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

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Kayseri. You’ll stay in Kayseri for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Kayseri has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,935 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri, GUBATE RESTAURANT. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,862 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri is BAĞDAT PÖÇ TANDIR. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,469 customers.

Locals recommend Hasan Usta Et Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,533 customers.

Kayseri also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Kayseri is Piano Karaoke Party House. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 193 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kayseri. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Adana. You’ll stay in Adana for 4 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kayseri’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kayseri, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cumhuriyet Meydanı. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,818 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Archeological Museum. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,288 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kayseri Castle to make the most of your road trip across Turkey.

The lovely Erciyes Ski Resort is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,909 visitors have left this ski resort average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Kaya Kebap. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,332 reviews.

The remarkable Sirdanci Bedo is another top restaurant in Adana we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,758 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ciğerci Ulaş is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,636 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Adana, the fantastic La Noche Gastro Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,301 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Next Republic Güzelyalı. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Paddy's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 719 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Adana, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Adana.

Today you'll explore the city of Bozlu. 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.

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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 Ciğerci Mahmut. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,234 customers.

Kasrı Kervan 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 1,489 customers.

Locals enjoy Mert Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Adana. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Adana, Brasserie Bomonti. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Hayal Kahvesi Adana. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,046 customers.

Newport İrİsh Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Adana. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Adana, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Adana.

Today you'll explore the city of Akgedik. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Tarsus Dam Picnic Area. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,968 visitors.

Cleopatra Gate is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Akgedik. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,180 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Akgedik is Nusret Mayın Gemisi ve Çanakkale Zaferi Kültür Parkı. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,774 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 Maki Restoran Uğur Mumcu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,375 customers.

Gönül Kebap Adana Yüreğir Kebapçı 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 1,197 customers.

Locals enjoy Izol Baklava Salonu, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Adana. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Adana, Baran Türkü Evi. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Mandalin Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Blackboard cafe&bar is another of the best bars in the city of Adana. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

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

On day 5 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Seyhan and Mersin. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Adana, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Seyhan is Ataturk Park. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 10,238 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Atatürk Parkı in the city of Mersin. Atatürk Parkı is a park and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 11,174 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Turkey more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Turkey’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Adana.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Kling Usta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 961 customers.

İştah Kebap is one of the top restaurants in the city of Adana. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Adana, Lokal Cafe & Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 208 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Adana!

Day 6 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Yüreğir and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Konya. You will stay in Konya for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Yüreğir is the amazing Seyhan Merkez Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Yüreğir by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Turkey. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Konya, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kebapçı Dedeler 1929 ( Merkez ), one of the best restaurants in the city of Konya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 733 customers.

Locals also recommend CELALBEY ETLİEKMEK IZGARA ŞUBE 2 1985 as one of the best restaurants in the city of Konya. CELALBEY ETLİEKMEK IZGARA ŞUBE 2 1985 is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Konya is Halk Etliekmek Konya. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,391 customers.

After dinner, visit Ziyafet Kasap-Fırın-Izgara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Konya. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Alternatively, Cafe Extrablatt is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Konya. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,076 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Konya and Selçuklu. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Konya, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Konya is Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This amazing attraction is a butterfly house and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,477 visitors.

Ecdat Parkı is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Konya. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Ecdat Parkı has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,128 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Konya more memorable, we recommend you visit Kyoto Japanese Park. This outstanding attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Culture Park. More than 17,765 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

This day is also your chance to visit Culture Park in the town of Selçuklu. Culture Park is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Turkey more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Turkey’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Konya.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like MİTHAT TİRİT. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,606 customers.

Dönerci Cengiz is one of the top restaurants in the city of Konya. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,962 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Konya is Cemo Restaurant. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,079 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Konya, Konya Kebap Evi. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Konya, we recommend the cocktails at Akyokuş Dostların Yeri Aile Restauranttı. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Konya is Masagah Mangalbasi. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Konya!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Konya and embark on a scenic drive to Ankara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Konya 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 Konya. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,491 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Anıtkabir. This attraction, a beloved mausoleum, has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 118,317 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Konya is the stunning Independence Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated mosque in Konya. The popular Haci Bayram Mosque is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,269 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight, or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Ankara Castle. This attraction is a castle rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 18,222 reviews.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,491 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Masabaşı Kebapçısı. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,976 customers.

Locals also recommend Fevzi Hoca Balık Lokantası, another of the best restaurants in Ankara. Fevzi Hoca Balık Lokantası is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,895 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Tavacı Recep Usta Ümitköy - Ankara. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,642 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Afitap Meyhane Tunus to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ankara, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,047 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Varuna Gezgin Cafe - Ankara - Tunalı. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Varuna Gezgin Cafe - Ankara - Tunalı has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,925 customers.

The Soul Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

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!

Day 9 of your road trip through Turkey is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Uçhisar and the city of Nevşehir. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the village of Uçhisar is the amazing Uchisar Castle. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,302 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pigeon Valley Hotel. This hotel and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,823 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Uçhisar 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 Goreme Historical National Park in the city of Nevşehir for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,751 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lezzet Develi Cıvıklısı, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

Locals also recommend KAFKAS MUTFAK as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri. KAFKAS MUTFAK is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 748 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri is Elvan Lokantası. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

After dinner, visit CANLI 38 TEKEL BAYİİİ 7/24 KALİTELİ HİZMET, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kayseri. This bar is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 73 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kayseri 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.

İnönü Parkı is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Kayseri. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,574 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Kayseri at Nur Kebap Izgara ve Döner Salonu before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Elmacıoğlu İskender for your last chance at a meal in the city of Kayseri. The Elmacıoğlu İskender restaurant has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 8,328 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Kaşık-La. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,560 customers.

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