Istanbul: Princess Islands with Lunch and Hotel Transfer

What a fantastic evening. The delicious food and lively atmosphere made for unforgettable fun. Our comfortable hotel pickup required brief waiting for other guests, but it was well worth it for such a seamless experience. Highly recommend this cruise.

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What an unforgettable family experience! Despite the gloomy weather, our energetic guides kept spirits high with singing and dancing. Their enthusiasm turned a simple tour into a joyful celebration - proof that great guides make all the difference. Highly recommend for families.

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This well organized tour made for a perfect day out. While the boat served delicious food and Princess Island was stunning, the second stop felt unnecessary. Still, a highly enjoyable experience overall with smooth logistics.

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Our family thoroughly enjoyed this well organized tour. The guides were exceptionally friendly and professional, making the experience truly memorable. A special thanks to Eric for his flawless handling of our reservation his attention to detail made everything seamless. Highly recommended.

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My spontaneous trip to the Princes’ Islands was unforgettable! Thanks to guide Karim’s honest advice when my original tour wasn’t available. The boat’s lively buffet, Sultan costume photos, and macaw encounters created magical memories. Though island time was brief, the cultural connections and DJ’s energy made it perfect. Will definitely repeat

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This cruise offered absolute perfection from the enchanting ambiance to the exceptionally attentive staff. Every detail was crafted for enjoyment, making it an experience I'll happily relive. Such warm hospitality and flawless execution deserve multiple visits.

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This excursion delivered exactly as promised punctual pickup, seamless transportation, and surprisingly excellent lunch quality. The flawless organization made for a stress free day. A rare tour that actually exceeds its description.

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This Princes Islands excursion was pure magic. The crew's warm hospitality made the journey unforgettable. From the scenic views to the impeccable service, every moment sparkled with joy. An absolute must do experience in Istanbul thank you for such beautiful memories.

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Eric from reservations provided exceptional service quick responses and perfect pickup arrangements. The tour itself was pure joy. The hilarious crew, stunning views, and surprise fashion show created nonstop laughter. Flawless teamwork made this my favorite Istanbul experience. Absolute recommendation.

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It was a nice trip. The staff was very kind and polite with us. The food was great and the atmosphere was very relaxing. The only bad thing is that it was foggy outside, and we couldn’t enjoy all the beautiful view of Istanbul. It was a pleasure to visit Buyukada becouse of its beautiful streets, where we took some time for serving the traditional turkish tea and some traditional sweets like Kunefe and San Sebastian cheescake.

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As a solo traveler, I was thoroughly impressed by this tour's warm hospitality. Ahmet from Guest Relations ensured seamless coordination, while Shakhzada went above and beyond as my personal guide and photographer. The boat's East West music blend, spacious comfort, and crew's attentive service created the perfect escape. Büyükada's summer kissed landscapes offered breathtaking photo spots an ideal retreat for nature lovers seeking serenity.

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This tour delivered exceptional value. Ahmet's outstanding organization ensured perfect crowd management and punctual transfers. The scenic island route offered breathtaking views both ways. For an affordable yet premium experience, this exceeded all expectations highly recommended.

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This tour delivered absolute excellence! From top-notch safety measures to endlessly entertaining activities, every aspect exceeded expectations. Such flawless execution and joyful atmosphere guarantees my return the highest recommendation for fellow travelers seeking both fun and security.

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This cruise was the ultimate solo traveler's dream equal parts adventure and relaxation. From the exquisite onboard dining to the unforgettable island exploration, every moment surpassed expectations. A flawless blend of discovery and comfort that creates lifelong memories. Absolute perfection.

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The tour was really nice, the weather was amazing and it was a very well spent day. we ate lunch on the boat between the first and the second island. The trip was smooth, and the experience overall was comfortable. I really loved that they came picked me up from my hotel and dropped me back off. Eric from the guest relations dept. was really helpful and managed everything to ensure our satisfaction.

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This well organized tour eliminated transport hassles with seamless ferry connections. While the crew's entertainment and Big Island visit around 2 hours were enjoyable, we'd suggest reallocating the Small Island's hour there instead. Still, a mostly fun and stress free experience overall.

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This Princes' Islands tour was absolute perfection. Ahmet's exceptional assistance made everything seamless from start to finish. Every moment from the scenic cruise to the island exploration exceeded expectations. We're already planning our next visit. A flawless 10/10 experience.

