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Iconic Black Sea Highlands and Batumi Tour Starting in Trabzon | 3 Nights’ Accommodation, Departing from Istanbul Airport
Enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling experience with accommodation immersed in nature in lush highlands, cool mountain air, and breathtaking views, while discovering Batumi’s colorful streets and the Black Sea’s hidden paradises all in one tour.
Trabzon – Hamsiköy – Sümela Monastery – Filigree and Kazaziye – Uzungöl - Çeçeva Tea Gardens – Fırtına Valley – Çamlıhemşin – Çinçiva (Şenyuva Village) – Zilkale – Palovit Waterfall – Ayder Plateau - Borçka Karagöl – Sarp Border Gate – Batumi – Georgian Night - Sarp Border Gate - Çeçeva Tea Gardens (Haremtepe Village) – Sürmene Knife Workshop - Tea Factory – Atatürk Mansion - Trabzon 3 Nights’ Accommodation Round-trip FLIGHTTrabzon – Hamsiköy – Sumela Monastery – Filigree and Kazaziye – Uzungöl – Lutsra and Karaester Plateau
From the Gallery of Nature to the Unique Valleys of the Black Sea
On the first day of our tour, we arrive at Istanbul Airport at least two hours before our morning flight time to complete our baggage and ticket procedures. After completing our procedures, we take our Turkish Airlines flight to Trabzon at 06:00. Following our enjoyable journey, which will take approximately 1.5 hours, we arrive in Trabzon, the gateway to the unique nature of the Black Sea. Meeting our vehicle waiting for us at the airport, we begin exploring the fascinating geography of the Black Sea, where green and blue meet.
Our first stop is Hamsiköy, which resembles a postcard with its view amid the mist, accompanied by the fascinating landscapes of the Zigana Mountains. Here, we will have breakfast, which guests who wish may purchase as an extra, accompanied by a magnificent view. Located at the foothills of the Zigana Mountains, this charming village is particularly known throughout Turkey for its famous Hamsiköy rice pudding. During our break here, guests who wish may taste the famous rice pudding (extra) and take photographs accompanied by unique mountain views.
After our visit to Hamsiköy, we head toward Maçka and arrive at Altındere National Park, one of the most important nature conservation areas in the Black Sea region. Following our journey by minibuses along the Coşandere Valley (extra), we complete the approximately 350-meter walking trail and reach Sumela Monastery, built into the steep cliffs of Karadağ like an eagle’s nest.
This magnificent structure, dating back to the fourth century, is of great importance not only in terms of Christian history but also for the culture of the Black Sea region. Accompanied by our guide’s explanations, we visit the sections of the monastery open to visitors and have the opportunity to photograph its historic frescoes, rock architecture, and fascinating view overlooking the valley.
After our visit to Sumela Monastery, we proceed to our restaurant to taste one of the most famous delicacies of Black Sea cuisine, Akçaabat meatballs. Guests who wish may have lunch here as an extra.
Following our meal break, we follow the Of–Çaykara route and head toward Uzungöl, which has become a symbol of the Black Sea region. Along the way, we take a shopping break where we can get to know Trabzon’s traditional handicrafts up close. We take a short shopping break at a store where you can see and purchase traditional handcraft products such as Trabzon woven silverwork, filigree, and kazaziye.
When we arrive at Uzungöl, dense forests surrounding the lake, wooden highland houses, suspension bridges, and the peaceful atmosphere of nature welcome us. During our free time here, you can walk around the lake, enjoy the scenery, and experience the unique nature of the Black Sea up close.
Guests who wish are offered the opportunity to join the Lustra and Karaster Plateaus Tour, organized as an extra. As we ascend by minibuses toward an altitude of approximately 2,400 meters, we take photography breaks at scenic viewpoints and have the opportunity to view Uzungöl from above by taking short walks along the highland roads. Guests who do not join the extra tour can spend their free time in Uzungöl.
At the end of the day, we depart from Uzungöl and head to our hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at our hotel.
Dining Information:
Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel as a set menu or buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Lunch: Will be served at a suitable restaurant in Trabzon (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Will be served at the hotel as a set menu or buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Accommodation: Trabzon / Golden Inn Hotel, Çaykara Park Hotel, Grand Çaykaram Hotel, Royal Comfort Hotel, Arsen Hotel, Bayrak Grand Hotel, Grand 464 Hotel, Rhisos Gold Hotel and similar hotels.
