PRIVATE TOUR

Sumela Monastery Private Tour with Licensed Local Guide

Provider:
Experience Sümela Monastery and Altındere National Park with your licensed local guide and comfortable transport. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the region while exploring its unique natural wonders. Enjoy the journey with the expert guidance of a knowledgeable local.

About this activity

Duration 5 hours

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Free cancellation

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Live tour guide

English, Turkish

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Mobile ticketing

Private group

Pickup included

5% off on your 1st booking

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Highlights

  • Explore Sümela Monastery with your licensed guide, and discover the rich history and culture of the Black Sea region.
  • Take a walk in Altındere National Park and experience its natural beauty with the expertise of your local guide.
  • Learn about Sumela Monastery and St. Barbara Chapel in detail as your guide shares fascinating historical insights.
  • Enjoy flexible departure times and the convenience of hotel pickup with a private vehicle dedicated to your tour.

Full description

We meet you at your hotel or the location of your choice with your licensed local guide and head towards Sumela Monastery in the comfort of our private vehicle. After a pleasant one-hour drive, we arrive at the breathtaking Altındere National Park, one of the most popular destinations in the Black Sea region. Surrounded by lush nature, we make our way to Sumela Monastery, first by using the shuttle services within the National Park, and then continuing with a 350-meter walk through a forest path. If you wish, you can visit St. Barbara Chapel along the way, offering stunning views of Sumela Monastery.

Upon arrival at the monastery, you will be greeted by historic aqueducts, stone stairways, and spacious social areas. The majestic exterior of Sumela Monastery, reminiscent of medieval castles, invites you to take a short break and admire the unique surrounding landscape. We then enter through the stone stairways and explore the monastery complex, including the main rock church, student rooms, library, guesthouse, and the holy spring, all guided by your licensed guide. They will provide fascinating insights into the historical, cultural, and religious significance of the monastery.

After our visit, we descend through the forest path and return to the social facilities of the National Park, where you’ll have free time for shopping and enjoying the amenities. Finally, we head back to Trabzon, concluding our tour. We bid you farewell, hoping to see you again on another adventure.

Includes

  • Transportation in an air-conditioned, comfortable vehicle
  • All trips mentioned on the program
  • Pick-Up and drop-off service from your hotel
  • Professional local guiding service
  • Sumela Monastery enterance fee (20 Euro)
  • National Park shuttle service fee (2 Euro per person)
  • Food and drinks

Meeting point

Atatürk Square (Meydan)

We meet in front of the exchange office located next to Burger King, across from McDonald's. Please arrive at the meeting point before the tour's departure time.

Important information

Things to Know Before Your Tour:
Our tour starts from Trabzon city center or your hotel in the city center at your preferred time. At the end of the program, the tour will conclude either at your hotel in Trabzon city center or at Trabzon Airport.

Before the tour starts, our local agency will contact you to confirm your details and, if applicable, request your flight information. Additionally, you will need to fill out the Participant Information Form provided in the booking confirmation email.

Getting to Sümela Monastery:
It is mandatory to use the shuttle service from the National Park parking area to the starting point of the monastery walking path. The monastery is reached by a 350-meter forest path, which is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. You will also need to climb and descend several stairs during your visit to the monastery.

Entrance Fees (per person):

  • Sümela Monastery: 20 Euro
  • Shuttle service fee: 52 TL per person.

What to Bring:

  • ID Card or Passport: Please bring it for identification purposes.
  • Comfortable Shoes: Choose comfortable shoes for walking.
  • Appropriate Clothing: Wear suitable clothing for the weather. Even in summer, it's recommended to bring a raincoat in case of rain.

Important Note: The itinerary may be adjusted by our guide or agency staff based on weather conditions.

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