- Home
- Black Sea Plateaus and Batumi Tour (with Batumi Accommodation) / 6 Night Hotel Accommodation / Departing from Istanbul
Black Sea Plateaus and Batumi Tour (with Batumi Accommodation) / 6 Night Hotel Accommodation / Departing from Istanbul
• The tour duration is 7 Nights 8 Days, including the day of movement and return, and consists of 6 nights of hotel accommodation. 1 night is dedicated to travel.
• In our tour, guidance, transportation, accommodation, and sightseeing are included as a package and cannot be considered separately. Unused transportation, accommodation, guidance, sightseeing rights etc. cannot be refunded.
• Discounts for children applied in tour packages are for one child accompanying two adults. Children aged 0-6 may not be provided with a separate bed in hotel accommodations.
• In hotel accommodations, the 3rd guest in triple rooms typically stays in an extra bed.
• The hotels listed in the program are the preferred accommodation facilities of Malitur. Changes may be made to the region and hotels according to availability, provided that hotel standards remain the same. Hotel names will be communicated within 48 hours before the tour departure upon request, subject to availability.
• The rooms in the accommodation hotels are determined by the hotel. Room selection is not allowed.
• Our rest stops may change in terms of location and service standards due to reasons such as congestion, renovations, etc., provided that they remain the same.
• In the program schedule, in response to weather conditions, road conditions, density at visitation sites, etc., the guide may make changes if deemed necessary.
• Malitur is not responsible for places that cannot be visited during the tour program due to force majeure (weather, road, density at visitation sites, etc.) or if guests do not adhere to the timings set by our guide. In such cases, the guest has no right to claim.
• A staggered pricing system is applied in all our tours. Tour prices may gradually increase as the number of reservations within the package rises and the date approaches. Malitur reserves the right to increase prices. In this case, price fixation cannot be made without an advance payment.
• It is not possible to guarantee specific seat numbers during reservation. Notes entered in the reservation offer no guarantee. Special seat selections such as front or back are not possible.
• The seating arrangement in the vehicle is arranged by Malitur Operations based on the order of reservations. In case of objections regarding seat arrangements, a refund is not possible. All our vehicle seats are of the same standard.
• Additional tours, such as evening tours included in the tour program, depend on the number of participants and existing staff conditions. Additional tours to be conducted on the way will take place even if not all guests participate. Guests who do not participate in additional tours will be directed by our guide to rest areas or city centers. Guests who do not participate in additional tours have accepted to join the tour by agreeing to wait at the rest stop.
• If an additional tour does not take place for any reason, the guest has no right to claim. Malitur has no responsibility in this case.
• Prices for additional tours may vary by periods. In such a case, the additional tour prices valid during the tour period will apply, not the date when the guest purchased the tour. The guest accepts this by purchasing the tour.
• Malitur is not responsible for any financial damage caused by guests during the services provided by transportation vehicles, hotels, dining areas, and suppliers. Businesses have the right to claim financial damages caused by guests.
• In case children under 18 years old, who are not considered legal adults, are not accompanied by one or both parents, it is mandatory to have a consent form required for participation in the tour with the individuals during the trip.
• Guests participating in the tour must bring reports regarding health issues, pregnancy status, and medications they are continuously using.
• Delays may occur due to traffic, accidents, etc., at the designated departure times.
• Information regarding arrival times at the end of the tour is estimated, and Malitur is not responsible for delays that may arise due to force majeure.
• Our guests will be dropped off at stops taken at the end of the tour, and they should not insist on being dropped off at a different point.
• According to the traffic law, all our guests in the vehicle are required to wear seat belts throughout their journey, and Malitur is not responsible for any situation arising otherwise.
• Responsibility for all personal belongings in the vehicle lies with the guest at stops, etc.
• Since the first day's sightseeing will begin before entering the hotel, please pack items you need separately.
• Due to the program's intensity, it may not always be possible to find ATMs, currency exchange offices, etc., so it is advisable to be prepared.
• Long distances may be covered in the program to be conducted. Necessary information will be provided by the tour guide in the vehicle.
