12-Day Turkey Road Trip from Trabzon to Samsun, Çorum, Göreme, and Konya

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Trabzon. You’ll stay in Trabzon for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Trabzon has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Trabzon, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon, Kalender Lokanta ve Kafe. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon is Kalamış Restoran. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Locals recommend Okkam Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Trabzon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Trabzon is İskele Restoran. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Trabzon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Trabzon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trabzon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Eyof Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating 100th Anniversary Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 960 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hıdırnebi Yaylası to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Hıdırnebi Yaylası is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,760 visitors.

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

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Ramada Plaza Hotel, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Trabzon. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Samsun, like B&C Hotel Spa. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This 4-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 334 guest reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Samsun, the fantastic NO:75 PASSAGE. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 Trabzon 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 Trabzon is the amazing Veterans Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,879 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bandırma ferry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,989 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trabzon is the outstanding Amisos Hill. This popular tumulus and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,400 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Trabzon 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.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Çorum is the 3-star Grand Dost Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 89 guests.

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 Nevsehir. You’ll stay in Nevsehir for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Trabzon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trabzon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Love Valley. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,094 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Çardak Saray Yeraltı Evi Underground cıty. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,877 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pigeon Valley Hotel to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Pigeon Valley Hotel is a hotel that has been 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 must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Royal Stone Houses. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 392 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Gurme kebab restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of 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 Nevsehir, 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!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Göreme 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 Göreme 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 Göreme. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,574 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Goreme Historical National Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,676 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This attraction is a butterfly house that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,352 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Culture Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 17,523 reviews.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Konya is the 5-star Dedeman Konya Hotel Convention Center. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 399 guests.

After dinner, visit Mr. Frog Pub Bistro to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Konya, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Konya Kebap Evi. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Konya Kebap Evi has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Akyokuş Dostların Yeri Aile Restauranttı is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 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!

You’ll stay in Ankara for 3 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Mevlâna Museum. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,366 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 Kuğulu 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 19,651 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,894 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Anıtkabir. This attraction, a stunning mausoleum, has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 111,960 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Independence Park. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,408 travelers, the magnificent Independence Park 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 Ankara.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Anadolu Hotels Downtown Ankara is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Ankara. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 459 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Lion City Hotel Ankara. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 404 guests.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Ankara, The Soul Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

You could also relax with a drink 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.

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

You still have 2 nights left in Ankara.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Golcuk Nature Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,736 visitors.

Beyazıt Cami is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 810 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Atatürk Orman Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,628 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.

Şehir Kebapçısı is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ankara. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, O Ses Sensin - Karaoke. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 910 customers.

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

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 Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,835 visitors.

Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,127 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Attracting 450,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,561 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Haci Bayram Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,757 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 New York Pizza Delivery Anıttepe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

MARTI RESTAURANT is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ankara. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, The Muddy Waters. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Amasya for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trabzon is the amazing Çorum Saat Kulesi. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,782 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 Amasya, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Başkent Aspava Restorant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,432 customers.

Locals also recommend Küçükağa Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya. Küçükağa Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,132 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya is Amasya Anadolu Mantı Evi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 920 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 Giresun. You’ll stay in Giresun for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Trabzon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trabzon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Boztepe Cable Car. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,413 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Giresun Castle. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,742 visitors.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Giresun, like Colonia Park Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Ramada Giresun Piraziz. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 25 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Osmanoğlu Menemen Restoran (Çakallı Menemeni). This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 591 reviews.

The remarkable BOHÇA MANTI is another top restaurant in Giresun we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Serender Reastaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 276 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 11 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Trabzon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trabzon is the amazing Uzungol Observation Deck. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 327 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible lake, Uzungöl. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,750 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trabzon is the outstanding Uzungöl. This popular lake and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,578 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 Trabzon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Trabzon is the 4-star Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Müzeyyen Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Locals also recommend Panagia Premier Trabzon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. Panagia Premier Trabzon is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 924 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 Trabzon 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 Trabzon and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Trabzon at Nevre Cafe & Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Karpi Pide for your last chance at a meal in the city of Trabzon. The Karpi Pide restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 368 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try İskele Restoran. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

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