Daily Ayder Tour from Trabzon
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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.
Route
- 1TrabzonEuropeTurkeyStart
- 2AyderEuropeTurkeyRizeEnd
What makes this tour special
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
Transportation by Vehicle Suitable for the Number of People
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
Compulsory Travel Insurance
Zipline
Swing
Rafting
Availability
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Reviews

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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