Istanbul: Bursa & Uludag Tour with Lunch & Cable Car Option

Istanbul: Bursa & Uludag Tour with Lunch & Cable Car Option

Overview

Escape the city for a full-day Bursa Day Tour From Istanbul, combining scenic ferry travel, Ottoman heritage, and mountain views in one easy itinerary. Visit Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, enjoy a local lunch, and take a cable car ride for panoramic vistas.

🗺️ What to Expect

Your day starts with hotel pickup on Istanbul’s European side, followed by a ferry crossing over the Sea of Marmara to Yalova. From there, you continue by comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to Bursa, where your guide introduces the city’s transformation from an early Ottoman capital into a vibrant modern metropolis.

You will explore standout historical sites, enjoy time to taste and browse local flavors and markets, then cap the day with a cable car ascent toward Mt Olympos for sweeping alpine scenery and photo stops. Before returning to Istanbul by coach and ferry, you will also visit Cumalıkızık, a beautifully preserved Ottoman village with narrow lanes and traditional houses.

✨ Highlights

• 🛳️ Cross the Sea of Marmara by ferry for a refreshing start to your day
• 🕌 Visit the iconic Green Mosque (Yesil Cami) and admire its interior details
• 🏛️ See the Green Tomb (Yesil Turbe), final resting place of Sultan Mehmet I
• 🥙 Enjoy a Turkish lunch, including kebap and other traditional dishes
• 🚠 Ride the cable car for dramatic views as you ascend toward Mt Olympos
• 📸 Take free time at the top for photos and fresh mountain air
• 🏘️ Walk through Cumalıkızık, a 700-year-old village known for Ottoman civil architecture

📍 Itinerary

• Hotel pickup (European side of Istanbul), transfer to the port
• Ferry crossing over the Sea of Marmara to Yalova
• Drive to Bursa by air-conditioned minivan (just over two hours)
• Bursa city visit, guided introduction to the Ottoman capital’s history and modern life
• Green Mosque (Yesil Cami) visit
• Green Tomb (Yesil Turbe) visit
• Lunch at a restaurant, enjoy Turkish kebap or other local fare
• Cable car ride up toward Mt Olympos, enjoy views and free time for photos
• Cumalıkızık visit, stroll the narrow alleys and see historic Ottoman houses
• Return to Istanbul by coach and ferry
• Port to hotel transfer, tour ends before dinner

✅ What’s Included

• Bursa Day Tour From Istanbul (full-day experience)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (European-side Istanbul hotels)
• Ferry transportation (Sea of Marmara crossing)
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan/coach during the tour
• Guided visits in Bursa
• Lunch at a restaurant
• Cable car ride (authentic 30-minute ride included, as stated by the supplier)
• Insurance

❌ Exclusions

• Personal expenses
• Any items or services not specifically listed in “What’s Included”

ℹ️ Important Information

• Duration: 13 hours
• Difficulty: EASY
• Pickup: From European-side Istanbul hotels, then transfer to the port for the ferry
• Transport: Combination of ferry and air-conditioned minivan/coach
• Key sites: Green Mosque (Yesil Cami), Green Tomb (Yesil Turbe), cable car to Mt Olympos area, Cumalıkızık
• What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes and a camera for viewpoint stops
• Return: Back to Istanbul by coach and ferry, then a short transfer to your hotel before dinner
• Cancellation policy: Not provided in the source content, please check the booking page for the exact terms

🎟️ Secure Your Bursa Getaway Today

If you want a smooth, guided day beyond Istanbul, this Bursa Day Tour From Istanbul is an ideal blend of history, local culture, and mountain scenery. Book now to enjoy Ottoman landmarks, a hearty lunch, and a memorable cable car ride, all with the ease of hotel transfers included.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

Q1: How long is the tour?
A: The tour lasts 13 hours in total. It includes ferry travel, driving time, guided stops in Bursa, and the return journey to Istanbul.

Q2: Is this tour suitable for beginners or families?
A: Yes, the difficulty is rated EASY. The day is designed as a comfortable sightseeing experience with guided visits and included transportation.

Q3: What are the main places visited on the Bursa Day Tour From Istanbul?
A: You will visit Bursa’s Green Mosque (Yesil Cami) and the Green Tomb (Yesil Turbe). The itinerary also includes a cable car ascent toward Mt Olympos and a visit to Cumalıkızık village.

Q4: Does the tour include a cable car ride?
A: Yes, the tour price includes an authentic 30-minute cable car ride, as stated by the supplier. You will ride up toward Mt Olympos for panoramic views and photo time.

Q5: How does transportation work during the Bursa Day Tour From Istanbul?
A: You will be picked up from your European-side Istanbul hotel and transferred to the port. The route uses a combination of ferry across the Sea of Marmara and air-conditioned minivan or coach to Bursa, then returns the same way.