• Lunches consist of region-specific economical menus. Tables divided into groups will be used for lunch and dinner based on regional density.
• The starting and ending route of our tours is determined by regional density. Guests can learn the confirmed starting and ending points of the tour two days before the tour if they wish.
• In cases where the tour does not reach sufficient numbers, the agency is obliged to inform the guest and, depending on the guest's preference, the tour may be postponed to the next date or canceled. Alternatively, ticketing may be done for the nearest departure point to ensure the guest’s participation in the tour. In such cases, the Agency is obliged to contact the guest three (3) days in advance via call, SMS, or email. In this case, the guest has no right to claim.
• If the guest requests cancellation and changes made at least 30 days before the start date of the service, the paid amount will be refunded to the guest. Cancellations and changes made between 29 and 15 days before the tour date will incur a 30% deduction of the reservation fee; cancellations and changes made between 15-7 days prior will incur a 50% deduction; cancellations and changes made 7 days or less before will incur a 100% deduction from the reservation fee.
• Guests who purchase the Cancellation, Refund, and Insurance Package can cancel the purchased tour without giving a reason up to 72 hours prior to the start date of the tour. The Cancellation, Refund, and Insurance Package does not cover airline tickets.
• Museum Cards and museum entrance fees are not included in the tour price. All museum entrances are paid by the guests.
Amasya, Çorum, Tokat, Samsun, Ordu, Giresun, Gümüşhane, Trabzon, Rize, Artvin, Batumi
Day 1
- Night Journey
- 22:00 Yenibosna Airport Avm Parking Lot
- 22:30 Mecidiyeköy Torun Center Front
- 23:00 Kadıköy Marriage Office Front
- 23:10 Bostancı Bridge Under
- 23:20 Kartal Bridge Under
- 23:20 Pendik Bridge Under
- 23:40 Çayırova McDonald's Front
- 23:50 Gebze Center Front
- 00:20 İzmit Halkevi Stop (Opposite Asya Hotel)
- 00:50 Sakarya Total Front (Next to Bus Station)
- 02:35 Bolu Bus Station Side
- After collecting our valued guests from the specified points, we begin our night journey with DGN Travel for the Black Sea Tour.
Day 2
- Çorum – Yazılıkaya – Hattuşa - Amasya - Ferhat and Şirin - Archaeology Museum – Yeşilırmak – King Rock Tombs – Princes Park - Taşhan - Tokat Castle - Wet Street - Yağıbasan Medrese - Takyeciler Mosque – Tokat
- After our night journey, we start our Black Sea tour with DGN Travel after having breakfast in the morning. First, we head to Hattuşaş, the capital of the Hitite Empire during the Late Bronze Age, which has been included in the UNESCO "World Cultural Heritage" list. We begin to explore the city surrounded by walls and monumental gates at Hattuşaş, known in ancient texts as the Hatti (Hittite) country, where we will see the Great Temple, Lion Gate, Earth Gate, Sphinx Gate, Hittite Walls, Tunnel, Nişantaşı, and an example of a Hittite house, while receiving information. We bid farewell to the city after seeing the Green Rock, known colloquially among the locals as the "Wish Stone," which keeps its mystery. Afterwards, we move to Yazılıkaya, the open-air temple of the Hittites. At Yazılıkaya, the national temple of the Hittite Empire, we will see the passage and reliefs of the male and female gods and goddesses of the Hittites, known as the Land of the Thousand Gods, and we learn more information.