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Ahmet made our Princess Islands trip truly special a perfect escape from Istanbul's hustle. His excellent communication and organization ensured a seamless day. We loved every moment on the boat and islands. Highly recommend this beautiful getaway thanks to Ahmet's outstanding service.

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We had an excellent trip. The staff was professional and attentive. Everything was well organized, making the experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended.

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It was an amazing experience, a lifetime experience of bosphorus with Turkish cuisine, everything was well managed by the team of exertion go.

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It's great deal and princess island was relaxing and great. their teamwork is great as well. highly recommended to go with these hard working team.

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This tour was perfect a relaxing, comfortable experience on a spacious boat with good buffet meals. Seamless transfers and friendly, informative crew made it exceptional. Special thanks to Ahmet for his flawless end to end coordination. Highly recommended for a stress free getaway.

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Our Princes’ Islands trip was impeccably organized, with perfect timing. A small suggestion: confirming bicycle ability beforehand and offering paid transport alternatives would enhance accessibility. Still, a wonderful day out special thanks to Ahmet for his attentive coordination.

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Our tour exceeded expectations! Early pickup, smooth journey, delicious Eceabat lunch, then unforgettable ferry rides to Kilitbahir and Troy. Flawless organization from start to finish, with instant online support. Ahmet’s team delivered a perfect day absolutely recommend this brilliant experience.

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Our Princes' Islands trip was wonderfully organized with perfect timing. A small improvement would be confirming bicycle skills beforehand and offering alternative transport options. Still, a truly memorable experience thanks to Ahmet and the excellent crew highly recommended.

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The tour was amazing. The tour operator was very kind and humble. Picked up from the hotel and dropped. Would highly recommend.

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From hotel pickup to ferry drop-off, every moment was perfect! Breathtaking views, an energetic crew , and a stunning island made this cruise unforgettable. A truly memorable day out exceptional service from start to finish. Highly recommend.

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This cruise was absolutely delightful. The friendly staff, perfect island timing, and Ahmet's lively music selection created a magical atmosphere. The guides' entertaining dance show added special charm. A perfect blend of relaxation and fun highly recommend for a memorable day out.

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A wonderful cruise experience! The staff's warm hospitality and perfect island timing made it exceptional. Ahmet and the guides delighted us with great music and lively dances, creating a festive atmosphere. Highly recommend for a joyful and well organized outing.

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Our family had a wonderful time on this trip! Ahmet was exceptional his clear explanations and kindness made everything perfect. Thank you, Ahmet, for your outstanding service. We highly recommend this experience to all families.

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We loved every moment delicious food, great shopping, and refreshing swims. The boat lunch was excellent, and Ahmet's clear instructions ensured smooth transitions between activities. A perfectly organized day I'd enthusiastically recommend to friends.

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This tour was fantastic. Ahmet was an outstanding host, expertly coordinating all logistics with precision. His attention to detail made the experience seamless and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a perfectly organized excursion.

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This was a perfectly organized tour from hotel to island! Every detail was handled smoothly, making for an excellent experience. I'll definitely book with Ahmet's team again highly recommended for a stress free, enjoyable day out.

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This tour was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Ahmet and the guides were outstanding, the lunch delicious, and hotel transfers seamless. I can't recommend it enough a perfect blend of great service and memorable moments.

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This perfectly paced island tour delivered excellence at every turn seamless hotel transfers, a delicious lunch, and breathtaking sights culminating in magical dolphin sightings! Ahmet's team provided impeccable service throughout. An absolutely flawless day I'd repeat in a heartbeat.

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This perfectly paced island tour delivered excellence at every turn seamless hotel transfers, a delicious lunch, and breathtaking sights culminating in magical dolphin sightings! Ahmet's team provided impeccable service throughout. An absolutely flawless day I'd repeat in a heartbeat.

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This tour was exceptional! Ahmet was a perfect host, expertly coordinating all logistics with precision. His attention to detail made the experience seamless. I highly recommend this well organized excursion to everyone.

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A good value tour with straightforward guiding. While not historical, the lively ferry atmosphere compensated. Crowded islands and simple lunch didn't detract from the fun. Manage expectations, but worth it for the cheerful cruise experience.

