FERRY ROUTES
The crossings worth booking.
The 6 most popular istanbul bosphorus & princes islands ferries. We break down the sailings worth booking - the crossing time, the fare, who runs the boat and what the trip is actually like once you are aboard.
Round-trip ferry from Eminönü to Büyükada on the Princes’ Islands. Smartphone tickets, optional audio guide, and a day at your pace.
Most Popular“journey was a little bit longer than Initially thought- almost 2hours. everything was easy and understandable. toilets are awful. tottaly worth the money, I was walking and saw almost all objects to 3 or 4 hours.”
Galata Tower viewpoints, Turkish Jewish history, and the colorful streets of Fener and Balat, with included ferry and transit.
“Fabulous tour with our guide Erol. Very knowledgable and provided us with a fun full day. Definitely a tour to take.”
See Galata Tower, Kamondo Stairs, the Iron Church, and the Balat-Fener neighborhoods, with ferry views along the Golden Horn.
“What a great day experiencing all different parts of Istanbul, our guide fantastic. We went round different neighbourhoods, went to the Tower and many more things. I think our name was Erol and he was fantastic”
A small-group walking tour linking Galata Tower, Fener and Balat, with ferry, tram, and bus. Expect great views and local stories.
“Errol was extremely knowledgeable, personable, flexible and fun during this walking tour. Modes of transportation included a tram and ferry. We learned many new facts and explored the back streets of the Asia portion with ease. Highly recommended.”
A 5-hour Golden Horn soap-opera sites tour by public ferry and cable car, with cathedral interiors, Balat photo stops, and views.
“Selin,my tour guide,was a great pleasure to meet.I had a fantastic day out”
Walk Galata to Balat in 4–6 hours with a ferry ride, churches, and sweet bazaar stops. Galata Tower entry is extra.
“We had a wonderful Galata, Fener, and Balat tour. Enru- our guide was extremely knowledgeable, very patient, and accommodating to our schedule. It made the experience relaxed and enjoyable. Highly recommended.”
From the Aegean to the Andaman, here is every crossing on the site.
