Private Full-Day Bursa Grand Mosque Tour from Istanbul
Description
We take you on a journey through history with the historical texture and structure of Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. We recommend you enjoy a magnificent lunch with the historical Iskender kebab, a dish unique to Bursa (optional). Take the opportunity to learn about Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, with our half-day tour organized in small groups departing from Istanbul. For centuries, the Ottoman Empire influenced a large part of Turkish culture, and on this tour you will experience some of Bursa's most historical places. See the Green Tomb and Green Mosque, famous for their tile decorations. Visit the 14th-century Grand Mosque and then enjoy lunch at a charming local restaurant. Finally, explore Koza Han, the old heart of the silk trade. This tour is limited to 15 people to ensure a quality experience.
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Itinerary
A wonderful trip to Turkey's largest ski resort by cable car The first place we will visit when we enter Bursa. Our guests who wish to go to Uludag, our guests who wish to go to our second point, the Ulu Mosque.
Visit silk fabric shops and gift shops in the historical market Read or buy the quality Silks of Kozahan Bursa, located in Bursa, the center of silk farming in the Ottoman Empire.
Visit the tombs of Ottoman founder Osman and his son Orhan Visit the Tombs of Osman Bey and His Son Orhan Bey, the Founder of the Ottoman Empire
The tomb has an octagonal plan, and a dome is covered by a high hoop. On one of the windows facing the mosque, the repair inscription dated h.1285 (1868) is noteworthy. Inside, there is the sarcophagus of the Halveti sheikh Emir Sultan, the son-in-law of Sultan Yıldırım Beyazid, filled with bars, and next to it are the sarcophagi of his son Emir Ali Çelebi and Hundi Sultan and his two daughters.
Visit the 600-year-old sycamore tree and drink a tea in her village Drink your tea under the shade of the oldest plane tree in Bursa, located in İnkaya, with the magnificent view of Bursa.
A journey to history will be made with the historical bursa grand mosque. See up close the magnificent architecture of the first largest mosque of the Ottoman Empire
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
WE PICK UP ALL OUR GUESTS FROM THEIR HOTEL OR ADDRESS AND DRAW THEM BACK TO THE SAME PLACE AT THE END OF THE TOUR.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels