Karadeniz
ArtvinThings to Do & Travel Guide
A green paradise where valleys and highlands meet
What Is This City Known For?
Artvin is a mountainous and forested Black Sea province that bears traces of Georgian and Laz cultures due to its proximity to the Caucasus. It is known for its deep canyons stretching along the Çoruh River valley. Karagöl National Park and its high plateaus (such as the Kafkasör Plateau) are major destinations for nature and highland tourism. The traditional highland festivals held every year reflect the region’s vibrant folk culture.
About
Artvin is one of the provinces with the most dramatic landscapes in the Black Sea region. With the deep valleys carved by the Çoruh River, the lush highlands of Şavşat and Borçka, the mirror-like waters of Karagöl, and its rafting opportunities, it’s a top destination on nature lovers’ itineraries.
June through September is ideal for mountain tourism; July and August are the rafting season
Flight to Rize-Artvin Airport (near Hopa); 3.5 hours by road from Trabzon.
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
3-4 days (Karagöl, Şavşat, Borçka dahil)
8 Accommodations
7 Restaurants
10 Things to See
10 Local Delicacies
How to Get There
By Air
Rize-Artvin Havalimanı, Hopa üzerinden 1.5 hours
By Bus
Trabzon ve Erzurum'dan düzenli otobüs seferleri
By Car
Karadeniz sahil yolundan Hopa'ya, oradan dağ yoluyla Artvin'e
How Many Days Will You Stay?
We create an ideal route based on your length of stay.
Artvin - 3 Days Itinerary
3 days plan generated from 10 attractions and 7 restaurants.
Breakfast: Şavşat yolu, Artvin çevresinde
On the road to Şavşat, authentic cuisine made with highland produce
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Merkez, Artvin çevresinde
A restaurant known for its river views, trout, and regional meat dishes
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsHatila Vadisi Milli Parkı
A mountain valley protected for its endemic vegetation
⏱ 1-2 hours
Get DirectionsKaragöl Tabiat Parkı
A pond and campground nestled in the forest, reflecting the surroundings like a mirror
⏱ 2-3 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Camili, Borçka, Artvin çevresinde
A small café in the village of Camili, famous for its organic honey production
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsBreakfast: Camili, Borçka çevresinde
In the village of Vadi, a traditional Black Sea-style meal featuring organic produce
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsMacahel (Camili) Vadisi
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the native habitat of the Caucasian honeybee
⏱ Tam days
Get DirectionsCamili Biyosfer Köyleri
Village settlements within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
⏱ 1-2 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Borçka, Artvin çevresinde
A place by the lake that serves trout and cornbread
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Şavşat, Artvin çevresinde
A traditional meal in the woods along the Karagöl road
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsBreakfast: Yusufeli, Artvin çevresinde
Home-cooked meals by the river after a rafting trip
⏱ 1 hours
Get DirectionsLunch: Şavşat yolu, Artvin çevresinde
On the road to Şavşat, authentic cuisine made with highland produce
⏱ 1.5 hours
Get DirectionsDinner: Merkez, Artvin çevresinde
A restaurant known for its river views, trout, and regional meat dishes
⏱ 2 hours
Get DirectionsŞavşat Yaylaları (Karagöl-Sahara)
Lush green highlands and traditional highland festivals
⏱ Yarım days
Get DirectionsŞavşat Karagöl
A misty and mysterious mountain lake in the middle of a Scots pine forest
⏱ 2 hours
Get Directions💡 Son days — dönüş yolculuğu için zaman payı bırakın.
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Things to Do in Artvin
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Karagöl Tabiat Parkı
Orman içinde ayna gibi duran gölet ve kamp alanı
Y
Düz yürüyüş parkuru
Giriş yanında ücretli araç park alanı
Macahel (Camili) Vadisi
UNESCO Biyosfer Rezervi, kafkas arısının anavatanı
Y
Zorlu dağ yolu
Şavşat Karagöl
Sarıçam ormanı içinde, sisli ve gizemli yayla gölü
S
Araçla + yürüyüş
Yusufeli ve Çoruh Rafting Rotası
Türkiye'nin en zorlu rafting parkurlarından biri
D
Rafting botu
Şavşat Yaylaları (Karagöl-Sahara)
Yemyeşil yaylalar ve geleneksel yayla şenlikleri
T
Dağlık patika, orta zorluk
Çoruh Nehri Rafting
Türkiye'nin en hızlı akan nehirlerinden birinde rafting deneyimi
P
Fiziksel uygunluk gerekli
Camili Biyosfer Köyleri
UNESCO Biyosfer Rezervi'nin köy yerleşimleri
K
Erişilebilir
Hatila Vadisi Milli Parkı
Endemik bitki örtüsüyle korunan dağ vadisi
Y
Yürüyüş yolları
Camili (Macahel) Biyosfer Rezervi
UNESCO tarafından tanınan, el değmemiş orman ekosistemi
Y
Dağlık, ulaşım zor
Borçka Karagölü ve Barajı
Çoruh Vadisi'nde, dağlarla çevrili baraj gölü manzarası
Y
Araçla erişilebilir
Camping & Caravan Spots
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Route and distanceErzurum
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Çifte Minareli Medrese, Yakutiye Medresesi, Tortum Şelalesi
Route and distanceNearest Airports to Artvin
Road distance and drive time from the airport to the city centre (without traffic).
Rize-Artvin Havalimanı (RZV)
118.5 km to the centre, about 1h 50min
Distance to Other Cities
Full distance table →Frequently Asked Questions
June through September is ideal for mountain tourism; July and August are the rafting season
Flight to Rize-Artvin Airport (near Hopa); 3.5 hours by road from Trabzon.
Moderate — average cost compared with other Turkish travel routes. Check current prices on booking sites.
Kuymak, Karalahana Çorbası, Macahel Balı are among the famous local foods you must try.
3-4 days (Karagöl, Şavşat, Borçka dahil)
Top spots in Artvin include Karagöl Tabiat Parkı, Şavşat Yaylaları (Karagöl-Sahara), Çoruh Nehri Rafting, Camili (Macahel) Biyosfer Rezervi.
Artvin offers accommodation in the following categories: Guesthouse, Boutique Hotel, Hotel.