Turkey
Turkey
This package offers a perfect blend of Turkey’s vibrant city life and its rich cultural heritage. Explore the bustling streets of Istanbul, its historic landmarks, and the serene charm of Bursa. The tour includes guided city tours, a cable car ride to Uludağ Mountain, and ample leisure time to immerse yourself in Turkish culture.
Day By Day Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul
Arrive at Istanbul's IST or SAW Airport, where you will be greeted by our representative. Transfer to your hotel in Istanbul and check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the surrounding area or relaxing at the hotel. Overnight Stay: Istanbul
Full-Day Princess Island Tour
After breakfast, embark on a full-day Princess Island Tour. Take a scenic ferry ride to Büyükada, the largest of the nine Princess Islands in the Sea of Marmara. Explore the car-free island by a horse-drawn carriage or a bicycle, enjoying its natural beauty, historical mansions, and peaceful ambiance. Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant on the island. Evening: Return to Istanbul in the evening by ferry and transfer back to your hotel. Overnight Stay: Istanbul
Princess Island
The main feature of any of the Princes’ Islands is the sound of … silence. All fuel-driven vehicles are banned, making the islands an oasis of peace and quiet. The main transportation means are bicycles, electric buses, and electric taxis. The latter replaced the typical horse-drawn carriages in 2020. The only sounds you’ll hear are bicycle bells and footsteps. But that’s not the only feature that makes the Princes’ Islands unique. You’ll find yourself walking or riding through narrow streets flanked by either untouched pine forests or fine, wooden Victorian cottages. How is that for a unique fin-de-siècle flashback?
Full-Day Bursa Tour
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to Bursa, Turkey’s first capital of the Ottoman Empire. and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cable Car Ride: Experience a panoramic cable car ride to Uludağ Mountain, offering breathtaking views. Green Mosque & Tomb: Visit the famous Green Mosque (Yesil Camii) and the Green Tomb (Yesil Türbe), known for their beautiful Ottoman architecture. Silk Market: Explore the historic Silk Market (Koza Han), where you can shop for authentic Turkish goods like silk scarves, textiles, and souvenirs. Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch in Bursa. Evening: Return to Istanbul. Overnight Stay: Istanbul
Cable Car Ride
Experience the world's longest continuous cable car, the Bursa Teleferik, ascending to the peaks of Uludağ Mountain. Gliding from the Teferrüç station up to the Sarıalan and Kurbağakaya (Hotels Zone) stations, you will enjoy sweeping, uninterrupted bird's-eye views of dense pine forests, alpine landscapes, and the sprawling city of Bursa. The Bursa Teleferik is the longest cable car line in Turkey and the world's longest continuous gondola lift, spanning 9 km.
Uludag Mountain Chairlifts
Once you reach the top, there are several smaller, open two-seater or four-seater chairlifts (like the Kusaklibayir or Belvü) that carry skiers and sightseers across the mountain. Because these open chairlifts are exposed to the elements, they are heavily dependent on weather conditions and only operate if wind speeds and visibility permit. During harsh winter storms or high winds, these small open lifts are temporarily closed, while the main enclosed gondola usually remains operational.
Green Mosque & Tomb
Green Mosque & Tomb: Visit the famous Green Mosque (Yesil Camii) and the Green Tomb (Yesil Türbe), known for their beautiful Ottoman architecture. Located in the historic neighborhood of Yesil in Bursa, Turkey, the Green Mosque (Yeşil Camii) and Green Tomb (Yeşil Türbe) are monumental 15th-century landmarks. Commissioned by Sultan Mehmed I, they are renowned for their breathtaking blue-green İznik tilework and classical Ottoman architecture.
Koza Han (Silk Market) in Bursa
Koza Han (Silk Market) in Bursa, Turkey, is a 15th-century historic caravanserai constructed in 1491. It is renowned for its premium silk fabrics, handmade scarves, and textiles. You can shop authentic Turkish goods, then relax in the central courtyard sipping traditional tea or coffee.
Free Day in Istanbul
Spend the day at leisure. You can relax or explore Istanbul on your own. Optional activities include: Bosporus Cruise: Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Bosporus, offering views of iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Dolmabahçe Palace. Grand Bazaar: Visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets in the world, for a unique shopping experience. Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Tour: Discover Istanbul's rich history and culture with a guided visit to these iconic landmarks. Overnight Stay: Istanbul
Grand Bazaar (Optional activities)
Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar (Kapalıçarşı) is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. Spanning over 61 streets with nearly 4,000 shops, this historic complex built in 1460 by Sultan Mehmed II attracts up to 400,000 daily visitors eager to shop for jewelry, carpets, spices, and ceramics.
Bosporus Cruise (Optional activities)
Bosporus Cruise: Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Bosporus, offering views of iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Dolmabahçe Palace.
Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Tour (Optional activities)
Combine the sprawling imperial grounds of Topkapi Palace and the architectural majesty of Hagia Sophia. Located just a 5-minute walk apart in the Sultanahmet district, a standard guided tour lasts about 4 hours. You will explore Ottoman treasuries and Byzantine history while navigating specific security and dress requirements.
Departure from Istanbul
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to IST/SAW Airport for your home-bound flight, carrying wonderful memories of your Turkey tour.
carrying with you sweet memories of your unforgettable tour
"As your journey comes to an end, we hope you’re carrying with you sweet memories of your unforgettable tour. May these moments of beauty, adventure, and relaxation stay with you and inspire your future travels. Safe travels home, and we hope to welcome you back soon!"
What's Included
Everything you need for a comfortable journey.
