Star your tour with a visit to the Hagia Sophia Church (Mosque) that was modeled on the much larger St. Sophia in Istanbul. It was built by the Commenos family in the 13th century and later expanded by emperor Manuel Paleologos VIII. In 2013, Hagia Sophia Church converted to a mosque. Next, you will drive to Sumela Monastery, well known and respected as a monastic center from the 4th century until 1923. This Greek Orthodox monastery was constructed within a cavern in the middle of a steep slope above dense forests, and lies approximately 25 miles south of Trabzon. This was the most important of the many monasteries built in the area during the Byzantine era and is also the best preserved. The monastery was abandoned in 1923 when the Turkish Republic was created. Lunch will be served at Sumela Restaurant near the river, and you will taste the specialties of the Black Sea Region. After lunch, your coach will head back to the city centre. Watch for the many types of plants found along the banks of the river during the drive. Back in the city, you will visit the Ortahisar Fatih Mosque, known as the most important religious building in Trabzon. The mosque dates back to the Byzantine period and is one of the best remaining examples of Ottoman decorative art. On the way to Fatih Mosque, you will cross the Zagnos Bridge, built by the ancient Romans, and also view the interesting city walls. After a short panoramic drive you will arrive to the Ataturk Museum, housed in a beautiful mansion that is a beautiful example of 19th-century European architecture. The museum exhibits Ataturk’s belongings, photographs and some documents relating to the war. At the end of the day, you will return to the port.