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A perfect escape from Istanbul's bustle. The peaceful boat ride to Princes Island, charming cafe stops, and leisurely shopping made for an ideal day. Ahmet's team crafted a relaxing experience we absolutely loved highly recommend this delightful getaway.

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A flawless day trip. Punctual pickup, smooth transfer to port, and magical dolphin sightings en route to the islands. Perfect balance of exploration and relaxation, with stunning Istanbul skyline views on return. Ahmet's team delivered perfection.

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A perfectly organized day. Precise phone coordination, comfortable hotel pickup, and a charming wooden boat set the tone. Ahmet's kind guidance and the islands' tranquility made it magical. Though I wished to stay forever, the team ensured timely return with flawless program execution.

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My last minute Princess Island tour was flawless! Ahmet confirmed within an hour of my late night booking and provided constant updates. Our exceptional guide Kardelen ensured no one was left behind, patiently answering all questions. Seamless pickup drop off and included lunch made this farewell to Turkey unforgettable.

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This tour was perfection. Impeccable punctuality, seamless logistics, delicious meals, and Ahmet's expert guidance exceeded all expectations. Every detail was flawlessly executed the ultimate stress free island escape. Why look elsewhere when excellence is guaranteed.

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An exceptional tour with outstanding team. Ahmet provided perfect support while Kardelen delivered an unforgettable guided experience. For anyone seeking to discover Turkey's beauty, this comes with my highest recommendation professional, personal and packed with memorable moments.

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Our Princes' Islands tour was fantastic. Ahmet proved to be an exceptional guide knowledgeable, engaging, and full of local insights. I wholeheartedly recommend choosing him for an unforgettable exploration of these beautiful islands. A perfect 10/10 experience.

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An absolutely amazing experience that made our day perfect. Special thanks to Ahmet for his outstanding service and attention to detail. We're deeply grateful for this wonderful tour highly recommended for anyone visiting.

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This tour was absolutely wonderful. The island's beauty was breathtaking, and Ahmet from the agency provided exceptionally kind and helpful service. Every moment was perfect I can't recommend this experience enough.

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A superb experience we thoroughly enjoyed. Ahmet's exceptional service and the tour's flawless organization have us already planning our next visit. We enthusiastically recommend this to all travelers. Looking forward to exploring more of your excellent tour options soon.

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Ahmet provided excellent assistance throughout our tour! While the pickup had a slight delay, the overall experience was wonderful. His helpfulness and professionalism made the day truly enjoyable. Highly recommend this authentic Turkish experience.

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The Princes' Islands tour dazzled with breathtaking landscapes, historic charm, and flawless logistics perfect transfers, lively cruise music, and professional guides. While lunch could improve, Ahmet's outstanding coordination for both this and my Bursa trip made everything exceptional.

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The islands offered breathtaking views, and the boat ride was incredibly fun. Ahmet, our customer service representative, was exceptionally kind and helpful throughout. A perfect blend of natural beauty and outstanding service highly recommend this experience.

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Ahmet provided excellent assistance throughout our tour. While the pickup had a slight delay, the overall experience was wonderful. His helpfulness and professionalism made the day truly enjoyable. Highly recommend this authentic Turkish experience.

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While we missed expected sights on the second island, the excellent staff and delicious lunch compensated well. Ahmet's team maintained high standards throughout, making it a positive experience overall. Some itinerary clarity would make it perfect.

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A delightful island escape. Renting bikes is a must to fully enjoy the tranquil beauty. Ahmet and his team provided exceptional service throughout. Perfect blend of adventure and relaxation highly recommend for an authentic Turkish island experience.

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Despite Istanbul's notorious traffic causing a 25 minute pickup delay, this well-organized tour delivered a pleasant experience. The spacious boat allowed 2 relaxing hours to explore the first island perfect for biking, shopping and dining. Buffet lunch was decent, and the stunning second island deserved more than 50 minutes.

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Our expert guide Ahmet and skilled driver made navigating Istanbul's chaos look easy! The sunny ferry ride revealed the city's vast coastline. The islands' peaceful charm was perfection though we regretted not dining at the quaint portside fish restaurants instead of the ferry meal.

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While the scenic cruise had its charms, the lack of English guidance and mediocre food were disappointing. Ahmet's team could enhance the experience with multilingual staff and improved dining options to match the beautiful surroundings.