- After having our lunch in Amasya, we will first see the water channels that Ferhat was believed to have carved for Şirin in the legendary love story of Ferhat and Şirin. After listening to the story from our guide and taking some photos, we board our bus and proceed to the Amasya Archaeology Museum, also known as the mummy museum. In the museum, artifacts from 13 separate civilizations, including the Ottoman period, are exhibited. After our museum tour with our guide, we will visit the Bayezid Complex, built upon the orders of Sultan Beyazid II, who was once a prince in Amasya and later became a sultan of the Ottoman Empire. Inside the complex, we will see the chestnut trees that were used as a lightning rod, the historical fountain depicting the silhouette of Istanbul for Amasyans who were curious about the capital but could not go, the balance columns at the gate entrances, and the interior of the mosque. Afterwards, we will descend to the banks of the Yeşilırmak River. Amasya is a city located on both sides of the Yeşilırmak River. After hearing the story of the King Rock Tombs located along the Yeşilırmak banks from our guide, we will see the rock-cut tombs panoramically and take photos. The city is enriched by the busts of sultans placed along the banks of the Yeşilırmak River, as well as the beautiful examples of Ottoman civil architecture, the waterfront houses, and the clock tower. After we take a walk in Princes Park, we bid farewell to Amasya and head to Tokat.
- We start exploring the streets of Tokat. We begin our tour at Taşhan, one of the largest caravanserais in Anatolia, which was built between 1626-1632. This historical caravanserai, which is of Ottoman origin, continues to function today as local shops and cafes. Wet Street is a street that hosts significant artifacts that have survived from the historic trade route to the present day. We will see the Yağıbasan Medrese, built in the 12th century, Deveciler Han, Takyeciler Mosque, Grand Mosque, and the Tokat Houses from the outside while receiving information. Then, we will explore Gökmedrese. After learning about the structure that is used as a museum today and the artifacts exhibited inside, we will meet in our vehicle and head to our hotel. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
- Breakfast: Will be enjoyed in Çorum. (Extra)
- Lunch: Will be taken in Amasya. (Extra)
- Dinner: Will be provided at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Tokat/ Dedeman Hotel, Çavuşoğlu Tower Hotel, etc.
Day 3
- Perşembe Plateau – Şebinkarahisar Castle – Tomara Waterfall - Karaca Cave – Zigana
- On the 3rd day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will arrive at Perşembe Plateau via the Reşadiye route. Perşembe Plateau, located at an altitude of 1500 meters in the northern slope of the Canik Mountains, will offer an unforgettable plateau experience with its meanders, views, pond, and plateau settlements. After leaving the plateau, we will arrive at Şebinkarahisar. We will see the impressive castle in Şebinkarahisar, which attracts the attention of those who visit, and take a break for lunch here. Afterwards, we follow the Gümüşhane Şiran route.
- Guests who wish may participate in an optional tour of Tomara Waterfall and the Glass Terrace, also known among the locals as Kırk Gözeler. (Extra)
- In Torul district, we will arrive at Karaca Cave, a hidden jewel of Gümüşhane, known as a natural remedy for asthma. Upon reaching Karaca Cave, we will start our tour after receiving information from our guide. The cave, resembling an underground palace, will amaze you. After our visit to Karaca Cave, we will meet back at our bus and head to our hotel, accompanied by the magnificent view of Zigana Mountain. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
- Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Lunch: Will be taken in Şebinkarahisar. (Extra)
- Dinner: Will be provided at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Gümüşhane/ Zigana Gümüşkayak Yaylakent Hotel, İvme Hotel, Sümela Holiday Hotel, etc.
Day 4
- Hamsiköy - Maçka - Altındere National Park - Sümela Monastery - Fırtına Valley – Pokut Sal Plateaus and Zilkale - Rafting – Zipline
- On the 4th day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will board our bus and head to "Maçka," which means rain-filled area or place that sees plenty of rain in ancient Greek, passing through Maçka. We arrive at the Sümela Monastery located within the Altındere Valley created by the Coşan Stream. (Extra shuttle vehicles will be used to reach the Monastery from the National Park.) Located about 300 meters above the valley, Sümela Monastery, a Greek Orthodox Monastery and Complex, is one of the oldest churches in the history of Christianity. It is known that the Sümela Monastery takes its name from the word "melas," which means black. We will explore Sümela Monastery’s significant history with the guidance of our tour guide. After completing our sightseeing here, we will move to a facility where we will taste the famous Hamsiköy pudding. After tasting our delicious pudding, we continue towards Rize.