Çeçeva Tea Gardens – Fırtına River – Çamlıhemşin – Çinçiva (Şenyuva Village) – Zilkale – Palovit Waterfall – Ayder Plateau
From Fırtına Valley to the Sea of Clouds in the Heart of the Black Sea
We begin the third day of our tour with breakfast at our hotel. In the morning, we first visit the Rize Cloth Workshop, one of the important symbols of Black Sea culture. Here, we receive information about the region’s traditional weaving culture and have the opportunity to closely observe the production stages of Rize cloth. Guests who wish may also shop for local products.
We then set off for Ayder Highland, one of the first places that comes to mind when the Black Sea is mentioned. Located at approximately 1,350 meters above sea level, Ayder Highland is one of the Black Sea’s most special regions, with its lush green nature, thermal springs, and unique atmosphere. Here, we see Gelintülü Waterfall and Horon Square, and enjoy free time to experience the highland atmosphere.
After our visit to Ayder, we continue toward Ardeşen and arrive at our facility located on the banks of Fırtına Valley. During our free time here, guests who wish may have lunch consisting of local delicacies at an extra charge. You will also have the opportunity to try Laz böreği, one of the indispensable flavors of Black Sea cuisine.
Following our meal break, fun-filled activities for adrenaline and nature enthusiasts begin. The zipline activity offered at an extra charge on Fırtına Stream provides thrilling moments with its course measuring approximately 10 meters in height and 400 meters in length. Guests who wish may join the extra rafting activity lasting approximately 1.5 hours under the guidance of expert instructors and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the turbulent waters of the Black Sea. We can also make our day even more colorful with the extra giant swing and ATV safari activities.
After these enjoyable moments, we arrive in Çamlıhemşin. In this area, one of the Black Sea’s most special natural destinations, guests who wish join us as we transfer to our minibuses for our extra highland tours. The highland tours, which will take place subject to weather conditions and sufficient participation, offer the opportunity to discover the Black Sea’s purest and most impressive nature.
- Highland Tour Package
Çinçiva Village (Şenyuva) – Palovit Waterfall – Zilkale – Boxwood Forests – Elevit Highland
On this tour, we visit Şenyuva (Çinçiva) Village, one of the most iconic points of Fırtına Valley. In this area, which stands out with its stone arch bridges, wooden houses, and authentic village atmosphere, we enjoy pleasant walks and take unique photographs. We then see Palovit Waterfall, one of the most powerful waterfalls in the Black Sea region. Afterwards, we view the historic Zilkale, which draws attention with its commanding position overlooking the valley, from a panoramic perspective; passing through the Boxwood Forests, considered one of the world’s most unique ecosystems, we reach Elevit Highland. We take pleasant breaks during which we can fully experience the highland atmosphere.
- Highland Tour Package
Çinçiva Village (Şenyuva) – Zilkale – Pokut Highland – Sal Highland
Our alternative highland tour also begins with Şenyuva Village, followed by a visit to the historic Zilkale. We then ascend to Pokut Highland, which offers one of the Black Sea’s most impressive views. At this highland, famous for its sea of clouds view, we feel the enchanting atmosphere of nature and take unique photographs. Our tour continues with a visit to Sal Highland, which has preserved its natural character and stands out with its postcard-like scenery.
Guests who do not wish to join the extra highland tours may spend free time in Çamlıhemşin. We especially recommend the highland tours to guests who wish to see the Black Sea’s nature at its most impressive.
After this beautiful day filled with nature, adventure, and Black Sea culture, we set off for our hotel. Dinner and overnight accommodation are at our hotel.
Meals:
Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel as a set menu or buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Lunch: Will be served at the facility in Fırtına Valley (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Will be served at the hotel as a set menu or buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Accommodation: Rize / Patulya Hotel, Oris Green Hotel, Çay Boutique Hotel, Huzur Konak Hotel, Zafran Hotel, Ceymakçur Zafran Hotel, Doğra Resort Hotel, Oris Hotel, Natura Hotel and similar hotels.
Borçka Karagöl – Sarp Border Gate – Batumi – Georgian Night
Batum’s Colorful World from the Black Sea to the Caucasus
We begin the fourth day of our tour with breakfast at our hotel. Today, a special route awaits us, where we will see the unique nature of the Black Sea and the modern face of Caucasian culture together.
