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The Kackar Mountains are known for the complexity and power of the streams and rivers which rush down to the lower altitudes. All shades of green and blue, literally hundreds of glacier lakes, immensely rich flower meadows and wildlife surprise those who imagine the country to be nothing but barren steppes. And also the honey from the upper grasslands and forests is enough to climb any mountain. An ideal tour for those who enjoy intensive trekking, this tour includes a level of difficulty at an average altitude of 3000m.
Highlights
- Kackar Mountains
- Trekking, Camping
- Nature
- Ayder Plain
- Sumela Monastry
- Local Villages
- Korahmet Valley
- Derebasi Lake
Itinerary
(Dinner included)
Welcome to Turkey Erzurum Airport. Meet with TravelShop Booking staff and transfer to your hotel in Yusufeli & check in. You will be given your room key and the rest of the day is yours to explore Yusufeli. Overnight in Yusufeli.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Transfer to Yaylalar village. In the afternoon, we depart for our warm-up trek in Korahmet Valley, where the Bulut Mountains dominates the view ahead. There is an opportunity to meet with the local villagers. Return for Dinner and camp overnight in Yaylalar.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
One of the best treks in the Kackar Mountains, this day trip is not very challenging but the scenery makes you glad to be in Kackar. Return for Dinner and overnight in Yaylalar.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
We trek up to Dilberduzu via High Mountain pastures following the stream comes from the glaciers. During the trek we may encounter the villagers that live here during the summer to graze their flocks. Dilberduzu campsite (2900m) is a flat meadow by the stream surrounded by the steep hills. Camp Overnight at Dilberduzu.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today we will ascend Kachkar summit (3917m) - this takes around 5-6 hrs and involves some walking on snow but very little actual climbing. After breakfast, we have an early start departing for the Mount Kackar Summit. An easy but demanding ascent over rock and scree without any technical difficulties. The view from the summit above the clouds is simply stunning with views over the whole Kackar range, and beyond to the Caucaus. On a clear day, you may have chance to see the legendary Mount Ararat. After a short break on the summit, return to our Dilberduzu campsite. If you do not wish to participate in the summit ascent, there are many day trips that you can do instead. There are many stunning lakes in the area for swimming opportunities. Overnight camp at Dilberduzu.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Trek to Dupeduz, with the spectacular views of Kackar range on the paths covered with wild flora. Camp overnight at Dupeduz.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Trek to Yukari Kavron towards the Caymakcur pass around the hidden lakes. If the weather is good we will have chance to swim in Kara Deniz Lake. Dinner and overnight in Ayder
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today we walk to the Derebasi Lake where you can see the source of lake comes from the glacier. Great opportunity to swim in the glacier lake. Return for Dinner and overnight in Ayder.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
A spectacular trek to Samistal plateau through the colourful flowers which you cannot find somewhere else. Scenery from the top is simply stunning with the full view of Kackar range. Trek down to Ayder, where we will reward our bodies in one of the thermal springs. Dinner and overnight in Ayder.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Drive to Trabzon via Sumela Monastery and visit one of Turkey's most magnificient architectural wonders which was carved into the rock face of a canyon. City tour of Trabzon, the biggest harbour of Black Sea Region. Dinner and overnight in Trabzon.
(Breakfast included)
Aftre breakfsast pick up from your hotel and transfer to Trabzon Airport. We hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
1 night hotel in Yusufeli - Hotel Kackar Resort
2 nights hotel in Yaylalar
2 nights camp at Dilberdizu
1 night camp at Dupeduz
3 nights hotel in Ayder - Ayder Resort Hotel
1 night hotel in Trabzon - Grand Vuslat Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
10 breakfast
8 lunches
9 dinners
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Transfers as in the above itinerary
Guided Yaylalar village, Korahmet Valley, and Bulut Mountains tour
Guided Kackar Mountains trekking tour
Guided Dilberduzu trekking tour
Guided Dupeduz trekking tour
Guided Yukari Kavron, Caymakcur pass, and Kara Deniz Lake tour
Guided Derebasi Lake tour
Guided Samistal plateau and Ayder tour
Guided Trabzon and Sumela Monastery tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Mules to carry climbing equipment and your luggage
Camping equipment, sleeping mattress, tent, climbing ropes, safety equipment
Summit certificate upon completion of trek
Excluded
International flights and Domestic Flights
Please Note:
Domestic flight price for adult travelers is approximately: 80,00 Euros for one
way. For the last-minute arrangements, the price might differ. You will be
informed during the ticket arrangements.
Please Note: Domestic flight price for
under 2 years old, approximately: 20,00 Euros as an insurance policy.
Insurance: All types
Personal climbing equipment
City tax
Turkey entry visa
Personal expenses: Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
Insurance: All types
Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the "included" section
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