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A fantastic tour with seamless pick up and our helpful guide Ahmet. While lunch was average, the island's breathtaking natural beauty left us speechless. Highly recommended for those seeking stunning scenery and smooth organization.

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A good tour overall with Ahmet proving to be an excellent guide. While the boat's noise and condition could be improved, the experience was still enjoyable thanks to the stunning views and professional service.

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This well organized tour offered a perfect 3.5 hours to explore the stunning Princes' Islands, with Mete providing excellent guidance and a satisfying lunch. However, the unannounced clothing store stop with pushy sales tactics felt intrusive and commercial. The island experience itself was exceptional and highly recommended.

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While we missed seeing the cathedral and other expected sights on the second island, the overall experience was pleasant thanks to the excellent staff and quality lunch. The tour was well-organized, though clearer communication about the itinerary would have been appreciated.

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Our group's experience was mixed while the boat's atmosphere and food were excellent, the chaotic pickup and lack of guidance disappointed. Being the only ones not returned to our hotel capped a frustrating day, despite the islands' charm.

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A rather basic excursion just a ferry ride to the island with minimal organization. While we enjoyed a good lunch, the lack of activities or guidance left us wanting more structure to make the most of the visit.

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This experience fell far short of expectations. While the operator refunded my lunch after a packaging error, the tour had significant issues: unexpected pushy sales pitches, Russian language dominance despite booking an English tour, and no promised historical guidance. As a former tour guide myself, I found the organization lacking professionalism.

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This tour was a complete disappointment. The pickup was delayed by ninety minutes, and the boat we boarded was outdated and overcrowded. The first island we visited had no beach, even though swimming was part of the itinerary. The provided lunch was meager just a small portion of tomatoes, rice, pasta, a single chicken leg, and a glass of water, all eaten in a cramped area. Instead of the promised leather making demonstration, we were taken to a bazaar with a café and restaurant. The guide was unenthusiastic and gave short, dismissive answers to questions. Overall, a poorly organized experience.

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The tour began at 9:45 AM instead of the advertised 8:30 AM, making us arrive at the meeting point an hour and fifteen minutes too early. The lunch provided was inedible thankfully, we had snacks beforehand because we couldn’t stomach the meal. The organizers were disorganized and unreliable, especially with timing we only got 30 minutes on the second island, which felt completely unnecessary.

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We were instructed to arrive at 8:30 AM, but the boat didn't show up until 10:10 AM, leaving us waiting in the heat with no confirmation we were even at the right dock. A random passerby mentioned that the boat service was unreliable, sometimes not coming at all. When it finally arrived, the condition was barely acceptable. The whole operation was poorly managed, and I wouldn’t recommend it. When I raised my concerns, I was dismissively told it wasn’t their responsibility.

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The English speaking guide was difficult to understand. He quickly left the boat with a small group (including my wife, two kids, brother, and best friend), but we lost sight of them. After checking our phones and asking locals, we finally located the guide. When we asked what happened, he rudely snapped that with 300 passengers, it was our responsibility to keep up then awkwardly pressured us to follow him. The second stop allowed swimming, but only if we paid to access their tiny 4 meter private beach completely unreasonable. The boat itself had a decent atmosphere, but the food was clearly frozen. Unless you enjoy wasting money, avoid this tour.

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Absolutely terrible experience! The boat was overcrowded to the point of feeling unsafe, and we wasted a full hour waiting at our hotel just to be picked up. In the end, we didn’t even end up going on the boat trip what a complete disappointment! Save your money and avoid this poorly organized excursion.

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The onboard music was nice, but that's the only positive. The boat was filthy, and the islands weren't worth visiting unbearably hot with no air conditioning anywhere, including the sweltering boat. The so called "lunch" was inedible, tasting like spoiled food. This trip isn't worth your time, let alone the money they charge. Save yourself the hassle.

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The food was terrible. The loud music made conversation impossible. Worse still, the guides clearly favored the Indian and Arab groups and ignored the rest of us. None of the guides knew much about the places we were visiting. This tour was incredibly unprofessional. The agency should either replace these guides or conduct undercover inspections. They need to start taking care of ALL their guests immediately.

