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black sea uncut

  A memorable adventure that will take you to hidden parts of the Eastern Black Sea.

5 nights, 6 days

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Waving Stools
family adventure
Mecuna waterfall
Zilkale medieval castle
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black sea family

adventure

A perfect holiday for the whole family with the right balance of adventure, learning and relaxing.

6 nights, 7 days
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Sumela Monastery
Zilkale medieval castle
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elevit highland
Off the beaten path
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autumn in the

black sea

Join this exclusive tour and enjoy the amazing autumn colours of the Black Sea.

4 nights, 5 days

hidden wonders reviews

  • star rating  Where do I start, we had such a beautiful time with hidden wonders! Our tour guide Nihat was very friendly and we loved every minute of our tour.

    We... read more

    492zahraw
    May 10, 2022

  • star rating  Wow, where do I begin? I’m an experienced solo traveler who had been to Turkey twice before but I knew that it would be best to explore the Black Sea... read more

    Bwhite41290
    November 1, 2019

  • star rating  We enjoyed the trip we did with Hidden Wonders. The vehicle we drove in was a very nice 4x4 and the driver was the friendliest man ever and took the... read more

    Miroda O
    October 30, 2019

  • star rating  I've just got back from doing the Hidden Wonders Black Sea Uncut tour. It was 6 days and 5 nights. As someone who normally prefers to travel solo, this tour... read more

    Loren D
    August 17, 2019

  • Living in the U.S. and having our wedding in Istanbul, my then-to-be husband and I knew we wanted to explore the Black Sea in the Aydir/Rize region for our honeymoon.... read more

    Tamara Alaryan Avatar Tamara Alaryan
    September 20, 2021

  • I've just got back from doing the Hidden Wonders Black Sea Uncut tour. It was 6 days and 5 nights and a life-changing experience off the beaten track! As... read more

    Loren Downing Avatar Loren Downing
    September 20, 2019

  • I recently went on the Black Sea Uncut tour with Hidden Wonders Private Tours and it was a once in a lifetime experience. The 5-night 6-day tour took us off... read more

    Dan Hassett Avatar Dan Hassett
    September 22, 2019

  • I've just got back from doing the Hidden Wonders Black Sea Uncut tour. It was 6 days and 5 nights and a life-changing experience off the beaten track! As someone... read more

