Sivriada boat trip from Istanbul with swimming, snorkeling and lunch
From €50 per personThe itinerary indicates around 75 minutes of boat travel each way and about 6 hours on Sivriada.Final booking with external provider
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Sea escape from Istanbul

Istanbul Island Escape Sivriada Swimming Tour & Lunch

Sivriada boat trip from Istanbul with swimming, snorkeling and lunch

★★★★★ 8 h · 4.6 Provider rating
From €50 per person English guide

This Sivriada boat trip from Istanbul takes you by yacht to an uninhabited volcanic island in the Sea of Marmara. The full-day plan blends sailing, swimming, snorkeling, open sea views, and lunch prepared on board.

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⚡ Full-day escape from Istanbul with captain, crew, and live guide. · The price may vary depending on the date, availability, or final platform conditions.

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✔ Access to Sivriada, an uninhabited island with no public ferries.
✔ Time for swimming and snorkeling in clear waters.
✔ Lunch on board with a grilled main course, sides, meze, salad, and fruit.
✔ Full-day escape from Istanbul with captain, crew, and live guide.
TOURBOOKGO ANALYSIS

We analyze this experience to help you understand whether it suits you, what it really offers and what you should know before booking.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Travelers who have already seen Istanbul’s main landmarks
  • People looking for sea, swimming, and relaxation
  • Couples or groups who want an organized experience
  • Those who want to access Sivriada without arranging boat transport

How long does it take?

The itinerary indicates around 75 minutes of boat travel each way and about 6 hours on Sivriada.

What's included?

  • Private yacht charter with a professional captain and crew
  • Live guide during the activity
  • Boat trip from Istanbul to Sivriada
  • Visit to Sivriada
  • Time for swimming and snorkeling

Is it worth it?

It can be worth it if you want to leave Istanbul for a few hours and enjoy a sea experience with swimming and lunch on board. It is not the ideal choice if you are looking for a classic cultural city tour.

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One point to check is that the available score appears as 4.6 Provider rating, rather than as a detailed product rating with reviews.

Escape the urban paceThis Sivriada yacht tour is designed to take you away from Istanbul’s noise and crowds and swap the city for sea air, calm water, and a quiet island in the Sea of Marmara.
Sivriada has no public ferriesOne of the main highlights is reaching an island where regular ferries do not dock, making this boat tour from Istanbul feel more special.
Swimming and snorkelingThe route includes time to swim and snorkel in a bay sheltered by an old semicircular quarry, one of Sivriada’s most appealing spots.
Full lunch on boardLunch includes a grilled main course, pasta, rice or potatoes, fresh meze, salad, and fruit to round out the yacht experience.

📖 Sivriada boat trip from Istanbul: a different kind of escape

This activity takes you out of Istanbul by boat for a day on Sivriada, an uninhabited volcanic island in the Sea of Marmara.

Instead of another city visit, it offers a chance to get away from traffic and crowds and enjoy a quieter coastal setting, with proper time to swim and unwind.

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Ideal if you have already seen Istanbul’s main landmarks.

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A good option for couples or groups looking for a relaxed plan.

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Interesting for travelers who enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing on deck.

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This is not just a panoramic cruise: the plan is designed for spending several hours anchored, swimming, and enjoying the surroundings.

Swimming in clear waters off Sivriada Swimming

What the Sivriada yacht tour includes

The excursion includes a private yacht charter with a professional captain and crew, a live guide, the boat trip from Istanbul to Sivriada, and a visit to the island.

It also includes time for swimming and snorkeling, lunch prepared on board, alcoholic drinks, hotel pickup and drop-off, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Shared yacht Snorkeling Lunch Sivriada

TourBookGo opinion

This is not just a panoramic cruise: the plan is designed for spending several hours anchored, swimming, and enjoying the surroundings.

It can be worth it if you want to step away from Istanbul’s most touristy circuit and dedicate a day to the sea, swimming, snorkeling, and relaxation.

8 happroximate duration
€50price from per person
4.6Provider rating
ENEnglish guide

🗣️ TourBookGo opinion

Main highlight

Access to Sivriada, an uninhabited island with no public ferries, with time to swim, snorkel, and have lunch on board.

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It is not suitable for people who cannot swim, and the indicated language is English only.

Practical value

The price from €50 is competitive for an 8-hour excursion with sailing, lunch, and time on an island with limited access.

Sivriada, the Sea of Marmara, and time to switch off

Sivriada, also historically known as Oxia, stands out for its volcanic silhouette and its old semicircular quarry.

This setting creates a more sheltered swimming area, with waters described as clear and calm. The itinerary also mentions ruins of a 10th-century Byzantine monastery.

Lunch prepared on board On-board lunch

Price and conditions

From €50 per person

From €50 per person

The activity lasts 8 hours, is offered in English, and allows free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Duration8 hours
Price from€50 per person
LanguageEnglish
ProviderKatalay
Reference1393343
Meeting pointMilana boat, next to Cibali tram stop
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Yacht deck during the excursion Relax

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Tips before booking this Istanbul boat trip

Bring swimwear, a towel, a change of clothes, sunscreen, flip-flops, and beachwear. The activity specifically states that you should bring your own towels and change of clothes.

Arrive at the meeting point with time to spare, check the weather forecast, and make sure English works for you before booking.

Travelers looking for a sea escape from Istanbul. People who enjoy swimming or snorkeling. Couples and groups seeking a relaxed full-day plan. Those who want to visit an uninhabited island with no public ferries.
View of the Sea of Marmara during the outing Sea of Marmara

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is a Sivriada boat trip from Istanbul worth it?
It can be worth it if you want to leave Istanbul for a few hours and enjoy a sea experience with swimming and lunch on board. It is especially interesting because it visits Sivriada, an uninhabited island with no public ferries.
How long does the Sivriada excursion last?
The stated duration is 8 hours. The itinerary indicates around 75 minutes of boat travel each way and about 6 hours on Sivriada for visiting, swimming, and snorkeling.
What language is the activity in?
The indicated language is English. The activity includes a live guide, but no other available languages appear in the information provided.
What does lunch on board include?
Lunch includes a grilled main course, pasta, rice or potatoes, fresh meze, salad, and fruit. Alcoholic drinks also appear to be included.
Where is the meeting point?
The indicated meeting point is the Milana boat, right next to Cibali tram stop. The activity ends back at the same point.

Sivriada escape

Swap Istanbul for a day of sea, swimming, and lunch on board

If you want to swap monuments and busy streets for a day on a boat, swimming in clear waters, and lunch on board, this escape to Sivriada can be a very different way to enjoy Istanbul.

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From €50 per personThe itinerary indicates around 75 minutes of boat travel each way and about 6 hours on Sivriada.
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