15 activitati in Bursa, TURKEY

An opportunity to enjoy an evening on the southern shores of the Marmara Sea, some 30km from Bursa and also to explore the historical buildings of the ancient city of Tirilye. Inhabited since the 5th century BC, Tirilye boomed when demand for the products from the Southern Marmara area increased during ancient times. The city’s most important remaining historical structure is the Byzantine Haghioi Theodoroi Church, known as Fatih Mosque today. Important as a religious centre for Greek Orthodox Christians, the area is now protected as an important historical site and is considered an open-air museum due to its’ many Byzantine and Ottoman monuments which includes old Greek houses dating from the end of the 19th century. The area is also famous for its’ production of olives. Mudanya is a commercial and residential town situated 12 km east along the Marmara coast from Tirilye with fish restaurants along the sea front.

In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in Bursa and drive to discover the city. Bursa, former capital of the Ottoman Empire from 13th century; known for its pretty Islamic monuments, historical bazaars, ski resort on Ulu Mountain (Uludag) and delicious traditional cuisine. The tour includes a visit to Inkaya: a huge plane tree of more than 600 years with an open-air café sheltering in it´s shadow where we can enjoy a traditional Turkish tea in the shade. Green Mosque & Silk house : one of the main things to be seen in Bursa, the Green Mosque which takes its’ name from the green-blue tiles used to decorate it, is also known as Mosque of Mehmed I and part of a larger complex (a külliye) located on the east side of Bursa. The complex consists of a mosque, türbe (tomb), madrasah, kitchen and bath. Beside the complex are tea gardens with magnificent views over Bursa and Mt Olympos which is the next stop on the tour. Great mountain (Uludağ ) : the ancient Mysian Olympus , is a mountain in Bursa province with an altitude of 2,543m. It is a popular centre for winter sports and a national park full of rich flora and fauna. Summer activities such as trekking and camping are also popular. (It’s possible to take the cable car while here if it's working). After the lunchbreak the tour continues on with the following stops. Ulucami (Great Mosque) : with its 20 domes and 12 massive pillars built in the Seljuk style in 1399; it will captivate you with its' splendour. Finally, we will stop at a Turkish Delight factory and outlet centre to have an opportunity to buy some souvenirs and maybe bag a bargain. Ulucami (Great Mosque) : with its 20 domes and 12 massive pillars built in the Seljuk style in 1399; it will captivate you with its' splendour. Finally, we will stop at a Turkish Delight factory and outlet centre to have an opportunity to buy some souvenirs and maybe bag a bargain. Kircilar leather factory & show room: A famous leather producer in Bursa and one of the best known in Turkey. Munira sweet factory: Here we explore the taste of Turkish delights, spices, Turkish tea and coffee and many other assorted souvenirs, ideal as gifts. Others: General tour includes: admissions, car parking and lunch.

Karagöz & Hacivat: first we will visit these two wicked man’s graves to learn their stories. Legend has it they were two construction workers working on a mosque in Bursa sometime in the mid-14th century who were later immortalised as amusing puppets who’s antics have amused audiences since ottoman times. Turkey's fourth most populous city, Bursa, was Turkey's first most important city and later capital of the Ottoman State between 1335 and 1363; with this tour we will cover many of the city's historical sites and tourist attractions. Karagöz & Hacivat: first we will visit these two wicked man’s graves to learn their stories. Legend has it they were two construction workers working on a mosque in Bursa sometime in the mid-14th century who were later immortalised as amusing puppets who’s antics have amused audiences since ottoman times. Atatürk Museum: on the south side of Bursa is a handsome late 19th century house in which the "Father of modern Turkey" stayed during his thirteen visits to Bursa between 1923 and 1938. Converted to a museum in 1973 it contains furniture and personal effects belonging to Atatürk, documenting his life. Muradiye Mosque: built by Murad II in 1435 (839 A.H.) on a hill northeast of the city which overlooks the palace grounds (Sarayiçi) to the northwest. . Originally conceived of as a convent (tekke) for the Mevlevi order, the building was later converted into a mosque. Ulucami (Great Mosque): built in the Selcuk style in 1399, this distinctive mosque has 20 domes and 12 massive pillars. Grand Bazaar: an old covered bazaar in the Ottoman style specialising in silk for which Bursa has always been famous. Meeting/pick-up point:Hotel pick-up. Pick-up time: At 9:30am. Start/opening time: At 9:45am. End/closing time: At 6:45pm. Others: Included in private tour - private transport and services of professional Arabic or English speaking guide. Included in general tour - transport, lunch, admission fees and services of professional Arabic or English speaking guide.

