Uzungöl tour from Trabzon: Full-day lake and tea factory

Spend a full day at Uzungöl with time to wander the lake on your own terms

A full-day tour from Trabzon to Uzungöl, Turkey's Black Sea lake region, includes hotel pickup, stops at a Sürmene knife factory and a tea factory where staff explain the production process, then several hours of free time at the lake itself before the return to Trabzon. The tour runs eight hours and covers the coastal route through Of and the Solaklı Valley, with a guide speaking English or Turkish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Uzungöl tour with local visits

• Depart from Trabzon at 10:00 AM
• Visit Sürmene knife factory outlet
• Stop at local tea factory tour
• Travel through Of and Solaklı Valley
• Visit Uzungöl Observation Terrace
• See Artificial Waterfall near Uzungöl
• Enjoy free time at Uzungöl lake
• Return to Trabzon

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Trabzon at 10:00 AM, heading first to the Sürmene knife factory outlet to see traditional craftsmanship and browse local products. From there the route follows the Black Sea coast, stopping at a working tea factory where staff walk you through how the region's tea is grown, harvested and brewed: a look at one of the Black Sea's most important trades that most visitors miss. The road then turns inland through the Solaklı Valley, passing tea plantations and hazelnut gardens on steep hillsides before arriving at Uzungöl itself.

Uzungöl sits at 1,090 meters above sea level, ringed by dense forests and dramatic mountain slopes. The tour includes a visit to the Uzungöl Observation Terrace for a panoramic view of the lake, then the Artificial Waterfall built to protect it from flooding. After that, you have free time until 4:00 PM to explore at your own pace. Walk the shoreline, sit in a lakeside café, take photographs, or simply rest in the natural surroundings. The return journey to Trabzon leaves at the end of the afternoon.

Transportation is by air-conditioned vehicle with a live guide. The route covers roughly eight hours door to door. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the guide speaks English or Turkish depending on your group.

What’s included

• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Trabzon.
• a live guide speaking English or Turkish.
• visits to the Sürmene knife factory outlet and a working tea factory.
• access to the Uzungöl Observation Terrace and the Artificial Waterfall.
• free time to explore Uzungöl on your own.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Turkish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 1.02

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Zenofon Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Turkish, so confirm which language your group needs before booking. Both are offered on the same tour depending on who is traveling with you.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Turkish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Sürmene knife factory stop actually about?

Sürmene is known for fine knife craftsmanship, and the factory outlet visit lets you see the traditional work and shop for local products. It is a working stop, not a museum.

What happens at the tea factory, and how long do we spend there?

Factory staff explain the tea production process and brewing methods, giving insight into how the Black Sea region grows and prepares its tea. It is a brief educational stop along the route before continuing to Uzungöl.

How much free time do you actually get at Uzungöl itself?

You have free time from your arrival until 4:00 PM to explore the lake area at your own pace, whether that means walking, sitting in a café, or taking photographs.

Is food included, or do I need to bring my own?

Food and drinks are not included in the tour. You can purchase meals or refreshments at lakeside cafés during your free time at Uzungöl.

What is the physical fitness level needed for this tour?

The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Most of the day involves sitting in the vehicle, though the stops include some walking and standing.