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From Trabzon
Daily Trabzon Ecological Tour
Discover the Natural Beauty on this Daily Trabzon Ecological Tour
Embark on a delightful daily excursion from Trabzon to explore the stunning ecological landscapes and rich heritage of Turkey's Black Sea region. This immersive day trip introduces you to traditional regional craftsmanship, lush agricultural traditions, and breathtaking alpine scenery that rivals the famous European mountain ranges.
- Knife Artisans: Meet skilled local craftsmen creating famous handmade knives still actively used across the Black Sea area.
- Historic Tea Plantation: Visit a thriving tea estate operating since 1917 to learn about green tea cultivation in this unique climate.
- Optional Horse-Riding: Enjoy an optional hour of horseback riding amidst the fresh mountain air (extra cost).
- Uzungol Lake: Discover a magnificent lake at 1,090 meters elevation formed by an ancient landslide, featuring pristine nature and a scenic waterfall.
- Balikli Gol: Travel to a stunning mountaintop lake offering panoramic views and magnificent high-altitude scenery.
Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Trabzon aboard a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach. Accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide, you will first visit local artisans who handcraft traditional steel knives. Afterward, head to a historic tea plantation established in 1917, where you will witness firsthand how green tea thrives in the region's ideal weather conditions. Following an optional horseback riding experience, the tour continues toward the breathtaking valley of Uzungol.
Uzungol captivates visitors with its steep green slopes, dense forest canopy, and traditional houses that seamlessly blend into the surrounding wilderness. Enjoy ample free time to breathe the pure, clean mountain air and visit a picturesque local waterfall. The daily tour concludes with a scenic drive up to Balikli Gol, perched high atop a mountain ridge and providing unforgettable panoramic vistas before your comfortable return transfer to your hotel.
Quick facts
| Tour type | Private · day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 Day |
| Price | From €196 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 2 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
Tour Programme
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Tour Programme ▾
Trabzon Ecological Day Trip
Your day begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Trabzon by your professional guide and comfortable coach. The first stop introduces you to local artisans crafting traditional handmade knives utilized throughout the Black Sea area. Next, you will explore a historic tea plantation running since 1917, gaining insight into the region's famous tea cultivation and discovering how green tea grows. For those interested, an optional one-hour horseback riding activity is available at an extra cost. The excursion then proceeds to Uzungol, a stunning lake situated at 1,090 meters above sea level in a valley framed by steep slopes and glorious forests. Formed by a natural landslide that blocked the local stream, the area features charming alpine-style houses, pure clean air, and a lovely waterfall during your free time. Finally, head upward to Balikli Gol on a mountain peak to take in superb vistas and magnificent landscapes before returning to your hotel.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
- Guided Daily Trabzon Ecological Tour
- Lunch
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
✕ Not Included
- International or Domestic flights
- All types of insurance
- City tax
- Turkey entry visa
- Personal expenses and extras at hotels or additional meals
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Any other expenses not mentioned in the included section
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