The journey begins in the historic port of Trabzon, where you will wander the streets that house the 13th-century Hagia Sophia, the elegant Atatürk Mansion and the panoramic Boztepe Hill. Each site reveals layers of Byzantine, Ottoman and modern Turkish history, while the city’s waterfront cafés invite you to taste local sweets and tea.
Heading east, the tour takes you to Rize’s terraced tea gardens, where you’ll sip freshly brewed tea amid sweeping mountain views. The adventure continues on the Ayder Plateau, a verdant highland famed for its mineral springs, and the Fırtına River, where you can join an optional white-water rafting session. A day at Uzungöl Lake offers serene walks along the shore, a visit to a traditional tea factory, and a glimpse of the region’s famous wooden bridge.
The cultural heart of the itinerary lies at the cliff-side Sumela Monastery, a 4th-century Byzantine sanctuary perched in Altındere National Park. After admiring its frescoed chambers, you’ll cross the historic Zigana Pass, sample the creamy sütlaç of Hamsiköy, and explore the pristine Hıdırnebi Plateau and the spectacular underground world of Çal Cave. Throughout, knowledgeable guides share stories of the Black Sea’s unique heritage, making every moment unforgettable.
All seven nights are spent at the same 4-star hotel in Trabzon, so there is no packing and unpacking, and every excursion includes hotel pick-up, private transport and an English-speaking licensed guide. Breakfast is included daily, while lunches and dinners are left free so you can try the local fish, pide and corn bread in village restaurants. A free day at the end gives time to relax before your flight.
| Tour type | Private · multi-day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 Days 7 Nights |
| Price | From €2,739 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 8 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
Your full program, day by day — click a day to see every stop.
Upon landing at Trabzon Airport you will be welcomed by a representative, assisted with luggage and escorted to your accommodation. The remainder of the day is yours to relax, stroll along the city’s waterfront, or begin to explore the local cafés at your own pace.
After breakfast, a private vehicle carries you to Rize, where you will wander a botanical tea garden and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Turkish tea while overlooking the verdant slopes. The journey continues to the Ayder Plateau, a high-altitude meadow famed for its thermal springs. En route, a stop in the Fırtına Valley gives the chance to join an optional white-water rafting trip on the river, followed by a glimpse of the traditional manual cable car used by locals.
Following breakfast, you head to the iconic Uzungöl Lake, nestled among pine-clad mountains. The day includes a visit to a local sweets shop for Turkish delight, a tour of a tea factory that explains the region’s famed production, and a short walk through a nearby horse farm. After strolling along the lake’s tranquil shore and admiring the Uzungöl Waterfalls, you will cross the historic Hapsiach Wooden Bridge before returning to Trabzon.
Today’s adventure begins in Altındere National Park, home to the dramatic Sumela Monastery clinging to a sheer cliff. A guided tour reveals the chapel, kitchen and living quarters of this 4th-century Byzantine site. The route then ascends to the Zigana Pass, a historic Silk Road crossing offering sweeping mountain panoramas. The day ends in the charming Hamsiköy Village, where you can sample the local rice pudding (sütlaç) before heading back to Trabzon.
After breakfast, you travel to the Hıdırnebi Plateau, a beloved highland retreat celebrated for its rolling green hills and the tranquil Hıdırnebi Lake, perfect for photography and quiet contemplation. Later, the expedition continues to Çal Cave, one of the world’s longest caves, where you will explore impressive stalactite formations and an underground stream.
The final full day in the Black Sea region is devoted to Trabzon’s cultural highlights. Starting with the Hagia Sophia Mosque, a superb example of Byzantine architecture restored for modern worship, you will then visit the elegant Atatürk Mansion and ascend Boztepe Hill for sweeping views of the city and sea. The tour also includes the Trabzon Botanical Garden and Sera Lake, where optional pedal boats are available, before tea at Boztepe and, time permitting, a shopping mall stop. Overnight in Trabzon.
A free day with no transport or tours scheduled: revisit favourite spots, shop for local crafts or relax at a café by the sea. Overnight in Trabzon.
Following breakfast, you will be escorted to Trabzon Airport for your onward flight, concluding the Black Sea discovery.
Arrival in Trabzon → Rize city and Ayder Plateau → Uzungöl Lake nature tour → Sumela Monastery, Zigana Pass & Hamsiköy → Hıdırnebi Plateau and Çal Cave → Trabzon city discovery → Leisure day in Trabzon → Transfer to airport
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