The tour begins at the Karagöz Museum, and the graves of Karagoz and Hacivat. Legend has it that they were two construction workers working on a mosque in Bursa in the mid-14th century who were later immortalised as puppets. We then move on to the Atatürk Museum in the south of Bursa. It is a late-19th century house where he stayed during his thirteen visits to Bursa and is now converted into a museum containing Atatürk’s furniture and personal belongings, documenting his life. Afterwards, the tour heads to the Uluumay Museum, which houses a much-prized collection of Ottoman folk costumes and jewellery in the beautiful 15th century Sair Ahmet Pasa building. You’ll then have some free time for lunch. After lunch, we visit the Bursa Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, where you'll discover a selection of paintings, statues, textiles, manuscripts and weaponry. There is also a traditional Turkish bath and coffee house here. We’ll explore the Bursa City Museum, which celebrates the rich history of the Marmara area and displays works created by local craftsmen over the centuries, ranging from wood carvings to hand-woven rugs. Muradiye Mosque is our last stop on the tour. It was built by Murad II on a hill northeast of the city and it overlooks the palace grounds (Sarayiçi) to the northwest. Originally built as a convent (tekke) for the Mevlevi Order, it was later converted into a mosque. Private tour includes: Guide and transport. Shared tour includes: Guide, transport, lunch and tickets.

Tophane, Bursa's old citadel, is in an elevated position and is famous for its clock tower and cannons, which are still fired during the months of Ramazan to let people know that it’s time to break their fast. We then move on to Cumalikizik, an old Ottoman village dating back 700 years with picturesque Ottoman-style houses set amongst cobbled streets. Feel the atmosphere while exploring the village and take memorable photos. You can also buy traditional handicrafts and local food here. The tour then moves on to a local waterfall and river, which originates from the melting snow on top of the mountains in Uludag and is one of the main sources for drinking water in Bursa. You’ll have a break for lunch to appreciate the natural beauty of the area. In the afternoon, the tour stops at a shopping and textile centre where you can find some great bargains on lots of cotton products before finally reaching our last destination. In the botanic park you’ll have some free time to enjoy the scenery, or there’s the option of horse riding here for an additional charge. Private tours include: Transport and Guide only. Regular tours include: Transport, Guide, Admissions and Lunch.

A great day for enjoying the outdoors and spectacular scenery. Tophane, Bursa's old citadel which is in an elevated position and famous for its' canon which are still fired during the months of Ramazan to notify the times for breaking the fast and also the Clock Tower. We then move on to Cumalikizik, an old Ottoman village dating back 700 years with picturesque Ottoman-style houses set amongst cobbled streets. Feel the atmosphere while exploring the village and take memorable photos. Traditional handicrafts and local food can be bought here. The tour then moves on to a local waterfall and river which originates from the melting snow on top of the mountains in Uludag and is one of the main sources for drinking water in Bursa. A lunch break is given here to appreciate the natural beauty of the area. In the afternoon, the tour stops at a shopping and textile centre where some great bargains can be found on the many cotton products for sale there before finally reaching the last destination which is a botanic park where free time is given for enjoying the scenery or there is an opportunity to do a little horse-riding here for an extra charge. Others: Admissions are included in general tours but are not included in the private tours.

The tour begins with a panoramic view of Iznik Lake from the bus, an area of stunning natural beauty. Iznik was a major centre for the creation of faience pottery during the Ottoman period of the 16th century. Iznik tiles were used to decorate many of the mosques in Istanbul designed by Mimar Sinan, however this industry declined in the 17th century but has been restored to its’ former glory. The tour begins with a panoramic view of Iznik Lake from the bus, an area of stunning natural beauty. Iznik was a major centre for the creation of faience pottery during the Ottoman period of the 16th century. Iznik tiles were used to decorate many of the mosques in Istanbul designed by Mimar Sinan, however this industry declined in the 17th century but has been restored to its’ former glory. Museum of Iznik: The works exhibited in the museum consist of artefacts obtained from Iznik and the surrounding area found in archaeological excavations. Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman Period works are exhibited in the garden of the museum. These works consist of columns, sarcophaguses, relief, barrier plates, inscriptions, roof gutters, well bracelets and Islamic grave stones. Afterwards we move on to see how the ceramic tiles which this region is famous for are made. The sights which we see include Tumulus and Monument tombs of Iznik and the Castle of Iznik (viewed from the road). Hagia Sophia Church – built by Justinian I and modelled after the larger one of the same name in Istanbul, it was converted to a mosque by Ottoman Turks in 1337 but retains its’ attractive Byzantine architectural style. Greeen Mosque: Recognised as the symbol of Iznik, the Green or Yesil Mosque takes its name from the turquoise coloured Iznik tiles and the bricks of its’ minaret which are a fine reflection of the Selcuk minaret style in Ottoman art. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel. Duration: From seven to eight hours. Pick-up time: At 9am. Start/opening time: At 9.30am. End/closing time: At 5:30pm.

