Kackar Summit Tour
Trabzon, Turkey
5 days 5.0 · 1 review EN
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Free cancellation (24h) Mobile ticket Hotel pickup Adults 12–75
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Tour route
7 stops
~361 km
5 days
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Overview
Kackar Mountain has become popular as one of the most beautiful hiking/trekking route in the world. Rising above the Black Sea with a 3,937 m (12,917 ft), Kackar attracts professional hikers and tourists all around the world for both natural beauty and amazing routes through its peak. Besides reaching to highest summit, crossing route from Artvin side to Rize side is also enjoyable for the tourists. The hiking route is enjoyable and mid-level difficulty. You will not only enjoy hiking through beautiful nature but also experience local highland life of Black Sea.
Please note that we run this tour just for professional hikers. Summit part of this tour is difficult and requires professional background. We may change the tour route and program based on weather conditions. Please contact us before boking this tour.
Please note that we run this tour just for professional hikers. Summit part of this tour is difficult and requires professional background. We may change the tour route and program based on weather conditions. Please contact us before boking this tour.
Tour at a glance
Duration
5 days
Multi-day trip
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Tour type
Group tour
up to 15 travellers per booking
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Languages
EN
live guide
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Pickup
Hotel pickup
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Operates
Every day
Starts 08:00
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Confirmation
Within 48 hours
supplier confirms availability
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Cancellation
Free up to 24h before
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Traveller ages
Adults 12–75
min 4 per booking
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Rating
5.0 / 5
1 verified reviews
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Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
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What's included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Day by day
Day 1: Welcome Black Sea, Discover Trabzon
Overnight at 3-4 star hotel in Trabzon - Trabzon We welcome you at Trabzon Airport.
- Sumela Monastery We welcome you at Trabzon Airport. From the airport we will directly drive to Maçka to visit Sumela Monastery located in Altınerde Valley National Park, about 50 km from Trabzon, on the steep cliff of the Zigana Mountains. This stunning Greek Orthodox monastery is also known as the Virgin Mary (Meryemana). Sumela Monastery was built in 4th century AD and is one of the oldest monasteries in the Christian world.
- Trabzon Hagia Sophia Museum We will visit Trabzon Hagia Sophia.
- Trabzon Meydan Parki Experience local culture in Trabzon Meydan Park in the evening.
Day 2: From Trabzon to Artvin, Yusufeli, Olgunlar
Overnight at pension in Olgunlar Highland - Olgunlar Today, we will drive to Olgunlar Highland at an elevation 2200 m. (Yusufeli; Artvin). On our way we will enjoy beautiful landscape: forests, rivers, and crystals clear lakes. When we reach our hotel, we will have rest to be ready for next day and our hiking tour.
Day 3: Hiking: Olgunlar-Nasdaf-Dilberdüzü
Overnight in tents at Dilberdüzü campsite - Yaylalar We will have a nice breakfast and then we will pack our bags on mules and start to hike from Olgunlar to Dilberdüzü.
- Hike to Dilber Düzü camping site. On our way we will stop by Nastaf Highland at 2400m. Then we will reach to campsite at Dilberdüzü at 2900m. We will set our tents at the campsite and have a lunch. Then we will have time to hike around and enjoy the beauty of the nature. At the evening we will have dinner prepared by our cooking staff.
Day 4: Hiking from Dilberdüzü, through Deniz Gölü, to Kackar Peak
Overnight in tents in Dilberdüzü. - Kackar Mountains National Park We will get up very early and have a quick breakfast. Then we take our lunch boxes and personal equipment and start our adventure about 5:00 am in the early morning. After 45 min walking we should reach beautiful Deniz Gölü (Sea Lake) at 3450 m. From the lake we will continue our ascent to the top of Mount Kackar (3937 m), the highest point of Kackar Range. After reaching the Kackar Peak we will spend 30-40 minutes there, take pictures and rest. Then, we will slowly descent to Dilberdüzü for camping.
Day 5: Dilberdüdü-Olgunlar-Trabzon Airport
- Olgunlar In the morning, hike from Dilberdüzü to Olgunlar.
- Trabzon In the afternoon, drive to Trabzon Airport. Take an evening flight to fly out.
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Schedule
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
08:00
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
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Martin T
Sep 2022 · Tripadvisor
Awesome experience. Mount Kackar summit was made as smooth as possible with Sunnova travel. Loved every moment of this tour. The landscape is very beautiful and you won't find a lot of traffic on this 4 day trek and that makes it even more magical.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 5 days.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 08:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Within 48 hours, once the supplier confirms.
Is this a private tour?
No, this is a shared group experience.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
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