Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul
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Is Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul worth booking?
Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul is a 12-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $23 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (20)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $23 per person
Escape from the noisy and crowded streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing with an official guide during full Day Bursa Nature trip. This tour is not Cultural Tour or History Tour. Visit the landmarks of second capital o
What you get
About this experience
Escape from the noisy and crowded streets of Istanbul and enjoy a relaxing with an official guide during full Day Bursa Nature trip. This tour is not Cultural Tour or History Tour. Visit the landmarks of second capital of the Ottoman Empire, such as the Greent Mosque Green Tomb. Take the cable car from Uludag Mountain to the city or enjoy free time and rent an ATV or just relax. This tour is not Cultural Tour, History Tour or Shopping Tour. • Explore The Uludag Mountain and take cable car ride • Have lunch in Olympus Mountain • Visit Green Mausoleum and the Green Mosque
What's included
Included
- Professional Arabic & English Speaking Guide
- Cable Car ticket (If option selected, One way from Uludag Mountain to the City)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch with one soft drink (If option selected)
- Pick-up & Drop-off service (If option selected)
Not included
- Quad Bike (ATV Safari)
- Chairlift ticket
- Optional Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Yalova
If we have enough time, we stop for rest and optional ride Quad Bike in Yalova
60 minutes here
Bursa
After the 70-minute journey from Yalova to Bursa, we stop for rest and optional shopping at Turkish delights factory
50 minutes here
Green Tomb
The Green Tomb is a mausoleum of the fifth Ottoman Sultan, Mehmed I. The exterior of the mausoleum is clad with the green-blue tiles that give it its name
35 minutes here · Admission included
Green Mosque
The Green Mosque also known as the Mosque of Mehmed I, is a part Kulliye, consists of a mosque, türbe, madrasah, kitchen and bath. The name Green Mosque comes from its green and blue interior tile decorations.
35 minutes here · Admission included
Inkaya Tarihi Cinar
The Inkaya (Grand) Plane tree, which is over 600 years old, in Inkaya Village, which is 4 km away from Cekirge neighbourhood and on the Uludag road. Physically it is Turkey's largest tree
35 minutes here · Admission included
Uludag National Park
The highest area in western Anatolia. It is famous for its magnificent nature and ski resort. Then we ride the cable car and go down to the city
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
Front of The Marmara Taksim Hotel
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Front of The Marmara Taksim Hotel
Options you can book
Bursa Tour
Option Details: - This option includes transportation and guiding services. - Lunch an cable car ticket are not included. Pickup included
Bursa with Lunch & Cable Car
Lunch: Lunch with one soft drink included Option details: This option include transportation, guiding services, lunch and cable car ticket. Pickup included
Bursa tour Without Cable Car
Luch: Lunch with one soft drink included Option Detail: This option includes transportation, guiding services and Lunch. Cable car ticket is not included. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Aljazeera Tour
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- We can use OSMANGAZI bridge instead of the ferry because of the bad weather or traffic
- In case of finding the cable car out of service the ascent and descent of the mountain is going to be by bus and cable car ticket fee will not be refunded
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
5 stars
It was very nice experience. The trip was well planned, great guide (Dogan bey). Had a wonderful day. Jams were awesome. Bursa green mosque area was very nice and peaceful.
