A passport is not mandatory for entry to Batumi; entry can be made with the new-generation chipped Republic of Türkiye ID card (driver’s licenses or old-style identity cards are definitely not accepted). By law, all IDs, including those of babies and children, must have a photo. Guests who have a passport may also choose to travel with their passport. For children under 18 who are not accompanied by either or one of their parents, a notarized consent letter is required. The exit departure tax is the responsibility of our guests.
Our tour is planned on a half-board basis. Four breakfast meals served at our hotels are included in the tour price. In addition, 3 dinners during our Ordu, Ayder, and Çaykara stays are included in the tour fee. Only on the 3rd day, during our Batumi stay, there is no dinner at the hotel; guests who wish may spend the evening with an optional extra Georgian Night featuring food and music, reflecting Georgian culture. All lunches are at guests’ own expense during free time.
No, this tour is designed as “By Air” so that you do not experience the fatigue of days-long bus journeys. Our departure from Izmir to Samsun and our return from Samsun to Izmir are made with SunExpress direct flights. Since our plane lands in Samsun very early in the morning, we do not lose any day and start sightseeing right away. All of our transportation within the region is carried out with our luxury and comfortable tour vehicles.
Due to the rugged nature of the Black Sea region, it is physically impossible and prohibited for large tour buses to enter high-altitude areas with narrow dirt roads such as Huser Plateau, Avusor, Palovit Waterfall, and Çeçeva Tea Fields. Transportation to these unique spots is provided by special local minibuses suited to the region’s conditions and is charged additionally. Participation is completely optional; guests who do not wish to join can enjoy free time in the main centers (such as Ayder Plateau) and take in the nature.
The Black Sea region is the only area in our country where you can experience four seasons in a single day. While the seaside can be sunny and warm, in the highlands like Huser, where you rise above the clouds, the weather can be quite cool, even cold. There is also always a chance of rain. Therefore, you should definitely pack a thick coat, a fleece, a raincoat, and an umbrella in your suitcase. It is also very important to bring trekking shoes with a grippy sole, orthopedic support, and preferably waterproof, so you do not slip and fall during walks.