- After our lunch, we will have free time in the charming district of Çamlıhemşin, located at the starting point of Fırtına Valley, where we can optionally take the Pokut Sal Plateaus and Zilkale tour.
- Pokut Sal Plateaus and Zilkale Tour (Optional): As we ascend to the Pokut plateau, which means "Windy Valley," you will enjoy breathtaking scenery and natural beauty offered by nature. Located at 2030 altitude, Pokut Plateau is where you can see the best examples of Black Sea civil plateau architecture. If we are lucky enough to encounter foggy weather, you will experience an unforgettable plateau experience. In clear weather, you can look down at the plateaus of Avusor, Kavron, Verçenik, and Samistal, the summit of Kaçkar Mountains, and the Black Sea. Our tour of Pokut Plateau lasts 2.5-3 hours.
- After our free time, we will travel by minibuses to Sevdaluk TV series set and other productions filmed in the region, arriving at the old Chinese name, Şenyuva Village. Here, we will have a short photo break at the Şenyuva Bridge. After that, we will travel through Fırtına Mansions, which are among the oldest mansions in our country, before heading to Zilkale, rising in the rugged nature of Çat Valley. The castle resembling an eagle’s nest will captivate you. When we arrive at the castle, which is 750 meters above sea level and 100 meters above Çat Creek, our guide will provide information about the region, after which we will have free time. During this free time, you can take a walk around the castle and capture fantastic photographs amidst the enchanting green scenery. After our free time at Zilkale, we will return to Çamlıhemşin.
- Rafting on the Fırtına River (Optional): For adrenaline lovers, rafting on the Fırtına River is a thrilling activity that offers an enjoyable experience lasting approximately 1.5 hours, where you can relive your fun moments through photos.
- Zipline on the Fırtına River (Optional): You can engage in an entertaining activity by crossing from one side to the other of the Fırtına River on steel cables.
- Giant Swing (Optional): You can experience an adrenaline rush with a swing pulled and released over the Fırtına River, reinforced with steel cables at approximately 5 meters high.
- After the tour and activities, we will meet back at our bus and head to our hotel. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
- Breakfast: At the hotel and included in the tour price.
- Lunch: In Fırtına Valley. (Extra)
- Dinner: At the hotel and included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Rize/ Naliya Hotel, Hayde Hotel Ayder, Zafran Hotel Ayder, Ayder Ümit Hotel, Patika Hotel, etc.
Day 5
- Ayder Plateau - Huser Plateau - Borçka – Karagöl - Batumi – Piazza Square – Astronomical Clock Tower – European Square – Medea Statue – Theater Building – Poseidon Statue – Çaça Tower – Port – Ali and Nino Statue – Çoruh River - Gonia (Apsaros) Castle –
- On the 5th day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, we will have breakfast at the hotel, then we will proceed to Ayder Plateau. We will photograph the Gelintülü Waterfall in Ayder Plateau, which derives its name from its hundreds of meters cascading down like a white veil. Afterwards, we will have free time in Ayder Plateau. During free time, you can take unforgettable photos amidst the stunning scenery. After our free time, we continue with an optional tour to Huser Plateau.
- Huser Plateau Tour (Extra): (If the Huser Plateau Tour cannot be conducted due to weather conditions, an alternative extra tour to Kavron Plateau will be carried out.) We will start our tour by taking minibuses from Ayder, during which we will savor the fun and enjoy stunning views. If the weather is cloudy, you will be captivated by the foggy sea of clouds. If the weather is clear, you can see the stunning views of Avusor, Kavron, Verçenik and Samistal Plateau, the peak of Kaçkar Mountains, and the Black Sea from above. Our Huser Plateau tour lasts 2.5-3 hours.
