Black Sea Plateaus and Batumi Tour from Ankara 3 Nights

SAMSUN – ATATÜRK STATUE – BANDIRMA FERRY - ÜNYE - FATSA – ORDU - GİRESUN – GİRESUN CASTLE

Our tour starts as we pick you up from in front of Mesa Plaza at 02.30 and in front of Ankara Söğütözü Ulusoy Facilities (Opposite Armada Mall) at 02.45. We set off towards Samsun. First, we see the ATATÜRK Statue located in Samsun Square. Afterwards, we see the Bandırma Ferry (Panoramic), which brought our ATATÜRK to Samsun, located in the East Park area, and the statues depicting the arrival of our Ataturk and his comrades-in-arms from the Wheat Port to Samsun, and then we leave Samsun. We arrive in Ordu via Terme - Ünye. During our free time in Ordu, our guests who wish can take the cable car to Boztepe (Extra). After the free time, we leave Ordu and reach Giresun. While passing through Giresun, we see Giresun Castle (Panoramic), which contains the tomb of Topal Osman, one of the important names of the national struggle, which is a part of our recent history on one side, and Giresun Island (Panoramic), the only island in the Black Sea, on the other side, and we move towards our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Breakfast: Will be taken as an extra at the facilities on the way.

Lunch: Terme Ulusoy Facilities: Terme Pita (Extra)

Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Accommodation: Maçka or Trabzon Hotels etc.

Route: Ankara – Samsun (414 km) Samsun - Giresun (195 km) Giresun - Maçka (168)

Total Distance to be Covered: 777 Km

Hotel Check-in Time: 18.30

TRABZON – HAGIA SOPHIA MUSEUM – SUMELA MONASTERY - TEA FACTORY - SÜRMENE - RİZE FABRIC - BATUMI TOUR

Our tour starts after the breakfast we will have at our hotel in the morning. We set off for Altındere National Park in Trabzon Maçka. You will not be able to hide your astonishment when you see the architectural wonder of the Sumela Monastery, which was built by carving into the rock on the skirts of Karadağ, located among the greenery. After seeing the Holy Water, Rock Churches, Aqueducts, and Rock Frescoes, we arrive in Trabzon. We visit the Hagia Sophia Museum, one of the important works of the Komnenos State, which was built in the 13th century during the reign of Manuel Komnenos I, converted into a mosque in 1572, and then converted into a museum in 1964. Then we have our lunch. After lunch, we set off towards the Soğuksu location. Here, after visiting the filigree workshop and store where we can see and buy examples of the Telkari Art unique to Trabzon, we start to visit the Atatürk Mansion, a masterpiece of the 20th century. The Great Leader visited this mansion in 1924 and 1930, stayed there once in 1937, and wrote part of his will in this mansion. The architecture and garden of the mansion are fascinating. After our Atatürk Mansion visit, we go to our tea factory in Sürmene. We learn on-site the process that tea follows from being plucked from the branch to reaching our glasses. After the information we receive, those who wish can do their souvenir tea shopping from this point. After our tea factory visit, we go to the Sürmene Knife Workshop, which is one of the first elements that come to mind when Sürmene is mentioned. After getting information about the Sürmene Knife and doing our shopping, we arrive at our workshop where Rize Fabric will be introduced and shopping will be done, seeing our Rize city panoramically. After the trips, we reach our hotel. Accommodation will be bed and breakfast. We set off for Batumi with our guests who wish (Extra) (The number of participants must be at least 10 people). After completing our entry procedures at the Sarp Border Gate, we cross into the Georgia / Adjara region. We see Gonio (Apsaros Castle (Panoramic)), which remains from the Roman period and was last used during the Ottoman period, where the tomb of St. Mathias, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus, is also located. While continuing towards Batumi city center, we see the Çoruh River, which originates from Bayburt and creates sharp lines up to the Batumi borders, and the old Gonio Bridge on it. We start to visit Batumi city center. Here; we see the Orta Mosque, Clock Tower, Piazza Square, Government Building, Poseidon Statue, Theater Building, Astronomical Clock, Saint Nicholas Church, Medea Statue, Batumi Port, Ali and Nino Statue, and Europe Square with its newly created face. After taking a walk on Batumi Boulevard, we give free time for shopping. You will have the opportunity to shop at DutyFree while entering Turkey. After entering Turkey, we move to our hotel.

