10-Day Turkey Road Trip from Samsun traveling east to Çorum, Ankara, Amasya, and Giresun

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

Samsun has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Samsun is Ramada Plaza Hotel. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like B&C Hotel Spa. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Samsun is Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 334 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Samsun, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

Samsun also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Samsun is NO:75 PASSAGE. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 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 Samsun. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Çorum. You’ll stay in Çorum for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Samsun’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Samsun, start your day with a visit to the amazing Veterans Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,879 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bandırma ferry. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,989 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Amisos Hill to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Amisos Hill is a tumulus that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,400 visitors.

The lovely The Çakırlar is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,305 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Çorum, like Grand Dost Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 89 guests.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Çorum Marmaris Döner. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 415 reviews.

The remarkable Bizimkiler Lokantası is another top restaurant in Çorum we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Esmahall Çorum is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 3 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ankara for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Samsun is the amazing Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,835 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Ankara Castle. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,127 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,561 visitors.

The spectacular Haci Bayram Mosque is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,757 visitors.

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 Ankara, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Anadolu Hotels Downtown Ankara is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 459 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Lion City Hotel Ankara. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 404 guests.

After dinner, visit The Soul Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ankara. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Ankara and embark on a scenic drive to Amasya, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ankara 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 Ankara. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,651 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 111,960 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ankara is the stunning Independence Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,408 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Çorum Saat Kulesi. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,782 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Başkent Aspava Restorant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,432 customers.

Locals also recommend Küçükağa Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Amasya. Küçükağa Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,132 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Amasya Anadolu Mantı Evi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 920 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Giresun. You’ll stay in Giresun for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Samsun’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Samsun, start your day with a visit to the amazing Boztepe Cable Car. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,413 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Giresun Castle. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,742 visitors.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Giresun, like Colonia Park Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Ramada Giresun Piraziz. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 25 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Osmanoğlu Menemen Restoran (Çakallı Menemeni). This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 591 reviews.

The remarkable BOHÇA MANTI is another top restaurant in Giresun we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Serender Reastaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 276 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 6 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Trabzon for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Samsun is the amazing شلال اوسميت اوغلو. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 840 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Rize Fortress. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,961 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding Agaran Waterfall. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,805 visitors.

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 Trabzon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Trabzon is the 4-star Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kalender Lokanta ve Kafe, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

Locals also recommend Kalamış Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. Kalamış Restoran is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon is Okkam Restoran. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

After dinner, visit İskele Restoran, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Trabzon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Trabzon.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Uzungol Observation Deck. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 327 visitors.

Uzungöl is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,750 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Uzungöl. This amazing attraction is a lake and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,578 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sultan Murat Plateau. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,522 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 Trabzon.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon, like Müzeyyen Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Panagia Premier Trabzon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

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

On day 8 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Tilya Resort Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Samsun. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Calkoy Cave. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,696 visitors.

Hıdırnebi Yaylası is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,760 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Altindere Valley National Park. This park is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 6,060 reviews.

Come to Samsun prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Samsun.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Samsun.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Nevre Cafe & Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Samsun. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

Karpi Pide is another of the best restaurants in the city of Samsun. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 368 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Samsun is İskele Restoran. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Turkey.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Samsun. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Samsun’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

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

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Ramada Plaza Hotel, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Samsun. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Samsun, like B&C Hotel Spa. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This 4-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 334 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular NO:75 PASSAGE. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 632 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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

Tütün Pier is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Samsun. This pier and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,136 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Samsun at Canikli Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

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