Princes' Islands Buyukada - ISTANBUL, Turkey

Büyükada is the largest of the Princes' Islands 9 islands. It's also the most popular. We took a day trip out to the island while in Istanbul and explored it by walking and cycling all around.

⭐ BUYUKADA ISLAND TRAVEL TIPS ⭐

▸ There are numerous bike rental shops on the island. We recommend checking your brakes before zipping off with your bike as it is a hilly island. Peter's brakes squeaked a fair bit on our downhill rides but at least they worked!

▸ If you're required to put a deposit for your bike rental, have the store note down what you deposited on their ledger so it doesn't conveniently get forgotten when you return your bike.

▸ Aya Yorgi Church is a pilgrimage point in Turkey and there are 2 religious days in the year to avoid massive crowds which is April 23rd and September 24th.

▸ There are multiple ferry rides to and from Buyukada, be sure to check the ferry times beforehand so you don't miss the boat back.

#büyükada #princesislands #istanbul #turkey #türkiye

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VLOG DATE: 26 May 2022
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[ktang]

I came across your videos in lockdown and since then I had watched from the beginning of your travel vlogs to this one. I gotta say I love your content and info in your videos. It have given me ideas on what to do at different destinations. I recommended to my friends of your current Turkey vlogs as they are looking to travel to Turkey too and now they are channeling in to your videos every week. Keep up the amazing work and I look forward to your videos every sunday ;)

[mariaandbryan]

Absolutely in love with the scene you use to open this video. It shows the Turkish spirit that we love so much!!

[LifetimeTravelmates]

Oh love that you guys used the music from the musicians at the intro! It gives a very authentic vibe into it. 👍

[FoodandFootprints]

This brought back great memories from our visit last year!! Thanks for the shout-out - glad you checked out that ice cream shop too

[rlim]

Cycling around the peaceful island must be a great experience. Excellent video, guys. 😊

[nikkilogan]

Love your Turkey vlogs!! 🇹🇷
Take care Peter & Yen 😎✨

[davidbeazley]

Loving the videos guys, awesome to see Peter repping the jandals 🙂

[Alan-hwbz]

Keep going guys! I really Love watching your adventures.

[raywayski]

As usual, a great, enjoyable and informative vlog! I especially liked the closeups of the seagulls!

[AnkleSnapper]

I am travelling from Australia to Turkey in May, so thank you for this casual and informative presentation. Biking looks the way to go for a nice day out of the bustle of the city.

[places-travelvideosk]

what a nice island thank you for the video 😍

[mariaandbryan]

The mezes are our favorite during the hotter months. We like small plates with seafood options, veggies, or sauces. Oh and Hamsi tava, I go crazy with those.
You guys are brave getting those cute bikes in a super hilly town hahaha
The views are indeed astonishing!
Have you guys tried Gozleme yet? You have to try it in Fethiye since you are in the area.

Wow! The largest? Wow! It looks majestic indeed. What a gem!
Greg and Jumi's video was awesome too!
I do bite my ice cream too, Lieles says I am crazy hahaha, so I guess we all are. 🤣🤣

[ouradventerousdays]

Icecream, I never say no for that 😋. This Island is beautiful, it's good that you can explore on bike. Reminded me of Rottnest Island in WA but of course this Island has more varieties.

[intrepidadventurer]

Oh my gosh an island getaway! This is too cool! Love the musical start to this one! Long boat ride and yes, Peter and food! Yeah it's crazy converting their currency to New Zealand dollars, wouldn't even register at times! Yeah weather must be hot and glad you stopped for a drinks break! Well walking up the hill definitely a good workout! Yeah that was a unique part there and the hills there; was intrigued by the stall up the hill heck they'd have to walk up too each day, unless there's homes there where they live! I don't think I bite into ice creams, have to take a note next time in summer here! Another cool job on this!

[jasonkingi]

Kia ora! Love your guys video's, especially the brief history of places visited. Istanbul looks like a beautiful place. Keep up the good work (if you can call it that...lol).

[SeoulMan]

Good and cold😂… not the description I was anticipating…🍦😆 What flavor did Peter get?? Must know… (and yes, I bite into ice cream when I get it). Path of Torment looked like good fun for a mellow day with what looked like perfect biking weather… the orphanage looked really really cool…really cool… looked like a perfect day guys! Thank you for sharing and looking forward to the next one. Safe travels!! (Peter, showing the ferry trip allowed me to visualize where my friend was during his biscuit/cookie ordeal)

[darylmckay]

Another fascinating and surprising vlog. Your occasional shots of cats reminded me of the slinky, beautiful, tough free roaming street cats of Oman 🇴🇲. Istanbul is surely one of the most gorgeous cities on Earth 🌎.

[peterteohaere]

Are uses going to visit the Gallipoli war memorial while your their that would be awesome to see.

[PuriandSue]

Wow nice bird shot there, so close up!! The bike ride around the island is awesome! Lol we probably go with the electric buggy 😂 gosh you fit people 😝 That ice cream is definitely rewarding after all the cycling!

[javeriatariq-qlsg]

Who came here after reading Jannat ky patty ?