
Bursa and Sapanca Tours
Sapanca Tours
We pick you up from your desired location or hotel in Istanbul and bring you together with the magnificent nature of Maşukiye, Ormanya and Sapanca. Our tour start time is 10:00 and end time is 19:00.
- Nature walks
- Free time in Maşukiye
- Sapanca Lake view from the glass terrace
- Natural life park and zoo in Ormanya, the heart of natural life
- Return trip at the end of a pleasant day at 19:00
Bursa Tours
Tour Content: Bursa Grand Mosque, Emir Sultan Mosque, Green Tomb, Osmangazi and Orhangazi Tombs, Muradiye Social Complex, Cumalıkızık, İnkaya historical plane tree, Koza Han and Kapalı Çarşı
- For the Bursa tour, we pick you up from your hotel or desired location in Istanbul at 10:00 and return to the same location at 19:00.
- In both tours, tour prices do not include guide, food, entrance fees to mosques, museums, historical sites, etc.
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Bursa Grand Bazaar
The Bursa Grand Bazaar stands out with its various sections. Among these sections are the Book Market (Sahaflar), Silk Dealers (Akatarlar), İvaz Paşa, Gelincik, Sipahiler, Karacabey (Quilt Makers, Trunk Makers), and the Old Copper Market (Eski Bakırcılar Çarşısı). Each offers a unique experience with its distinct products and atmosphere for visitors.
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Koza Han
Koza Han was used as the center of silk trade during the Ottoman period. The han, named after the silkworm's cocoon, reflects Bursa's significance in silk production and trade. Merchants used to stay here and conduct business in silk products.
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İnkaya Historical Plane Tree
The İnkaya Historical Plane Tree is located in the İnkaya neighborhood of the Osmangazi district in Bursa and is one of the oldest trees in Turkey, with an approximate age of 600 years. It has been nourished by spring waters for centuries on the slopes of Mount Uludağ and stands out for the fact that none of its parts have decayed.
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Cumalıkızık
Cumalıkızık was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014. The village’s narrow, stone-paved streets, colorful bay-windowed houses, and historic texture offer visitors a journey through time. Notable places to visit in the village include the Cumalıkızık Ethnography Museum, the Art House, and Cin Aralığı Street. Additionally, local products and handmade souvenirs are sold in the market set up in the village square.
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Muradiye Complex
The Muradiye Complex, built by Sultan Murad II in 1425-1426 in Bursa, is known as the last complex built by Ottoman sultans. Within the complex, in addition to the tomb of Sultan Murad II, there are tombs of many members of the Ottoman dynasty. These tombs are part of the region included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2014, known as Bursa and Cumalıkızık: The Birth of the Ottoman Empire.
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Tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi
The Tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi are located in Tophane Park in the Osmangazi district of Bursa, built on the remains of the Byzantine monastery of Sainte Elie. Osman Gazi, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, passed away during the conquest of Bursa. According to his will, he was buried in a tomb built on the chapel of the Sainte Elie Monastery, known as the "Gümüşlü Kümbet" after the conquest.
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Yeşil Türbe (Green Tomb)
The architect of the tomb is Hacı İvaz Paşa, and the structure is part of the Yeşil Complex along with the Yeşil Mosque. The tomb has a hexagonal plan and is covered with a dome. Its exterior is decorated with green and turquoise tiles. Inside, the walls, sarcophagi, and mihrab are adorned with tile decorations, with the tiles in the mihrab being masterpieces of İznik ceramics.
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Bursa Grand Mosque (Bursa Ulu Cami)
Bursa Grand Mosque is also famous for its rich calligraphy art and is often referred to as the "Calligraphy Art Museum." Inside the mosque, there are 192 monumental wall inscriptions, written by 41 different calligraphers between the 18th and 20th centuries. Bursa Grand Mosque is an important example of early Ottoman architecture and bears the traces of Seljuk Turkish architecture.
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Emir Sultan Mosque
Emir Sultan Mosque, located on a hill at the foothills of Mount Uludağ in the Yıldırım district of Bursa, is an important Ottoman mosque built in the early 15th century. The Emir Sultan Mosque and Complex is one of the most significant architectural structures in Bursa, holding great historical and religious importance. Visitors can experience the mosque's unique architecture and tranquil atmosphere.
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Glass Terrace (Cam Teras)
The Glass Terrace with a view of Lake Sapanca is located in the Maşukiye area of Kartepe district in Kocaeli. Positioned 185 meters above the ground, this glass terrace spans an area of 460 square meters and offers visitors a breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Sapanca and the Saman Mountains.
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Ormanya
Ormanya is one of Turkey's largest natural life parks, located in the Kartepe district of Kocaeli, covering an area of 4 million square meters. Ormanya is an ideal destination for visitors seeking both fun and educational experiences, offering various facilities. Main attractions in the park include the Zoo, Hobbit Houses, Ormanköy, the Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, Camping and Picnic Areas, and Walking and Cycling Trails.
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Maşukiye
Maşukiye is an ideal destination for those seeking an escape in nature. It welcomes visitors with its rich cuisine, various activities, and peaceful atmosphere. Notable places to visit include Lake Sapanca, Kartepe Ski Resort, Kırkpınar Waterfall, and Maşukiye Nature Park. The surrounding forests and mountains of Maşukiye are perfect for activities such as nature walks and trekking.