Itinerary
- Istanbul: We start our journey with being picked up from your hotel early in the morning and we will head to the former Ottoman capital, Bursa.
On the way we will take 45 minutes ferry drive and you can enjoy the country and sea views. - Bursa: Explore the city of Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire.
- Green Tomb: Explore the Green Mosque Tomb, built by the 5th Ottoman Sultan Mehmet in the 15th century.
- Ulu Camii: The Grand Mosque (Ulu Camii), which is a unique structure in Ottoman architecture in terms of its construction style, was built by Yıldırım Bayezid between 1396 and 1399. Yıldırım Bayezid wanted to have 20 masjids built in Bursa after the victory of Nicopolis in 1396, but he had the Ulu Mosque with 20 domes built upon the suggestion of his son-in-law Emir Sultan, one of the important scholars of the period.
- Kozahan: Koza Han was built in the late 15th century by II. It is an inn built by Bayezid in Bursa for the architect Abdül ula bin Pulat Şah as a foundation for his works in Istanbul. It is located between the Ulu Mosque and Orhan Mosque in the Khans Area.
The inn, where mostly cut stone and occasionally brick are used, has two floors and a portico in front of its rooms. The portico part consists of 40 concrete domes. It has a total of 95 rooms, 50 on the upper floor and 45 on the lower floor. All of the rooms on the upper floor are used as shops selling silk and silk products. - Inkaya Tarihi Cinar: It took its name from İnkaya Village, one of the first villages of the Ottoman Empire. The 600-year-old historical plane tree is world famous with its magnificent appearance.
- Uludag National Park: Take a cable car to Uludag (Great Mountain), today renowned as the “Snow Paradise”, Uludag is the most popular winter sports centre in Turkey.
- Istanbul: Returning back to Istanbul and on our way shopping
possibility at the Famous Turkish Sweet Factory.
Includes
- Private transportation
- Taxes, tolls and gratuity included
- English speaking driver
- Fuel is included
- Fully licenced & insured cars
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Details
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, Yesil Mosque (Green Mosque) (1421) marked the beginning of a purely Turkish style; it includes a theological college, library and ablution fountain. Nearby is the Green Mausoleum, containing thee 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. Shopping possibility at the Famous Turkish Sweet Factory on your way back.
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. Shopping possibility at the Famous Turkish Sweet Factory on your way back.
Know Before You Go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements .
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
