Bursa and Uludag Day Trip from Istanbul with Cable Car and Lunch

If you want a day away from the bustle of Istanbul that combines history and nature, this Bursa and Uludag day trip from Istanbul is the ideal escape. In one day you experience the historic heart of Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, and the cool air of Uludağ mountain.

Ottoman Bursa

Bursa witnessed the founding years of the Ottoman state and is known for its mosques, tombs and historic markets. On the tour you explore the city's historic quarter and see early examples of Ottoman architecture.

Uludağ and the cable car

The other half of the day is spent on Uludağ. During the cable-car ride you look out over the Bursa plain and the forests. Snow-covered in winter and green and cool in summer, the mountain makes for wonderful photos.

Transport and lunch

The tour runs in an air-conditioned vehicle from hotels in the Sultanahmet and Taksim areas, and lunch is included. It is suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs; infants sit on an adult's lap.

Important: route fee paid at the start

According to the operator, a separate fee for the tour route is paid in cash at the start of the tour. This fee is not part of your booking amount, so remember to bring cash. You will find the details under "Not included". The trip is a long day, so wear comfortable shoes and bring a layer for the cooler mountain air.

To round off your trip, browse more experiences on our Istanbul tours page, and find somewhere to stay among our hotels in Istanbul.