Bursa Day Trip from Istanbul: Explore Ottoman Empire's First Capital

Discover the historic landmarks of Bursa, the Ottoman Empire’s first capital, on a small-group day trip from Istanbul. Visit the Green Mausoleum and Mosque, indulge in local cuisine, and immerse yourself in Turkey’s rich cultural heritage.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • İstanbul - The Bursa Day Tour kicks off in the morning from Istanbul’s city center. A fully air-conditioned bus will collect you from your hotel. A tour guide will be with you throughout the journey to provide engaging insights and assistance.
  • Istanbul - To reach Bursa, the bus will take you to a harbor for a car ferry ride across the Marmara…
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Ferry ride (depending on traffic)
  • Lunch
  • Cable car (optional)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Relish an opportunity to learn about the Ottoman Empire’s first capital, Bursa, during a small-group Full day tour from Istanbul. Over centuries of rule, the Ottoman Empire influenced so much of Turkey’s culture and during this tour you will experience some of Bursa’s most historic landmarks. See the Green Mausoleum (Yesil Turbe) and the Green Mosque…

Location
Sultanahmet Old City Travel Agency
Peykhane Caddesi
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Adil
Nov 12, 2025
Great experience and amazing guide - It was such a good experience, but above all else the guide Raid was really healpful, he answered all of our questions, explained everything, and gave us tips and tricks that you wouldn't here everywhere. He also gave us his phone number to keep in touch beyond that tour. Hjghly recomended 👍🏼
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Safari63835589655
Nov 12, 2025
We thank the Leader tour guide and have a new experience with them - Peace be upon you, God's mercy and blessings, Thank you so much for the beautiful flight and organization of today at the Bursas ❯ It was a very special experience and enjoy every moment, from the places we've clicked on for the sweet atmosphere and team spirit. We thank the guide for his kind treatment, helpful explanations, and the fun atmosphere that has created the long-term trip 👏 Good luck on upcoming trips, if God wills 🙏😊
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Jehanen
Nov 12, 2025
My experience - Leader very respectful with travelers, program was good, Strong times — we'll try God again with the same travel agency
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Global55276847255
Nov 10, 2025
Amazing - It was an amazing day with the Guide omer kokel everything was great and comfortable and the Atmosphere was so good i will visit Bursa again with Travel agencyit is a perfect choice
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Goplaces25566120373
Nov 6, 2025
A great experience in Istanbul - It was a very nice experience and very nice with the Leader tour guide thank you for your great information thanks to your presence the route was easier and everything went smoothly, we learned everything, thank you for treating you kind with us.
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Jie_d
Nov 5, 2025
Fun Day Trip from Istanbul - This has been a fun excursion, if you want to take a day off from the Old City and walking from mosque to mosque. When the tour says it starts at 8:30am pick up, it really doesn't - for me the first hour and half was about going around and picking up/consolidating people. There is a lot of sitting and waiting, and moving from one van to another. Once you get transferred to the right van, then the journey starts. Be prepared to get back to Istanbul around 10pm or later. The cable ride/ski lift at Uludag ski area was fun, got to compare it to other ski resorts - I am impressed by the number of lifts and skiable acres it offers - didn't know Turkey had any skiing before this. Also the peak seems to be above a sea of clouds (even though it's only 7,000+ feet), which feels different from many other ski areas. Green Mosque is the last stop before returning, so it's dark by then.
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768kawtarm
Nov 4, 2025
Istanbul travel must do list - It was a good experience we had so much fun and we had the chance to explore so many places just in one day with a reasonable price . Our guide OMER is very competent and gentle i recommend to try this program once you came to visit istanbul its definitly a must do .
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C6331deomarb
Oct 27, 2025
A good day with a good people and a good stuff - It was an amazing day, Specially the tour guide “ omar “ He is really really kind الرحلة كانت جميلة جدا استمتعنا كتير و المشرف كان اسمو عمر قمة في الاحترام و كتير كان مرحب بينا
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Trip51558407530
Oct 26, 2025
Very Delightful - The most amazing thing about this flight is the age test and explanation, the great service and facilitation of all procedures and always if I come to Turkey with my kids it is necessary to be with this wonderful person and also thank you for the company on the comfortable driver and great driving thanks to all
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Navigator42017378161
Oct 25, 2025
was a very nice experience - Thank you to our Leader brother Well-treated with everyone and overcome all difficulties and their high ethics Providing them all trip information
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From $43
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).