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LanguagesArabic, English
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This tour allows you to discover the most popular highlights of the Black Sea region in one seamless package. Round-trip flights from Istanbul, all transfers, comfortable accommodation in centrally located 3- or 4-star hotels, and professional guiding are included. Unlike many other programs, this package also covers entrance fees to key attractions such as the Sumela Monastery, Atatürk Mansion, and Hagia Sophia of Trabzon.
What sets it apart is the perfect balance of nature and culture: from the breathtaking beauty of Uzungöl and Ayder Plateau to the rich history of Sumela Monastery and Trabzon city sights. It’s a comprehensive, worry-free experience designed for travelers who want to explore the Black Sea in depth.
What's included
Transfers from Trabzon airport to hotel and return
Round-trip flights (Istanbul – Trabzon – Istanbul)
Round-trip transfers from Istanbul hotels to the airport
4 nights of comfortable accommodation in centrally located 3- or 4-star hotels(Trabzon city center)
Guided by professional English- and Arabic-speaking guides
Entrance fees (Sumela Monastery, Atatürk Mansion, Hagia Sophia)
Breakfasts at hotel
Lunch and Dinners -drinks
Personal expenses
What to expect
Day 1: Departure from Istanbul & Arrival in Trabzon (Free Time)
Istanbul
1h
Pickup from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport.
2h · Admission ticket included
Flight from Istanbul to Trabzon.
1h · Admission ticket included
Private transfer to your hotel in Trabzon city center and check-in.
Trabzon
1h
Rest of the day is free time to relax after the journey or explore the city on your own.
Day 2: Uzungöl Tour
Trabzon
1h
09:00 Pickup from hotel.
1h
Visit Sürmene (famous for handmade knives) and Of tea factory for tea tasting.
Uzungol
2h
Arrive at Uzungöl, the most famous lake in the Black Sea region.
Free time around the lake for photos, nature walks.
Trabzon
1h
18:00 Return to Trabzon hotel.
Day 3: Ayder Plateau Tour
Trabzon
1h
09:00 Pickup from hotel.
Firtina Deresi
1h · Admission ticket included
Scenic drive along Fırtına River, with photo stops at historical stone bridges.
Rize
1h
Visit Rize fabric weaving workshop and tea plantations.
Ayder Yaylasi
1h · Admission ticket included
Arrive at Ayder Plateau: famous for hot springs, waterfalls, and wooden houses.
Gelintulu Selalesi
1h
Visit Gelintülü Waterfall and enjoy free time for a nature walk.
Trabzon
1h
19:00 Return to hotel.
Day 4: Sumela Monastery Tour
Trabzon
1h
09:00 Pickup from hotel.
Altindere Vadisi National Park
1h
Drive through Altındere Valley National Park.
Sumela Monastery
1h · Admission ticket included
Visit the historic Sumela Monastery, built into the cliffs
Explore the monastery complex and enjoy panoramic views.
Short nature walk before returning.
Trabzon
1h
17:00 Return to hotel.
Day 5: Trabzon City Tour & Return to Istanbul
Trabzon
1h
09:00 Pickup from hotel.
Trabzon Hagia Sophia Museum
1h · Admission ticket included
Visit Hagia Sophia of Trabzon (Ayasofya), a Byzantine-era church turned mosque.
Ataturk Kosku
1h · Admission ticket included
Stop at Atatürk Mansion, surrounded by lush gardens.
1h
Continue to Boztepe Hill for panoramic city views and tea gardens.
Trabzon
2h
Free time at Trabzon city center & bazaar for shopping and souvenirs.
1h · Admission ticket included
16:00 Return transfer to Trabzon airport.
3h · Admission ticket included
Flight from Trabzon to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. The tour ends after the transfer.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Guests will be picked up from their hotels and transferred to the airport. The exact pickup time will be shared with travelers one day before departure. Please be ready at the hotel entrance at the communicated time.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
