in brilliant purple bougainvillea. You will feel as though you have stepped back into a more leisured and gracious age, almost expecting grand 19th century ladies and gentlemen to come strolling down to the waterfront on an afternoon promenade. Lunch will be at one of the many excellent traditional fish-restaurants on the waterfront, gazing across the water at the Asian shore of Istanbul, so close though it feels worlds away. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel.

30% discount for children below the age 7, free for the ages 0-2
CLOSED:
Haghia Sophia Museum on Monday, replaced with Kariye (St. Savior in Chora) Museum
Grand Bazaar on Sunday
Topkapi Palace on Tuesday, replaced with Kariye (St. Savior in Chora) Museum

Hotel pick up at the start of the tour
Hotel pick up and drop off for the Istanbul Classic Tour
Extra optional pre/post tour accommodation at cost price
Fully guided tour with the services of an experienced and qualified professional tour guide
Luxury non-smoking air-conditioned coach
On ground support and access to True Blue Tour Istanbul offices should you require any further assistance
All Admission Fees.
Lunch On Tours
V.A.T.

International flights from /to / Istanbul and travel insurance
Note – items marked as ‘optional' are not included in the price of the tour, but are available to you at low cost price.
Any other expenses not noted in the above included section or expenses of a personal
nature such as hotel extras (minibar, telephone/internet usage, laundry, etc)

€50.-