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Experience the majesty of Turkey’s mountains on this 7-day guided trek
Spend one week immersed in the beauty of Turkey’s mountains as you trek to the summit of Kaçkar (3979m).
Pitch your tent in the high pastures of the Kaçkar mountains and sleep beneath the stars.
Learn about local culture and traditions as you visit and stay in small, charming villages.
Stand in awe of the Dilberdüzü Valley as you trek to soaring heights to unlock the best views.
Experience the rugged beauty of Turkey’s Kaçkar Mountain range as you hike from north to south over the course of one incredible week. Reach the highest passes of the range and opt to ascend to the peak of Kaçkar (3937m) where you’ll be met with breathtaking views. Unwind after exciting days in cozy pensions nestled in local villages and camp in the high pastures of the mountains beneath the stars.
Experience the rugged beauty of Turkey’s Kaçkar Mountain range as you hike from north to south over the course of one incredible week. Reach the highest passes of the range and opt to ascend to the peak of Kaçkar (3937m) where you’ll be met with breathtaking views. Unwind after exciting days in cozy pensions nestled in local villages and camp in the high pastures of the mountains beneath the stars.
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Kackar Summit Trek Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival
On arrival at Trabzon Airport, you will be met by your tour guide and driver. Depending on your arrival time you can make a short walk or transfer straight to the accommodation in Çamlıhemşin (2hrs) for your dinner and overnight.
Overnight Location: Pension in Çamlıhemşin
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Palakçur – Karamolla
You’ll start your trek in Palakçur after a 30 mins transfer. Crossing the mountain range from north to the south via the Palakçur pass you will end the walk-in Karamolla village. From here transfer to hotel in Yaylalar (Hevek) village (30 mins) for your dinner and overnight.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Yaylalar
Distance: 900m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Yaylalar – Modut
Today’s walk takes you from the pension first through the forest and then climbing up over the tree line to descend to Modut summer village. From there you’ll walk on to Mikelis and transfer back to Yaylalar village for your overnight at the same hotel (20 mins).
Overnight Location: Hotel in Yaylalar
Distance: 700m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Trek to base camp
We head for base camp to prepare for the summit ascent. Yur supplies will be taken up by mules. Put up our tents and in the afternoon can make an optional climb to a nearby small summit.
Dinner and overnight at Dilberdüzü base camp (H: 2900m).
Overnight Location: Camping at Dilberdüzü base camp (2,900m/9,514’)
Distance: 4 hours, 900m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Kaçkar Summit
Early morning start to the highest peak of the Kaçkar range. The walk is on a path until the last few hundred meters where it almost disappear and you walk over rocks (no rock climbing is involved). Short distances may be on snow.
It is also a good day for daily treks around basecamp (to the icy Deniz Lake for example) for those who choose not to attempt the summit. Camp at Dilberdüzü as on the previous day.
Overnight Location: Camping at Dilberdüzü base camp (2,900m/9,514’)
Distance: 1,000m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Dilberdüzü – Dobe
This is a high walk over Pisovit pass with great views of all the Dilberdüzü valley. You’ll descend into the next valley and camp at Dobe valley and campsite (H: 2500m).
Dinner and overnight at Dobe campsite.
Overnight Location: Camping at Dobe (2,500m/8,200’)
Distance: 300m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Lanetleme – Çaymakçur & Ayder hot springs
Over Lanetleme pass (H:3200m) you’ll cross back to the north side of the mountain range. You’ll descend via Çaymakçur valley (H:2100m) and meet with your vehicle to transfer to Ayder where you can relax in the thermal bath. Then move on to Çamlıhemşin for our last dinner and overnight at the pension there.
Overnight Location: Pension in Çamlıhemşin
Distance: 700m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Day 8 Departure
Transfer to Trabzon airport (2hrs).
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Kackar Summit Trek Price and Dates
Pricing for this guided hiking tour in Turkey is run as a fixed-departure tour for mixed group, however, if you are willing, you can open your own date and have others joining you.Prices below are per person:
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Accommodation on Kackar Summit Trek
The accommodation on this tour is based in pensions and camping. The accommodation in Kackar Mountain villages is basic but full of local character and coziness. You will also spend 3 nights camping near Kackar Mountain.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms in pensions are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room where possible (please enquire about the pricing). Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Kackar Summit Trek?
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers from and back to Kayseri Airport. Any other transfers or flights are not included.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide
- Camping equipment:
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- Tents
- Sleeping mats
- Mule/horse support during camp days
- Snowshoes and crampons (if needed)
Not included
- Any domestic or international flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Entrance fees to museums and monuments
- Sleeping bag
Optional Extras
- Single supplements
- How hard is the Kackar Summit Trek?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Turkey?
- Are meals included on the Kackar Summit Trek?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Kackar Region to start this tour?
- Is the Kackar Summit Trek in English?
- Where does the Kackar Summit Trek end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Turkey?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Turkey?
We rate this tour as a 4/5. This tour includes several days of camping in a mountainous environment in a high elevation. You should expect trekking on rugged terrain in harsh weather conditions, therefore it is not recommended for beginners.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Trabzon Airport, from where you will be picked up.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Trabzon, where you will be transferred to an airport for your flight.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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Middle Earth Travel started business in 2001, owned by some very experienced and established guides, determined to make a living doing what they like best: trekking tours. Over the years we expanded our area of expertise to archaeological, cultural and family tours and have become a leader in biking tours as well, but we still focus on small, private groups and personal guided or self-guided travelling experiences. We are licenced by the Turkish Tourism Ministry and registered by the Union of Turkish Travel Agencies.
