Sümela Monastery & Zigana Mountain Tour from Trabzon

Sümela Monastery & Zigana Mountain Tour from Trabzon

Duration: 1 Day
Tour Type: Shared Group Tour
Price: €45 per person
Private Tour: Available upon request

Tour Details

Sümela Monastery & Zigana – Byzantine Heritage and Mountain Villages

This day trip takes you from Trabzon into the mountains around Maçka and Altındere, combining one of the region's most important historical monuments with the landscapes of the Zigana Mountains.

The main stop is Sümela Monastery, built into the cliffs of Altındere Valley. The monastery has a history of many centuries and was an important Greek Orthodox religious center in the region.

After visiting the monastery, we continue towards Zigana Mountain, following the mountain roads through forests and highland areas.

The route also includes Hamsiköy, a small mountain settlement known for its traditional rice pudding, locally called sütlaç. There is time to stop in the village and try the local dessert if you wish.

Tour Highlights

-        Sümela Monastery

-        Altındere Valley

-        Maçka

-        Zigana Mountain

-        Hamsiköy

-        Traditional Black Sea villages

-        Mountain scenery

-        Local sütlaç

-        Professional licensed guide

-        Comfortable transportation

Tour Program

Departure from Trabzon

Morning departure from your hotel or agreed meeting point.

Altındere Valley

Travel towards Maçka and enter the Altındere Valley, following the road into the mountains.

Sümela Monastery

Visit Sümela Monastery and learn about its history, architecture and role in the religious history of the region.

Zigana Mountain

Continue through the Zigana mountain area and enjoy the changing landscape as the road climbs higher.

Hamsiköy

Stop in Hamsiköy for a short break. The village is particularly known for its local sütlaç.

Return to Trabzon

After the mountain route, return to Trabzon.

What's Included

-        Transportation during the scheduled tour

-        Professional licensed English-speaking guide

-        Hotel pickup and drop-off according to the tour route

-        Local tour assistance

-        Local taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

-        Entrance fees unless specifically mentioned

-        Lunch and drinks

-        Personal expenses

-        Local food and dessert purchases

-        Gratuities

-        Services not specifically listed above

Good to Know

-        Access to Sümela Monastery may change due to weather, maintenance or official regulations.

-        Some walking is required.

-        The mountain roads can be winding.

-        Comfortable shoes are recommended.

-        Please check current visiting conditions when booking.

Prefer a Private Sümela Monastery Tour?

The same itinerary can be arranged privately with your own vehicle and licensed guide.

A private tour is useful if you would like more time at Sümela, want to make additional photo stops or prefer a different departure time.

Request Your Private Sümela Tour

Send us your preferred date and group size and we will prepare the available private options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sümela Monastery open every day?

Opening arrangements can vary. We recommend checking the current visiting conditions before your travel date.

Is entrance to Sümela included?

Entrance fees are not included unless specifically stated in your booking.

Can I visit Sümela as a private tour?

Yes. Private tours are available upon request.

Is Hamsiköy included?