NOTE: According to the agreement made between the Republic of Turkey and the State of Georgia, TR citizens can cross to Batumi with an identity card containing a TR identity number. Crossing cannot be made with other identity cards (driver's license, institutional IDs, etc.). Our guests under the age of 18 who will not travel with their family (Mother and Father at the same time) must obtain a NOTARY approved CONSENT FORM for their transition to BATUMI. It is mandatory for IDs to have photos, including babies and children.

ATTENTION: DO NOT FORGET TO TAKE YOUR TR IDENTITY CARD WITH YOU WHEN YOU GO ON A TRIP. THE INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE FEE IS PAID BY THE GUEST. OFFICIALLY AS OF 01.09.2019, CROSSING TO GEORGIA WILL NOT BE PROVIDED WITH OLD IDENTITY CARDS.

Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Lunch: Akçaabat Meatballs, Kaygana, Trout, Kuymak (Extra)

Dinner: Will be taken as an extra in Hopa or Batumi.

Accommodation: Hopa Hotels etc.

Route: Maçka – Sumela Monastery (24 km) Sumela Monastery - Trabzon (54 km) Trabzon - Hopa (170 km)

Total Distance to be Covered: 248 Km

Hotel Check-in Time: 20.00

AYDER PLATEAU – GELİN DÜVENİ WATERFALL - FIRTINA CREEK – ZİLKALE – RAFTING

Our tour starts after the breakfast we will have at our hotel in the morning. We set off towards Ayder. We take a break for lunch next to Fırtına Creek, one of the most beautiful valleys of the Black Sea. After a pleasant lunch, while following Fırtına Creek, we see the richest examples of Eastern Black Sea vegetation such as chestnut, alder, and oriental spruce, and take a photo break at the Mikron or Kale Bridge, which are among the historical Ottoman Stone bridges next to Hala Creek. We take a pleasant walk on the Ayder Plateau, one of the most beautiful points of the Kaçkar Mountains. We see the Gelin Düveni Waterfall and other waterfalls. After the Galerdüzü and Kalegon trips, you can take a pleasant walk during your free time on the plateau and have a pleasant chat with the local people. You will feel like you are in a completely different world on the Ayder Plateau.

We evaluate our different tour alternatives for our guests who wish.

1. Option Zilkale, Çat Valley and Palovit Waterfall Tour: We start a magnificent tour with minibuses that we will board from Çamlıhemşin. We enter the Çat Valley, which is one of the important valleys that make up the Fırtına valley. First, we pass through Ortan Village and see Şenyuva Village, formerly known as Çinçiva, where the SEVDALUK series and many other productions were filmed. Here, we take a photo break on one of the wide and long stone bridges, of which there are dozens in the valley. We set off towards Zilkale, which rises in the wild nature of the Çat Valley, among the Fırtına Mansions, which are the oldest mansions in our country located in this region. You will admire the appearance of Zilkale, which resembles an Eagle's Nest. During the time we spend at Zilkale, which is 750 meters above sea level and 100 meters above the Çat Creek, you can reach the most beautiful photo frames of your life. After the beautiful moments, we climb even higher and reach the Palovit Waterfall, famous for its magnificent view and coolness that turns summer into winter. After the pleasant moments we will experience, we return to Şenyuva Village and give you a tea break. After sipping your tea against the wonderful view, we board our minibuses and return to Çamlıhemşin. Extra

2. Option: RAFTING on a light track lasting about 1.5 hours in Fırtına Creek Extra

3. Option: ATV Safari in Fırtına Valley (Extra): A track that continues with the wild creek of Fırtına Valley on one side and hundreds of shades of green on the other. ATV Tour in the heart of nature, approximately 6 km and 30 minutes.

