{"id":744,"date":"2017-06-20T15:34:18","date_gmt":"2017-06-20T14:34:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/savourturkey.com\/en\/?page_id=744"},"modified":"2017-06-20T15:37:22","modified_gmt":"2017-06-20T14:37:22","slug":"island-princess-cruise-buyukada","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/savourturkey.com\/en\/tours\/instanbul\/island-princess-cruise-buyukada\/","title":{"rendered":"Island Princess Cruise – B\u00fcy\u00fckada"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Just a short ferry ride from\u00a0 Istanbul we\u2019ll find the Princes\u2019 Islands, where we feel like we\u2019ve entered not just another town, but another world.<\/p>\n

The largest island is home to many wonders: extravagant Ottoman architecture, quiet Greek monasteries, and the crumbling mansion where Leon Trotsky was exiled.<\/p>\n

B\u00fcy\u00fckada \u201cbig island,\u201d served as a place of both exile and ecclesiastical living during the Byzantine period. In 569 CE, Byzantine Emperor Justin II constructed a palace and a monastery \u2014 the first of many monastic dwellings that would eventually serve as prisons for exiled emperors and empresses.<\/p>\n

Re-branded as a vacation hotspot during the Ottoman era, the island transformed into a lavish summer destination with notable appeal for Istanbul\u2019s Greek, Jewish, and Armenian communities. Many of the island\u2019s ornate manors and villas that still stand today, amidst flourishing gardens and leafy fig trees, were built during this period.<\/p>\n

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PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u00b4ll take the ferry in Istanbul.<\/strong>\u00a0 As we sail through the azure waters, we can enjoy a cup of tea as we watch the city\u2019s dramatic skyline fade into the distance.<\/p>\n

After docking at B\u00fcy\u00fckada we\u00b4ll see the town\u2019s main waterfront is lined with caf\u00e9s and fish restaurants.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Soon we will reach the clock tower in the center of the town square, which will lead us to fayton square, essentially the city\u2019s main taxi station. However, if you feel up for it, we recommend a walking tour<\/strong>, or even cycling<\/strong> (bicycles are available for rent).<\/p>\n

From here we can arrange for a fayton tour<\/strong> of the island.<\/p>\n

Exploring by fayton, by foot or by bicycle is an excellent way to take in the architectural richness and diversity of the island. There are a great many summer homes<\/strong> here, and while some are new and simply functional, there are also many beautiful old wooden houses<\/strong> with such elaborate decorations.<\/p>\n

B\u00fcy\u00fckada is also home to some 14 holy buildings<\/strong>, including several churches, mosques and one synagogue. The most famous of these is the Greek Orthodox Aya Yorgi<\/strong> (Saint George) Church and Monastery dating back to the sixth century.<\/p>\n

Walking through the wooded path through the windy pine trees,<\/strong> the island\u2019s otherworldly charm quickly engulfs you. We will even see many stray horses<\/strong> roaming through the woods, idly grazing on wild grass.<\/p>\n

Once we have made it back into the town we can take a wander through the various small shops. The best way to end the day is with a meal at one of the seafood restaurants<\/strong> that line the waterfront, as B\u00fcy\u00fckada is an excellent place to enjoy seafood.<\/p>\n

As the sun starts to set and we make our way back to the ferry.<\/p>\n

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Price:<\/strong>\u00a0upon request<\/p>\n

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Tour price includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Licensed tour guide to English speaking, return boat ticket, 45- minute fayton tour, lunch<\/p>\n

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For information and reservation contact us:<\/strong><\/p>\n

e-mail: info@savourturkey.com<\/p>\n

mobile: +420\u00a0603 520 697<\/p>\n

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