In the morning, together with our guests who wish to join, we set off for our Borçka Karagöl optional tour, heading toward Karagöl, located within the borders of Artvin’s Borçka district and known as a “hidden paradise” due to its natural beauty (optional). In Borçka, we transfer to our minibuses and set out for our visit to Karagöl. Formed as a landslide-dammed lake, Karagöl offers its visitors a natural beauty where time seems to stand still, with its dense forest cover, enveloping surroundings, silence, and peaceful atmosphere. Our guests who do not wish to join this optional tour can enjoy free time in Borçka town center. Following our visit to Karagöl, we return to Borçka by minibus and transfer to our vehicle.
Following our enjoyable visit surrounded by nature, we reach Sarp Border Gate via Hopa and, after completing our identification procedures, enter Georgia. We begin our journey toward Batumi, located on the eastern coast of the Black Sea and notable for its modern architecture.
First, we head to the Makhuntseti region near Batumi. Here, we visit an authentic winery (Adjarian Wine House) where we can get to know one of the most important traditions of Georgian culture, wine production, up close. Our guests who wish may taste Georgian wines and shop (entrance fee is extra).
Next, we see the historic Makhuntseti Stone Bridge , believed to have been built during the reign of Georgian Queen Tamar. Afterwards, we take a short walk and photo break at Makhuntseti Waterfall, located amid lush greenery. We enjoy pleasant moments accompanied by the waterfall’s cool atmosphere and the soothing sounds of nature.
After our visit to Makhuntseti, we head toward Batumi city center and begin our city tour. Along the way, we have a panoramic view of Gonio Fortress, located on the Black Sea coast and notable for its history dating back to the Roman period.
When we reach the city center, our first stop is Europe Square. Here, our guide provides information about the Statue of Medea, one of the important figures of Caucasian mythology. We then proceed to Piazza Square, one of Batumi’s most enjoyable spots. We have free time in this square, which draws attention with its European-style architecture, cafés, and lively atmosphere.
As our tour continues, we visit Saint Nicholas Church, which is still open for worship. Afterwards, at Theater Square, we see the Statue of Poseidon, the historic theater building, and the Cathedral of the Mother of God. We enjoy a panoramic view and take a photo break at the Alphabet Tower, which has become one of Batumi’s symbols and is dedicated to the Georgian alphabet.
Our next stop is the Ali & Nino Statue, located on the Batumi waterfront and famous for its story. We take photos in front of this impressive statue, notable for its moving structure, and experience the pleasant atmosphere of Batumi Boulevard.
Following our city tour, we check in to our hotel. Our guests who wish may join the optional Georgian Night program with dinner organized in the evening. An unforgettable night awaits us, accompanied by live music, traditional folk dances, and special flavors of Georgian cuisine.
Our guests who do not wish to join the Georgian Night program can spend the evening freely in Batumi city center . Overnight stay at our hotel in Batumi.
Food and Beverage Information:
Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel as a Set Menu or Open Buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Batumi (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Will be served at the Georgian Night to be organized in Batumi (Extra/Optional)
Accommodation: Batumi / La Quinta by Wyndham Batumi, Marina Club Batumi, Euphoria Hotel Batumi, Grand Bellagio Batumi and similar hotels.
Sarp Border Crossing – Çeçeva Tea Gardens (Haremtepe Village) – Sürmene Knife Workshop – Tea Factory – Atatürk Mansion – Trabzon – Airport Transfer
On the final day of our tour, after having breakfast at our hotel, we head towards the Sarp Border Gate. We allow free time for customs procedures and shopping at the Free Shop, and then enter Türkiye. Before saying farewell to the greenery of the Black Sea, we travel to the Çayeli district of Rize. We will take our tour of Çeçeva Village (Haremtepe), which has gained fame in recent years through TV series, film and commercial productions. This excursion, which we will take using local minibuses, is included in the tour price. As we make our way through lush green tea gardens that seem endless, we witness one of the Black Sea’s most iconic landscapes. During the photo breaks we take among the tea fields stretching out step by step, we have the opportunity to capture unforgettable shots.