- After saying goodbye to Ayder and Fırtına Valley, we arrive at the Sarp Border Gate, where we complete exit and entry procedures to cross into Georgia. We board our waiting bus and start our tour. First, we will glimpse the Gonio (Apsaros) Castle, which dates back to the Roman period and also houses the tomb of St. Mathias, one of the 12 Apostles of Jesus. As we continue towards Batumi city center, we will see the Çoruh River flowing from Erzurum to Batumi boundaries and the ancient Çoruh Bridge. As we travel along the Batumi Boulevard, we will panoramic view the Soviet-style buildings along with the newly constructed areas leading us to the city center. At the city center, we disembark from our bus and begin our walking tour. We will first see the Orta Mosque, the only artifact from the Ottoman period, with stunning door decorations made by Laz artisans, built in 1886. Next, we will visit the St. Nicholas Church, recognized for its unique architecture, and reach Piazza Square, resembling European squares.
- At Piazza Square, which is one of the key spots to visit in Batumi due to its unique architectural structures, we will have a break for photos. Then, we move towards European Square. During our walk, we will see the Astronomical Clock Tower, similar to those in Prague and Venice, and enter European Square. In European Square, we will look at the Medea Statue, symbolizing the mythological aspects of the Caucasus, and then see the Theater Building. Next, we will see Poseidon Statue, one of the Greek gods known for his ocean management, and the Clock Tower, which is a copy of the İzmir Clock Tower known as Çaça Tower. Later, we will reach Batumi Port and see the Ali and Nino Statue, famous for its love story. After that, we will view the 130-meter high Alphabet Tower, symbolizing the freedom of the Georgian alphabet and people, before reaching Batumi Boulevard where we will have free time. After having dinner, we will board our bus and head to our hotel.
- Guests wishing to join can gather in the lobby at the hour set by our guide to attend an evening called Georgian Night, where we will have the opportunity to learn about Caucasian culture and taste Georgian cuisines. (Extra)
- *According to the agreement between the Turkish and Georgian States, Turkish citizens can cross into Batumi with their identity card that has their TC identification number.
- *The identity cards must be undamaged and not older than 10 years. Old types of ID cards cannot be used to enter Batumi.
- *No passage is allowed without ID cards other than ID cards (driver’s licenses, institutional IDs, etc.).
- *Travelers under 18, who are not travelling with both parents at the same time, must obtain a notarized consent document in order to cross into Batumi.
- *It is mandatory for all individuals, including babies and children, to have their photos on the identification documents.
- *As of September 1, 2020, crossing into Batumi with old ID cards will not be allowed.
- Travelers must carry their TC ID card.
- *The international exit tax must be paid by participants before the crossing.
- *Every Turkish citizen must have a valid international travel health insurance with a minimum coverage of 30,000 Euros for entry into Georgia. The insurance must be presented in physical or electronic format upon entry. The insurance must be arranged by the participants.
- Breakfast: Will be served at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Lunch: Will be taken in Hopa. (Extra)
- Dinner: Will be taken in Batumi. (Extra)
- Accommodation: Batum/ Metro City Hotel, İntourist Hotel, Iberia Hotel, Sputnik Hotel, etc.
Day 6
- Rize - Tea Factory - Rize - Haremtepe - Çeçeva Tea Gardens - Sürmene Tea Factory - Of - Çaykara - Uzungöl – Lustra and Karester Plateau - Trabzon
- On the 6th day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will say goodbye to Georgia and Batumi, and have the opportunity to shop at Duty-Free during exit procedures according to the timeframe determined by our guide. After completing our exit procedures, we head towards Borçka for the Karagöl tour. Guests wishing may join us for the optional Borçka Karagöl Tour.
- Borçka Karagöl Tour (Optional): By taking our minibuses in Borçka, we will travel approximately 1 hour through a tunnel-like passage amidst trees before reaching Karagöl. Formed by a landslide blocking the Klaskur Stream's front in the 1800s, Karagöl will capture your heart with its incredible nature and abundant oxygen. We will have approximately 1 hour of free time to enjoy the unspoiled natural beauty of Karagöl.
- After spending free time, we will get back on our minibuses and return to Borçka.
- After gathering in our bus, we will head from Rize to Trabzon. After having lunch, we will proceed via the route Of-Çaykara-Taşkıran, moving along the Solaklı River and Valley to reach Uzungöl, which is a lake formed due to a landslide that blocked a river. We will enjoy a short walk with our guide while learning about Uzungöl and will have some free time. During free time, guests can participate in the Lustra - Karester Plateau tour to see Uzungöl from a bird's-eye view.
