PRIVATE TOUR

Sumela Monastery and Trabzon Private City Tour

Provider:
Start your private tour in Trabzon by exploring the natural beauty of Altındere National Park and the historic Sumela Monastery. Continue to visit Sera Lake, Hagia Sophia Mosque, Atatürk Mansion, Trabzon Castle, and Boztepe, where you’ll experience the rich culture and history of Trabzon.

About this activity

Duration 9 hours

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Free cancellation

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Private group

Pickup included

Guiding service

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Highlights

  • Discover the breathtaking atmosphere of Sumela Monastery while being surrounded by nature in Altındere National Park.
  • Explore Trabzon's rich history and culture by visiting Sera Lake, Atatürk Mansion, and Hagia Sophia Mosque.
  • Witness the history of Trabzon at Trabzon Castle and enjoy the stunning panoramic views from Boztepe.
  • Start the tour at your preferred time and discover Trabzon's top landmarks with a professional guide.

Full description

This exclusive tour begins at your preferred time from your hotel in Trabzon city center or any designated location. Our first stop is the natural wonder, Altındere National Park, home to the 13th-century Sumela Monastery. After a scenic one-hour drive, we arrive at the park. From there, we take shuttle vehicles to a point near the monastery and walk the final 350 meters along a forested path. As you approach the monastery, you are greeted by ancient aqueducts, stone stairways, and stunning medieval architecture. You can either take a short break at the café near the monastery to enjoy the nature around you or use your tickets to begin exploring immediately. The Sumela Monastery includes areas such as the guard rooms, library, kitchen, guest and student rooms, sacred spring, and the main rock church.

After our visit to Sumela Monastery, we head back to Trabzon city and then to Sera Lake Nature Park. We take a short walk around the lake and enjoy the breathtaking views. Following this, you will have free time for lunch. After lunch, we continue to the Trabzon Hagia Sophia Mosque, a historical site famous for its Byzantine, Caucasian, and Anatolian Seljuk influences and its remarkable frescoes. After exploring the Hagia Sophia, we move on to one of the finest examples of civil architecture in Trabzon, the Atatürk Mansion. With its original furniture and magnificent gardens, the mansion offers a glimpse into Trabzon’s rich history. Nearby, you can visit the handicrafts center where you can purchase souvenirs for yourself or loved ones.

Our next stop is the Trabzon Botanical Garden, covering an area of 103,000 square meters. We take a short break here, enjoying the peaceful surroundings and the variety of plants—over 130 species, including 94 different types of trees and 36 shrubs.

The tour continues with a visit to Trabzon Castle and its surrounding historical sites. We explore the ancient city within the castle, visit the Gülbahar Hatun Mosque, and then cross the Zagnos Bridge on foot. Afterward, we visit the house believed to be the birthplace of Suleiman the Magnificent, followed by a visit to Fatih Mosque, which was once the city’s cathedral.

Finally, we head to Boztepe, offering the best panoramic views of Trabzon. Here, you can relax with a cup of tea while enjoying the city from above. After our visit to Boztepe, our tour comes to an end, and we bid farewell, hoping to see you again on another tour.

Includes

  • Transportation in an air-conditioned, comfortable vehicle
  • Pick-Up and drop-off service from your hotel
  • All trips mentioned on the program
  • Local guiding service
  • Entrance fees to museums and historical sites
  • National Park shuttle fee
  • Food and drinks

Important information

Things to Know Before Your Tour:
Our tour starts and ends at your hotel in Trabzon city center. If you prefer, you can also begin your tour from Trabzon Airport. At the end of the program, your tour will conclude either at your hotel in the city center or at Trabzon Airport. Additionally, tours starting at the airport can also end at your hotel. Your guide will assist you with these arrangements.

Our local agency will contact you before the tour begins to confirm any necessary details, including your flight information, if applicable. You will also need to complete the Participant Information Form, which is included in your booking confirmation email.

Lunch Break Options:
Throughout the program, you have the freedom to choose the time and location for your lunch break. Based on your guide's recommendations, you can decide on a suitable place and time for your lunch break.

Tour Cancellations:
In the event of tour cancellations, if you have purchased plane tickets, the cancellation and refund policies of the respective airline will apply.

Entrance Fees (per person):

  • Sumela Monastery: 20 Euro (Master and visa cards or Euro equivalent TL are accepted)
  • National Park Shuttle Service: 60 TL
  • Atatürk Mansion: 70 TL

What to Bring: Please bring your ID or passport, comfortable shoes, and clothing suitable for the weather. Even during summer, it is advisable to carry a raincoat.