4-Day Turkey road trip Starting from Ankara to Aksaray

Photo of Mausoleum of Ataturk at amazing sunset, Ankara.
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Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Turkey.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Turkey. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Ankara and 1 night in Aksaray, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Ankara and Aksaray. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Ankara, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Turkey, including the stunning Anıtkabir and Haci Bayram Mosque.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Turkey. From the magnificent Kuğulu Park to the breathtaking Ulucanlar Prison Museum and Ankara Castle, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and learn more about the unique Independence Park to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Ankara and Aksaray, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Turkey. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Turkey.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Turkey. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Turkey.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Turkey.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Turkey has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Turkey. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Turkey extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of the Sultanhani, a Turkish Caravanserai Between Aksaray and Konya in Turkey.Aksaray / 1 night
View of Ankara castle and general view of old town.Ankara / 2 nights

Map

Attractions

 Anıtkabir, located in Ankara, is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Turkish Republic.Anıtkabir
Haci Bayram Mosque, Hacı Bayram Mahallesi, Altındağ, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyHaci Bayram Mosque
photo of Kuğulu Park in Çankaya, Ankara, Turkey.Kuğulu Park
photo of Ankara is capital city of Turkey. beautiful view of Ankara castle and interior of the castle.Ankara Castle
Ulucanlar Prison Museum, Sakarya Mahallesi, Altındağ, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyUlucanlar Prison Museum
Independence Park, Fidanlık Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyIndependence Park
photo of Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara ,Turkey.Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Seğmenler Parkı, Çankaya Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeySeğmenler Parkı
MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum, Çukurambar Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyMTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
METU Forest
50th Year Park, 50. Yıl Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara, Central Anatolia Region, Turkey50th Year Park

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
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Include flights?

Yes
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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Ankara - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Ankara - arrival day

  • Ankara - Arrival day
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  • Independence Park
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Ankara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Independence Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

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

Ankara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ankara is The Soul Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Turkey!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Ankara and Aksaray

Day 2

Day 2 – Ankara and Aksaray

  • Aksaray
  • Ankara
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Drive 255 km, 4 hours 12 min

  • MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
  • Anıtkabir
  • Seğmenler Parkı
  • Kuğulu Park
  • METU Forest
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Aksaray for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ankara is the amazing Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Seğmenler Parkı. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 12,145 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ankara is the outstanding Anıtkabir. This popular mausoleum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors.

The spectacular MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,507 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic METU Forest. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,752 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 Aksaray, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kardeşler Restoran, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aksaray. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,660 customers.

Locals also recommend KMU Kardeşler Mehmet Usta | Aksaray Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aksaray. KMU Kardeşler Mehmet Usta | Aksaray Restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,903 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aksaray is Ayhan Ustanın Yeri. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Altındağ and Ankara

Day 3

Day 3 – Altındağ and Ankara

  • Ankara
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Drive 240 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
  • Haci Bayram Mosque
  • Ankara Castle
  • Ulucanlar Prison Museum
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Aksaray 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 Aksaray and Altındağ 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 Aksaray. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aksaray Historical Pasha Hammam. This attraction is a spa that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 870 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Aksaray Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 471 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Aksaray is the stunning Egri Minaret. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 264 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,224 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Ankara Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,222 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. This national museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,450 visitors. Approximately 450,000 people visit this attraction every year.

The lovely Haci Bayram Mosque is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,269 visitors have left this mosque an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,773 customers.

After dinner, visit Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ankara, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 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!

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Day 4 – Ankara - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Ankara - departure day

  • Ankara - Departure day
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  • 50th Year Park
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Day 4 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ankara 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.

50th Year Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ankara. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,063 visitors.

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

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

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