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The coordination was utterly chaotic. When we tried calling the organizers for clarification, they brushed us off and kept redirecting us between locations. After half an hour of confusion, we spotted what appeared to be the actual tour bus driving past presumably collecting other passengers to take them to the proper starting point. As for the tour itself, it was mediocre at best.The only positive aspect was the lunch service, which ran smoothly and was well managed.

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We expected much better given how much we paid for this pass. The lunch was shockingly bad it felt like we were being fed in a prison cafeteria. The food had absolutely no flavor whatsoever. To make matters worse, they didn't even provide basic drinks not a single glass of water was offered.The whole experience left us feeling like the operators only cared about squeezing every possible euro out of passengers, with no regard for quality or basic comforts. We definitely wouldn't recommend this to anyone looking for a pleasant experience.

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This boat excursion was a complete failure in every aspect. The vessel itself was unbearably uncomfortable I wouldn't rate it even 1 out of 10. While having items available for purchase onboard could be convenient, the prices were outrageous . The crew members were rude and aggressive, constantly shouting at passengers. The restroom facilities were disgusting The entire experience was dysfunctional .Save your money and avoid this disaster at all costs.

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I booked a transportation service, but unfortunately, no guide was provided as expected. Additionally, the driver failed to arrive for the scheduled pickup. I would appreciate assistance in processing a refund for this service. Thank you.

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The tour was supposed to start at 09:00, but I got a last minute update shifting it to 08:50. I arrived early at 08:45, yet we didn’t leave until 09:40 a 50 minute delay. We expected a small guided group, but instead, there were over 100 people left to explore the island alone. I had visited before in 2022 solo, and this time, paying extra for a "guided" experience felt like a waste. The loud boat music wasn’t mentioned beforehand, and winter was a bad time to visit the island lacked the vibrant summer atmosphere. The bikes were also poorly maintained. Disappointing overall.

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The trip itself was enjoyable, but the dining experience fell short. The food options didn’t meet my expectations, and the waitstaff were unfriendly they handled plates roughly without even a polite smile.The guide misled us I ended up with two faulty bikes, and even the replacement was broken.Disappointing, considering the otherwise nice outing.

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The tour felt rushed we didn't get to spend enough time exploring the islands as promised. The itinerary mentioned visiting Heybeliada, but we never went there at all. The boat served acceptable food, though nothing special just basic meals that were edible but not memorable. Overall, the experience didn't live up to what was advertised, leaving me disappointed with how little we actually got to see and do compared to what was promised.

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This trip had several disappointing aspects. First, I skipped the transfer service and tried finding the boat myself a mistake, as the provided address was incorrect, making it difficult to locate the departure point. Seating was another issue; good spots were limited, and latecomers were stuck with uncomfortable middle seats on small chairs. Dinner was the only highlight. Afterward, the guide took us to a second small island, but we only stayed an hour. Overall, the experience fell short of expectations.

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The main island is absolutely worth seeing, though I can't say the same for the smaller one it didn't leave much impression. Be warned, the "extras" pushed by the guides are either low quality or available for less money on shore. While the food quality was satisfying, the same can't be said for the organization the guides seemed completely unprepared. The worst part? The ship itself was in terrible condition old, poorly maintained, and frankly uncomfortable.

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This tour fell far short of expectations. The guide provided no proper explanations throughout the trip, and the food portions were disappointingly small. While advertised as an 8 hour excursion, we returned after just 6.5 hours. To make matters worse, the promised round trip transfers weren't honored . After such a subpar experience, I believe some form of compensation would be appropriate.

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The boat's engine noise was unbearable we couldn't hold a conversation during the entire ride. The meal service was disappointing with lukewarm food. Our stop at the second island felt rushed and insufficient. I was surprised to find only synthetic products for sale onboard, with no genuine leather goods as expected. The restroom facilities were particularly unsatisfactory, needing better maintenance and cleanliness.

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While the island itself had some charm, the overall experience didn't quite meet expectations. Between the rushed schedule, mediocre amenities, and lack of proper organization, what could have been a delightful day trip ended up feeling rather underwhelming. The beautiful scenery couldn't quite compensate for the tour's shortcomings.

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The tour guide provided absolutely no information during the trip not even basic details like the names of the islands we were visiting. For a paid excursion, I expected at least some historical context or interesting facts about the locations, but we received nothing. It felt like we were just being ferried from place to place without any purpose or explanation. Very disappointing for what was supposed to be a guided tour.

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