Black Sea Region — Tour Highlights and Travel Tips
Travel Highlights
- Enjoy the breathtaking views surrounding the Sumela Monastery. The incredible monastery was built into a rugged mountain cliff in honor of Virgin Mary.
- Swimming and relaxing on beautiful beaches are one of the highlights of Black Sea Region tours. During summer, the fine white sand beaches surrounding its shoreline are packed with tourists making a stop while on a road trip along the scenic coastal area.
- Visit the picturesque harbor city of Trabzon on your Black Sea excursions. Check out the Trabzon Hagia Sophia, the smaller version of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia.
- One of the most popular stops on Black Sea tours from Istanbul is the fishing village of Kiyikoy, home to family-friendly beaches lined with sun loungers and umbrellas.
- For tea lovers, look for Black Sea Region tours that will take you to the tea plantations in Rize, a beautiful town in the eastern part of the Black Sea.
Travel Tips
- Go on a day trip to the offshore islands of Tavsan Island and Buyuk Island. These uninhabited islands are wonderful spots for a picnic.
- Discover Turkey's delectable cuisines by booking the top Black Sea coast food tours. The Black Sea anchovy is worth a try, as well as the locally grown walnuts, cherries and hazelnuts.
- When shopping for souvenirs, head to Pervane Medresesi in the city of Sinop, a beautifully restored school, which now contains a series of craft shops selling handmade jewelry and embroideries.
- Consider renting a car for your Black Sea Region tours to explore the region on your own. You can begin your journey in Ankara and enjoy a scenic five-hour drive to the historic city of Samsun.