11-Day Turkey road trip from Samsun to Çorum, Ankara, Konya, and Adana

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. You could visit attractions like the incredible Atatürk Parkı. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,265 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.

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 11-day vacation in Turkey!

Day 2 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 Samsun and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Çorum. You will stay in Çorum 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 Veterans Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,010 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bandırma ferry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,245 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding East Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,627 visitors.

The spectacular Amisos Hill is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tumulus and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 9,541 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Çakırlar. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,382 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Çorum Marmaris Döner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 415 customers.

Locals also recommend Bizimkiler Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. Bizimkiler Lokantası is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum is Esmahall Çorum. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Altındağ, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,224 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ankara Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,222 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is a national museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,450 visitors. Every year, around 450,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Haci Bayram Mosque is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,269 visitors have left this mosque average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Altındağ has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Ankara. Ankara 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 Ankara, the fantastic The Soul Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 4 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Konya for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ankara is the amazing Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Seğmenler Parkı. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,145 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ankara is the outstanding Independence Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

The spectacular Anıtkabir is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mausoleum and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 118,317 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,507 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 Konya, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit Mr. Frog Pub Bistro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Konya. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Adana for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Culture Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

Around 14,441 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This amazing attraction is a butterfly house and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 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 Culture Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Konya. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This attraction, a stunning butterfly house, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Mevlâna Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 62,374 travelers, the magnificent Mevlâna Museum 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 Adana.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Adana, Sirdanci Bedo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,758 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Adana, La Noche Gastro Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,301 customers.

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

You still have 2 nights 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.

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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 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!

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 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 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!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Goreme. You’ll stay in Goreme 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 Great Clock Tower. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,392 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Stone Bridge. This top-tier point of interest 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 Ataturk Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,238 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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 Seyhan Merkez Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 12,805 reviews.

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 Goreme. Goreme 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 Gurme kebab restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,702 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Goreme, the fantastic Kapadokya Kebapzade. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,252 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Love Valley. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,914 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Uchisar Castle. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,302 visitors.

Pigeon Valley Hotel is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular hotel, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 13,823 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nevşehir 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 Love Valley in the city of Göreme for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,914 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Uchisar Castle. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,302 visitors, this top-tier point of interest deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Pigeon Valley Hotel. This attraction, a stunning hotel, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,823 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Goreme Historical National Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,751 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 Sivas.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lezzetçi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,723 customers.

Locals also recommend Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas. Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas is Sivas Sultan Otel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

After dinner, visit Atölye Nargile, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Sivas. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 150 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sivas Savona Otel Restaurant & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Samsun for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,883 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 Samsun, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

Day 11 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 2,197 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’ll then say farewell to Samsun. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!