Day Trips İstanbul, Turkey
Compare tourGreen Bursa Tour from Istanbul with Uludağ, Ferry and Lunch
Our Green Bursa tour from Istanbul combines a ferry crossing, Uludağ mountain, local sweet shops and the historic Silk Bazaar with lunch included.
- 11 hours · starts 9:30 AM We confirm your pickup time the day before.
- Free Pickup Pickup and drop-off included at no extra cost.
- English, Turkish Guide languages
- Free cancellation Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Confirmed by the operator Usually within a few hours.
- Book Now! Pay Later Pay on the day of your tour.
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Prices in GBP. Taxes included, no booking fee.
Date
Next available: Nov 6, 2026
Greyed dates are not available
Passengers
- Adults
- Children
- Babies
Nothing to pay now — you can pay on the day.
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Confirmed by the operator
Highlights
- Cross the Bosphorus Bridge and sail on the ferry
- Breathe mountain air on Uludağ
- Taste Turkish delight and natural honey
- Walk through the historic Silk Bazaar
- Lunch included in the price
What's included
Included
- Included: Return transfer from tourist hotel areas
- Included: Ferry crossing
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Tour guide
- Included: Uludağ visit
Not Included
- Not Included: Uludağ cable car
- Not Included: Drinks
- Not Included: Purchases at factories and the bazaar
- Not Included: Personal expenses
- Not Included: Tips
Itinerary
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Hotel Pickup
Guests are collected from the main hotel districts before departure and your time is confirmed after booking.
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Start Activity (09:30)
The tour sets off from Taksim at the listed start time and your hotel pickup takes place earlier with the exact time confirmed after you book.
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Bosphorus Bridge to the Pier
- 1 hour
- Drive-by
Cross into Asia and drive to the ferry terminal.
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Ferry Crossing
- 1 hour
- Photo stop
Sail across the gulf on a car ferry.
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Drive to Bursa
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Drive-by
Continue by road toward Bursa and the foot of the mountain.
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Uludağ Mountain
- Key stop 2 hours
- Visit
Enjoy free time on the highest peak of the Marmara region.
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Lunch
- 1 hour
Sit down for the lunch included in your tour.
Entrance fee included
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Turkish Delight and Honey Producers
- 45 minutes
- Visit
Taste regional sweets and natural honey.
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Silk Bazaar and Dessert Shops
- Key stop 1 hour 15 minutes
- Walk by
Explore the historic Silk Bazaar and traditional sweet makers.
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Return to Istanbul
- 2 hours 30 minutes
Travel back by road and ferry.
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End Activity (20:30)
This is the time the activity ends and the return transfer follows with drop-off time depending on traffic and your hotel location.
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Hotel Drop-off
You are dropped off at your hotel.
The order of the stops and the times may vary throughout the day.
About this activity
Green Bursa Tour from Istanbul
Bursa earned the name Green Bursa thanks to its gardens forests and the mountain that rises behind it. This group day trip brings together a sea crossing fresh mountain air and the flavours of the old Ottoman capital with transport ferry and lunch all covered.
From the City to the Water
The coach departs Taksim at 09:30 after collecting guests from the main hotel districts. You cross the Bosphorus Bridge and continue to the pier for the ferry.
Salt Air on the Marmara
The ferry ride across the gulf is a relaxing break with views of the water and passing ships before the road resumes toward Bursa.
Above the Clouds on Uludağ
Uludağ is the highest summit in the Marmara region and a favourite escape for locals in every season. Snow covers the slopes in winter while summer brings meadows and pine-scented trails.
A Hearty Midday Meal
Lunch is included and gives you time to rest and refuel before the afternoon in the city.
Sweetness in Every Bite
The group visits producers of Turkish delight and natural honey where you can taste the specialities and pick up gifts.
Silk Lanes and Dessert Counters
The historic Silk Bazaar has traded fine fabrics for centuries. Nearby dessert makers tempt you with traditional sweets before the coach sets off for Istanbul.
The Long Road Home
The activity ends at around 20:30. Arrival back in Taksim is usually between 21:00 and 22:00 and hotel drop-off time depends on traffic and your hotel location.
Good to know
- Hotel pickup happens before the 09:30 activity start and is confirmed after booking
- Departure from Taksim is at a fixed time so please be ready at your pickup
- Pack warm clothes because Uludağ is colder than Istanbul
- Bring cash for the optional cable car and shopping
- Expect a long day with a late return
- Age policy: Adults 12+, children 6-11, infants 0-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. 09:30 is the departure from Taksim. Hotel pickup is earlier and your exact time is shared after your reservation.
No. The cable car is optional and paid separately.
Transport the ferry crossing and lunch are included.
The group usually returns between 21:00 and 22:00 depending on traffic.
Yes. A light jacket is wise because the mountain is cooler than the city.
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