Uludag Private Ski Day Trip from Istanbul with Hotel Pickup

5.0 (1 reviews) Istanbul, Turkey
Duration13h - 15h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Turkish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Escape Istanbul for a private day at Uludag, with hotel pickup, drop-off and an air-conditioned vehicle reserved exclusively for your group. Enjoy approximately 5–6 hours on the mountain: ski or snowboard when conditions allow, or relax and take in the scenery with family and friends.

Private transport, round-trip ferry fares, national park entrance fees and bottled water are included. Ski/snowboard equipment rental and lift/slope passes are not included and are paid locally if required; prices vary. Lunch, gratuities and personal expenses are also excluded.

The standard ferry route takes about 4 hours each way, with an overall duration of approximately 13–15 hours. An optional Osmangazi Bridge and motorway route takes around 2.5 hours each way; guests pay the additional cost difference, agreed in advance. Travel times and winter activities depend on traffic, weather, snow conditions and local availability.

Options

Private Uludag Tour by Vehicle (Up to 8 Guests)

Istanbul–Uludag round-trip by vehicle: Private round-trip transportation from Istanbul directly to the Uludag mountain area. Your vehicle takes you up to Uludag and returns you to Istanbul after your free time on the mountain.
Private VIP minivan: Mercedes Vito or a similar air-conditioned private vehicle for your group of up to 8 guests.
Pickup included

Private Mercedes Sprinter Tour (Up to 15 Guests)

Istanbul–Uludag round-trip by vehicle
Private Mercedes Sprinter: A private, air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter for your group of up to 15 guests, with hotel pickup, transportation to Uludag and return drop-off in Istanbul.
Pickup included

Private Uludag Tour by Vehicle (Up to 6 Guests)

Istanbul–Uludag round-trip by vehicle: Private round-trip transportation from Istanbul directly to the Uludag mountain area. Your vehicle takes you up to Uludag and returns you to Istanbul after your free time on the mountain. Hotel pickup and return drop-off are included.
Private air-conditioned vehicle for up to 6 guests
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Pickup and drop-off at your Istanbul hotel or agreed location
  • National Park entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round Trip Ferry Fares
  • Personal expenses and optional gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Optional ski/snowboard equipment rental and lift passes (paid locally)

What to expect

  1. Istanbul
    4h
    Begin with early-morning pickup from your hotel or agreed location in Istanbul, then travel directly to Uludag in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle reserved exclusively for your group.

    The standard route includes a ferry crossing over the Sea of Marmara and takes approximately 4 hours each way. An optional route via the Osmangazi Bridge and motorway can reduce the journey to approximately 2.5 hours each way; the additional cost difference is payable by guests and must be agreed in advance. Travel times depend on traffic, weather and road conditions.
  2. Uludag National Park
    5h
    Enjoy approximately 5–6 hours of free time at Uludag. When snow and operating conditions allow, spend the time skiing or snowboarding, or simply enjoy the mountain scenery and take photographs.

    Explore at your own pace with family or friends. Ski/snowboard equipment rental and lift/slope passes are not included in the tour price and are paid locally if required. Rental and activity prices vary. Guests bringing their own equipment can carry it in the private vehicle.

    Restaurants and cafes are available for lunch or a warm drink, at your own expense. Meet your driver at the agreed time and place for the return to Istanbul. Winter activities depend on snow, weather and local availability.
  3. Istanbul
    4h
    After your free time at Uludag, relax in your private vehicle on the return journey to Istanbul. The standard ferry route takes approximately 4 hours. If the optional bridge and motorway route has been agreed in advance, allow approximately 2.5 hours; guests pay the additional cost difference separately.

    Your driver will drop you off at your hotel or agreed location in the evening. The full day lasts approximately 13–15 hours on the standard ferry route, including around 5–6 hours at Uludag. Journey times and the return time depend on traffic, weather and road conditions.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please provide your hotel name and full address with your booking, or contact us after booking to confirm your pickup details. Your exact early-morning pickup time will be confirmed in advance. Please be ready at the agreed meeting point at the confirmed time.

Pickup is available within the designated Istanbul pickup area. If choosing Galataport, Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport, please provide your arrival details so we can confirm the meeting point and timing. Return drop-off is at the pickup location unless otherwise agreed.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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