Enjoy a day tour to Uludag Mountain from Istanbul for a full day of winter sports, cultural visits, and foody delights. Sample Turkish mixed grill, visit the Green Mosque, and ski down the mountain.
Take a day away from your sightseeing in Istanbul and head to Green Bursa, once the capital of the Ottoman Empire. The city is known for its gardens and parks, the mountain rising behind the center.
Lunch<br/>Options: Hotel pickup and drop-off - Lunch -Cable car - Ferry - Local guide -Air-conditioned vehicle.<br/>Pickup included
Options: Hotel pickup and drop-off - Lunch - Ferry - Local guide -Air-conditioned vehicle.<br/>Pickup included
The Bursa Day Tour begins during the morning from the city centre of Istanbul. A fully air conditioned bus will pick you up from your hotel. A tour guide will accompany you during this trip in order to provide interesting descriptions and assist you.
In order to reach Bursa, the bus will drive you towards a harbour in order to enjoy a car ferry ride while passing the Marmara Sea. During this ferry trip, you can enjoy views over Bosporus and over the imposing bridges that connect Asia and Europe. Total Distance between Istanbul and Bursa is 2 hours
By the end of your free time, the bus will continue towards the next stop of the excursion. A stop will also be made at a shop selling authentic Turkish delight. This worldwide famous dessert is one of the sweetest memories you will have from Turkey. Thus, do not miss the chance to purchase your favourites from this shop.
By the end of your free time, the bus will continue towards the next stop of the excursion. A stop will also be made at a shop selling authentic Turkish delight. This worldwide famous dessert is one of the sweetest memories you will have from Turkey. Thus, do not miss the chance to purchase your favourites from this shop.
When you arrive in Bursa, you will visit a 600-year old plane tree to snap some photos. Then, you will be driven towards Uludag Mountain. At a local restaurant there, you will enjoy a delicious meal in a quiet setting. After the lunch break, you will have free time to explore the area and enjoy your time in the mountain.
At the centre, a bus will be waiting for you in order to transfer you to the Green Mosque. This monument forms one of the most important ones in the city. It includes multiple important rooms, such as a library and tombs. The interior of this mosque will impress you as it is beautifully decorated with green tiles.
The bus will then start driving towards Istanbul by following the same route. According to the schedule, return to your hotel in expected during the night.
After completing our tour in Bursa, we begin our journey back to Istanbul.
Depending on the schedule and traffic conditions, the return may be arranged either by ferry — with our bus boarding the ferry across the Sea of Marmara — or via the highway and bridge route.
Both options offer comfortable travel and scenic views, ensuring a pleasant end to your day. Upon arrival in Istanbul, guests are dropped off at their hotels or designated locations.
Please Note:
Due to traffic and weather conditions, the return time to Istanbul may vary. In some cases, the arrival time can be as late as 11:00 PM. We kindly ask guests to plan their evening activities accordingly.
We pick up the guests in front of this hotel pick time: 08:15
Price varies by option