Package Details:
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Destinations Covered: Istanbul, Rize, Trabzon
Itinerary Overview:
Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
- Welcome at Istanbul Airport.
- Transfer to your hotel and check-in.
- Evening: Leisure time or optional Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Day 2: Istanbul’s Historic Wonders
- Visit Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.
- Enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine at a local restaurant.
- Evening: Free time to explore Taksim Square or the Galata Tower area.
Day 3: Flight to Trabzon – Explore the Black Sea Coast
- Morning flight to Trabzon.
- Visit the stunning Sumela Monastery nestled in the mountains.
- Explore Trabzon city highlights, including Ataturk’s Mansion and Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- Check-in at your hotel in Trabzon and relax.
Day 4: Rize and Ayder Plateau
- Full-day trip to Rize.
- Explore the lush tea gardens and panoramic views.
- Continue to Ayder Plateau for breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, and a traditional lunch.
- Return to Trabzon in the evening.
Day 5: Uzungöl and Natural Wonders
- Visit Uzungöl (Long Lake), famous for its stunning scenery and wooden chalets.
- Take a nature walk, enjoy a local meal, or rent a bike to explore the surroundings.
- Evening: Return to Trabzon and relax.
Day 6: Return to Istanbul
- Morning flight back to Istanbul.
- Enjoy a Bosphorus cruise or visit the Spice Bazaar and Dolmabahçe Palace.
- Evening: Leisure time for shopping or relaxation.
Day 7: Departure from Istanbul
- Free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Package Inclusions:
- Accommodation in Istanbul and Trabzon/Rize (with breakfast).
- All transfers (airport, hotel, and tours).
- Domestic flights (Istanbul–Trabzon round trip).
- Guided tours in Istanbul, Trabzon, and Rize.
- Entrance fees to mentioned attractions.
- Professional English-speaking guide.
- Meals as per the itinerary.
Exclusions:
- International airfare.
- Personal expenses and tips.
- Optional activities (e.g., ATV rides or paragliding).