12-Day Turkey Road Trip from Denizli traveling west to Izmir, Çanakkale, Ayvalık, and Aydin

Aegean Coast has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Denizli, Kebapci Kadir. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

Denizli also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Izmir for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR, one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,410 customers.

After dinner, visit Kofteci Salih, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dinosaur Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

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

On day 3 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Izmir. You’ll stay in Izmir 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 Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Izmir Kemalpasa, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Izmir. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 120 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Izmir is the 5-star Kirlance Hotel.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Izmir is the 3-star Minerva Port 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 Old Foca Coast. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,330 visitors.

Çeşme Castle is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,046 visitors.

Come to Izmir 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 Izmir.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Bogazici Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Izmir. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,490 customers.

Locals recommend Tattoo Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Izmir, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 565 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Izmir, Chaos Cafe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 487 customers.

Outro Momento Pub is also one of the best bars in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 280 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Konak, start your day with a visit to the amazing Konak Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,630 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Clock Tower of İzmir. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,849 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kemeraltı to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kemeraltı is a bazaar that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,185 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Konak has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Canakkale. Canakkale 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 Mori Bistro. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 720 reviews.

The remarkable Hayati Chef Balık Restaurant is another top restaurant in Canakkale we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Canakkale, the fantastic Hangover Cafe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 5 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ayvalık for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Canakkale is the amazing Cimenlik Castle. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,866 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Halk Bahçesi. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,412 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Canakkale is the outstanding Trojan Horse Statue. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,409 visitors.

The spectacular Liberty Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,495 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ancient City of Troy. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,645 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 Ayvalık, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Tik Mustafa's Place, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,069 customers.

Locals also recommend Ayvalık Deniz Yıldızı Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık. Ayvalık Deniz Yıldızı Restoran is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,303 customers.

After dinner, visit O' Meyhane (By Kayra ), which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ayvalık. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 246 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Ayvalık. You’ll stay in Ayvalık for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Ramada Residences by Wyndham Balikesir, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Ayvalık. This apartment has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 286 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Ayvalık is the 5-star D-Resort Murat Reis Ayvalik. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 124 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Ayvalık is the 3-star Grand Serenay 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 Zagnos Pasha Mosque. This attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,695 visitors.

Faruk Serpil Parkı is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,651 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Oren Beach. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 9,095 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Aşıklar Tepesi. Around 4,127 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Come to Ayvalık 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 Ayvalık.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ayvalik Pasali Corba, after your day of exploring the city of Ayvalık. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,113 customers.

Locals recommend Bi Meyhane Ayvalık Et&Kebap-Meze, one of the best bars in the city of Ayvalık, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Ayvalık, Tamam Meyhane. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Tıka Basa Kokoreç & Izgara is also one of the best bars in the city of Ayvalık. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 202 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Ayvalık has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Ayvalık by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Ayvalık. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Güre Sahili. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,114 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Ayvalık is the spectacular Kazdagi Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,612 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Akçay kordon. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,059 visitors.

Sütüven Şelalesi is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Ayvalık. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,486 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Ayvalık does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Ayvalık on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Turkey, be sure to eat at O' Meyhane (By Kayra ), which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 246 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Ayvalık is the popular Bi Meyhane Ayvalık Et&Kebap-Meze. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Ayvalık is Tamam Meyhane. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Cafe's is one of the best bars in the city of Ayvalık for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 113 customers.

Leyla Gastro Pub Ayvalık is another of the most popular bars in the city of Ayvalık. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 410 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Ayvalık!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ayvalık. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Aydın. You’ll stay in Aydın for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ayvalık’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ayvalık, start your day with a visit to the amazing Clock Mosque. This much-appreciated mosque and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,127 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Yunus Emre Parkı. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 753 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Heaven Hill to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Heaven Hill is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,535 visitors.

The lovely Sarımsaklı Plajı is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 15,295 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ayvalık has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Aydın. Aydın 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 Vardar Pastanesi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,525 reviews.

The remarkable Güldeste Lokantası Aydın Merkez is another top restaurant in Aydın we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Aydın, the fantastic Yeni Eski Cafe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Shamrock INN. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Canlı Müzik | 5arlo Bistro Cafe & Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Aydin and embark on a scenic drive to Antalya, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aydin and Pamukkale 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 Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,503 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Pamukkale Tematik Kent Ormanı Parkı. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 349 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Denizli Gondola. This gondola lift and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,981 visitors.

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

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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Antalya, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Beydağları Sahil Milli Parkı. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,438 visitors.

Göynük Canyon is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Göynük Canyon has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,669 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Phaselis Ancient City. This outstanding attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,309 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 Antalya.

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

Day 11 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 Antalya and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Denizli. You will stay in Denizli for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Antalya is the amazing Aspendos Theater. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,468 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Duden Waterfalls. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,009 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Antalya is the outstanding Kepez Municipality Urban Forest. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,249 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kökenoğlu Pide, one of the best restaurants in the city of Denizli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 332 customers.

Locals also recommend Gökçen Gözleme Evi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Denizli. Gökçen Gözleme Evi is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Aegean Coast 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 Aegean Coast and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Aegean Coast at Karadam Lokantasi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 133 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Has Burcu Ekmek Ve Unlu Mamulleri for your last chance at a meal in the city of Aegean Coast. The Has Burcu Ekmek Ve Unlu Mamulleri restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 125 customers.

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