About this trip
A guided group journey from Trabzon’s mountain landscapes to Istanbul’s iconic neighborhoods.
Hotels & accommodation
Browse hotelsSera Lake Center Hotel or similar · Trabzon · 3 nights
BB · Bed & breakfastAyder cottage · 1 night
Taksim Gönen Hotel · Istanbul · 4 nights
BB · Bed & breakfastIndoor pool and spa area
Flights & transfers
- Sun 8 Nov · TK687 Cairo 02:20 → Istanbul 05:45; TK2820 Istanbul 09:20 → Trabzon 11:10.
- Fri 13 Nov · TK2831 Trabzon 15:55 → Istanbul 18:00.
- Tue 17 Nov · TK692 Istanbul 02:15 → Cairo 03:40.
- Baggage: 2 checked pieces and 7 kg cabin bag. Arrive at airport 3 hours before departure.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Trabzon arrival
Airport reception, hotel transfer and rest. Free time around Trabzon Square; the supervisor suggests nearby cafés and restaurants.
Day 2 · Zigana & Hamsiköy
Zigana glass terrace and mountain scenery, Hamsiköy village and a Rize tea experience, then return to Trabzon.
Day 3 · Uzungöl
Tea-factory exhibition, Black Sea products, Ataköy waterfall photo stop and time to walk beside the lake and visit cafés.
Day 4 · Rize & Ayder
Rize, Fırtına River and Ayder plateau, with an overnight in a cottage among the mountain scenery.
Day 5 · Trabzon to Istanbul
Breakfast, transfer to Trabzon airport, domestic flight to Istanbul, hotel check-in and free time.
Day 6 · Istanbul city
Sultanahmet, Beyoğlu, Hagia Sophia area, Blue Mosque, old streets and Jawahir Mall; return around 6:30 PM.
Day 7 · Sapanca & Maşukiye
A day among nature around Sapanca Lake and Maşukiye, with stops depending on traffic and schedule.
Day 8 · Ortaköy & Bosphorus
Ortaköy, Üsküdar coast, Maiden’s Tower, Çamlıca Hill and an evening Bosphorus cruise with dinner and entertainment.
Day 9 · Departure
Breakfast, check-out by noon, free time with luggage stored at reception, then transfer to Istanbul airport.
What’s included
- International and domestic Turkish Airlines flights with two checked bags.
- 3 nights in Trabzon, 1 night in Ayder cottage and 4 nights in Istanbul; hotel breakfast as listed.
- Airport transfers, Arabic-speaking trip supervisor, Zigana and Uzungöl, Ayder, Istanbul city tour, Sapanca and Maşukiye, cable car and terrace, Bosphorus night cruise with Turkish dinner.
Not included
- Tourist visa and any activities or meals not listed.
Visa & travel requirements
Documents listed in the supplied program: 6-month bank statement, HR letter, two white-background 4×6 photos; business owners add tax card and commercial register; students add a recent enrollment certificate. Family travelers bring marriage and children’s birth certificates. Security clearance applies to travelers aged 12–40. An online e-visa option may apply to some holders of Schengen/US visas and certain age groups. Confirm current requirements and fees with the team.
Visa guideTerms & important notes
- Baggage: 2 pieces of 23 kg each plus 7 kg cabin bag.
- Flight tickets cannot be changed or refunded after issue.
- The program may change due to weather or operating conditions.
- Male travelers of military-service age need an army travel permit.
- No-show or delay beyond the meeting time may result in missing the trip; the trip is not repeated and is not refundable.
- Room-sharing arrangements and cancellation/payment details are confirmed on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked
How do I get a quote and confirm availability?
Send the trip name and preferred dates on WhatsApp. The team will confirm the latest quote and availability.
Can the itinerary be adjusted?
Send your request to the team. Changes depend on availability and hotel and airline terms.