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7 Days Bursa & Istanbul Family Adventure Tour

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Duration
7 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical Level
Easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Highlights

  • Bursa Green Tour – Uludağ Mountain, Green Mosque & Mausoleum, and legendary İnkaya Plane Tree.
  • Cumalıkızık Village (UNESCO) – Authentic Ottoman village life and traditional breakfast.
  • Saitabat Waterfall & Green Valley Adventure Park – Optional Jeep Safari, zipline, and giant swing.
  • Bursa Tastes – Famous İskender Kebab at Şahinbey Döner and local delicacies.
  • Sapanca & Maşukiye – Lakeside walks, streams, and mountain landscapes.
  • Darica Zoo – Turkey’s largest zoo with 3,000+ animals and botanical gardens.
  • Bosphorus Cruise – Sail between Europe and Asia with palaces and fortresses along the shore.
  • Istanbul Family Attractions – Istanbul Aquarium & Legoland Discovery Center.
  • Evening Activities – Outdoor BBQ Night, Family Movie Night for kids, Adults-only Dinner.

Overview

Route

Starts from
Istanbul
Ends in
Istanbul
Pickup Location
Istanbul Airport
Dropoff Location
Istanbul Airport
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Itinerary

(Dinner Included)
On your arrival at Istanbul Airport, our driver will be waiting to greet you. After pick-up, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Bursa (approx. 2.5–3 hours drive). Check-in at your hotel in Bursa. Evening: Outdoor Barbecue Night at the hotel, a relaxed start to your family trip. Overnight stay in Bursa.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up for a full-day Green Bursa Tour, exploring the city’s natural beauty, historical landmarks, and local flavors.
Bursa City Center – Discover the charm of this historic Ottoman capital.
Uludağ Mountain – Scenic drive to Turkey’s most famous ski resort and natural retreat.
İnkaya Plane Tree – Visit a legendary tree over 610 years old, one of the largest in the region.
Cable Car Ride (Telesiyej) – Enjoy panoramic views as you ascend Uludağ Mountain.
Green Mosque & Green Mausoleum – Iconic landmarks showcasing Bursa’s Ottoman architecture.
Shopping Opportunities – Local delights including Turkish Delight, honey, jams, and traditional handicrafts.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Evening Activity:
A Movie Night will be specially arranged in the hotel meeting room, giving kids a chance to relax and enjoy a fun evening together while parents unwind. Overnight Stay in Bursa

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)
After breakfast, we drive to Cumalıkızık Village, where we welcome our valued guests and begin our journey with TravelShopBooking tour buses to explore Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, and the traditional Ottoman village of Cumalıkızık. This program offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul, filled with history, nature, and authentic local flavors. Our tour starts in Cumalıkızık, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following a traditional village breakfast, we stroll through its narrow streets with our guide, visiting charming spots such as Cin Alley and the Art HouseWe then continue to the peaceful Saitabat Waterfall in Kestel, where guests can enjoy the tranquil scenery, take memorable photos, or relax with a coffee in nature. Next, we head to Green Valley (Adrenaline Adventure Park), where optional activities such as Jeep Safari, ziplining, or the giant swing are available for those seeking a burst of adrenaline. For lunch, we taste Bursa’s famous İskender Kebab at the renowned Şahinbey Döner restaurant. In the afternoon, we explore the historic heart of Bursa, including Tophane, home to the tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, as well as the Clock Tower. The tour continues with visits to the Grand Mosque, Koza Han, and the Covered Bazaar, where the spirit of Ottoman Bursa can be truly experienced. At the end of the day, return to your hotel. Overnight Stay in Bursa

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)
After breakfast at your hotel in Bursa, depart for a full-day excursion to Maşukiye and Sapanca Lake. Enjoy the beautiful nature, fresh mountain air, streams, and lakeside atmosphere throughout the day. Following the tour, continue your journey to Istanbul. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening.
Overnight Stay in  Istanbul Asia Side.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)
Pick up at 08:30am from the hotel and depart for Darica Zoo, a spectacular destination that includes both a botanical park and the country's largest zoo. The sprawling 80-acre property is home to over 3000 living creatures, including an impressive array of 255 different species that you'll be able to see during our visit. 
CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosphorus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional Turkish Ottoman style. Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Shopping Tour. BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will see the magnificent sights of the following attractions from your boat. See Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Ciragan Palace, 300 meters of its marble facade faces the shore. At Ortakoy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortakoy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries. (Boat Cruise Start Uskudar). RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect the infamous Bosphorus passage. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world. BEYLERBEYI PALAS (PALACE) The summer residence of Ottoman sultans exists in its original renovated glory featuring original antique furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian side of Istanbul. SHOPPING TOUR (after cruise) Experience the traditional silk weaving skills of Turkish women at the carpet weaving courses provided by The Ministry of National Education. You will get the opportunity to see jewellery, handcrafts centre and a modern leatherwear show. Enjoy the experience of shopping whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen, with Murti's Tour's local escort full of knowledge about how to haggle the streets of Istanbul. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul. (Centre Of Istanbul)

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)
After breakfast at 09.30, we will take you to visit the thousands of different inhabitants of the sea world, including sharks, giant stingrays, piranhas, and octopuses. The first contemporary large aquarium in Turkey, Istanbul Sea Life Akvaryum, offers visitors a unique experience and introduces a variety of underwater creatures gathered from all over the world. There are 29 different aquariums with different themes from the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. The largest of the 29 aquariums at Istanbul Sea Life Akvaryum is filled with 5 million liters of water and includes an 80-meter-long acrylic underwater tunnel. The enormous observation deck, which offers 270-degree views of the magnificent aquarium, is the most impressive location. We invite you to explore the magical underwater world. 
Next, let the kids lose themselves in Legoland in Istanbul. Designed for youngsters aged three to 10, this indoor Lego playground boasts a 4D cinema, build-and-play zones, rides, and more. Watch them construct rockets at Space Mission, see a mini-Istanbul built from 1.5 million Lego bricks, rescue a princess on the Kingdom Quest ride, and browse the Lego shop. Admission to the Legoland Discovery Center in Istanbul Fire young imaginations with Lego rides and Lego play experiences. Build Space Mission rockets, ride a Kingdom Quest chariot, watch 4D films, and more. See Istanbul and European landmarks created in miniature from Lego bricks. There is a Lego store and coffee shop on site explore as you wish. Overnight in Istanbul. 

(Breakfast included)
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What's included

  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Other included

Not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Other not included

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