5 Days Istanbul, Bursa & Princes’ Islands Tour – Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Uludag
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Duration
5 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
relax
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Experience the highlights of Istanbul and its beautiful surroundings on this 5-day, 4-night Turkey tour, combining history, culture, entertainment, mountain scenery, and island relaxation. Begin your journey with an evening Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show, including a private table for two. Discover Istanbul’s world-famous landmarks with your own private guide, escape to Bursa and Uludag Mountain for a full-day excursion with a cable car experience, and spend a relaxing day exploring the Princes’ Islands. This carefully designed Istanbul package is ideal for couples, honeymooners, first-time visitors, and travelers looking for a balanced city and nature experience.
Route
- 1IstanbulEuropeTurkeyStart
- 2BursaEuropeTurkey
- 3UludagEuropeTurkeyBursa
- 4IstanbulEuropeTurkey
- 5BuyukadaEuropeTurkeyIstanbul
- 6IstanbulEuropeTurkeyEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul, Türkiye.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Check in and enjoy some free time to relax after your journey.
Later in the evening, prepare for one of Istanbul’s most memorable experiences: a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show.
Board the cruise boat and enjoy your private table for two while sailing between Europe and Asia. Admire Istanbul’s illuminated skyline and famous waterfront landmarks from the Bosphorus.
Enjoy dinner accompanied by an entertaining Turkish night program, which may include traditional dances, music, and cultural performances according to the cruise program.
After the cruise, transfer back to your hotel.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Dinner
After breakfast, meet your private professional tour guide and begin exploring Istanbul’s historic heart.
Discover the fascinating heritage of a city that served as the capital of powerful Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations.
Depending on the confirmed program and attraction opening days, sightseeing can include major landmarks around Sultanahmet and Istanbul Old City, such as:
Hagia Sophia
Blue Mosque
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Topkapi Palace
Grand Bazaar
Walk through historic streets while your private guide introduces Istanbul’s remarkable history, architecture, religion, and culture.
After the tour, return to your hotel.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart Istanbul for a full-day excursion to Bursa, the first major capital of the Ottoman Empire.
Travel across the Marmara region toward this historic city, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.
Explore selected Bursa attractions, which may include historic mosques, traditional markets, Ottoman landmarks, and local specialty shops according to the day's program.
Continue toward Uludag Mountain, one of Türkiye’s best-known mountain destinations.
Enjoy a cable car experience according to the confirmed route and weather conditions, with panoramic views over Bursa and the surrounding landscape.
During winter, Uludag is famous for its snowy scenery and ski resorts, while warmer months offer green landscapes and mountain views.
At the end of the excursion, return to Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing escape from Istanbul with a Princes’ Islands excursion.
Cruise across the Sea of Marmara and leave the busy city atmosphere behind.
Visit one or more of the islands according to the scheduled cruise program, with Büyükada typically being the main highlight.
Enjoy free time to walk through peaceful streets, admire historic mansions, explore local shops and cafés, and experience the distinctive island atmosphere.
Motorized traffic is restricted in many parts of the islands, creating a noticeably quieter environment than central Istanbul.
After your island experience, cruise back to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.
Check out and enjoy free time depending on your flight schedule.
At the appropriate time, meet your driver for your transfer to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
We hope you leave Türkiye with wonderful memories of Istanbul, Bursa, Uludag, and the Princes’ Islands.
End of Tour.
Meal: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
4 nights hotel accommodation in Istanbul - Ramada Pera Hotel or smiller
Professional English-speaking guide during scheduled sightseeing
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Arrival airport transfer
Departure airport transfer
Transportation during scheduled tours
Hotel pick-up and drop-off for scheduled excursions where applicable
Round-trip transfers for the dinner cruise
Daily breakfast at the hotel
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
Private table for 2 on the Bosphorus cruise
Dinner during the Bosphorus cruise
Turkish night entertainment/show according to cruise program
Round-trip transfers for the dinner cruise
Private guided Istanbul city tour
Professional English-speaking guide during scheduled sightseeing
Transportation during scheduled tours
Full-day Bursa & Uludag excursion
Cable car ride according to confirmed Bursa/Uludag program
Princes’ Islands cruise/excursion
Hotel pick-up and drop-off for scheduled excursions where applicable
Local taxes and service charges according to the confirmed package
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Accommodation: Istanbul hotel category can be arranged according to your preferred package, including 5-star options.
Day 1 Arrival: The Bosphorus Dinner Cruise is scheduled for the evening. Guests should arrive in Istanbul early enough to complete the airport transfer, hotel check-in, and cruise transfer comfortably.
Private Table: The Bosphorus Dinner Cruise includes a private table for two, subject to final cruise confirmation.
Istanbul City Tour: Day 2 is operated as a private guided tour. The exact sightseeing order may change according to attraction opening days, traffic, and local conditions.
Entrance Fees: Museum and palace entrance tickets should only be considered included when specifically confirmed in the final package.
Bursa & Uludag: Cable car operations depend on weather, wind, maintenance, and safety conditions. If services are suspended, the program may be adjusted.
Seasonal Experience: Snow at Uludag is seasonal and cannot be guaranteed. The mountain is also attractive during spring, summer, and autumn.
Princes’ Islands: The exact islands visited and cruise schedule may vary according to weather, sea conditions, and ferry operations.
Airport Transfers: Transfers can be arranged from either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) according to the confirmed booking.
Excluded
International and domestic flights
Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned
Travel and medical insurance
Museum and attraction entrance fees unless specifically stated
Türkiye visa expenses
Travel and medical insurance
Beverages unless specifically included
Museum and attraction entrance fees unless specifically stated
Optional activities
Skiing and ski equipment at Uludag
Personal expenses
Tips for guides and drivers
Hotel extras
Any services not specifically mentioned under Included
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