Can we do Bursa as a day trip from Istanbul?

Yes. Hotel pickup from Istanbul is popular for this full-day private tour. Driving time is typically 2–2.5 hours each way depending on traffic; we plan an early start for a comfortable day.

What are the must-see sights in Bursa?

Highlights usually include Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque), the Green Tomb and Green Mosque, Koza Han silk bazaar, and Cumalıkızık village. Uludağ viewpoints can be added when time and weather allow.

Is Cumalıkızık included?

Yes. Cumalıkızık — a UNESCO-listed Ottoman village — is a standard highlight. You can linger for tea, photos, or a village lunch as your pace allows.

Are entrance fees included?

Mosque complex and museum entrance fees are not included in the base price. Many mosques are free or low-cost; we advise on current fees when you book.

Lunch is not included but we stop for Bursa's famous İskender kebab or a village meal in Cumalıkızık. Your guide recommends the best authentic options.

Can we visit Uludağ?

Yes, as an optional addition when conditions allow. Cable car tickets are paid separately. Tell us if mountain views are a priority when you enquire.

Is this tour suitable for families?

Yes. The private format suits families well — we adjust walking distances, rest stops, and shopping time for children and older guests.

How do I book the Bursa Private Tour?

Use the booking form on this page or contact us with your date, group size, and pickup city (Istanbul or Bursa). Pricing is on request — we send a quote within 24 hours.

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Bursa Private Tour

Bursa
Full Day
Max 30 Guests
Hotel Pickup Included

Where Ottoman heritage meets breathtaking nature. From historic mosques and lively bazaars to the green slopes of Uludağ, Bursa offers culture, tradition, and tranquility.

Overview

About This Tour

Discover Bursa — the first capital of the Ottoman Empire — on a fully private full-day tour that blends imperial history, lively bazaars, and the green foothills of Uludağ. This is Turkey beyond the usual Istanbul day trip: mosques of rare beauty, silk-trading hans, and a UNESCO village that still feels like the 18th century.

Your licensed guide leads you through Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque), the Green Tomb and Green Mosque complex, and the atmospheric Koza Han silk bazaar where merchants have traded for centuries. Pause for İskender kebab — Bursa's signature dish — before continuing to Cumalıkızık, a hillside village of timber Ottoman houses, cobbled lanes, and village hospitality.

Unlike crowded shared excursions, this experience is entirely private. Prefer extra time in the bazaars, a longer Cumalıkızık lunch, or an Uludağ viewpoint when weather allows? Tell us your priorities and we design the day around you — with no shared bus and no rigid timetable.

Pickup can be arranged from Istanbul hotels (a popular full-day trip) or from accommodation in Bursa. Your private vehicle and guide keep the journey comfortable from start to finish.

Ideal for couples, families, and culture lovers seeking Ottoman heritage with mountain scenery, the Bursa Private Tour delivers history, flavour, and flexibility in a single unforgettable day.

Highlights

Tour Highlights

First Ottoman capital — Grand Mosque & Green Complex

Koza Han silk bazaar and traditional markets

Cumalıkızık UNESCO village of timber Ottoman houses

Optional Uludağ mountain viewpoints

Licensed private guide & hotel pickup

Experience

How Your Private Tour Works

After booking, we confirm your pickup (Istanbul or Bursa), preferred highlights — Grand Mosque, Green Complex, Koza Han, Cumalıkızık, or Uludağ — and dining preferences. Your licensed guide adjusts the pace on the day.

Hotel Pickup Included

Licensed Local Guide

Fully Customizable Route

Travel At Your Own Pace

Itinerary

Day-by-Day Plan

Step 1

Hotel pickup (Istanbul or Bursa) and scenic transfer

Step 2

Visit Ulu Cami (Grand Mosque) and the historic bazaar district

Step 3

Explore the Green Tomb and Green Mosque complex

Step 4

Walk through Koza Han and taste local İskender kebab

Step 5

Discover Cumalıkızık Ottoman village

Step 6

Optional Uludağ viewpoint before return transfer

Pricing

What's Included

Everything you need for a seamless private travel experience is included. We carefully arrange transportation, professional guiding services, and essential travel logistics so you can simply relax and enjoy your journey.