After our trips, we settle into our hotel. Dinner and overnight at our hotel.

Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Lunch: Will be taken as an extra in Fırtına Valley.

Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Accommodation: Rize Hotels etc.

Route: Hopa - Batumi (46 km) Batumi - Ayder (123 km)

Total Distance to be Covered: 169 Km

Hotel Check-in Time: 19.00 - 20.00

CECEVA TEA GARDENS - OF - UZUNGOL

Our tour begins after the breakfast we will have at our hotel in the morning. Just as Isparta's Kuyucak Village is famous for its purple lavender fields, Ceceva Village in Rize is famous for its lush green tea plantations. We set off with minibuses for our guests who wish to join (EXTRA). The tea gardens, which are the natural backdrop of Ceceva, are woven with well-maintained tea terraces, and these fields, which seem to stretch on forever, are only this orderly in Ceceva Village. After our photo break here, we head to Uzungol, which has become the symbol of the Black Sea. We give you plenty of free time to fully experience Uzungol. After the free time, we leave Uzungol in a pleasant way and start our return journey to Ankara. On the way back, we take a break at a point where you can buy local products. You can purchase local products such as honey, butter, and hazelnuts. We bid farewell to you, our valued guests, by dropping you off at the points where we picked you up, hoping to meet again in another Prontotour organization. Goodbye...

Breakfast: To be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.

Lunch: Free time in Uzungol (Extra)

Dinner: Will be taken as an extra at the rest facilities on the way.

Accommodation: There is no accommodation tonight.

Route: Ayder - Uzungol (145 km) Uzungol - Ankara (945 km)

Total Distance to be Covered: 1090 km

Arrival Time: 01.00 - 02.00

Total Kilometers: 2420 km

Ordu Anemon Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 12871

Giresun Huseyin Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 18329

Trabzon Buyuk Sumela Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 7149

Trabzon Bayrak Grand Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 19695

Rize Newarise Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 20896

Rize Green Suada Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 13418

Hopa Terzioglu Hotel: Ministry of Culture and Tourism - Tourism Operation Certificate: 14013

*** The list of our contracted hotels according to regions is specified above. During busy periods, accommodation may also be provided in hotels outside this list.

NOTE: All extra activities such as ATV safari, boat tour, diving, jeep safari, parachute, hot air balloon, and similar activities that are not included in the package tour program are outside the scope of the Package Tour Contract and are of a separate service nature. These services are not organized by our agency but are provided by independent third-party service providers. Guests purchase these activities at their own request and initiative and acknowledge that they establish a direct contractual relationship with the relevant service provider. Our agency is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or damages that may occur during extra tours; the responsibility belongs to the company providing the service. The guest acknowledges that they are aware that such activities involve risks, that their health condition is suitable for participation, and that all responsibility belongs to them. Furthermore, these activities are outside the scope of insurance.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND ASSURANCE PACKAGE:

A 100% unconditional uninterrupted refund guarantee is offered in case of a reservation cancellation request or change up to 72 hours (3 days) before the tour departure date. For tours with 1, 2, or 3 nights of accommodation, the package price is 3000 TL per person. For tours with 4 nights or more of accommodation, the package price is 5000 TL per person. The Cancellation and Refund Assurance Package cannot be added to tours with flights.

INFORMATION
* The highland hotels to be stayed in have a bungalow and standard highland hotel structure, and all accommodations are determined by the hotel. There is no obligation for local food in the hotels.
* During the tour, it is not always possible to find ATMs, currency exchange offices, etc., due to the intensity of the program, so it is beneficial for our guests to be prepared for this situation.
* Long distances may be covered during the day within the programs to be carried out. Information regarding this will be provided to you by your guide.
* Economical menus specific to the region have been created for lunches.
* Tables separated for groups are used for lunches and dinners depending on the regional density.

