11-Day Turkey Road Trip from Konya traveling north to Antalya, Aydin, Bursa, and Istanbul

Selçuklu has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Culture Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,523 visitors.

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

Konya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Konya is Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Turkey!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Selçuklu, start your day with a visit to the amazing Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This much-appreciated butterfly house and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,352 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sille Baraj Parkı. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,533 visitors.

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

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

You’ll stay in Aydın for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Antalya Archeology Museum. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,009 visitors.

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 Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,503 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın, Vardar Pastanesi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Locals recommend Güldeste Lokantası Aydın Merkez as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın. Güldeste Lokantası Aydın Merkez is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Aydın, Yeni Eski Cafe Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Shamrock INN. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

Canlı Müzik | 5arlo Bistro Cafe & Bar is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Aydın. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Aydin and embark on a scenic drive to Bursa, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aydin and Izmir 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 Aydin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aytepe Picnic Area. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,510 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Suleiman Bey Mosque. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,040 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Aydin is the stunning Ramazan Pasha Mosque. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ephesus Archaeological Museum. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,208 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Izmir, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bursa. When you arrive in Bursa you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,308 customers.

After dinner, visit Cemil to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bursa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tabipler Lokali. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tabipler Lokali has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Galata Tower. This attraction is a tower and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 140,276 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Beyoğlu 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 Süleymaniye Mosque for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a mosque and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 43,429 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Spice Bazaar. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 138,947 visitors, this bazaar deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Grand Bazaar. This attraction, a stunning bazaar, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Sultan Ahmed Mosque. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 82,741 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hanzade Terrace Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,898 customers.

Locals also recommend Mivan Restaurant & Cafe as one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul. Mivan Restaurant & Cafe is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul is Saltanat Fish & Kebab House. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

After dinner, visit Arch Bistro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Istanbul. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Harab'be Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Istanbul.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Basilica Cistern. This incredible attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 39,209 visitors.

Hagia Sophia is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Gülhane Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,301 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Topkapı Palace. This palace and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 78,451 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,932,726 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Fatih.

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 Istanbul.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul, like Divella Bistro Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Turkish Cuisine is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

Locals enjoy İstanbul kebab cafe & restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Istanbul. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Istanbul, Last Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,647 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Bolu for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Ortaköy Square. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,962 visitors.

Around 30,407 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Dolmabahçe Palace. This amazing attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 62,101 visitors.

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 Ortaköy Square for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Istanbul. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,962 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,407 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Dolmabahçe Palace. This attraction, a stunning palace, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 62,101 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Eyüp Sultan Mosque. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 53,435 travelers, the magnificent Eyüp Sultan Mosque is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu, Yorem Manti Unlu Mamuller. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

Locals recommend Bolu Hanzade Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu. Bolu Hanzade Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu is Kazancım Hizmet Etli Ekmek. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bolu, Karpalas City Hotel & Spa. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bolu Gardenya Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 382 customers.

Kartaltepe Boutique Hotel is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bolu. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

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

Day 8 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 Bolu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ankara. 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 Bolu is the amazing Golcuk Nature Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,736 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Atatürk Orman Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,628 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bolu is the outstanding Yedigöller National Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,103 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bolu 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 Ankara, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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 9 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Ankara and embark on a scenic drive to Kayseri, 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 museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,835 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Haci Bayram Mosque. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,757 visitors.

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 19,651 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Anıtkabir. This mausoleum and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 111,960 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kaygısız Izgara. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 396 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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Kayseri and embark on a scenic drive to Konya, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kayseri and Nevşehir 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. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,171 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cumhuriyet Meydanı. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,220 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kayseri is the stunning Kayseri Zoo. This zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,071 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,574 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Goreme Historical National Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,676 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Pigeon Valley Hotel. This hotel and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,559 visitors.

The lovely Uchisar Castle is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 22,945 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nevşehir, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Konya. When you arrive in Konya you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

After dinner, visit Konya Kebap Evi to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Konya, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 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!

Day 11 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Selçuklu 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Selçuklu at Konya Saltanat Etliekmek before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,009 customers.

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