Istanbul - Arrival Day

Istanbul - Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival in Istanbul, transfer from the airport to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy an overnight stay in Istanbul.

Istanbul City Tour

Istanbul - Embark on a city tour of Istanbul. Start at the ancient Hippodrome, once the site of chariot races, featuring the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. Continue to the Sultanahmet Mosque, opposite St. Sophia, built in the 16th century by architect Mehmet. Known as the Blue Mosque, it boasts stunning blue Iznik tiles. The final stop is the renowned Hagia Sophia, originally constructed by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and rebuilt by Justinian in the 6th century, a true architectural wonder. After the tour, consider a Bosphorus Cruise for breathtaking views of the strait connecting Asia and Europe. The evening is free to explore Istanbul at your leisure. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.

Seven Lakes and Abant Lake Tour

Abant Golu Tabiat ParkI - Explore seven lakes at varying elevations, connected by footpaths. Discover Buyukgol (Big Lake), Seringol (Cool Lake), Deringol (Deep Lake), Nazligol (Elegant Lake), Kucukgol (Small Lake), Incegol (Thin Lake), and Sazligol (Reedy Lake) in a landslide-formed valley. The lakes cover 550 hectares, while the National Park spans 2019 hectares, making it a popular trekking destination. Accommodations include small bungalows managed by the Forestry Ministry. The area also features deer and trout farms. An entrance fee applies based on vehicle type and visitor count. Picnic facilities include tables, firepits, and fountains. Fishing is permitted in Yedigoller from April 1st to September 1st. Enjoy lunch before heading to Abant Lake.

Safranbolu

Ilgarini Cave Pinarbasi

Pinarbasi - Journey to Ilgarini Cave in the Pinarbasi region (northwest of Kastamonu), one of Turkey’s largest caves. Ideal for trekking and off-the-beaten-path exploration, the cave consists of two sections with ongoing stalactite and stalagmite formations. A chapel and burial ground have been discovered within. Ilgarini Cave ranks as the 4th largest cave globally. Access requires trekking, so appropriate footwear is essential. Dinner and overnight in Pinarbasi.

Ilica Waterfall and Valla Canyon

Pinarbasi - Visit Ilica Waterfall in Kure National Park, near Pinarbasi, located in Kastamonu Province’s Black Sea region. After lunch, relax in this charming Turkish village or take a 4km walk to Varla Canyon. Dinner and overnight in Pinarbasi.

Comlekciler Village Horse Riding

Halacoglu Valley Tour

Kastamonu

Hattusa Tour - Amasya

Amasya - Explore Yazilikaya, an open-air temple ruin of the Hittites, featuring rock carvings of Hittite deities. Visit Hattusas, the grand temple, and city ruins, including the Gates of Lion and King. Discover the Hittites’ summer palace and drive to Alacahoyuk, the first capital of the Hittites and Hatti civilization. Dinner and overnight in Amasya.

Amasya Tour – Free Day

Amasya - Enjoy a free day to explore Amasya at your own pace. Dinner and overnight in Amasya.

Amasya - Trabzon

Trabzon - Depart from Amasya to Trabzon, enjoying a scenic bus ride through the Black Sea mountain ranges. Upon arrival in Trabzon, check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Trabzon.

Trabzon, Sumela Monastery, Zigana and Karaca Cave

Trabzon - Head to Sumela Monastery, a 4th-century marvel perched on a cliff in a dense forest. Relax by a rushing stream at Altindere Valley National Park. After lunch, travel along the historic Silk Road through the Zigana Mountains to Karaca Cave, renowned for its stunning colors and formations. Return to Trabzon for dinner and overnight stay.

Trabzon - Uzungol

Trabzon - Visit St. Sophia (Ayasofya), a 13th-century church with an impressive collection of Byzantine frescoes. Continue to Gulbahar Hatun Mosque, Castle, and Ataturk’s Mansion, a scenic hillside retreat. Explore Ortahisar Mosque, a Comneni cathedral in the old town, and Girls’ Monastery, a 13th-century nunnery by Alexios III. Enjoy a panoramic city view from Boztepe. Depart for Uzungol, a picturesque location, with lunch at a fish restaurant and sightseeing. Dinner and overnight in Uzungol.

Rize - Firtina Valley - Ayder

Ayder Yaylasi - Travel to Ayder, visit the botanic garden, and enjoy a panoramic view of Rize. Drive through the beautiful Firtina Valley to Camlihemsin, admiring waterfalls, stone bridges, and lush forests at the base of the majestic Kackar Mountains. Enjoy lunch and sightseeing in Ayder. Dinner and overnight in Ayder.

Ayder - Borca - Karagol - Artvin

Yusufeli - Erzurum

Erzurum - End of Tour

Istanbul - In the morning, visit Selchuk & Mongolian monuments, including Cifte Minareli Medrese, a theological school with twin minarets, and Yakutiye Medrese, built by Mongolian Prince Olcayto in 1308, featuring a beautifully tiled minaret. Explore Ulu Mosque and Erzurum Castle. Transfer to Erzurum airport for your homebound flight, bidding farewell.

• Guided Ilgarini Cave, Ilisu Waterfall and Varla Canyon Tour
• Professional English-speaking tour guides
• Guided Trabzon Sumela Monastery, Zigana and Karaca Cave Tour
• 2 nights hotel in Pinarpasi
• Guided Safranbolu Tour
• 2 nights hotel in Istanbul
• 2 nights hotel in Comlekciler
• Dinner
• 2 nights hotel in Amasya
• Breakfast
• 1 night hotel in Safranbolu
• Guided Pinarbasi Tour
• Guided tour in Rize, Firtina Valley and Ayder
• Hotel Room Taxes
• Guided Uzungol Tour
• 1 night hotel in Erzurum
• 1 night hotel in Abant
• Guided tour in Borca, Karagol Artvin
• 1 night hotel in Artvin
• Guided Kastamonu Tour
• Departure Airport transfer from Erzurum to Istanbul
• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
• Guided Hattusa Tour
• 1 night hotel in Hattusa
• Guided tour in Yusufeli and Erzurum Tour
• Guided Istanbul City Tour
• 1 night hotel in Ayder
• Guided Seven Lakes and Abant Lake Tour
• 1 night hotel in Uzungol
• Accommodation in 4 Star hotels, village houses, bungalows and boutique hotels
• Guided Amasya Tour
• Guided Comlekciler Village and Halacoglu Valley Tour
• Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul International Airport
• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
• 2 nights hotel in Trabzon

• International flights
• Domestic flight from Erzurum to Istanbul
• Insurance: All types
• City tax
• Tipping
• Turkey entry visa
• Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
• Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

Welcome to Turkey! Along the northern coastline of the Black Sea, you’ll discover charming agricultural villages that dot the ancient trade routes of yesteryear. The stunning scenery and challenging lifestyle are more than compensated by the warmth and hospitality of the local communities. As the tour progresses from Istanbul through the mountains to the eastern edges of the country, local villagers will reveal the hidden gems of their surroundings. There’s always something special just around the corner, and the spontaneity of the people will undoubtedly make your tour a memorable highlight of your life.

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