- (Depending on weather conditions and regional density, the Lustra-Karester Plateau Tour will be prioritized; if the weather does not permit, the Haldizen River - Demirkapı Plateau tour will take place. One of the two tours will be organized according to the group.)
- Lustra-Karester Plateau Tour (Optional): From Uzungöl, we will take minibuses to reach Lustra Plateau located at an altitude of 1900 meters. After taking photos here, we will climb to Karester Plateau at 2300 meters and reach it via a short walk. At Karester Plateau, with a bird's-eye view of Uzungöl, we will have free time to take breathtaking photographs, drink tea, ayran, and milk, or enjoy Trabzon's famous pudding. After free time, we will return to Uzungöl.
- After our pleasant plateau tour, we will leave Uzungöl and head towards our hotel. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
- Breakfast: At the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Lunch: In Rize. (Extra)
- Dinner: At the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Trabzon/ Sera Natura Hotel, The Queen Hotel, Zigana Gümüşkayak Yaylakent Hotel, etc.
Day 7
- Trabzon Atatürk Mansion – Hagia Sophia – Akçaabat – Giresun - Kümbet Plateau Mavigöl – Kuzalan Waterfall - Boztepe - Ordu
- On the 7th day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the Atatürk Mansion. The Atatürk Mansion, visited by Ulu Önder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in 1924 and 1930, where he spent a night in 1937 and wrote part of his will, will captivate you with its architecture and garden. We will explore the mansion with information from our guide. Next, we will visit Trabzon’s Hagia Sophia, a significant religious site in the region. Built between 1250 and 1260 by King I. Manuel, who established the Trabzon Empire, this structure was converted into a mosque upon the order of Sultan Murad III in 1584. After hearing the details from our guide, we will transition to the workshop where we will learn about the artistic crafts of filigree and kazaziye, which have prevailed since the Ottoman period. We will have some free time to shop and taste local products such as butter, cheese, and honey produced in the region at the Local Products Shop. After enjoying the tasting, we will head to a restaurant to try famous Akçaabat Meatballs for lunch before heading to Giresun.
- In Giresun, the home of the cherry and the capital of hazelnut, we will see Giresun Castle panoramically before reaching Kümbet Plateau, known as the capital of plateaus, located at an altitude of 1640 meters. After feeling like you are in the Alps at Kümbet Plateau, we will take free time for exploration before boarding our bus to move to Mavigöl, which is nestled among beautifully colored greenery, varying its colors depending on the angle of sunlight. The uniquely beautiful Mavi Göl, which originates from the merging of three lakes, will provide us amazing photography opportunities. After getting acquainted with Mavi Göl, we will see Kuzalan Waterfall panoramically and then proceed towards Ordu.
- When we arrive in Ordu, we will provide free time at the Ordu seaside. In the early evening, guests who wish can take a ride on the Cable Car, moving towards Ordu with the breathtaking view of Boztepe. (Extra) The Ordu Boztepe cable car connection elevates you to 530 meters in just 7 minutes. When you reach the top, you will be greeted with the amazing views of Karadeniz and Ordu.
- After spending time at Boztepe, we will head back down using the cable car and meet back in our bus to head to our hotel.
- Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
- Breakfast: At the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Lunch: In Akçaabat. (Extra)
- Dinner: At the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Ordu or Samsun / Anemon Hotel, Kubaliç Hotel, Samsun Palas Hotel, etc.
Day 8
- Samsun – Bandırma Ferry - Honor Monument – Sinop – Historical Sinop Prison – Hamsilos Cove – Istanbul
- On the last day of the Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, after having breakfast at the hotel, we will reach Samsun through the Fatsa-Terme-Çarşamba route. Our first sightseeing stop in Samsun will be the replica of the Bandırma Ferry, which Atatürk took with 18 friends to initiate the National Struggle on May 19, 1919. After getting information from our guide and taking a short photo break, we will visit the Honor Monument, which was erected in 1931 by Austrian sculptor H. Krippel to commemorate Atatürk. After taking photos, we will have free time for lunch.
