SUMELA MONASTERY TOUR

ABOUT THE TOUR

Would you like to see the massive structure built on rocky cliffs, a marvel of Greek architecture? Enriching the Black Sea culture with Greek heritage, the **Sumela Monastery** awaits your visit.

TOUR PROGRAM

**Sumela Monastery Tour from Trabzon**

We depart from our agency at **10:00 AM**. Our first stop is in **Maçka Center**, where we take a **20-minute break** at a local facility where guests can enjoy tea and participate in various activities.

After our break, we continue along the **Sumela road**, stopping at **Asmalı Bridge** for a photo break. Then, we proceed to **Altındere National Park**, where the **Sumela Monastery** is located, perched 300 meters above the valley.

Our **monastery tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours**. After the visit, we stop at **Çoşandere**, where guests can enjoy **free time and a meal** at the facilities by the river. Those who wish can have breakfast in this beautiful natural setting.

At **2:00 PM**, we begin our return journey to Trabzon, concluding the tour.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

- Maçka Center

- Asmalı Bridge

- Karadağ Waterfall

- Sumela Monastery

- Ayavarvara Church

- Çoşandere

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The tour vehicles will be arranged based on the number of participants and may include 15, 29, or 46-seater buses.
• Our daily tours are guaranteed departures.
• Seat selection (aisle/window) is not guaranteed, and the brand/model of the vehicle is not specified.
• The agency reserves the right to change the vehicle when necessary.
• The assigned staff may adjust the itinerary depending on weather and road conditions.