10-Day Turkey Road Trip from Ankara traveling south to Kayseri, Adana, and Konya

Photo of Mausoleum of Ataturk at amazing sunset, Ankara.
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Duration
10 days & 9 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
9 nights included
Car rental
10 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 10-day road trip through Turkey.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Turkey. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Ankara, 1 night in Kayseri, 4 nights in Adana, and 1 night in Konya, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Ankara, Kayseri, Adana, and Konya. We'll help you experience the best 10 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Ankara, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Turkey, including the stunning Anıtkabir and Haci Bayram Mosque.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Turkey. From the magnificent Mevlâna Museum to the breathtaking Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden and Goreme Historical National Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri and learn more about the unique Uchisar Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Ankara, Kayseri, Adana, and Konya, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Turkey. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Turkey.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Turkey. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Turkey.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Turkey.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Turkey has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Turkey. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 9 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 9 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Turkey extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Turkey fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Turkey today!

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Included

Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

View of Ankara castle and general view of old town.Ankara / 3 nights
Sille Village view in Konya. Sille is old greek village and it is populer tourist attraction in Konya.Konya / 1 night
Photo of Sabancı Merkez Camii (English: Sabancı Central Mosque) in Adana, Turkey. The mosque is the second largest mosque in Turkey and the landmark in the city of Adana.Adana / 4 nights
KayseriKayseri / 1 night
Mersin - region in TurkeyMersin
Hot air balloons flying over Uchisar Castle. Cappadocia. Nevsehir Province. Turkey.Nevşehir
Photo of Historic Cleopatra's Gate in Tarsus, Turkey.Tarsus
Photo of Church of St Peter in Antakya, Hatay region, Turkey. An ancient cave church known as the first Christian church as it was established in 40 AD.Antakya

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Attractions

 Anıtkabir, located in Ankara, is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic.Anıtkabir
Mevlana Tomb, Mosque and Museum in Konya City. Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi is a sufi philosopher and mystic poet of Islam.Mevlâna Museum
Uchisar Castle, Uçhisar, Nevşehir merkez, Nevşehir, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyUchisar Castle
Göreme Historical National ParkGoreme Historical National Park
Tropical Butterfly Garden.Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden
Fairy Chimneys, Çavuşin, Avanos, Nevşehir, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyFairy Chimneys
Haci Bayram Mosque, Hacı Bayram Mahallesi, Altındağ, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyHaci Bayram Mosque
photo of panoramic view of Erciyes Ski Resort with people skiing on the ski slope in Kayseri, Turkey.Erciyes Ski Resort
photo of Kuğulu Park in Çankaya, Ankara, Turkey.Kuğulu Park
photo of Ankara is capital city of Turkey. beautiful view of Ankara castle and interior of the castle.Ankara Castle
Kültür Park, Ferhuniye Mahallesi, Selçuklu, Konya, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyCulture Park
Harbiye Falls, Defne, Hatay, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyHarbiye Falls
Kyoto Japanese Park, Kosova Mahallesi, Selçuklu, Konya, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyKyoto Japanese Park
Stone Bridge, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyStone Bridge
Independence Park, Fidanlık Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyIndependence Park
photo of hot air balloon flying over spectacular Uchisar castle and Pigeon valley in Cappadocia, Turkey.Pigeon Valley
photo of Kayseri Castle: The castle was built by the fifth century the Byzantine Emperor Justinian. Many cannons damaged the castle was repaired in time to first lacinia. Later, during the reign of the Ottomans in Turkey.Kayseri Castle
Central Park, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyCentral Park
Seğmenler Parkı, Çankaya Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeySeğmenler Parkı
Atatürk Parkı, Çankaya Mahallesi, Akdeniz, Mersin, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyAtatürk Parkı
Hatay Archeology Museum, Antakya, Hatay, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyHatay Archeology Museum
Ataturk Park, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyAtaturk Park
MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum, Çukurambar Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyMTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
METU Forest
Tarsus Hayvan Parkı
Sabancı Merkez MosqueSabancı Merkez Mosque
50th Year Park, 50. Yıl Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, Turkey50th Year Park
Ataturk Park, Antakya, Hatay, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyAtaturk Park
Cleopatra Gate
photo of beautiful morning of Varda bridge is a historical stone wall train bridge in Adana, Turkey.Varda Viaduct
photo of rock formations inside the stone well cave in Taskuyu Cave in Mersin, turkey.Taskuyu Cave
Nusret Mayın Gemisi ve Çanakkale Zaferi Kültür Parkı
Tarsus Dam Picnic Area
Ulu Cami, Çankaya Mahallesi, Akdeniz, Mersin, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyUlu Cami

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Small car

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small car
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Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Premium car

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Day 1 – Ankara - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Ankara - arrival day

  • Ankara - Arrival day
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  • Independence Park
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Ankara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Independence Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Ankara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ankara is The Soul Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Turkey!