Located approximately 80Km south west of the city of Bursa, this historical town dates back to the Hittite period with a presence through Roman, Byzantine and Selcuk periods. Liberated during Turkey’s War of Independence in 1920, the town was renamed after the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Located approximately 80Km south west of the city of Bursa, this historical town dates back to the Hittite period with a presence through Roman, Byzantine and Selcuk periods. Liberated during Turkey’s War of Independence in 1920, the town was renamed after the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Included in the tour is a visit to the Crying Tree dating back more than 700 years close to Golyazi Lake, where it is possible to take refreshment under its’ shade and watch the storks which migrate here during the Spring and early Summer months. Before a lunchbreak, the tour visits Suuctu Waterfall, the highest in the area, reaching 30m. Kemalpasha is famous for its’ round, sweet cakes soaked in syrup and these can be tasted during the lunch stop before moving on to a bird sanctuary which has more than 50 species of birds and is located near Lake Uluabat. Meeting/pick-up point: Hotel pick-up. Start/opening time: 10:30am approx. -End/closing time: 18:45pm. Others: General tour includes lunch, admissions and professional guide. Lunch and admissions are not included in private tour.

We start the day with pick you up from your hotel and drive to Oylat Cave. The cave is located at one kilometer south of Hamiliye Village. It has got two main sections. First section starts from the entrance to the end of the cave. Second section of the cave has got the big debris saloon. Cave has many large blocks and damlatas shapes. Oylat cave`s total length is 665 meter. And the water temperature is minimum 19ºC and maximum 55ºC. After visiting we walk about 500 meters down the hill for Oylat Thermal Bath which is included the programme. We then move on to the waterfall at Babasultan Village where the water is icy cold. Last stop will be fruit garden (according to the season). You can see the most beautiful and natural fruits in this garden. A delicious lunch of the area's famous meatballs known as Inegol Kofte can be enjoyed before the last stop at Bursa's Zoo. At the end of the tour, back to hotel. Others General tour includes: admissions, lunch and car parking. Private tours do not include admissions, lunch and car parking.

Enjoy a full day tour beginning with Termal, a district of the city of Yalova, famous for its' thermal hot springs, we visit some thermal springs and hot baths (private baths not included in the price) for some therapeutic bathing and relaxation in natural spring water. After relaxing at the thermal springs, we visit an arboretum to admire the many thousand of plant species and trees in 13.5 hectares of parkland on the outskirts of Yalova. A lunch stop is provided by the seaside at a kebab restaurant before free time in the afternoon to enjoy the city centre and Yalova beach. Yalova is close to the eastern coast of the Marmara Sea with a population of 130,000 and has a number of attractions such as Ataturk Mansion used by the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.

One of the economically developed cities of Turkey, Bursa is also important natural and historical richness. In Bursa, most organizations for the period of the Ottoman Empire is the reason for the presence of historical monuments, Bursa is the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Included in the tour is a visit to the Crying Tree close to Golyazi; dating back more than 700 years it is possible to take refreshment under the shade of this ancient plane tree and watch the storks which migrate here during the Spring and early Summer months. The village of Golyazi was founded by the ancient Greeks and lies on a small peninsula on the fresh water Lake Uluabat and while here there is time to explore this beautiful area before moving on to Suuctu Waterfall, which is the highest in the area, reaching 30m in height. A lunch stop is given in Kemalpasa which is famous for its’ round, sweet cakes soaked in syrup and these can be tasted while having lunch. Located approximately 80Km south west of the city of Bursa, this historical town dates back to the Hittite period with a presence through Roman, Byzantine and Selcuk periods. Liberated during Turkey’s War of Independence in 1920, the town was renamed after the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. The tour ends with visit to a bird sanctuary which has more than 50 species of birds and is located near Lake Uluabat. Duration: From seven to eight hours. Start/opening time: Between 9am and 9.30am.

