Istanbul & Trabzon Tour

Istanbul & Trabzon Tour combines the cultural richness of Türkiye’s historic capital with the lush natural beauty of the Black Sea region. From imperial landmarks and vibrant city life to misty mountains and serene landscapes, this tour offers a refreshing balance of history, culture, and nature.

Istanbul & Trabzon Tour invites you to explore two distinct sides of Türkiye, each offering a unique atmosphere and cultural character. Begin in Istanbul, a city shaped by centuries of empire, where grand mosques, historic palaces, and bustling neighborhoods reflect the timeless meeting of East and West. From iconic landmarks to intimate cultural moments, Istanbul offers an unforgettable introduction to Türkiye’s rich heritage. Continue to Trabzon, the cultural heart of the Black Sea region, known for its dramatic coastline, lush green mountains, and deep-rooted traditions. Explore historic monasteries, charming villages, and scenic viewpoints overlooking the sea, where nature and history exist in perfect harmony. The region’s cooler climate and verdant landscapes provide a peaceful contrast to Istanbul’s dynamic energy.

Itinerary

DAY

1 Arrival to Istanbul & Transfer to Hotel

After your arrival to Istanbul airport, you will be welcomed at the exit of first gate by the Turkey Istanbul Tours representative. Then you will be transferred to your Istanbul hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY

2 Full day Istanbul Old City Tour BY walk (Breakfast & Lunch included)

Visited Sights: Hagia Sophia – Blue Mosque – Topkapi Palace – Hippodrome – Obelisk of Theodosius and Grand Bazaar

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel by the tour guide and start to full day Old City Tour. Istanbul is a city full of famous iconic sites that today you will experience for yourself from the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia with their breathtaking silhouettes that make the skyline so unique to the Topkapi Palace, a beautiful Ottoman palace once home to the Ottoman Sultans and the first president of Turkey. Spend some time where the gladiators of ancient Roman Constantinople, entertained the crowds at the site of the Hippodrome today you will see the Obelisks that have stood the test of time and are adorned with beautiful markings, taking us back in time. Our last station is the Grand Bazaar, Turkey’s the largest covered market at the heart of the Old City, offering excellent shopping. You will get the chance to wander through the Grand Bazaar and soak up the atmosphere of this incredible delight.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY

3 Full day Basilica Cistern - Galata Tower - Bosphorus Cruise Tour & Flight to Trabzon (Breakfast & Lunch included)

Visited Sights: Basilica Cistern – Galata Tower Tour – Spice Bazaar – Marvellous bridge Bosphorus – Rumeli Fortress

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel by the tour guide. Then we will visit the Basilica Cistern is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul. Then we will visit the Galata Tower is one of the eye catching land mark of Istanbul for sure. Our next station is the 17th century Spice Bazaar, an extraordinary, colorful and fantastic place to see where you can buy various gifts for your lovers. Then we will proceed to the marvellous bridge, Bosphorus which is known as a cradle linking Europe and Asia.

At the end of the day, you will be taken to the Istanbul Airport for your flight to Trabzon. When you arrive at the airport, you will be welcomed by our representative at the first exit door. You will then be taken to your hotel. Overnight in Trabzon.

DAY

4 Full day Uzungol Tour (Breakfast & Lunch included)

Visited Sights: Tea Factory – Surmene Knife factory – Uzungol – Observation Terrace – Artificial Dam Lake – Artificial Waterfalls

After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up from your hotel by the tour guide and drive to Uzungol with your private vehicle. Make your first visit to the Tea Factory on the road. Get information about the production from the factory engineers, then visit the Sürmene Knife factory outlet. After this pleasant time where you can shopping time, we continue our journey along the Solaklı Valley. Arrive in Uzungol by passing through the traditional village landscapes built on the natural beauty and slopes surrounding it. Make your first visit to the Uzungol Observation Terrace, which sees the bird’s-eye view of Uzungol and the most beautiful photographs are taken. Continue your Uzungol trip along the Haldizen Valley and take you to the Uzungol Artificial Dam Lake and Uzungol Artificial Waterfalls.

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Trabzon.

DAY

5 Full day Sumela Monastery & City Tour & Flight Back to Istanbul (Breakfast & Lunch included)

Visited Sights: Altındere National Park – Hagia Varvara Church – Sumela Monastery – Atatürk Mansion – Ortahisar – Gülbahar Hatun Mosque – Zağnos Bridge – Fatih (Ortahisar) Mosque – Ayasofya Mosque – Boztepe Hill

After having breakfast at the hotel, pick up from your hotel by the tour guide and drive to Sumela Monastery located in Altındere National Park. After about an hour’s journey, we arrive at Altındere National Park. We continue our journey in the national park with shuttle vehicles. For the last 300 meters, we arrive at Sümela Monastery by using a path through the forest. After having lunch we will drive to Trabzon city center

We continue our tour by visiting Atatürk Mansion, one of the most beautiful examples of the city’s civil architecture. After visiting the mansion with its original furniture and its magnificent garden, we move to Hagia Sophia Mosque. On the way, we see Trabzon Castle, Gülbahar Hatun Mosque and Tomb, Zağnos Valley and Historical Zağnos Pasha Bridge and Ortahisar (Kaleiçi). After seeing the building used as a mosque today and the works exhibited in its garden, we go to Boztepe, where the panoramic view of the city will be seen.

At the end of the day, you will be taken to the Trabzon Airport for your return flight to Istanbul. When you arrive at the airport in Istanbul, you will be welcomed by our representative at the first exit door. You will then be taken to your Istanbul hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY

6 Transfer to Airport (Breakfast included)

According to your international flight time, you will be transferred to airport 4 hours before your flight. You will be able do self check-in. This is the end of our services.

Included

Breakfast at the hotels & Lunch at the restaurants
Accommodations at hotels for 5 nights
Hotel pick up and drop off
All airport transfers with non-smoking, A/C deluxe vehicle
Domestic flights (15kg baggage allowance)
All tours with a professional English speaking tour guide licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
All taxes, entrance & museum fees
Lunch on Tours (Vegetarian and Vegan Options are Available). Please specify when booking your tour
No hidden or extra cost

Excluded

International airfares
Visa for Turkey
Personal expenses
Optional tours
Beverages during lunch
Dinner
Gratuity to the Guide and Driver