Black Sea & Trabzon Tour Package
Istanbul plus Trabzon's Sumela Monastery and Uzungol lake — discover Turkey's lush northeast beyond the classic route.
Key facts
- Package type
- Private multi-city itinerary
- Duration
- 5–6 days
- From
- From $1,780 per person
- Cities
- istanbul, trabzon
- Guides
- Licensed private guide per region
- License
- TURSAB #14817
Operator: Turkey Travel Agency · TURSAB #14817 · +90 544 673 22 02
From $1,780 per person
5–6 days
From $1,780 per person — best May–October for green highlands.
Package Highlights
- • Istanbul highlights
- • Sumela Monastery
- • Uzungol lake
- • Black Sea cuisine
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Istanbul
Arrival and Old City orientation. Private guide and vehicle in istanbul — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 2
Istanbul
Full private city tour. Private guide and vehicle in istanbul — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 3
Trabzon
Fly to Trabzon, Sumela Monastery. We handle domestic flight check-in and trabzon airport transfers. Luggage is stored securely between checkout and departure.
Day 4
Uzungol
Highland lake tour and village lunch. Private guide and vehicle in trabzon — pace the day to your interests with photo stops and a recommended local lunch break.
Day 5
Departure
Fly to Istanbul or home. Private transfer from your hotel to the airport in trabzon with buffer time for check-in. Extend your trip or add coast nights on request.
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Istanbul private tour day
- Domestic flights IST–Trabzon
- Sumela Monastery guided visit
- Uzungol lake and village lunch
- 4-star hotels with breakfast
Not included
- International flights to/from Turkey
- Travel insurance
- Most lunches and dinners unless stated
- Personal expenses and optional tips
- Visa fees where applicable
Booking from abroad
We tailor this package for travelers worldwide — see dedicated planning pages:
Package overview
Istanbul plus Trabzon's Sumela Monastery and Uzungol lake — discover Turkey's lush northeast beyond the classic route. This private itinerary covers istanbul, trabzon with licensed guides in each city, boutique or mid-range hotels (upgrades available), and domestic flights where the route requires them. Turkey Travel Agency coordinates every transfer so you do not lose days to logistics — unlike DIY booking across Turkish carriers and regional drivers.
Why travelers book this route
The 5–6 days format balances Istanbul highlights, Sumela Monastery, Uzungol lake without rushing. First-time visitors to Turkey often choose this template because it hits UNESCO sites, iconic landscapes and at least one coast or bazaar experience. Every departure is customized — add nights in Bodrum, swap Pamukkale for Antalya, or extend balloon flights in Cappadocia on request.
Day-by-day flow
Your confirmed itinerary follows this structure: Day 1: Istanbul; Day 2: Istanbul; Day 3: Trabzon; Day 4: Uzungol; Day 5: Departure. Each day includes private guiding and vehicle; domestic flights are arranged when cities are far apart. We send hotel names, flight times and guide contacts before you leave home. WhatsApp support answers last-minute questions in your timezone when possible.
Inclusions and how to customize
Typical inclusions: private licensed guides, AC vehicle, hotels as quoted, domestic flights on multi-city routes, and entrance fees where listed. Exclusions usually cover international flights, insurance, most lunches and personal expenses. Request changes when you quote — honeymoon upgrades, halal dining, accessible pacing and family rooms are standard requests we handle weekly.