CLIMATE

It is a generally temperate climate type that is rainy in every season. Frontal and orographic rains are dominant. The presence of high mountains parallel to the coast in the region has created an environment for increased rainfall. Although it is not among the rainfall amounts in the region, the most rainfall is seen in autumn and the least in spring. The region is also the most humid region of our country in terms of humidity. For this reason, the annual and daily temperature difference in the region is not high. At the same time, winter is not very cold in the region, but it is rainy. Precipitation is mostly in the form of rain, and snowfall, frost events, and frequent fog can be seen. Summer months are also temperate in the region. The average of the hottest month does not exceed 22°C-24°C. The average temperature of the coldest month is always above 0°C. Although cold air masses coming from the northwest occasionally affect the region, this effect disappears as one goes towards the east of the region. The region shows changes in terms of temperature and precipitation according to its geographical features. Precipitation occurs as cool and humid air coming over the Black Sea rises along the North Anatolian Mountains. Due to the high altitude in the Eastern Black Sea Region, the most rainfall is seen in this section. The average annual rainfall is 2000 mm (Rize 2300 mm). In the southern part of the North Anatolian Mountains, this value drops to 300 mm. The Central Black Sea Region is the section of the region that receives the least rainfall due to the decrease in altitude. Here, the average annual rainfall is about 700 mm. In the Western Black Sea Region, parallel to the fact that the altitude is lower than in the Eastern Black Sea Region, the rainfall in this section is less than in the Eastern Black Sea Region. The average annual rainfall is around 1200 mm. Throughout the region, the annual rainfall amount can exceed 2000 mm, especially in the Eastern Black Sea Region, and can drop to 600 mm in the Central Black Sea Region.

BUSES

MERCEDES TRAVEGO & TOURISMO: 46+1+1 Seating, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, Body Lowering and Lifting System, Tempomat (Speed Limiter and Cruise Control), TV, DVD Player (DVD, VCD, CD, MP3), 15" LCD monitor in the front and middle.

MAN FORTUNA: 46+1+1 Seating, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, Body Lowering and Lifting System, Tempomat (Speed Limiter and Cruise Control), TV, DVD Player (DVD, VCD, CD, MP3), 15" LCD monitor in the front and middle.
 

NEOPLAN CITYLINER / TOURLINER: 46+1+1 Seating, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, Body Lowering and Lifting System, Tempomat (Speed Limiter and Cruise Control), TV, DVD Player (DVD, VCD, CD, MP3), 15" LCD monitor in the front and middle.

TEMSA SAFIR / MARATON: 46+1+1 Seating, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, Body Lowering and Lifting System, Tempomat (Speed Limiter and Cruise Control), TV, DVD Player (DVD, VCD, CD, MP3), 15" LCD monitor in the front and middle.

MIDIBUSES

ISUZU TURKUAZ: 31+1 or 27+1 Seating, Reclining Bus Seats, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, 1 Monitor, 1 Refrigerator, Kitchen Unit with Water Heater, Reading Lights, Sound System for Guide Announcements, CD and DVD Player.

NOVO LUX: 31+1 or 27+1 Seating, Reclining Bus Seats, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, 1 Monitor, 1 Refrigerator, Kitchen Unit with Water Heater, Reading Lights, Sound System for Guide Announcements, CD and DVD Player.

SULTAN OTOGAR: 31+1 or 27+1 Seating, Reclining Bus Seats, ABS, ASR, Air Conditioning, 1 Monitor, 1 Refrigerator, Kitchen Unit with Water Heater, Reading Lights, Sound System for Guide Announcements, CD and DVD Player.

NOTE: Depending on the number of people in our tours, any of the vehicle types mentioned above is used.

OUR TOUR PROGRAMS HAVE BEEN PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CONSUMER LAW NO. 6502.