13-Day Turkey Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Kayseri to Goreme, Konya, Pamukkale, Selçuk, Bursa, and Ankara

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 13-day road trip in Turkey! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Kayseri, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, Uçhisar, Goreme, Derinkuyu, Kaymaklı, Karatay, Selçuklu, Konya, Pamukkale, Selçuk, Kuşadası, Bursa, Ankara, Altındağ, and Sultanhanı.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Turkey. You will spend 2 nights in Kayseri, 3 nights in Goreme, 1 night in Konya, 2 nights in Pamukkale, 2 nights in Selçuk, 1 night in Bursa, and 1 night in Ankara. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Turkey. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Kayseri, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Turkey on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Turkey. Anıtkabir and Travertines Of Pamukkale are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Kayseri, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, Uçhisar, Goreme, Derinkuyu, Kaymaklı, Karatay, Selçuklu, Konya, Pamukkale, Selçuk, Kuşadası, Bursa, Ankara, Altındağ, and Sultanhanı, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Turkey. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Turkey.

Throughout your road trip in Turkey, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Turkey.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Turkey fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Turkey today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Kayseri - Arrival day
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  • Kayseri Castle
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Welcome to Kayseri, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Turkey! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Kayseri before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Kayseri is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Kayseri. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Kayseri, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Turkey!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Kayseri
  • Göreme
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Drive 87 km, 1 hour 51 min

  • Zelve Open Air Museum
  • Fairy Chimneys
  • Love Valley
  • Pigeon Valley
  • Uchisar Castle
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Your itinerary for day 2 of your road trip in Turkey includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Nevşehir, Çavuşin, and Uçhisar. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Goreme, where you'll spend 3 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Goreme, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Goreme. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Turkey.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Göreme
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Drive 30 km, 50 min

  • Imagination Valley cappadocia souvenir
  • Devrent Vadisi
  • Kizilcukur Valley
  • Goreme Historical National Park
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On day 3 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Nevşehir. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Goreme, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Goreme.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Goreme and your accommodation.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Goreme's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Göreme
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Drive 71 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • Derinkuyu underground city
  • Üzümlü Kilise
  • Kaymaklı Underground City
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Greet day 4 of your road trip in Turkey with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Goreme, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Derinkuyu and Kaymaklı.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Goreme.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Goreme, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in Goreme and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Turkey.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Göreme
  • Konya
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Drive 240 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Mevlâna Museum
  • Azizia Mosque
  • Kapu Cami
  • Culture Park
  • Karatay Madrasah
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in Turkey. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Karatay, Selçuklu, and Konya. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Konya, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Konya. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

Konya is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Konya.

Say good night to Konya and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Turkey!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Konya
  • Pamukkale
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Drive 399 km, 5 hours 14 min

  • Pamukkale Theatre
  • Hierapolis Ancient Theatre
  • Natural Park
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On day 6 of your road trip in Turkey, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Pamukkale are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Pamukkale, where you will stay for 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Pamukkale. Pamukkale offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Pamukkale, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Turkey.

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Pamukkale
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 12 min

  • Hierapolis Archaeology Museum
  • Travertines of Pamukkale (thermal pools)
  • Pamukkale South Gate
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Turkey. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Pamukkale is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Pamukkale.

Head back to your accommodation in Pamukkale and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Turkey.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Pamukkale
  • Selçuk
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 20 min

  • Ephesus Archaeological Museum
  • Basilica Of Saint John
  • St Jean Church
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Turkey, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Selçuk. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Selçuk, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Selçuk, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Selçuk. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Turkey!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Selçuk
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Drive 41 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • The Temple of Artemis
  • El Heykeli
  • Kuakmer
  • Historical Kusadasi City Walls
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On day 9 of your road trip in Turkey, you’ll start and end your day in Selçuk, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Selçuk, there’s no need to rush. Experience Selçuk and Kuşadası to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Selçuk and your accommodation.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Selçuk. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Say good night to Selçuk and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Turkey!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Selçuk
  • Bursa
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Drive 408 km, 4 hours 28 min

  • Emir Sultan Mosque
  • Green Tomb
  • Bursa City Museum
  • Heykel
  • Koza Han
  • Grand Mosque of Bursa
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in Turkey. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Bursa. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Bursa, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Bursa. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Bursa's best restaurants.

Head back to your accommodation in Bursa and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Turkey.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Bursa
  • Ankara
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Drive 391 km, 4 hours 58 min

  • Anıtkabir
  • Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
  • Ankara Castle
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Your itinerary for day 11 of your road trip in Turkey includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Ankara and Altındağ. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Ankara, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Ankara. Ankara offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Ankara's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Turkey!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Ankara
  • Kayseri
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Drive 464 km, 5 hours 42 min

  • Tuz Gölü
  • Sultanhanı Caravanserai
  • Tepesi Delik Han
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in Turkey. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Ankara, Sultanhanı, and Aksaray. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Kayseri, where will spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Kayseri, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Kayseri. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Turkey!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Kayseri - Departure day
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  • Kurşunlu Parkı
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Day 13 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Turkey!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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