Bursa Tour: Visit the city of Bursa, once the capital of the Ottoman Empire, on this day trip from Istanbul that starts with a 2-hour ferry ride.
Enjoy the views during the trip, and visit Tophane for a panoramic look at Bursa. Enjoy a local lunch, and ascend Mt. Uludag, the ancient Olympus, by cable car to take in the scenery.
Other activities include a silk market and covered bazaar.
Our journey starts with a ferry down to Yalova, enjoying the lovely conutry-side view.
Drive to Bursa, former Ottoman Capital which was founded by the Bitnynian King Prusias I Cholus “the Lame” (reigned 228-185 BC), and he also gave his name -altered to the Hellenistic “Prusa”- the city. Legend has it that the great Carthaginian general Hannibal helped him to choose the site. The city is frequently cited as “Bursa” (meaning “Green Bursa”) in a reference to the beautiful parks and gardens located across its urban tissue, as well as to the vast forests in rich variety that extend in its surrounding region.
The city is synonymous with the mountain Uludag which towers behind the city core and which is also a famous ski resort. The mausoleums of early Ottoman sultans are located in Bursa and the numerous edifices built throughout the Ottoman period constitute the city’s main landmarks. The surrounding fertile plain, its thermal baths, several interesting museums, notably a rich museum of archaeology, and a rather orderly urban growth are further principal elements that complete Bursa’s overall picture.
After the lunch, we will climb to Uludag Mountain (the legendary Mount Olympos) by cable car (first stage) which is a favourite center of the winter sports held and as well as skiing, its richness of flora and fauna has made it into a National Park and summer activities like trekking and camping are also popular, visit to the old Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar.
Late evening return to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel.
Hotel Lobby
Starts at : 08:00 – 09:00 (approx.)
Finishes at : 22:00 – 23:00 (approx.)
Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum will be first stop in Bursa, both built by 5th Ottoman
Sultan Mehmet Çelebi in 15th century. Then we will climb up Uludag Mountain by Bus
and have fun with magnificent city view. Enjoy to take photo in every seconds while passing
through forest with lots of tree species.
You will go to top of mountain which is 2.486 metres above sea level and feel fresh air. We will
have lunch on the Mountain with Barbeque on Sarialan Uludag.
Free time for ATV Safari, Ski Motor and Skiing. After finishing activities we will have Coffee / Tea
stop at Gorgeous Old Tree (ULUCINAR) which is more than 600 years old.
While coming back to Istanbul, we will stop at the most famous and most delicious delight
factories ones in Bursa.
– Turkish delight manufacturing
– Honey manufacturing
– Jam preserved manufacturing
– Silk market (Koza Han)
Begin your journey with a pickup from your hotel or designated meeting point.
Board a ferry on the Asian side of Istanbul for a scenic crossing to Yalova.
Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk,
Duration: 1.5 Hour
Explore the Green Mosque and Green Tomb, built in the 15th century. Admire their unique Ottoman architecture and tile work.
Take a cable car or travel by bus to Uludag Mountain. Both routes offer stunning views of the forest and nature.
Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Lunch,
Duration: 1.5 Hour
Arrive at Uludag peak, 2,486 meters high. Breathe in fresh mountain air and enjoy the view. Have a tasty barbecue lunch on the mountain.
Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour,
Duration: 1.5 Hour
Stop by a 600-year-old tree, a historical landmark. Take photos of this massive and impressive natural wonder.
Visit, Shopping,
Duration: 45 Min
Visit a famous Turkish delight factory in Bursa. Taste and buy some of the best delights in the region.
Take the ferry back across the Marmara Sea. Enjoy the calm evening views.
Drop-off at your hotel or meeting point. End your day with unforgettable memories.
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