via Tripadvisor
WORST COMPANY
I would like to share my disappointing experience with today’s trip. The behavior of both the driver and the guide was unacceptable. They made stops at very poor locations that were not suitable or enjoyable. When I politely requested drinking water — even offering to pay — both the driver and the guide refused. Furthermore, they demanded an additional 1000 Lira per person to use the highway, and we were told that if we didn’t pay, we would not return to the hotel until 2:00 AM, even though the trip was originally scheduled to end around 10:30 PM. This felt like a form of coercion and made many passengers uncomfortable. To make matters worse, while everyone was waiting, the driver took time to wash the bus instead of prioritizing our timely return. Overall, this was an extremely disappointing experience, and I strongly urge the tour operator to review the conduct of both the guide and the driver to ensure better service in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Not Recommended
We were very much looking forward to our journey to Bursa (Daily Bursa Uludag Mountain & Cable Car Tour with Lunch) from Istanbul and back with Aljazeera tour company, but the fact that they were 20+ minutes late to pick us up at 08:00 turned into 08:25 (and we were the 1st pickup of many) was a sign of how things would go. The guide spoke rapidly and with a very heavy accent, making it difficult to understand him, and the driver didn't seem able to speak English at all. What we could catch was OK, but it sounded canned, more like a script than a conversation. There was no personal interaction or interest in customer service. Every advertised stop was geared to selling the group something from a high-pressure Aljazeera partner shop where they likely received a commission. Every stop we made (there were many) the guide walked off somewhere to either talk with friends or do something he wanted. He wasn’t very helpful to folks who had questions about activities or other related items. He seemed to not take his job very seriously and it seemed like a day out for him, and not interested in being an involved guide. Even the included lunch was a rip-off in that the Cafe staff brought around a tray of lovely looking items asking what people wanted, (which we discovered was at an upcharge, and everyone passed on), the actual items provided were meager, of marginal quality and extremely basic. The optinal ATV rides seemed OK for those who took them, but for those who didn't, it was a wasted hour sitting in a muddy field or a partner market/shop just waiting for them to return. The stop to see the 600 plus years old tree was so crowded that you could hardly move around, and desirable pictures were just not possible. Arrival at the optional ski chair lift for two, was another 40 minutes of downtime in a less than wonderful setting where we froze (our fault) while we again waited for the very few who wanted to give it a go. I must say that the cable car ride was very pleasant and longer than expected. The Green Mosque was nice, and the obligatory shop stop was not too bad, as they didn't really put on any pressure. The return trip started well enough, and as we were already late, they decided to take a slightly different route back to speed things up. That was going well until we got caught up in massive traffic all across the city. Local citizens celebrating a big football championship blocked almost all roads. At first, the Aljazeera team seemed to take this in stride and kept trying different ways to get to drop off points without much success. As the time approached 23:00 and the effects of such a long day took their toll on passengers and staff, it was suggested that some passengers get out and walk 15 minutes to their hotels in a foreign city after dark, some did! After another tense 10 minutes, the driver and guide seemed to disagree on something. They didn't share what. It got heated and loud, then the guide got out and left, then the driver insisted passengers get out and walk. Some said, Google Maps showed it to be a 25-minute walk. Most of the passengers got out, only to be brought back by the guide five minutes later. We drove about half a mile, and they were again told to get out and walk, which they did. At this time, without a word, the guide got out and disappeared. The driver, who was reasonably tired and frustrated, then angrily asked us what hotel we were staying at, made a questionable U turn, and drove us to our hotel. I use a cane for a bad leg, and we were very concerned we were going to be put out somewhere we didn't know in the dark. It turned out that the driver knew how to get to our hotel, so we were OK, but we didn’t get back to our hotel until midnight. This was in no way an experience I could recommend to anyone. We had a very bad experience that ruined our day. We lodged our complaint with the company, and they said the guide "had a bout of diarrhea and had to leave" we don't believe that excuse. We aren't sure that they can be counted on at all.
via Tripadvisor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Hi.. I’m so happy, and it’s worth the money… the tour guide was so friendly and give us a lot of explanation… definitely going to use your tour company again if I’m coming back to Istanbul
via Tripadvisor
Good
Everything is good. Good tour and experience. Lunch also nice. Autumn leaves view also excellent even no snow in uludag
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $23 to $55
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul cost?
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Prices start at $23 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 20 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bursa & Uludag Mountain Tour from Istanbul start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour, Istanbul Luxury Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Asian Side Stop, ISTANBUL BEST: Iconic Landmarks Full Day PRIVATE Guided City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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