• Sumela Monastery - The church is believed to have been constructed between 365-395 AD. The architectural style follows the Cappadocia churches, commonly found in Anatolia, and there is a similar cave church in the Maşatlık area of Trabzon. Little is known about the thousand-year span between the church’s initial foundation and its transformation into a monastery. According to a legend among the Black Sea Greeks, two monks, Barnabas and Sophronios from Athens, shared a dream; they envisioned the location of Sumela where the icon was placed, one of the three Panagia icons created by Saint Luke depicting Jesus as a child. Unaware of each other’s dreams, they traveled to Trabzon by sea, met there, shared their dreams, and believed the first church could be established. However, the extensive presence of frescoes in the monastery suggests that Emperor Alexios III of Trebizond, who is highly regarded, might be the true founder of the monastery.
• Zigana - Zigana Pass is situated in the North Anatolian Mountains, within Gümüşhane province, at an elevation of 2032 meters.

The pass serves as a transition point between the Eastern Black Sea geographical structure and the Central Anatolian plateaus. The Harşit Valley is located on the Central Anatolian side. On this side of the pass, villages are less frequent compared to the Black Sea side, where collective settlements are more common, and the density of forests decreases. The pass is surrounded by dense forests.

• Hamsikoy - Hamsiköy is a historic accommodation spot located 19 km from Maçka District on the northern route of the Silk Road from China and India to Europe, on the northern slope of Zigana Mountain. Its name is derived from the Arabic Hamse village (five villages).
  Hamsiköy boasts unique natural beauty with its flowing waters from rivers throughout the valley, mist-covered mountain slopes, forests adorned with purple-flowered rhododendrons, historical mansions, and fountains. Besides its natural, cultural, and historical significance, it supports the economy of Trabzon and the country with its delectable milk from the region’s flower flora and the production of vacuum kashar, butter, string cheese, and curd cheese.

Hamsiköy Sütlacı: The specialty of Hamsiköy Sütlacı lies in the delicious milk from the region’s flower flora, cooked for an extended period of about one hour using a special technique with only rice, sugar, and salt.

• Air-conditioned car
• Tour leader

• lunch
• sümela monastery entrance
• Entrance fees

Join a group tour departing from Trabzon at 09:30 to explore the region’s most iconic landmarks in a single day. Journey through the verdant landscapes of Altındere National Park before arriving at the awe-inspiring Sümela Monastery, dramatically situated on cliffs at an elevation of 1200 meters. Enjoy a brief shuttle ride followed by a picturesque 10-minute walk to discover this historic and spiritual site. Continue your adventure to the Zigana Mountain Summit at 2000 meters, where you can take in panoramic views and savor a leisurely lunch break amidst nature. Travel along the historic Silk Road route and visit the charming village of Hamsiköy, renowned for its traditional rice pudding. Experience the remarkable Zigana Tunnel as you make your way towards Gümüşhane. Visit the glass terrace in Torul for breathtaking valley views from above. Discover the intriguing Karaca Cave, celebrated for its unique stalactites and natural formations. Conclude your day with a local shopping stop for regional delicacies before returning to Trabzon around 18:00.

• The remaining 3 hours 45 minutes is for travel time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.