Following our visit to Çeçeva, we will view Rize Castle panoramically and allow a short period of free time for lunch. Afterwards, we stop at our shop, where we will learn about the Black Sea’s famous Sürmene Knives and have the opportunity to shop for knives. Later in the day, we take a short break at a local shopping store where we can find regional products such as butter, honey, kolot cheese and corn flour. Afterwards, we head to a tea production facility to discover the story of tea, an indispensable part of the Black Sea region. Here, we experience tea picking, taste loose-leaf and flavored tea varieties, and complete our shopping. After our time surrounded by local products, we will go to our restaurant for an extra meal break.
Following our meal break, we head to the Trabzon city center. Here, we first visit Atatürk Mansion . This historic mansion, presented to Atatürk as a gift by the people of Trabzon, draws attention with its architecture and details that shed light on the period. Afterwards, accompanied by our guide’s explanations, we learn about the Hagia Sophia Museum of Trabzon panoramically and become closely acquainted with the region’s historical and cultural fabric.
In the evening, we arrive at Trabzon Airport, take a group photo in front of the airport as a final memento of our enjoyable Black Sea tour, and say goodbye to our guide and captain. After completing the baggage and ticket procedures at the airport, we begin our return journey with the 22:25 Trabzon – Istanbul Airport flight. Having completed this special tour, filled with the unique nature, highland plateaus, culture and unforgettable memories of the Eastern Black Sea , we say goodbye to you until we meet again at another event.
Dining Information:
Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel as a set menu or buffet (Included in the Tour Price)
Lunch: Will be taken during free time in Rize or Trabzon (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Dinner arrangements on the return day will be made according to preference (Extra/Optional) Accommodation: There is no accommodation on the return day.
Important Information – Batumi Border Crossing
Under the agreement between Türkiye and Georgia, entry into Batumi is only possible with a new chip-enabled photographic identity card containing a Turkish Republic ID number or a passport. Crossing with other documents, such as a driver's license or institutional ID card, is strictly not possible. (Entry into Georgia is not possible with old-type identity cards.) Our guests are required to carry their new-type photographic Turkish Republic identity cards with them during the trip.
If our guests under the age of 18 are not traveling with both their mother and father, they are required to present a notarized parental consent form. In addition, all child and infant passengers must have a photograph on their identity cards.
The international departure fee that may be applied during Batumi departure procedures is payable by the guest.
It has become mandatory for all Turkish Republic citizens entering Georgia to obtain international travel health insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000. The insurance certificate may be presented physically or digitally. (INCLUDED IN THE
FEE)
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Child Discounts and Circular Rules
The child discount is valid for the 7–12 age range. The tour circular is valid as of the date of its publication, 19.01.2026. Circulars published at later dates for the same tour invalidate the previous circular.
Mandatory additional services are included in the tour price.
Important Information About Tours with Flights
- For tours with flights, all procedures related to flights are subject to the provisions of the airline agreement.
- Cancellation insurance does not cover air transportation.
- A graduated pricing system is applied; the advertised prices are prices starting from the lowest class.
- Economy-class flights are used in tour programs with flights.
- Airline tickets are issued together as round-trip tickets. If the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also becomes invalid in accordance with the airlines' “sequential use” rule. Therefore, participation in only the return flight is not possible.
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Museum – Archaeological Site – National Park Entrances
All museum, archaeological site and national park entrance fees are payable by our guests. To benefit from advantages at museums and archaeological sites where the Museum Card is valid, our guests may obtain a card from Museum Card sales points before or during the tour.
Package Price Coverage
Our package tour prices include hotel accommodation, transportation and the surrounding excursions specified in the program.
Break Locations
Breaks are taken at rest facilities along the route. Due to crowding, renovations or similar force majeure reasons, break locations may be changed provided that they are equivalent in terms of service quality and location.
Extra Tours and Program Flow
Night tours and extra excursions included in the tour program are organized depending on the number of participants and the availability of the assigned staff. Extra tours carried out en route may take place even if not all guests participate. Our guests who do not wish to join the extra tour will be directed by our guide to rest areas before the city entrances or to city centers. In this case, guests who agree to wait at the rest area are considered to have participated in the tour.
Due to weather conditions, road conditions or similar reasons, the guide may change the order of the program (visiting points within the day or between days) if deemed necessary.
Go-Turkey cannot be held responsible for locations that cannot be visited despite being included in the program due to force majeure (weather conditions, road conditions, crowding at visiting points, etc.) or because guests do not comply with the timings given by the guide.
