Turkey · City Tours

13-Hour Bursa City Tour from Istanbul with Ferry and Cable Car

13 Hours Round trip from Yalova Easy pace

Ride to the top of Mt Olympus (Snow Hill) by cable car

Visit major attractions of Bursa in Turkey

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise across the Sea of Marmara to Yalova before continuing to Bursa
02 Discover Bursa, the first capital city of the Ottoman Empire
03 Gaze in awe at the colourful grandeur of the Green Mosque
04 Explore Bursa Silk Market and the historic Koza Han building
05 Ride the cable car to Mt Olympus (Snow Hill) for impressive city views

Head to Bursa, Turkey's fourth-largest city, and discover its beautiful mountain scenery, rich history, and Ottoman heritage on this full-day tour from Istanbul. Travel by ferry across the Sea of Marmara to Yalova before continuing to Bursa to visit landmarks such as the Green Mosque and the historic silk market at Koza Han. Ride the cable car to Mt Olympus (Uludağ) for impressive city views, and enjoy the chance to experience the true colours of Turkey along with its native delicacies.

Gaze in awe at the colourful grandeur of the Green Mosque, and then learn about the city and its Ottoman-era silk powerhouse on a visit to Bursa Silk Market and the Koza Han building with your Bursa tour guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 13 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Bursa, Istanbul, Olympos, Yalova

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Bursa, Green Mosque and Mt Olympus Cable Car Tour

Start your day with pickup from your European-side Istanbul hotel and travel to the port, where your ferry awaits.
Cruise south across the Sea of Marmara to Yalova, and then continue your journey by air-conditioned minivan.
Arrive in Bursa after two hours of travel to explore the first capital city of the Ottoman Empire.
Gaze in awe at the colourful grandeur of the Green Mosque, and then learn about the city and its Ottoman-era silk powerhouse on a visit to Bursa Silk Market and the Koza Han building with your Bursa tour guide.
Ride by cable car to the top of Mt Olympus (Snow Hill) and enjoy impressive city views.
Return to Istanbul.

Where this trip takes you

Sea of Marmara, Bursa from Mt Olympus (Snow Hill), Green Mosque, Koza Han

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Yalova 4 cities · 13 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off by air-conditioned, non-smoking tour coaches
Lunch (2 soft drinks included)
Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
English-speaking professional licensed Turkish tour guide
Service charges and local taxes

What's Not Included

Meal
Beverages
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses

Know before you go

The city is also known as "Green Bursa". It offers fresh air from the lush vegetation and vast forests, along with all the advantages of a big city as one of the four biggest cities in Turkey. Get to know Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, on a day trip from Istanbul. With a private guide at your side, travel by minivan and ferry to the city and then visit some of its landmark monuments.
Pass to the Asian side of Istanbul by driving on the Bosphorus Bridge with a stunning view. Continue to Yalova from the Asian side of Istanbul by ferry, where you will have a great voyage and the chance to take photos of the amazing sea view. The Green Mosque and Green Mausoleum will be the first stop in Bursa, built by the 5th Ottoman Sultan Mehmet Çelebi in the 15th century. Then climb Uludağ Mountain by cable car and enjoy a magnificent city view. You will want to take a photo every second while passing through a forest with many tree species. You will go to the top of the mountain, which is 2,486 metres above sea level, and feel the fresh air. Have lunch on the mountain with barbecue. Next, you will see a gorgeous old tree that is more than 600 years old. While coming back to Istanbul, stop at one of the most famous delight factories with some of the most delicious delights in Bursa.
The Ottoman Empire was one of the largest empires in history, and Bursa was its first capital. The city is frequently cited as 'Green Bursa' because of the beautiful parks and gardens located across its urban tissue. Settled on the northwestern slopes of Mount Uludağ, the city is known as 'Yesil Bursa' (meaning 'Green Bursa') for its beautiful parks and gardens throughout the city. This fourth-largest city of Turkey is also known for its peaches, chestnuts, and silk industry. Departure is by ferry boat via Yalova, enjoying the lovely countryside view. Drive to Bursa, the former Ottoman capital, and enjoy lunch of the famous 'Kebap of Alexander The Great'. Climb to Uludağ, the legendary Mount Olympos, by Teleferik (cable car), and visit Ulucami (Grand Mosque), the Green Mosque, the Green Mausoleum, and the old Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar. Return to Istanbul in the late evening and transfer to hotels.

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