A great opportunity to enjoy and appreciate some of the natural beauty of this country. Approximately a 2.5 to 3 hour drive north east of Bursa via Yalova on the shores of the Marmara Sea. The tour starts at Sapanca Lake which has recently become popular for tourism due to its’ stunning natural environment and comparative closeness to the large cities of Izmit and Istanbul. A great opportunity to enjoy and appreciate some of the natural beauty of this country. Approximately a 2.5 to 3 hour drive north east of Bursa via Yalova on the shores of the Marmara Sea. The tour starts at Sapanca Lake which has recently become popular for tourism due to its’ stunning natural environment and comparative closeness to the large cities of Izmit and Istanbul. An ideal place for relaxing, clients can enjoy a cooling drink or Turkish tea by the shores of the lake. The tour then moves on to Masukiye Hill, a beautiful spot surrounded by trees where lunch can be enjoyed by the nearby river. After lunch we move on to Kartepe Mountain, the third highest in the Marmara region at 1,699m and a popular destination for winter sports’ lovers. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Duration: 14 hours. Start/opening time: At 7am. End/closing time: At 9:30pm.

An excellent way to enjoy the spectacular scenery around Uludag National Park, approximately 32 km from the centre of Bursa. A popular place for skiing in the winter months, the area transforms into a green, wooded environment with lots of gradients to negotiate. Driven by an experienced driver, the dusty trail will take us to a number of villages dating back to the Ottoman period; we will see Doganci Dam, completed in 1983, Kirazli Village, Sogukpinar Plateau, Ketenli Plateau and the Ares River. An unforgettable adventure, enabling clients to see magnificent scenery off the beat An excellent way to enjoy the spectacular scenery around Uludag National Park, approximately 32 km from the centre of Bursa. A popular place for skiing in the winter months, the area transforms into a green, wooded environment with lots of gradients to negotiate. Driven by an experienced driver, the dusty trail will take us to a number of villages dating back to the Ottoman period; we will see Doganci Dam, completed in 1983, Kirazli Village, Sogukpinar Plateau, Ketenli Plateau and the Ares River. An unforgettable adventure, enabling clients to see magnificent scenery off the beaten track in fresh, country air. Lunch is a casual affair, a BBQ brought along on the safari and set up in an idyllic spot. Trail can be dusty so good idea to wear sun glasses. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Start/opening time: 9am. -End/closing time: 7:30pm. Medical restrictions: Customers who are less mobile and pregnant may not be able to join this tour. Dress code: You should have comfortable shoes, money, cameras, cap and take a jacket / sweatshirt in April, May and October. Others: Private tour does not include lunch and admissions.

Dating back 500 years, this legendary city and archaeological site, also listed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO was the centre of the Trojan War as described by Homer in his epic poem, the Iliad. Founded by the Hittites in the 3rd millennium BC, the city declined as Constantinople flourished, to eventually disappear under layers of soil until it was re-discovered by archaeologists in the 19th century. Excavation works are still in progress and this tour visits the Megaron Houses, a small Roman theatre, the bouleuterion, city walls, small museum and of course the reconstructed Trojan horse. In addition, we visit the Cimenlik Castle built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet in 1462, it now serves as a military museum. The drive to Troy takes a little less than 4 hours and passes spectacular scenery, running the length of the Dardanelles and into Canakkale to visit the old covered bazaar, Aynali Carsi.

A trip to the battlefields of the First World War in northwest Turkey where the Turks fought the combined forces of the Allies on the north bank of the Dardanelles Straits. The 1915 landings and battles are commemorated by Australians and New Zealanders on ANZAC Day, 25 April, every year. A trip to the battlefields of the First World War in northwest Turkey where the Turks fought the combined forces of the Allies on the north bank of the Dardanelles Straits. The 1915 landings and battles are commemorated by Australians and New Zealanders on ANZAC Day, 25 April, every year. At this time especially, Gallipoli becomes a place of pilgrimage for many Australians and New Zealanders who want to honour the memory of their forbears. The Turkish victory over the Allies is celebrated on the 18th March. With an early start, the drive lasts approximately 4 hours and makes the short crossing across the Dardanelles from Canakkale to the Gallipoli peninsula by ferry. Here the tour visits the famous battle fields of Gallipoli, Anzac Cove and the war cemeteries (including Beach Cemetery, Quinn's Post, and the Nek). Military museum: Exhibition of soldiers’ photographs, uniforms, weapons and other findings from the battlefields. Lone Pine: With its’ sweeping view over the Aegean and down the Gallipoli peninsula, this is where the Turks and Anzacs fought and died. Anzac memorials: Including Lone Pine - Australian memorial, Chunuk Bair - New Zealand memorial, Hellespont - English memorial of the naval battle fought on 18th March 1915. Johnston's Jolly Cemetery: Named after the commander of the 2nd Australian Division Artillery, Brigadier-General George Johnston. Australian troops reached here on 25 April 1915 and their field guns were said to ‘jolly-up’ the Turkish battery opposite. It was lost the next day to the Turkish forces and never regained. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the hotel. Start/opening time: At 6am. End/closing time: At 9:30pm.