Health Notice
Our guests are required to carry with them reports and information regarding any health problems they may experience during the tour, pregnancy or medications they regularly use.
Accommodation Information
The hotel names specified in the program are the primary accommodation facilities. Hotels may be changed depending on availability. Upon request, information about the hotel where guests will stay will be shared with them no later than 48 hours before the tour departure. If a hotel change is made due to crowding or force majeure reasons, provided that the standards remain the same, our guests will be informed by Go-Turkey representatives.
Important Notes
- On tours with flights, flight delays may occur due to congestion.
- Night tours are extra and are organized according to participation.
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Vehicles Used
Tour vehicles are planned as follows according to the number of participants:
Bus (28–46 people):
Mercedes Travego / Tourismo, Neoplan Cityliner / Tourliner, Mitsubishi Safir
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, kitchen unit, reading lamps, announcement system, CD/DVD)Midibus (17–27 people):
Isuzu Turkuaz
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, announcement system)Minibus (up to 16 people):
VW Volt, VW Volt EL, Mercedes Sprinter, Mercedes Sprinter EL
(Specially designed reclining seats, ABS, ASR, air conditioning, refrigerator, announcement system)Recommendations
- Clothing and footwear suitable for the geographical structure and weather conditions of the tour region should be preferred.
- It is recommended that you bring the necessary charging equipment for taking photographs and videos.
- Regularly used medications should not be forgotten; allergic, chronic or hereditary conditions should be reported to the guide.
- Personal care products, a backpack and personal items that will make the journey enjoyable should be kept with you.
- For programs that include boat tours and swimming breaks, it is recommended that you bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and similar seaside equipment.
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- The tour program flow may be changed provided that the guide and agency content remains the same.
- Guests who register are deemed to have accepted the agency's general conditions.
- Child discounts are valid on the condition of accommodation in the same room with two adults. (A baby aged 0–2 is 2200 TL)
- Entry into Georgia is carried out with new identity cards.
- A photograph is mandatory on the identity cards of children of ALL age groups entering Georgia.
- For children under the age of 18 entering Georgia, if traveling only with their mother or only with their father, a notarized
approved parental consent form must be presented.
GEORGIA (BATUMI – TBILISI) BORDER CROSSING INFORMATION
- Crossing into Georgia is only possible with a new-type chip-enabled Turkish Republic Identity Card or a passport. Old-type identity cards are not valid.
- The chip on identity cards must be intact and the cards must not be broken, cracked or excessively worn. The chip on the back of the identity cards must be checked.
- All guests, including babies and children, are required to have new-type identity cards with photographs. Georgian authorities do not accept identity cards without photographs.
- The tour company is not responsible for border crossing problems that may occur due to deformation, damage or the absence of a photograph on identity cards.
- For guests under the age of 18 to cross into Georgia, both their mother and father must be present with them.
- If one of the mother or father is absent, a notarized parental consent form must be obtained from the absent parent.
- If both the mother and father are absent, notarized parental consent forms from both parents are mandatory.
- It is mandatory to obtain a fee stamp for crossings into Georgia. The fee stamp can be obtained at the Sarpi Border Gate, and the fee is paid by the guests.
- According to Georgian laws, no medication is allowed to be brought into the country. Legal proceedings may be initiated against individuals carrying medication.
- For day trips, only one box of medication required for use during the day may be carried without its packaging and wrapped in paper.
- To bring alcohol, cigarettes and similar products when returning from Georgia to Türkiye, it is required to stay in Georgia for at least three days. These products are not permitted to be brought in during day trips.
- Seasonal congestion may occur at the Sarpi Border Gate. Therefore, there may be an early departure from the hotel in the morning or a late arrival at the hotel in the evening.
- Foreign-national guests who entered Türkiye with a passport must have a multiple-entry Turkish visa in order to travel to Georgia and return to Türkiye.
- Entry requirements for Georgia may vary according to the visa agreements between Georgia and the country to which the passport or identity card belongs.
- Citizens of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus may enter Georgia with a Turkish Republic identity card if they entered Türkiye with a Turkish Republic identity card.
- Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus citizens who entered Türkiye with a European Union passport must obtain a multiple-entry visa in order to return to Türkiye.
- All guests must follow the guide's instructions during border crossings.
- Border crossing procedures are entirely under the control of the official authorities of Georgia and Türkiye, and the tour company cannot be held responsible for any delays that may occur.