12-Day Turkey road trip from Bursa to Eskişehir, Ankara, Bolu, and Istanbul

Bursa has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Heykel. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

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 Bursa, Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

Bursa also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bursa is Cemil. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Turkey!

You still have 2 nights left in Bursa.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 24,525 visitors.

Orhan Gazi Mosque is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 963 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Koza Han. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Grand Mosque of Bursa. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Han Brass. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,612 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 Bursa.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, like Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bursa, Tabipler Lokali. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

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

Day 3 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 Bursa and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Eskişehir. You will stay in Eskişehir for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bursa is the amazing Green Tomb. This attraction is a place of worship that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,861 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mosque, Emir Sultan Mosque. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 9,695 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bursa is the outstanding Ağlayan Çınar. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,261 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Yusufeli Coruh Doner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Eskişehir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,810 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 Eskisehir and embark on a scenic drive to Ankara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Eskisehir and Çankaya 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 Eskisehir. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Dede Korkut Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,900 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,507 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 118,317 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Seğmenler Parkı. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,145 visitors.

The lovely Kuğulu Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 20,491 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Independence Park is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Çankaya. This point of interest is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 13,614 reviews.

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

After dinner, visit The Soul Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ankara, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 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!

You still have 1 night left in Ankara.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Haci Bayram Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,269 visitors.

Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,450 visitors. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations attracts about 450,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Ankara Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,224 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ankara. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bolu. You’ll stay in Bolu for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ankara’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ankara, start your day with a visit to the amazing Atatürk Bahçesi. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,316 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Keçiören Falls. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,372 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Beştepe Millet Camii to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Beştepe Millet Camii is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 7,319 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ankara has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bolu. Bolu 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 Yorem Manti Unlu Mamuller. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

The remarkable Bolu Hanzade Restaurant is another top restaurant in Bolu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kazancım Hizmet Etli Ekmek is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bolu, the fantastic Karpalas City Hotel & Spa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bolu Gardenya Restaurant. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 382 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

On day 7 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Bolu. You’ll stay in Bolu 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 The Sign Esentepe Hotel & Ski Center, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bolu. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 44 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bolu is the 5-star Buyuk Abant Oteli & Kongre Merkezi. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 393 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bolu is the 3-star Abant Yayla Boutique Hotel.

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 Yedigöller National Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,484 visitors.

Kapankaya seyir terası is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,126 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Golcuk Nature Park. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 16,352 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Lake Abant. Around 7,559 visitors have given this lake an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Come to Bolu 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 Bolu.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Oklava, after your day of exploring the city of Bolu. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 913 customers.

Locals recommend Kartaltepe Boutique Hotel, one of the best bars in the city of Bolu, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Bolu, Kaybedenler Kulübü Meyhane Bolu. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 128 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening 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 Emirgan Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 46,848 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Sarıyer 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 Miniatürk for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a miniature park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,760 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Rahmi M. Koç Museum. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 23,591 visitors, this museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Galata Tower. This attraction, a stunning tower, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169,479 travelers.

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.

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 2 nights left in Istanbul.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Sultan Ahmed Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 91,956 visitors.

Sultanahmet Square is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,938 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Grand Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Spice Bazaar. This bazaar and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Süleymaniye Mosque. This mosque is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 51,661 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 Istanbul.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul, like Saltanat Fish & Kebab House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

Divella Bistro Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Locals enjoy Turkish Cuisine, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Istanbul. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your 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 Gülhane Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 59,778 visitors.

Basilica Cistern is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,033 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hagia Sophia. This amazing attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,439 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 95,040 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 İstanbul kebab cafe & restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

Gulhane Sark Sofrasi 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 1,078 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.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Old English Pub ® Cafe & Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,963 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Bursa for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque). This excellent attraction is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors.

Around 33,205 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 75,692 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 Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque) for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Istanbul. This popular attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,205 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 75,692 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 58,057 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 Bursa.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bursa, Kitap Evi Otel. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bursa 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.

Mehmet Abdal Tomb is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bursa. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 119 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bursa at Bursa Kebapcisi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,329 customers.

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