12-Day Turkey road trip from Antalya to Konya, Ankara, Bolu, and Bursa

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Antalya. You’ll stay in Antalya for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Antalya has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kent Meydanı Konyaaltı. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,914 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.

Antalya 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 will take you to the best attractions Antalya has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Antalya 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 Antalya. 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 Aspendos Theater. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,284 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Antalya is the spectacular Duden Waterfalls. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 28,491 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Antalya.

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

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

You still have 2 nights left in Antalya.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Antalya Archeology Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,640 visitors.

Yavuz Ozcan Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,628 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Yivli Minare. This amazing attraction is a minaret and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,543 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Karaalioglu Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,094 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Duden Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,686 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 Antalya.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through 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 Manavgat is the amazing Anitsal Cesme (Nymphaeum). This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,317 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Side Ancient City. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,514 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Manavgat is the outstanding Apollon Temple. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,144 visitors.

The spectacular Flow Manavgat Waterfall is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 36,681 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!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Konya and embark on a scenic drive to Ankara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Konya and Konya 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 Konya. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This attraction is a butterfly house that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,477 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Kyoto Japanese Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14,441 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Konya is the stunning Around the World in 80 Thousand Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,278 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Konya and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Konya has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Mevlâna Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 62,374 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Konya, 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!

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 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 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.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kartaltepe Boutique Hotel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 340 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 7 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Bolu 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 Bolu and Osmangazi 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 Bolu. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Golcuk Nature Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,352 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Atatürk Orman Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,703 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Bolu is the stunning Akkaya Travertenleri. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,811 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 24,525 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Uludag National Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,520 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Grand Mosque of Bursa. This mosque and travel destination is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

The lovely Koza Han is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 29,902 visitors have left this bazaar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Osmangazi, 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.

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 8 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!

One of the best places to visit today in Konak is the amazing Ahmed Adnan Saygun Sanat Merkezi. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,315 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Güzelyali Park. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,611 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Konak is the outstanding İzmir Büyükşehir Belediyesi Susuzdede Parkı. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,133 visitors.

The spectacular Clock Tower of İzmir is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,756 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Konak Square. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,681 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 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.

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

You still have 1 night left in Izmir.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Hisar Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,115 visitors.

Kestane Pazarı Camii is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,513 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kemeraltı. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,496 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Agora of Smyrna. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,788 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic İzmir Historical Elevator Building. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,215 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 Izmir.

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 10 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Izmir. 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 Izmir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Izmir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Old Foca Coast. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,844 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ephesus Archaeological Museum. This archaeological museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,664 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Library of Celsus to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Library of Celsus is a library that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,210 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Izmir 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.

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.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 11 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 1 night. 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 2,526 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 1,048 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 564 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 5,602 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Bağbaşı plateau. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,989 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Denizli Gondola. This gondola lift and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,309 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!

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

Kepez Municipality Urban Forest is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Antalya. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,336 visitors.

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

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