Uzungöl Tour – From Trabzon

You are invited to one of the most iconic routes of the Eastern Black Sea! Our Uzungöl Tour from Trabzon begins at 10:00 AM with pick-up from your hotel or designated meeting points. Designed not just to reach a destination but to enjoy every moment of the journey, we start the day with a scenic drive along the Black Sea coast.

Sürmene Knives and Tea Factory Experience Our first stop is the world-famous Sürmene Knife Factory Outlet, where craftsmanship meets steel. Here, you can witness traditional hand-craftsmanship firsthand and discover this art unique to the region. Afterward, we visit a Tea Factory to explore the "green gold" of Rize and Trabzon at its source. We listen to the adventure of tea from field to cup and recharge by tasting freshly brewed Black Sea tea.

Solaklı Valley: Architecture Defying Nature After our tea break, we turn our route inland through the district of Of towards Solaklı Valley. This is not just a road, but an open-air museum. As we travel deeper into the valley, we embark on a fascinating journey watching village houses clinging to steep cliffs, wooden architecture defying geography, and the astonishing harmony of local life with nature. With its lush nature, rushing streams, and traditional bridges, Solaklı Valley will make you feel the spirit of the Black Sea.

Arrival at Uzungöl and The Classic Observation Terrace Finally, at an altitude of 1100 meters, Uzungöl, surrounded by spruce forests, welcomes you. Our first stop at this natural wonder, the symbol of Black Sea tourism, is the Observation Terrace, where you can see the lake from across and capture the classic Uzungöl photos. After our photo break here, we visit the artificial waterfalls built to preserve the ecological balance of the region.

Lunch: Flavor Break & Freedom of Choice Following our sightseeing, we take a lunch break where you can taste the unique flavors of Black Sea cuisine. For this break, your guide will provide recommendations on the region's quality restaurants. However, taste is personal; you are completely free to make your own choice. You can join the group at the restaurant recommended by the guide or explore other alternatives around Uzungöl and choose your own venue.

Free Time After the lunch break, your free time begins and lasts until 16:00. During this time, you can take a peaceful walk around the lake, rent a bicycle, or sip your coffee alone with nature.

KomCafe Summit Terrace Option (Extra Service) Do you want to take your Uzungöl experience to the peak? During the free time, transportation to KomCafe (Bird’s-eye Summit Terrace) is offered as an extra and optional service for guests who wish to join. Don't forget to add this exclusive service to your cart during booking if you want to touch the clouds and watch Uzungöl and the valley from much higher up than the standard terrace included in the tour, laying the view beneath your feet in all its glory.

At the end of the day, we begin our return journey to Trabzon, rested and with a phone gallery full of unique memories. For those seeking nature, culture, and flavor all in one, this tour is an opportunity not to be missed!