Premium Eastern Black Sea Highlands Tour

5 Days / 4 Nights | Small Group | All-Inclusive

Experience the very best of Turkey’s Eastern Black Sea with our premium, all-inclusive highlands journey, crafted for travelers who seek nature, comfort, and authenticity—without crowds or rush. Travel in small groups of up to 9 guests, stay in boutique hotels and historic mansions, and explore legendary plateaus, lakes, waterfalls, and villages at a relaxed pace.

🌿 Guaranteed departure with only 3 participants

Why This Tour Stands Out

• ✔️ Premium service & calm, unhurried itinerary

• ✔️ Small groups (maximum 9 people)

• ✔️ Guaranteed departure from just 3 guests

• ✔️ Boutique hotels & traditional mansions

• ✔️ The most iconic routes of the Eastern Black Sea

• ✔️ Scenic nature walks to plateaus & alpine lakes

• ✔️ Authentic local cuisine & surprise treats

• ✔️ Expert local guide & seamless logistics

Tour Highlights

• Gito, Sal & Pokut Plateaus with dramatic cloud views

• Samistal Plateau – celebrated in Black Sea folk songs

• Fırtına Valley – one of Turkey’s richest ecosystems

• Avusor Büyük Lake & Ambarlı Lakes

• Verçenik Plateau & alpine landscapes

• Tar River Valley & Bulut Waterfall

• Palovit Waterfall – the strongest-flow waterfall in the region

• Historic stone bridges, castles & mansions

• Scenic village hikes & cultural encounters

• DETAILED ITINERARY

  DAY 1 | Arrival in Rize – Akyamaç Waterfall – Gito Plateau – Badara Hamlet

  Upon arrival at Rize Airport, meet your professional guide and begin your premium Black Sea journey by heading into the lush Pazar Hemşin Valley.

  Akyamaç Waterfall & Historic Trade Route

  This valley once served as a vital trade route linking Maiden’s Castle, Ciha Castle, Zil Castle, and Kale-i Bala. Our first stop is the iconic Four-Arched Stone Bridge, the largest and only bridge of its kind in the Black Sea region.

  We then reach Akyamaç Nature Park, where a forest walking path leads to the 13-meter-high Akyamaç Waterfall, hidden among dense greenery. After photos and a tea break, we continue uphill into the highlands.

  Gito Plateau (2,000 m)

  After a scenic mountain drive, we arrive at legendary Gito Plateau, famous for its cloud seas and folk songs.
  From here, enjoy panoramic views of:

  • Fırtına Valley

  • Pokut Plateau

  • Çat Village

  • Altıparmak Mountains

  • Georgian Mountains (weather permitting)

  Lunch is served with breathtaking views. Later, we ascend Gito Hill for a 360-degree panoramic viewpoint, offering views stretching from the Kaçkar Mountains to the Black Sea.

  We descend on foot back to the plateau and stop at Badara Hamlet, known for its charming pond and postcard-perfect scenery.

  🛏 Overnight: Boutique hotel or historic mansion in Fırtına Valley
  🍽 Included: Lunch & Dinner

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  DAY 2 | Sal Plateau – Pokut Plateau – Hazindak Plateau – Palovit Waterfall

  A day dedicated to the most iconic plateaus of the Eastern Black Sea.

  Sal & Pokut Plateaus

  We start with Sal Plateau, featuring traditional wooden houses perched dramatically on mountain ridges.
  Next, we visit Pokut Plateau, one of Turkey’s most photographed highlands—famous for its “sea of clouds” and unforgettable views.

  Hazindak Plateau

  Hidden and peaceful, Hazindak Plateau offers untouched nature, alpine air, and gentle nature walks.

  Palovit Waterfall

  We end the day at Palovit Waterfall, the highest-flow waterfall in the Black Sea region, where powerful waters crash through dense forest.

  🛏 Overnight: Boutique hotel
  🍽 Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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  DAY 3 | Kale-i Bala – Kale Plateau – Flowers Plateau – Mollaveyis to Çinçiva Walk

  Castles & Highlands

  We explore Kale-i Bala, an ancient fortress overlooking deep valleys, followed by scenic drives through Kale Plateau and Flowers Plateau, known for seasonal alpine blooms.

  Mollaveyis – Çinçiva Village Walk

  Enjoy one of the most atmospheric village walks in the region:

  • Stone mansions

  • Historic bridges

  • Flowing streams

  • Authentic Black Sea village life

  This relaxed hike connects Mollaveyis Village to Çinçiva Village, offering cultural immersion and stunning scenery.

  🛏 Overnight: Boutique hotel
  🍽 Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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  DAY 4 | Verçenik Plateau – Elevit Plateau – Çat Village – Zil Castle

  Highlands & History

  Today we journey to Verçenik Plateau, surrounded by alpine landscapes and lakes. We continue to Elevit Plateau, one of the most authentic highlands in the region.

  We visit Çat Village, then explore Zil Castle, dramatically positioned above the Fırtına Valley—one of the best viewpoints in the Black Sea.

  🛏 Overnight: Boutique hotel
  🍽 Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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  DAY 5 | Tar Valley – Bulut Waterfall – Ortan to Makrevis Village Hike – Return

  Hidden Valleys & Farewell Walk

  Our final day takes us into the tranquil Tar River Valley, followed by a visit to Bulut Waterfall, tucked deep within nature.

  We end with a scenic village hike from Ortan Village to Makrevis Village, surrounded by forests, streams, and traditional architecture.

  After the tour, we transfer to Rize Airport for your return flight.

  ✈️ End of Services

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  What’s Included

  ✔️ Round-trip flights (Istanbul–Rize or Ankara–Rize)
  ✔️ Professional English-speaking guide
  ✔️ 4 nights boutique accommodation
  ✔️ 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
  ✔️ All airport & intercity transfers
  ✔️ All tours & excursions
  ✔️ Museum & archaeological site entrances
  ✔️ Surprise treats & local experiences
  ✔️ Horon dance & traditional folk entertainment
  ✔️ Mandatory TURSAB insurance

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  Ideal For

  • Nature & photography lovers

  • Couples & small groups

  • Travelers seeking comfort and authenticity

  • Guests wanting a stress-free, premium Black Sea experience