HIDDEN VALLEYS OF THE BLACK SEA

TURKEY
SINGLE-COUNTRY TOUR
Starting at AED
Premium Tour
6 Nights / 7 Days Tour
All Year Round
Bespoke Private Tours | Escorted Group Tours
Southeastern Europe, Europe, Asia
(EGPTZF-3505352-TR)
Trabzon, Uzungöl, Ayder, Hıdırnebi, Sürmene, Zigana, Hamsiköy
This 7-day tour explores the untouched beauty of Turkey’s Eastern Black Sea region, featuring stunning landmarks like Uzungöl, Ayder Plateau, Zigana Pass, Hıdırnebi Plateau, and the fascinating Çal Cave. From majestic plateaus and scenic valleys to historic monasteries and vibrant city life, each day balances nature, culture, and leisure. Stay at centrally located hotels in Trabzon while venturing into lush forests, ancient caves, and charming mountain villages. Enjoy authentic experiences such as tea tasting, sampling local cuisine, and admiring sweeping panoramic viewpoints. Perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful, immersive journey into Turkey’s greenest corners.
Making memories since 2002 !

DAY 01: ARRIVAL, TRABZON
Meet and greet at Trabzon Airport with private transfer to your city-center hotel
Hotel check-in from afternoon, rest of the day at leisure
Explore Meydan Square, with its cafés, restaurants, and shops
Option to relax at the hotel or stroll through the bustling city center
Assistance for extended stays available upon request
Overnight stay in Trabzon
Meals: Not included
DAY 02: SUMELA MONASTERY, ZIGANA, HAMSIKÖY
Morning departure to Altındere National Park for the Sumela Monastery
Short minibus ride and forest walk to reach the site
Visit the monastery complex with chapels, library, holy spring, and aqueducts
Lunch at a local restaurant before continuing toward Zigana Pass
Scenic drive via the old Zigana Road to Hamsiköy Village
Taste the village’s famous rice pudding (sütlaç)
Return to hotel, evening at leisure in Trabzon
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
DAY 03: UZUNGÖL, HALDIZEN VALLEY
Depart to Uzungöl, stopping at a tea factory and Sürmene Knife outlet
Scenic journey through Solaklı Valley surrounded by tea gardens and villages
Visit the Observation Terrace and Artificial Waterfalls
Free time for activities, lakeside walks, and dining in Uzungöl
Optional lunch at local restaurants with panoramic views
Depart Uzungöl by evening and return to hotel
Free evening in the city
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
DAY 04: AYDER PLATEAU, STORM VALLEY
Morning drive along the coast to Fırtına Valley, a UNESCO ecological region
Optional rafting, zipline, or swing activities available in the valley
Continue through Çamlıhemşin Road to reach Ayder Plateau
Visit Gelintülü Waterfall, followed by free time on the plateau
Enjoy tea or coffee in front of the falls or take a short nature walk
Return to hotel after a brief stop en route
Evening at leisure in Trabzon
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
DAY 05: TRABZON CITY TOUR
Visit Atatürk Mansion, home to original 20th-century furnishings
Explore Trabzon Botanical Park, the region’s only botanical garden
Continue to Trabzon Aquarium, the world’s first tunnel aquarium
Drive past historic landmarks including Trabzon Castle and Zağnos Valley
Visit Trabzon City Museum and the 13th-century Hagia Sophia Mosque
Lunch break at Sera Lake, followed by a stop at Boztepe Terrace
Return to hotel for final evening at leisure
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
DAY 06: ÇAL CAVE, HIDIRNEBI PLATEAU, DEPARTURE
Hotel check-out after breakfast, then depart for Çal Cave (1050m)
Explore one of the world’s longest caves and enjoy a café break
Continue to Hıdırnebi Plateau (1600m), known for cool air and green landscapes
Free time to explore the plateau, shops, mosques, and traditional homes
Group gathers for return to Trabzon city
Meals: Breakfast at hotel
Day 07: TRABZON CITY Departure
Day at Leisure
Private Transfer to Trabzon Airport to board your flight back to the UAE
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INDICATIVE PACKAGE PRICES
On Request
Package pricing is influenced by several factors, including the number of travelers, selected hotel category, chosen travel dates, and availability at the time of booking.
INDICATIVE HOTELS

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INCLUSIONS
5 nights accommodation at a city center hotel in Trabzon with daily breakfast
All transportation and excursions as per itinerary in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Free pick-up and drop-off from Trabzon Airport, intercity bus terminal, and city center hotels
Park and national park entrance fees (e.g., Altındere National Park, Sera Lake Nature Park, Hıdırnebi Plateau)
VAT and all applicable local taxes
Services of local driver and support staff throughout the tour
Visa assistance
Visa appointment fee (Standard Category)
Lunches and dinners throughout the tour
Entrance fees to museums and historical monuments (e.g., Sumela Monastery, Trabzon Aquarium, Hagia Sophia Mosque)
Tips for guides and drivers
Optional activities such as rafting, ziplining, or swing rides in Fırtına Valley
Personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs, snacks, or laundry
Additional nights before or after the tour unless pre-arranged
Travel insurance or flight tickets to/from Trabzon
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