- After lunch, we will depart towards Sinop via the Atakum-Bafra route.
- Our tour in Sinop will begin with the Historical Sinop Prison, which is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage list and is now used as a museum. This building, often described as "Anatolia's Alcatraz," was closed in 1999 and transformed into a museum. The prison, which has a history dating back to ancient times, has housed many famous individuals. After touring the historical prison with our guide and receiving information, if desired, we can participate in a Sinop boat tour. (Extra) After the boat tour, we will move towards Hamsilos Nature Park, located 14 km away from the city center. Boasting two natural bays, the Hamsilos Cove and Akliman Bay, the nature park exhibits forested areas and rich biodiversity. During our free time, you can enjoy the natural beauty and take memorable photos.
- After finishing our free time, we will conclude our Black Sea Tour with DGN Travel, and begin our way back home. We will farewell our valued guests as we drop them off at the designated points later that night.
- Breakfast: At the hotel and is included in the tour price.
- Lunch: In Samsun. (Extra)
- Dinner: At a rest stop along the route. (Extra)
- Accommodation: No hotel accommodations are provided tonight.
• Pokut, Sal Plateaus and Zilkale Tour 900₺
• Huser Plateau Tour 850₺
• Fırtına Stream Rafting 900₺
• Fırtına Stream Zipline 300₺
• Giant Swing 300₺
• Borçka Karagöl Tour 750₺
• Çeçeva Tea Gardens Tour 650₺
• Lustra - Karester Plateau Tour 650₺
**Extra tour fees may vary according to periods. The listed fees are the current rates at the time of reservation. Malitur is not responsible for any price changes that may occur before or on the tour date.
What's Included
• 6 nights accommodation in hotels
• Open buffet breakfast for 6 days in hotels
• Open buffet or set menu dinner for 5 nights in hotels
• Transportation with luxury vehicles
• Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the program
• Batumi Tour and Transfer
• Professional guiding service
• Bottled water in the vehicle
• Malitur assurance
• Mandatory Travel Insurance according to Tourism Law No. 1618
Not Included
• Breakfast on the first day as specified in the program
• Dinner on the last day as specified in the program
• Dinner in Batumi
• Beverages included in all meals
• Lunches
• Foreign exit fee (for Batumi tour)
• Foreign travel (health) insurance (for Batumi)
• Ordu Boztepe cable car fee
• Sümela Monastery shuttle vehicle fee
• All additional organizations specified in the program
• All personal expenses
• Museum and archaeological site entrance fees (applicable for municipal and private enterprises.)
• Museum Card (valid for museums affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.)
Turkey and Georgia have an agreement that allows Turkish citizens to cross into Batumi using their identity card bearing a Turkish citizenship number. Other forms of identification (such as driver's licenses, institutional IDs, etc.) are not accepted for crossing. Minors under the age of 18 who will not be traveling with both parents (mother and father) must obtain a notarized consent form for crossing into Batumi. It is mandatory for all identity documents, including those of babies and children, to have a photo. The identity cards must be undamaged and not older than 10 years.
As of September 1, 2020, entry into Batumi with old identity cards is no longer permitted.
It is compulsory for our guests to carry their Turkish identity cards. An international exit fee of 1250 ₺ must be paid by the guest.
DGN Travel is not responsible for any issues that may arise at the Georgian border due to deformity of identity documents.
Foreign guests who have entered Turkey with a passport must have obtained a multiple entry visa to be able to go to Georgia and return to Turkey.
Furthermore, entry will be granted based on the visa protocol of Georgia with the countries that the passports or ID cards belong to, either with a visa or visa-free.
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) citizens can enter Turkey using their Turkish identity cards, and therefore will be able to enter Georgia with their Turkish identity cards. TRNC citizens entering Turkey with a European Union passport must also have obtained a multiple entry visa to be able to return to Turkey.
Our partners
