Black Sea Tea Plantations - Turkey's Tea Capital | Indra Village - İndra Village Rize
Gezi RehberiJanuary 22, 202612 min read

Black Sea Tea Plantations - Turkey's Tea Capital | Indra Village

Black Sea tea plantations tour, tea production, tea gardens, tea factories. Detailed guide about tea plantations in Rize and Artvin region.

The Black Sea region is Turkey's tea production hub. Rize and Artvin provinces are home to lush tea plantations, traditional tea gardens and modern tea factories. Enjoy an unforgettable tea culture experience with easy access to the tea fields from Indra Village.

Black Sea Tea Plantations - Rize View

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About Black Sea Tea Plantations

The Black Sea region, especially Rize and Artvin provinces, supplies about 90% of Turkey's tea production. The area features lush tea plantations, terraced hillsides and traditional tea culture.

Tea Plantation Features

  • ✓ Lush scenery – Striking green cover
  • ✓ Terraced layout – Terraces on mountain slopes
  • ✓ Traditional picking – Hand-picked tea
  • ✓ Modern production – Tea factories
  • ✓ Cultural experience – Tea culture
  • ✓ Photo opportunities – Stunning views

Tea Plantation Tour Activities

What you can do in the Black Sea tea plantations:

  • ✓ Tea plantation tour and photography
  • ✓ Tea picking experience (in season)
  • ✓ Tea factory visit
  • ✓ Fresh tea tasting
  • ✓ Learn about tea culture
  • ✓ Rest in the tea gardens

Tea Plantations to Visit in the Black Sea

Recommended

Rize Tea Plantations

  • Wide tea areas
  • Terraced layout
  • Çaykur factories
  • Tea museum
  • Fresh tea sales

Artvin Tea Gardens

  • Natural tea areas
  • Traditional layout
  • Scenic location
  • Tea picking experience
  • Cultural tour

Pazar Tea Plantations

  • Near Indra Village
  • Lush scenery
  • Photo opportunities
  • Traditional layout
  • Nature walks
İndra Village

Tea Plantation Tours from Indra Village

Indra Village is located in Rize Pazar, close to the tea plantations. We offer guided tea plantation tours, tea factory visit arrangements and information on tea culture. We serve fresh Rize tea at our property and provide a comfortable place to rest after your tea plantation tour.
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Easy access to tea plantations
Guided Tours
Tea plantation tour organisation
Fresh Tea
Rize tea service
Photo Opportunities
Stunning views
Rest & Comfort
Comfort after the tour
Tour Organisation
+90 532 459 96 53

Tips for Tea Plantation Tours

Best Time to Visit

Tea picking season (May–October) is the ideal period. Spring (April–May) is when the tea plantations are at their greenest.

Photography

Tea plantations offer excellent views for photography. The best shots are in the early morning (sunrise) and in the afternoon (golden hour).

Guided Tours

We recommend a guided tour for tea plantation visits. You can arrange a tea plantation tour from Indra Village. WhatsApp: +90 532 459 96 53

Tea Tasting

You can taste fresh tea on factory visits. Fresh Rize tea is also served at Indra Village.

Frequently Asked Questions About Black Sea Tea Plantations

How do I get to the Black Sea tea plantations?

The tea plantations are 10–30 minutes by car from Rize and Artvin centres. You can reach them with a guided service from Indra Village. For details, contact us on WhatsApp: +90 532 459 96 53

Is the tea plantation tour paid?

Entry to the tea plantations is usually free. Guided tours and tea factory visits may be paid. You can get information on organising a tea plantation tour from Indra Village.

Can I try tea picking?

Yes. During the tea picking season (May–October) you can try tea picking at some tea gardens. We recommend booking in advance.

How do I visit a tea factory?

Some factories such as Çaykur are open to visitors. You may need to book in advance for factory tours. You can arrange a tea factory tour from Indra Village.

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