Black Sea Highlands
Misty plateaus, tea gardens and lush green valleys
- Rize · Trabzon · Eastern Black Sea
- 5 days / 4 nights (sample programme)
- June–September
Overview
Plateaus above the clouds, waterfalls, historic arched bridges and endless tea gardens — the Eastern Black Sea is unmatched for seeing every shade of green at once. Our sample programme from Çorlu brings together the region's best-loved stops, from Ayder to Uzungöl and Sümela.
Highlights
- Ayder Plateau and the Fırtına Valley
- Zilkale and historic stone arch bridges below the Kaçkars
- Uzungöl and the surrounding highlands
- The cliff-carved Sümela Monastery
- Tea gardens and local Black Sea cuisine
- Sea of clouds at Pokut, Gito or Hazindağ plateaus (weather permitting)
Sample Itinerary
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Day 1 — Journey from Çorlu
A long but scenic drive; arrival in the region with breaks along the way and hotel check-in.
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Day 2 — Fırtına Valley and Ayder
Fırtına Valley, Zilkale and historic arch bridges, followed by free time on the Ayder Plateau.
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Day 3 — Highland route and sea of clouds
Weather permitting, an ascent to plateaus such as Pokut/Gito, with tea breaks and panoramic views.
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Day 4 — Uzungöl
Exploring Uzungöl and the surrounding highlands, with lakeside free time and photo stops.
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Day 5 — Sümela and return
Visit to the cliff-carved Sümela Monastery, then departure for the return to Çorlu.
What Can Be Included
- Return transport with our own fleet
- Accommodation and breakfast
- Guidance and programme coordination
- Highland transfers and route organisation
Good to Know
- Weather changes quickly in the Black Sea; we recommend a raincoat and layered clothing.
- Some highland roads are narrow and winding; suitable vehicles are used on those sections.
- The sea of clouds and plateau views depend on weather conditions.
