13-Day Turkey road trip from Muğla to Denizli, Eskişehir, Ankara, and Bolu

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

Muğla 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. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

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

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-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 Muğla. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Denizli. You’ll stay in Denizli for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Muğla’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Muğla, start your day with a visit to the amazing Grand Bazaar. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 13,716 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Atatürk Heykeli. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,573 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Marmaris Castle to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Marmaris Castle is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,961 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Muğla has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Denizli. Denizli 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 Kebapci Kadir. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,190 reviews.

The remarkable Kökenoğlu Pide is another top restaurant in Denizli we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 332 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Denizli and embark on a scenic drive to Eskişehir, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Denizli 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 Denizli. This attraction is a gondola lift that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Bağbaşı plateau. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,989 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Denizli Gondola. This attraction is a gondola lift that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Yusufeli Coruh Doner. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,810 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 4 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 Eskişehir and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ankara. You will stay in Ankara for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Eskişehir is the amazing Alaeddin Mosque. This attraction is a mosque that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,136 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Anadolu Üniversitesi Cumhuriyet Tarihi Müzesi. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 333 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Eskişehir is the outstanding Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,614 visitors.

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

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

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 14,224 visitors.

Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 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 12,450 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 19,269 visitors.

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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!

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 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 Seğmenler Parkı. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,145 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kuğulu Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,491 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Independence Park to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Independence Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

The lovely Anıtkabir is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 118,317 visitors have left this mausoleum average ratings of 4.9 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 MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,507 reviews.

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.

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!

Day 7 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 Bolu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Istanbul. You will stay in Istanbul for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bolu is the amazing Upper Stone Inn. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 512 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Golcuk Nature Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,352 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bolu is the outstanding Akkaya Travertenleri. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,811 visitors.

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

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!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Istanbul, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations is Spice Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,946 visitors.

Süleymaniye Mosque is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Süleymaniye Mosque has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 51,661 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Grand Bazaar. This outstanding attraction is a bazaar and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

If you’re up for something incredible, then consider a visit to the outstanding Gülhane Park. More than 59,778 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Istanbul.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, 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 one of the top restaurants in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul is Turkish Cuisine. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

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

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 Topkapı Palace. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,932,726 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 95,040 visitors.

Hagia Sophia is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,439 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Basilica Cistern. This amazing attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,033 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sultan Ahmed Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,956 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 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 a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bursa, Cemil. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Osmangazi, start your day with a visit to the amazing Koza Han. This much-appreciated bazaar and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Grand Mosque of Bursa. This mosque and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 38,739 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Uludag National Park to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Uludag National Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,520 visitors.

The lovely İnkaya Historical Plane Tree is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 24,525 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Osmangazi has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Izmir. Izmir 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 SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 10,410 reviews.

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 Konak Square. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,681 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Clock Tower of İzmir. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,756 visitors.

Kemeraltı is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular bazaar, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 27,496 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is İzmir Historical Elevator Building. This attraction is an amazing best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,215 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Konak 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 Konak Square in the city of Izmir for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,681 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Clock Tower of İzmir. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,756 visitors, this top-tier point of interest deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Kemeraltı. This attraction, a stunning bazaar, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,496 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic İzmir Historical Elevator Building. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,215 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 Muğla.

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

Day 13 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Muğla 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 Muğla and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

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