Green Bursa and Uludağ Tour from Istanbul [467013P15]
Summer is a lovely time in Bursa. There are dozens of beautiful places to escape the heat and relish the variety of nature and city life. Take a deep breath and let the fresh mountain air fill your lungs. Every breath is a step towards tranquility. Set among orchards watered by plentiful mountain streams, Bursa is a city of brightly coloured houses and winding streets dotted with fountains. Among its mosques Green mosque and Green Mausoleum, containing the tomb of Sultan Mehmed I.
One of the must see in Bursa is the Grand Covered Bazaar (Koza Han) if you like scarves and accessories prepare yourself, Bursa’s silk industry has a long heritage. Take a cable car to Uludag (Great Mountain), today renowned as the ‘Snow Paradise’, Uludag is the most popular winter sports centre in Turkey. Have a barbecue lunch on the highest mountain of the Marmara region. Shopping possibility at the Famous Turkish Sweet Factories on your way!.
One of the must see in Bursa is the Grand Covered Bazaar (Koza Han) if you like scarves and accessories prepare yourself, Bursa’s silk industry has a long heritage. Take a cable car to Uludag (Great Mountain), today renowned as the ‘Snow Paradise’, Uludag is the most popular winter sports centre in Turkey. Have a barbecue lunch on the highest mountain of the Marmara region. Shopping possibility at the Famous Turkish Sweet Factories on your way!.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Cable car entrance fees
- Uludag Mountain National Park
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch with 1 soft drink
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- Our fully licensed vehicle and professional staff will be picking you up from your hotel or address (between 08:00am - 08:30am). Please note that the pick up times may vary depending on your hotel area, we will provide exact pick up time within 1 day prior to your tour date.
- Once all the passengers are collected and on board, we will drive to Bursa pass through Bosphorus Bridge. Driving through this iconic bridge is best way to see outstanding view of both continents (Europe and Asia).
- Bursa is a city in the Marmara Region famous for its natural beauty and has many parks, gardens, green areas and forest areas. Especially the forests around Uludağ mountain makes the city called "Green Bursa".
- Our first stop of the day is the historical Inkaya Tree, a 600-year-old historical tree and the symbol of Bursa.
- Driving to Uludag (Great Mountain), today renowned as the ‘Snow Paradise’, Uludag is the most popular winter sports centre in Turkey. Around half of the year is covered by snow and the most important winter sports and ski center of our country. Note: On the way up to the mountain we will stop at panaromic view restaurant and have mixed grill lunch. Also stop at some sweet factories to sample traditional Turkish products including Turkish delight, honey, and jam.
- When we reach at the top of the mountain we can enjoy some free time for activities or you can take chairlift to go to the highest peak of the mountain and check out the breathtaking panoramic views. After filling our lungs with the fresh mountain air, we will take the cable car back down the city and continue our tour.
- Visiting The Green Mosque of Bursa (Yeşil Camii), is a historic mosque in Bursa and located in the heart of the old city alongside its historic markets. The name Green Mosque comes from its green and blue interior tile decorations and it is part of the historic UNESCO World Heritage Site
- One of the most beautiful and unique samples of Ottoman tomb architecture and where Sultan Mehmet I was buried in 1421.
- Returning back to Istanbul and get dropped off back at your hotel.