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Day 2 – Ankara

Day 2

Day 2 – Ankara

  • Ankara
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Drive 56 km, 2 hours 16 min

  • METU Forest
  • MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
  • Anıtkabir
  • Kuğulu Park
  • Seğmenler Parkı
  • More

You still have 2 nights left in Ankara.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is METU Forest. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,752 visitors.

MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,507 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Anıtkabir. This amazing attraction is a mausoleum and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kuğulu Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Seğmenler Parkı. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,145 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Ankara.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara, like Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,773 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

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Day 3 – Altındağ, Nevşehir, and Kayseri

Day 3

Day 3 – Altındağ, Nevşehir, and Kayseri

  • Ankara
  • Nevşehir
  • Kayseri
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Drive 390 km, 5 hours

  • Haci Bayram Mosque
  • Ankara Castle
  • Goreme Historical National Park
  • Fairy Chimneys
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You’ll stay in Kayseri for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Haci Bayram Mosque. This excellent attraction is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,269 visitors.

Around 18,222 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Turkey, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Turkey. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Goreme Historical National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,751 visitors.

This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,424 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kayseri.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!

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Day 4 – Kayseri, Nevşehir, and Adana

Day 4

Day 4 – Kayseri, Nevşehir, and Adana

  • Kayseri
  • Adana
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Drive 387 km, 5 hours 13 min

  • Kayseri Castle
  • Erciyes Ski Resort
  • Pigeon Valley
  • Uchisar Castle
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Kayseri and embark on a scenic drive to Adana, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kayseri before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kayseri. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kayseri Castle.

You could also stop at the incredible Erciyes Ski Resort. This attraction, a beloved ski resort, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,909 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pigeon Valley Hotel. This attraction is a hotel that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,823 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Uchisar Castle. This top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,302 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sirdanci Bedo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,758 customers.

After dinner, visit La Noche Gastro Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Adana, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,301 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Turkey, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 – Adana

Day 5

Day 5 – Adana

  • Adana
  • Mersin
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Drive 259 km, 4 hours 26 min

  • Varda Viaduct
  • Taskuyu Cave
  • Atatürk Parkı
  • Ulu Cami
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You still have 3 nights left in Adana.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Atatürk Parkı. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 11,174 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Adana.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Adana, like Kasrı Kervan Kebap. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,489 customers.

Mert Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Adana. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

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Day 6 – Adana

Day 6

Day 6 – Adana

  • Tarsus
  • Adana
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Drive 104 km, 2 hours 24 min

  • Nusret Mayın Gemisi ve Çanakkale Zaferi Kültür Parkı
  • Cleopatra Gate
  • Tarsus Dam Picnic Area
  • Tarsus Hayvan Parkı
  • More

You still have 2 nights left in Adana.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Adana.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Adana, like Izol Baklava Salonu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.

İştah Kebap is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Adana. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

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Day 7 – Hatay and Adana

Day 7

Day 7 – Hatay and Adana

  • Antakya
  • Adana
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Drive 407 km, 5 hours 30 min

  • Harbiye Falls
  • Ataturk Park
  • Hatay Archeology Museum
  • More

You still have 1 night left in Adana.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Harbiye Falls. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 16,266 visitors.

Ataturk Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,710 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hatay Archeology Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,243 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Adana.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

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Day 8 – Seyhan and Konya

Day 8

Day 8 – Seyhan and Konya

  • Adana
  • Konya
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Drive 351 km, 4 hours 38 min

  • Ataturk Park
  • Stone Bridge
  • Sabancı Merkez Mosque
  • Central Park
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Konya. You’ll stay in Konya for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Seyhan’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Seyhan, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ataturk Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,238 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Stone Bridge. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,713 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Sabanci Central Mosque to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Sabanci Central Mosque is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,999 visitors.

The lovely Seyhan Merkez Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,805 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Seyhan has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Konya. Konya offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Konya, the fantastic Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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Day 9 – Konya, Selçuklu, and Ankara

Day 9

Day 9 – Konya, Selçuklu, and Ankara

  • Konya
  • Ankara
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Drive 280 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Mevlâna Museum
  • Culture Park
  • Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden
  • Kyoto Japanese Park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Mevlâna Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 62,374 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Culture Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular butterfly house, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 22,477 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kyoto Japanese Park. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Konya is another excellent way to spend your new day in Turkey. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Turkey’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Turkey’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Turkey’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Culture Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 visitors, this butterfly house deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Kyoto Japanese Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ankara.

After dinner, visit O Ses Sensin - Karaoke, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ankara. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 910 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!

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Day 10 – Ankara - departure day

Day 10

Day 10 – Ankara - departure day

  • Ankara - Departure day
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  • 50th Year Park
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Day 10 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ankara before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

50th Year Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ankara. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,063 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Ankara and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Ankara at Şehir Kebapçısı before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend New York Pizza Delivery Anıttepe for your last chance at a meal in the city of Ankara. The New York Pizza Delivery Anıttepe restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Ankara. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!

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