    Loren Downing Avatar Loren Downing
    August 17, 2019
“Wow, where do I begin? I’m an experienced solo traveler who had been to Turkey twice before but I knew that it would be best to explore the Black Sea region with a tour. So after a quick google search, I came across Hidden Wonders—and I’m so happy I chose them!
After reading I few things on their website I decided to reach out for more information. And from the beginning, I was in communication with Gamze, who owns the company. From start to finish, she was always kind, patient, knowledgeable and very responsive to any question I had.
I just got back from my tour last week and I can truly say that it was the experience and adventure of a lifetime! I spent four days exploring the Black Sea region and everything was simply fantastic. The landscape is unbelievably gorgeous, all the food we ate was so delicious (you’ll have your share of fresh food and unique regional specialties), and the tour guides were kind, knowledgeable, and passionate about the region.”
Brittany W. (part 1)
“As a solo female traveler on this tour, I also felt extremely safe the entire time I was on the tour. The tour guides always made sure I was comfortable and Gamze made the effort to check in with me throughout my stay. Since I did a private tour, I was able to communicate directly with Gamze to have the itinerary I wanted. And even though I was only one person, I found that the price was extremely reasonable and definitely 100% worth it. The landscape and culture of the Black Sea Region speaks for itself but if you’re looking for a tour company, look no further than Hidden Wonders. They will make sure that you have an unforgettable and effortless experience. You won’t regret it!”
Brittany W. (part 2)
“As someone who normally prefers to travel solo, this tour has changed my life and perception of doing tours! The small group sizes (we had 4 in our group) meant there was flexibility and the location being uncut and off the beaten track means that you are traveling with like-minded people who are also looking for a unique experience and the chance to trailblaze and see unchartered treasures! Plus, the locations we went to were very exquisite and literally off the main roads so you do require a local to get you there!
The guide was warm, caring, thoughtful, and had a genuine passion for his country and the hidden gems. He was also able to tinker the schedule to suit the situation – whether it be to support our groups’ individual interests or changes in weather. One of my highlights was that he also took us to non-touristic places to eat and each meal ensured we sampled something different and it was the best of the best. These were meals I’d return to the Black Sea for in a heartbeat.”
Loren D. (part 1)
“The places we visited were incredible. Waterfalls, seas of clouds, mountain views at altitude higher than 2700m, Black Sea views, villages without tourists, colourful streets, the list goes on. But best of all, they were all definitely hidden wonders that will no doubt be on the tourist map before we know it. I’d highly recommend you visit before it is the next hot place to be swamped on by the masses!!
I’d also like to thank the owner of this boutique business, Gamze. Yes, you read right… you get to liaise with the owner! Not like other providers like Intrepid or Flight Centre where you just talk to an employee that has no vested interest and never been before! Gamze was easy to liaise with and very accommodating to personal needs and answered many of my questions. What she has designed is incredible and I thank her for changing my perception on tours and introducing me to one of my favourite places in the world and her home region! I will be sure to revisit the Black Sea regional areas again next year! Can’t wait :-)”
Loren D. (part 2)
“We enjoyed the trip we did with Hidden Wonders. The vehicle we drove in was a very nice 4×4 and the driver was the friendliest man ever and took the most beautiful photos. Our accommodation was also lovely and we got to visit places we would otherwise never have ended up seeing ourselves including having dinner at the top of a mountain with a local friend of the driver. Our highlight out of many beautiful places we saw was our drive to the top of a really high plateau where we watched the sun set and clouds roll in. Felt like we were on top of the world. I would highly recommend doing a trip with Hidden Wonders.”
Miroda O.
“I had an ABSOLUTELY FREAKING AMAZING time with Hidden Wonders in Turkey. 6/5 stars
If you’re ummming and ahhhring about booking a trip with this team DO IT – the whole trip is so off the ‘beaten path’ that I can promise you – you wouldn’t be able to get around and do the things that we did in the Black Sea Region without Hidden Wonders.
MUST VISIT – Black Sea Region. You were surrounded by magic. The mountains, waterfalls, and crisp clean air made it. It was unlike any northern hemisphere forest I’d been in before (different to USA for example) – it was more ‘Hans Christian Andersen’ vibes. The people were just lovely but without our guide I wouldn’t have been able to talk to anyone ? Local food by the way – I can’t even. Everything was just delicious.”
Alex H.
“I recently went on the Black Sea Uncut tour with Hidden Wonders Private Tours and it was a once in a lifetime experience. The 5-night 6-day tour took us off the beaten track as we discovered sights that are not yet on the tourist map, from waterfalls, to historic towns and buildings to untouched nature. The accommodation was sensational, and our tour guide was full of knowledge and went out of his way to ensure everyone on the tour was safe and maximising their experience during the trip. His local knowledge of all the best places to eat was also amazing as I ate some of the most delicious food I have ever tasted. If you are looking to travel to this region or are looking to do a tour with a difference than I highly recommend giving Hidden Wonders Private tours.”
Dan H.
“Having travelled to more than thirty countries over the last twenty years, I’ve seen some incredible places. When I went to Elevit Yaylasi though, I felt a connection to the earth that I’ve never experienced anywhere else. Among some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, I sat in silence – in awe – with only my family in sight. Complete peace.”
Craig H.
“I didn’t really know what to expect when I visited the Black Sea region but it was far more incredible than I ever imagined. I saw beautiful photos before I went but they don’t compare to the reality of being there. For me it felt magical, like I was in a fairytale land. Driving from Trabzon airport and having the Black Sea on the left and snow capped mountains on the right was so special. The people in the region are so very welcoming and kind. And of course, the food is incredible. Especially the Muhlama.”
Courtney G.
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who is hidden wonders

Hidden Wonders is a private tour company that is designed with a particular traveller in mind: a traveller who is seeking destinations and experiences that are unique, meaningful and only accessible to people with local knowledge of the region.

We can deliver our promise consistently with quality as each element of your trip is handpicked and tested by locals. All of our tours can be customised based on your preferences. Just let us know what you are after and we will take care of the rest.

where did it all start

Hidden Wonders started after a trip to my parents’ hometown, Rize, a city on the Northeast of Turkey, in 2016.

I had been to Rize several times before that trip but sometimes things don’t click until someone else points it out to you. There were four of us: me and my husband, my brother and his wife. We went to one of the villages located on an untouched plateau amongst the Kackar mountains with only a few houses that villagers use in summer time. There was no one else there but us. It felt like we opened a door and stumbled upon this hidden wonder on this little corner of the world.

What got Hidden Wonders really started though were the words from my not-spiritual-at-all husband. On the way back from the mountains he said, ‘This is the only place I’ve ever felt a spiritual connection to the land. It gives me insight into how Aboriginal people of Australia feel about their land,’ and not long after that trip Hidden Wonders was born and has been dedicated to deliver magical experiences to travellers from all corners of the world.  

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