From Istanbul’s Charm to the Green Valleys of Rize & Trabzon (7 Days)

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).