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Daily Ayder Tour from Trabzon

·4.8(5 reviews)·Daily, 2 Destinations·Starts from Trabzon
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Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure

Duration

daily

Max Group Size

35

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

English

Age Requirement

11 - 99 Ages

About this tour

Discover Ayder Plateau and the Fırtına River on a day tour from Trabzon. Located in Çamlıhemşin, Rize, Ayder sits at around 1,350 metres above sea level and is known for its spruce and beech forests, hot springs and waterfalls. Admire the natural scenery and views of Gelintülü Waterfall.

Continue to the Fırtına River in the Eastern Black Sea region, formed by streams descending from the Black Sea-facing slopes of the Kaçkar Mountains. Along the valley, see tea gardens and stone arch bridges. The area is also popular for rafting and sport fishing.

Water SportsAdventureDailySightseeingDiscoveryExplorerIn-depth CulturalSolo TravelPhotographyFamily

Route

Journey2 stops
  1. 1TrabzonEuropeTurkeyStart
  2. 2AyderEuropeTurkeyRizeEnd

What makes this tour special

Free time in Ayder Plateau until 16:00 Explore Ayder Plateau and Fırtına (Storm) Valley Optional rafting, zip-lining and swings in Fırtına Valley Gelintülü (Bridal Veil) Waterfall and the Glass Terrace Departure from Trabzon for Ayder Plateau at 09:00

Itinerary

09:00 – Depart from Trabzon
Join the tour at your hotel or the designated meeting point, according to your reservation. Travel east along the Black Sea coast toward the Fırtına Valley.

Activity break in Fırtına Valley
Spend approximately 1–2 hours beside the Fırtına River. Optional activities such as rafting, ziplining and swings may be available during the break.

Visit Ayder Plateau and Gelintülü Waterfall
Continue to Ayder Plateau, at the foot of the Kaçkar Mountains and approximately 1,350–1,400 metres above sea level. Visit Gelintülü Waterfall, also known as Bridal Veil Waterfall, and the nearby Glass Terrace, which features a 20-metre glass walkway with views of the waterfall.

Ayder Plateau Observation Terrace and free time
Take in the scenery and local highland life from Ayder Plateau Observation Terrace. Enjoy free time until 16:00 to have lunch, relax at a local café, or watch and, if you like, join a horon dance accompanied by the tulum, a traditional bagpipe.

16:00 – Depart for Trabzon
Meet at the tour vehicle and begin the return journey to Trabzon, with breaks along the way. The tour ends upon arrival.

Trip includes

Included

Professional Guidance

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

Transportation by Vehicle Suitable for the Number of People

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Guided Ayder Tour

  • No seat number is given in the vehicle seating plan. Sit in the appropriate places.
  • Vehicle brand and model are not specified. The agency may change the vehicle when necessary.
  • Agency has the right to change some points of the program according to weather, road conditions and season.
  • Our tours are accompanied by group leaders in Turkish, English or Arabic as much as possible. However, there is no guarantee in this regard.

Excluded

Lunch

Vegan Vegetarian Halal

Compulsory Travel Insurance

  • Zipline

  • Swing

  • Rafting

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Reviews

4.8
Based on 5 reviews
Laura
Laura
Jun 04, 2026
Google

Ayder was even more beautiful than I imagined. The green valleys, rivers, and mountain views made this one of my favorite days in Trabzon. I took so many photos...

Jessica
Jessica
May 26, 2026
TripAdvisor

We stopped at several scenic spots before reaching Ayder, and each one was worth it. The guide was friendly and gave us enough free time to enjoy the area at ou...

Michael
Michael
Apr 12, 2026
TripAdvisor

The drive itself was part of the experience, with amazing scenery throughout the journey. Ayder had a peaceful atmosphere, and the fresh mountain air was a welc...

David
David
Feb 13, 2026
Google

If you're visiting Trabzon, I highly recommend this tour. Ayder's natural beauty is incredible, and the overall organization was excellent. Everything went smoo...

Emily
Emily
Aug 07, 2025
TripAdvisor

I especially enjoyed walking around Ayder and trying local food during our free time. The landscapes were stunning, and the whole day felt relaxing and enjoyabl...

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