Escape to Princes' Islands

 

It is hard to believe that one would ever be willing to escape from Istanbul but the queen of all cities of the world is not a jealous lady, and she enables her lovers to take a short time off. One of the best places to spend this time is the Princes’ Islands, once a solitary place for monks and now a vivid summer attraction. The small cruise to Buyukada, the largest and most famous amongst the Princes’ Islands, has a short stopover at some of the smaller inhabited ones, so you have a chance to see the unique composition of each island before arriving at Buyukada. Upon arrival you will have a short guided walking tour through the streets decorated with beautiful wooden houses. Lunch is served in a local fish restaurant, with an awesome view of Istanbul’s shores. In the afternoon guests will have the opportunity to make their own way either by renting a bike, shopping around the local stores or renting a phaeton (a comfortable carriage pulled by two horses) around the island – motor vehicles are not allowed on the island. Languages English.