Ayder Tour with Fırtına Valley Adventure: Full-Day Experience

1. Rize Province
   1h 30m
   Depart from Trabzon at 09:00 for a full-day tour to Ayder Plateau and Fırtına Valley. Enjoy scenic views along the Black Sea coastline during the approximately 1.5-hour drive, passing through coastal towns and lush landscapes as the route gradually leads inland toward the mountains.
2. 1h 30m
   Enjoy a 1–2 hour activity break in Fırtına Valley, set alongside the rushing Fırtına River. During this time, you may join optional activities such as rafting, ziplining, or swinging, or simply relax and take in the lively riverside atmosphere.
3. Ayder Yaylasi
   Pass by
   After the activity break, continue the journey toward Ayder Plateau, passing through forested roads and mountain scenery as the landscape gradually opens up to the highlands.
4. Ayder Yaylasi
   4h
   Ayder Plateau is a natural highland retreat located at an altitude of 1,400 meters, at the foot of the Kaçkar Mountains. The first stop is Gelin Tülü (Bridal Veil) Waterfall, named for its elegant flow resembling a bridal veil as it cascades from a height of approximately 50 meters. Nearby, the Glass Terrace offers a unique perspective over the waterfall via a 20-meter glass walkway and is an excellent spot for photos.
   
   Continue to the Ayder Plateau Observation Terrace for a panoramic view of the plateau, where you can observe the surrounding nature and local highland life from above. After the visits, enjoy free time in Ayder Plateau until 16:00 to explore, relax, or visit local cafés.
5. Trabzon
   2h
   During your free time until 16:00, you may enjoy lunch, relax with tea or coffee at countryside cafés, watch the traditional horon dance accompanied by the sound of the tulum (local bagpipe), or even join in if you wish.
   
   After the sightseeing and free time, meet at the tour vehicle at 16:00 and depart for Trabzon. Following necessary breaks along the way, arrive back in Trabzon, marking the end of the tour.

Pickup details

> Before departure we will contact you for the list of participants.
>> Guests at the meeting places and the hotel must be ready at the requested time. Please note that the welcome time stated on the voucher is approximate and may vary up to 30 minutes depending on traffic in Trabzon.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels