9-Day Marmara Region Tour: Istanbul, Sapanca, Bursa & Yalova
Trip overview
Discover Istanbul and the wider Marmara region on a 9-day itinerary combining historic landmarks, island scenery, mountain landscapes and thermal springs. Explore Istanbul’s Old City and cruise the Bosphorus, take day trips to Sapanca and the Princes’ Islands, then continue to Bursa and Uludağ. The final regional stop is Yalova, known for its thermal area and nearby Sudüşen Waterfall. The package includes eight hotel nights—six in Istanbul, one in Bursa and one in Yalova—along with guided sightseeing, selected meals, road transfers and the ferry crossings specified in the itinerary. Domestic flights are not included or required.
Trip at a glance
- Duration08 Nights / 09 Days
- RouteIstanbul · Bursa · Yalova · Sapanca
- Travel stylePrivate or small group
- Guide languagesEnglish
- SeasonThis tour operates daily throughout the year.
Highlights and route
- 08 Nights / 09 Days
- Istanbul • Sapanca • Bursa • Yalova
- Ferry Tickets Included
- Join a scheduled small-group departure or request a private version of this itinerary. Private tour pricing and availability are confirmed upon request.
- Carefully Selected Hotels
- Flexible Travel Dates
- Fully Customizable Itinerary
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Day-by-day itinerary
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW), meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Check-in is available after 14:00. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast at 08:30, enjoy a guided tour of Istanbul. Visit the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople, including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, and Fountain of Wilhelm II. Continue to the iconic Blue Mosque and the magnificent Hagia Sophia. After lunch, explore the atmospheric Basilica Cistern, famous for its ancient columns and underground beauty. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
Visit the Spice Bazaar, then take a Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia. Cross the Bosphorus Bridge to Çamlıca Hill for panoramic city views, then visit Beylerbeyi Palace. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
Travel from Istanbul to Sapanca Lake and enjoy time by the water. Continue to the listed wildlife and botanical attraction, then have lunch in Maşukiye. Visit local waterfalls and continue to Kartepe for mountain views and walking trails. A ski-lift ride is optional and may depend on operating conditions. Return to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
Take a ferry across the Sea of Marmara to the Princes’ Islands. Enjoy time to explore the island on foot or use the island’s current local transport options. Return to Istanbul by ferry. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Eskihisar Ferry Terminal for the ferry crossing. Drive to Bursa, the first Ottoman capital. Shop for local products such as chestnuts, honey, olives, and Turkish delight. Continue to Uludag for lunch and free time. Optional ATV and ski activities are available. Visit Grand Mosque of Bursa and the historic Silk Market. Transfer to hotel and overnight in Bursa.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, travel from Bursa to Yalova, with time for a shopping stop en route. Check in to your resort hotel. Overnight in Yalova.
Meals: Breakfast
Visit Yalova’s thermal area and continue to Sudüşen Waterfall near Termal. Enjoy a short walk around Üvezpınar Village, then transfer to Yalova Ferry Terminal for the ferry to Istanbul. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check out by 12:00 and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your departure time.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
What is included
- Eight nights’ accommodation in selected 4-star hotels with breakfast
- Six days of scheduled small-group sightseeing with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees and transportation specified for the included tours
- Meals listed in the itinerary
- Istanbul airport and hotel transfers
- Road transfers included in the itinerary
- Ferry crossings specified in the itinerary, including the Princes’ Islands return trip, if covered by the package
- Eskihisar–Topçular car-ferry crossing en route to Bursa
- Yalova–Istanbul ferry crossing
What is not included
- International flights
- Optional ski-lift rides, ski activities, ATV rides and other activities not specifically listed as included
- Thermal bath, pool or spa entry fees, if not included in the package
- Meals and drinks not listed in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any service not specifically listed under “Included”
Trip requirements and practical information
Domestic flights
Not included
Walking level
Moderate
Passport and visas
Each traveler must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity beyond the intended date of return, unless otherwise required by the destination country. Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining all required visas, travel authorizations, vaccinations and other entry documentation.
Travel insurance
Magnificent Travel strongly recommends that all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. Magnificent Travel does not provide travel insurance.
Good to know
- This tour operates daily throughout the year
- Prices are per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults
- Tour itinerary can be customized upon request
- Transfers include 1 luggage allowance per person
- Once domestic flight tickets are issued, they cannot be changed or refunded
- A 100% cancellation fee applies for issued domestic flight tickets
- Domestic flight schedules are subject to change by the airline
Frequently asked questions
The tour includes Istanbul, Sapanca, Maşukiye, Kartepe, the Princes’ Islands, Bursa, Uludağ and Yalova. Visits include Istanbul’s historic landmarks, a Bosphorus cruise, Bursa’s Grand Mosque and Silk Market, and the Yalova thermal area and Sudüşen Waterfall.
No. This itinerary does not include domestic flights. Travel between destinations is by road and by the ferry crossings specified in the itinerary.
You explore Istanbul's old city and Bosphorus, take a Princes Islands excursion, enjoy Sapanca and Masukiye with its nature and zoo, visit Bursa and Uludag mountain, and relax at Yalova's thermal springs and waterfalls. It is a balanced mix of city sightseeing, mountain scenery, and thermal relaxation.
The package lists ferry tickets for the Bursa and Yalova transfers. The itinerary also includes ferry travel to and from the Princes’ Islands, so confirm that both island ferry tickets are included and list them explicitly in the package inclusions.
The package includes hotel accommodation throughout the 8 nights, along with guided tours and all transfers between Istanbul, Sapanca, Bursa, and Yalova. Breakfast is provided at the hotels, and a professional guide accompanies the touring days.
The physical difficulty is moderate. There is regular walking during city tours and at sites such as Bursa and the Princes Islands, but the overall pace is relaxed thanks to the thermal and nature days. Most travelers in reasonable health will find it comfortable.
The tour runs all year round. Spring and autumn are especially pleasant for Sapanca and Uludag, summer is great for the islands and lakes, and winter adds the option of snow at Uludag along with the warmth of Yalova's thermal springs.
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the tour date. Cancellations made within 30 days are subject to the trip cancellation policy and may involve charges, so we suggest booking your dates with a comfortable margin.
Yes, the itinerary can be customized. You can add extra nights in Istanbul, adjust the balance of city and nature days, or upgrade hotels. Contact Magnificent Travel with your preferred dates and group size for a personalized plan.
Yes. The tour is available throughout the year. Some outdoor or seasonal activities may depend on weather and operating conditions.
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Price and availability
From€1,575 per person
Starting price per person. The final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
The tour price is quoted per person and is based on a minimum of two adults. It does not apply to solo travelers. Prices may vary depending on the travel date.
Request a personalized quoteSeason
This tour operates daily throughout the year.
Payment summary
Deposit
50%
Required at the time of confirmation to secure all travel arrangements.
Balance
50%
Due no later than fifteen (15) days before the arrival date, regardless of the booking date.
We accept
Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer
Card payments may be subject to applicable bank processing fees.
Trip cancellation terms
Free cancellation 31 days or more before the tour date.
- Ferry tickets are non-refundable once issued.
- 31 days or more before arrival: Free cancellation; no cancellation fees apply.
- 30–21 days before arrival: 25% of the total land package price.
- 20–14 days before arrival: 50% of the total land package price.
- 13 days or less before arrival: 100% of the total package price.
- No-show: 100% of the total package price.