10 Days Black Sea and Antalya Tour
10 Days Black Sea and Antalya Tour
Join us on a fantastic Turkiye tour from the lush green Ayder plateau in the Black Sea region to the golden beaches of Antalya
Day 1- Istanbul
After arrival Istanbul Airport, We will pick you up from airport and transfer to hotel, free time for you to discover the town on your own and overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2- Istanbul to Trabzon - City Tour
Early morning , we pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul, transfer to airport, flight to Trabzon, We meet our valuable guests at Trabzon Airport. We depart for St. Sophia Church/Mosque, a 13th century church and see its extraordinary collections of Byzantine frescoes, depart for Gulbahar Hatun Mosque, Castle and Ataturk’s Mansion (a picturesque hillside retreat), visit Ortahisar Mosque (a Comneni cathedral in the old town). In the afternoon we will explore the cobbled stone streets of Trabzon. Drive to Boztepe; enjoy your tea from samovar with the panoramic view of the city. We will visit Lake Sera then back to your hotel, overnight in Trabzon.
Day 3- Trabzon-Sumela Monestary-Zigana-Karaca Cave ( B )
Breakfast then depart for Sumela Monastery, we will visit the 4th century Sumela Monastery which clings to a sheer cliff face in a forest, relax beside a flowing stream at Altindere Valley National Park, we will drive along the Silk Road through the Zigana Mountains which will take us to Karaca Cave , considered to be the most beautiful cave in Turkey for its colors and formations. End of the day overnight in Trabzon.
Day 4- Ayder Tour ( B )
We pick you up from your hotel at about 09:30am, the first stop on the tour will be Surmene; famous for handmade knives. Next, we will see how fabrics are woven in traditional looms, we will visit the tea groves at Ziraat Botanic Garden in Rize.
After stopping for a tea break near the historical old Ottoman Stone Bridge in Storm Valley, we will reach to Ayder highland. Enjoy your free time in here to discover the Ayder highland. Enjoy your day by sitting on the grasses and watching the mountains full of trees, breathe the forest smell, taste the local foods being cooked over the traditional stoves of the local restaurants. End of the day drive back to Trabzon by watching all these beautiful greenery of the Black Sea, arrival and transfer to your hotel in Trabzon.
Day 5- Uzungol Tour ( B )
We pick you up from your hotel at about 10:00am and drive to Uzungol , we will be visiting a horse farm and tea factory on our way to Uzungol. It was declared as a Nature Park due to its rich flora, stunning wildlife and outstanding natural beauty. Everywhere is covered with spruce trees, an impressive array of wildlife exists with species such as roe deer, wild boar, bear, badger, lynx, birds of prey, and trout as well as various kinds of reptiles.
End of the tour transfer back to hotel and overnight in Trabzon.
Day 6: Trabzon to Antalya ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel then we transfer you to Trabzon airport to take a flight to Antalya via Istanbul, naturally you may have some waiting duration in Istanbul airport then arrive in Antalya and transfer to your hotel, Overnight in Antalya.
Day 7: Antalya - Daily Phaselis Boat Trip ( B / L )
Breakfast then you’ll be picked up at your hotel and taken to Kemer Marina to board a wooden yacht for a cruise along the coastline.
While sailing on the sparkling azure sea you can relax and enjoy the sea breeze, the soothing sun, and the stunning views around you. The coastline of Kemer is one of the most scenic coasts on the Turkish Riviera. See pirate caves and golden beaches, and have spectacular mountain views.On the way to Phaselis, we’ll stop for a swim in both Paradise and Cleopatra bays. You can sunbathe on the top deck of the boat, or stay in the shade if you prefer. The lower deck has wooden tables and benches, a delicious lunch will be served on the boat.
Take a walk along the main street of this ancient port city and see ruined city walls, houses, baths, and an amphitheater.
Head back to the boat for the return trip. Enjoy the picturesque islands of the Mediterranean and the great view of Tahtali Mountain while sailing back to Kemer. From the Kemer Marina, you’ll be transferred to Antalya by land and dropped off at your hotel.
Day 8: Antalya to Istanbul ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel then free time on your own, Late in the afternoon flight to Istanbul, arrival and transfer to your hotel, Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 9- Istanbul- Daily Bursa Tour ( B / L )
Breakfast at your hotel then you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the pier for ferry to Bursa. While enjoying the lovely countryside view, we will drive to Bursa, the fisrt capital city of Ottomans where the Ottoman Empire was first started. Taste its famous Iskender Kebap, walk through its old markets, climb to the Uludag, the legendary mount of Greek Gods, Olympos, by cable car. Visit Ulu cami, ( Grand Mosque ), Green Mosque, Green Tomb, The Old Silk Market. See the high quality of silk scarves in here. See the real life of Turkish people in the region.
End of the day drive back to Istanbul, arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Day 10- Istanbul ( B )
After breakfast, our tour concludes and we say good bye to our new friends and according to your international flight we transfer you to airport and wish you a good flight.
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