From Istanbul: Bursa & Uludağ Tour with Cable Car and Lunch
- 12–13 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Bursa has been an important city throughout Ottoman history. It holds the title of the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. It's a region that attracts attention year-round. While its magnificent natural beauty makes it a favorite among tourists in the summer months, the Uludağ Ski Center welcomes thousands of domestic and foreign tourists in the winter. You can join this unique experience with a full-day small group tour departing from Istanbul. Through this tour, you can learn all the important details about Bursa from our experienced guides. The Ottoman Empire, which ruled for centuries, influenced a large part of Turkish culture, and on this tour you will experience some of Bursa's most historical sites.
Inclusions
What's included
- Green Mosque & Green Tomb
- Lunch
- Local Tour Guide
- Visit to Uludag Mountain
- Visit to Orhan Gazi and Osman Gazi Tombs
- Hotel pickup and drop-off - from selected areas
- Parking Fees
- Cable Car Ticket ( if selected )
What's not
- Activities at the top of the mountain are optional and extra
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
Discover the natural highlights of Bursa on a full-day trip from Istanbul. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle, explore important Ottoman landmarks, enjoy free time in Uludağ, and experience Bursa. Duration: 3 hours
ATV Safari – Optional Activity - 1 hour Start the Bursa experience with an optional ATV safari surrounded by the natural scenery of the region. Enjoy an exciting off-road adventure and experience the landscape from a different perspective. (Only during the summer months) Optional activity – Extra fee applies. Guests who do not wish to participate in the ATV safari can enjoy free time and explore the surrounding area while the activity takes place.
Visit a traditional Turkish delight shop and discover one of Bursa's most popular local specialties. Learn about different varieties of Turkish delight and have time to taste and purchase traditional sweets and souvenirs.
Visit the tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, two key figures in the foundation and early development of the Ottoman Empire. Take some time to learn about Bursa's importance in Ottoman history and enjoy a short guided visit.
Stop at Reçelci Dede, a local shop known for its traditional Turkish jams and regional products. Discover a variety of homemade-style flavors and locally produced specialties. You will have free time to explore the products and purchase something to take home as a souvenir.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Uludağ Mountain, one of the most famous natural attractions in the Bursa region. Enjoy approximately 1.5 hours of free time to explore the area, take photographs, and admire the mountain scenery.
Enjoy a scenic cable car journey offering panoramic views over Bursa and the surrounding mountain landscape. As the cable car climbs toward Uludağ, take in the changing scenery and capture memorable photographs from above.
End the Bursa sightseeing program with a visit to the historic Green Mosque (Yeşil Camii) and Green Tomb (Yeşil Türbe), among Bursa's most recognizable Ottoman landmarks. Explore the elegant Ottoman architecture and learn more about Bursa's role in the early Ottoman period. The visit also includes an Ottoman House, where you can see elements of traditional Ottoman residential architecture and daily life.
After completing the Bursa and Uludağ program, depart for Istanbul by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey back after a full day of sightseeing, nature, history, and local experiences in Bursa.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We can pick up at this meeting point - in front of The Marmara Taksim Hotel
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 30 travellers
- Operated by
- Travel See Life
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Istanbul
- Its from-price is 68% below the median of the 346 day trips we list in Istanbul.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 41 of 346.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Istanbul
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, with Byzantine and Ottoman monuments, busy bazaars and ferries crossing between continents.
The historic peninsula holds the greatest landmarks. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome face each other in Sultanahmet, the Basilica Cistern lies beneath the streets, and Topkapı Palace spreads across the hill above the Golden Horn. A short walk away, the Grand Bazaar and the Spice Bazaar have traded for centuries, and Süleymaniye Mosque, built by the great Ottoman architect Sinan, crowns one of the city's seven hills.
Top-ranked sights in Istanbul: Dolmabahce Palace (Dolmabahce Sarayi), Bosphorus, Bosphorus Bridge (Bogazici Koprusu).
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