There are 9 islands on the city of Marmara close to the city of Istanbul. These islands are called Princes’ Islands, because in the old days the princes used to be exiled in these islands. Four of these nine islands are inhabited. There are mostly the summer houses of the inhabitants of Istanbul. These islands are called Kinaliada, Burgazada, Heybeliada and Buyukada. To drive cars, trucks or motorcycles are banded on the islands. The only vehicles that are used are either bicycles or horse carts
Princes Islands Cruise in Marmara Sea To Princes Islands retreats for the Byzantine princes who are famous for their beautiful pine woods and beaches. The largest and most enjoyable of the islands is Buyukada. There you can enjoy a ride in a horsedrawn carriage among the pine trees after relaxing on the beaches in the numerous coves of its coast. Evening return to Istanbul and transfer to hotels
