Escape the city on this full-day Artvin day tour from Erzurum and discover one of Turkey's greenest and most dramatic corners. This fully guided daily excursion takes you from your Erzurum hotel deep into the Caucasus foothills, where glass terraces hang over wild valleys, waterfalls thunder through ancient forests, and a landslide-born lake glows emerald at 1,450 metres above sea level. It is the perfect Erzurum day trip for nature lovers and photographers alike.
Your daily tour begins in Artvin at Atatepe, where the city unfolds beneath you in a stunning aerial view. Nearby stands the colossal Ataturk statue, counted among the largest sculptures of its kind in the world. The journey continues to the Deep Dam, ranked among the highest concrete dams globally, whose terrace offers vertigo-inducing views and unforgettable photo opportunities. From there, the Hatila Valley glass viewing terrace lets you stand above one of the region's most dramatic gorges, while the Caucasus Plateau reveals a living highland culture where traditional bullfighting events are still held.
In the Macahel region, the village of Camili (Mahal) charms visitors with its historic wooden mosque and traditional timber architecture. A scenic walk leads to the 45-metre Maral Waterfall, one of the area's most impressive natural wonders. After a relaxing tea break in the central village, the day trip concludes at Karagol, a serene green lake created when a hillside near the Klakur Plateau slid down in the early 19th century. Surrounded by dense forest at 1,450 metres, it is an idyllic spot for a gentle walk before returning to Erzurum.
Practical notes: This is a relaxed-pace tour suitable for all ages (0–99). Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Erzurum, a professional English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport and all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included. Lunches and personal expenses are not included, so we recommend bringing some extra funds. Comfortable walking shoes are advised for the waterfall and lakeside trails.
| Tour type | Private · day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | Full Day |
| Price | From €299 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 5 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
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Daily Artvin Tour from Erzurum
Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Erzurum, followed by a scenic drive toward Artvin in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle. The first stop is Atatepe, where you can admire Artvin from a spectacular bird's-eye vantage point and see the monumental Ataturk statue, one of the largest sculptures of its kind in the world. Continuing on, you will visit the viewing terrace of the Deep Dam, ranked among the highest concrete dams in the world, with plenty of time to photograph the dramatic scenery below. The journey then leads to the Hatila Valley glass viewing terrace, offering thrilling views over the gorge, and the Caucasus Plateau, a highland area known for its traditional bullfighting culture. Next, you travel into the Macahel region to the village of Camili (Mahal), where you will photograph the charming village mosque and traditional wooden architecture before setting off on foot. A walk through lush nature brings you to the magnificent 45-metre Maral Waterfall, one of the highlights of the day. On the return route, you stop at the central village of Camili for a short tea break before continuing to Karagol, a paradise-green lake at 1,450 metres above sea level, formed by a landslide near the Klakur Plateau in the early 19th century. Here you can enjoy a relaxing walk through the surrounding forests. In the evening, you are driven back to Erzurum and dropped off at your hotel, bringing this memorable daily excursion to a close.
Erzurum → Artvin → Erzurum Atatepe → Maral → Karagol
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