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8-Day Istanbul and Izmir Tour with Princes' Islands Cruise

8 Days Round trip from İstanbul Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Make visits to the gorgeous Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace
  • 02 Cruise across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands
  • 03 Stop at scenic Büyükada, known for its sandy beaches and pinewood scenery
  • 04 Shop at Istanbul's famous Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar
  • 05 Explore the popular city of Izmir on a sightseeing tour

Sign up for an exciting tour through Istanbul and Izmir and gain insight into Turkish culture and heritage as you visit the stunning Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, Grand Bazaar, and Spice Bazaar in Istanbul. Cruise across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands and stop at scenic Büyükada, a popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery. The journey also includes time to explore Izmir's highlights, along with a free day for shopping or optional tours.

Cruise across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands and stop at scenic Büyükada, a popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Istanbul, Izmir, Büyükada
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in İstanbul

  • Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

2
Day 02

Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar

  • Visit the world-renowned sites of the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, and Grand Bazaar.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

3
Day 03

Spice Bazaar Visit

  • Go to the Spice Bazaar shops to buy fruits, spices, vegetables, flowers, and fish.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

4
Day 04

Cruise to the Princes' Islands and Büyükada

  • Cruise across the Marmara Sea to the Princes' Islands.

  • Stop at Büyükada, the popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pinewood scenery.

  • In the evening, return to Istanbul and transfer to the hotel.

5
Day 05

Flight to Izmir

  • Transfer to Istanbul Airport and board a flight to Izmir.

  • Proceed to the Izmir hotel.

Dinner and overnight stay in Izmir.

6
Day 06

Izmir City Tour

  • Go on an Izmir city tour.

Overnight stay in Izmir.

7
Day 07

Free Day in Izmir

  • Enjoy a free day in Izmir for shopping or optional tours.

Overnight stay in Izmir.

8
Day 08

Departure from Izmir

  • After breakfast, transfer to Izmir Airport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from İstanbul 3 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Return flight ticket in economy class

  • 7 nights' accommodation

  • 4 nights at an Istanbul hotel on a bed and breakfast basis

  • 3 nights at Antalya Best Western Khan Hotel 4**** HB

  • All transportation in Turkey by A/C tour coach

  • Meals as stated in the itinerary

  • All entrance fees to the sites and museums mentioned in the above program

  • Comprehensive sightseeing as per the itinerary

  • English-speaking (Turkish) guide in Istanbul

What's Not Included

  • Flight tickets

  • Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
İstanbul, Turkey
Tour start
İstanbul, Turkey
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in İstanbul.

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