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Sumela Monastery, Zigana and Hamsiköy Village Tour

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Trabzon, Turkey

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6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Visit the historical Sumela Monastery with a day tour from Trabzon center. Discover the natural beauties of Altındere National Park. Enrich your album with great photos.

What's Included

  • Transportation by new model air conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel Pick-up and drop-off
  • Tour guiding
  • Food and Drinks
  • Museum and Entrance fees
  • National Park shuttle service fee
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Meeting and Pickup

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Before the Activity: Our tour departs from the meeting point in Trabzon city center at 9:00 AM. Hotel pickups are arranged according to the operational schedule and may occur before or after the tour’s departure time. Our operations team will inform you about your exact pickup time from your hotel prior to the tour.Getting to Sumela Monastery: It is mandatory to use the shuttle service to reach the national park parking lot and the beginning of the trail to the monastery. There is a 350-meter forest trail leading to the monastery, which is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. Additionally, during the visit to the monastery, you will need to navigate many steps.Lunch: Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant in Zigana. Please note that the cost of lunch is not included in the tour price. The restaurant accepts credit card payments.Entrance Fees (per person):Sumela Monastery: 20 Euro (payable in cash in Turkish Lira or by credit card at the monastery entrance) Shuttle service fee: 60 TL per person (payable in cash in Turkish Lira) What to Bring: Bring an ID or passport, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing, including a raincoat even in summer.Important Note: Our guide/agency staff may change the itinerary depending on weather conditions.

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Kemerkaya
Kahramanmaraş Cd. No:, 61200 Ortahisar/Trabzon, Türkiye

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Altindere Vadisi National Park (Pass By)

Our first stop will be the Sumela Monastery, which is located within the Altindere National Park, and it will take approximately an enjoyable one-hour journey to reach there. We will reach the monastery by walking along the 300-meter-long forest path, which can be reached by shared taxis within the National Park. Before arriving at the monastery, you can visit St. Barbara Chapel, where you can see the magnificent view of the Sumela Monastery.
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Sumela Monastery

When we arrive at the Sumela Monastery, you will be greeted by the historic aqueducts, stone stairs, and social area created for visitors. Before entering the monastery, you can enjoy a few minutes of the surrounding nature and scenery.As soon as you pass the entrance gate, which is reached by stone stairs, the monastery complex will be in front of your eyes with all its beauty. At the end of your visit to the monastery, which includes the main rock church, chapels, student rooms, library, guesthouse, holy spring, and many more sections, we will meet with the group leader and return by the same path.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zigana

On our return journey, we will first reach our tour vehicle through the forest path and then the national park service, and continue our journey to visit the Zigana Pass. Zigana, one of the most important passes of the historic Silk Road, is a place where many famous travelers, including Marco Polo, have traveled. After seeing the pass at an altitude of 2050 meters above sea level, we will move to Hamsikoy.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hamsikoy

We will take a lunch break in Hamsikoy, which is famous for its natural beauty and rice pudding. After visiting Sumela, Zigana, and Hamsikoy, our tour will end in Trabzon, and we will depart, hoping to see you again on our next tour.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Sumela Monastery, Zigana and Hamsiköy Village Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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