5-Day Turkey road trip Starting from Bursa to Kocaeli

Photo of Bursa City panoramic view.
Perfect travel plans
Everything included
Fully customizable

Description

Summary

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

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 3 nights in Bursa and 1 night in Kocaeli Province, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Bursa and Kocaeli. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bursa, 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 Ağlayan Çınar and Grand Mosque of Bursa.

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 Koza Han to the breathtaking İnkaya Historical Plane Tree and Miniatürk, 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 Rahmi M. Koç Museum and learn more about the unique Galata Tower to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Bursa and Kocaeli, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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!

Read more

Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

road landscape in the city. Turkey travel in summer. Highway view in beautiful city. Car driving on the road in city. Travel view in asian cities. Highway landscape in summer. Bursa, Turkey.Bursa / 3 nights
Kocaeli - province in TurkeyKocaeli / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Galata Tower Flag of Turkish, Blue Sky And GullGalata Tower
Grand Mosque of Bursa, Nalbantoğlu Mahallesi, Osmangazi, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyGrand Mosque of Bursa
Miniaturk is a miniature park in Istanbul, Turkey. The park contains 122 models. Panoramic view of MiniaturkMiniatürk
Tea gardens and silk shops in Koza Han Silk Bazaar. Koza Han is historical place from Ottoman times in Bursa, TurkeyTea gardens and silk shops in Koza Han Silk Bazaar. Koza Han is historical place from Ottoman times in Bursa, Turkey.Koza Han
İnkaya Historical Plane Tree, İnkaya Mahallesi, Osmangazi, Bursa, Marmara Region, Turkeyİnkaya Historical Plane Tree
Çengelhan Rahmi M. Koç Museum is Ankara's first industrial museum. Çengel Han is located in the historical caravanserai.Rahmi M Koç Museum
Ağlayan Çınar, Nilüfer, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyAğlayan Çınar
Emir Sultan Mosque, Emirsultan Mahallesi, Yıldırım, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyEmir Sultan Mosque
Han Brass, Şehreküstü Mahallesi, Osmangazi, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyHan Brass
photo of Istanbul ,Turkey- March 15 ,2023: Istanbul Modern Building in Galataport. Modern Art Galleries of Istanbul.İstanbul Modern
Heykel, Hocaalizade Mahallesi, Osmangazi, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyHeykel
photo of National Armistice Museum on the coast in Mudanya the old building in the near Bursa city Sunny and clear blue sky.Mudanya Armistice House
photo of Bursa City Museum in Turkey.Bursa City Museum
Bursa Botanical Park, Çukurcaköy Mahallesi, Osmangazi, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyBursa Botanical Park
Green Tomb, Yeşil Mahallesi, Yıldırım, Bursa, Marmara Region, TurkeyGreen Tomb

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

Yes
No

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

Personalize your itinerary

Day 1 – Bursa and Osmangazi - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bursa and Osmangazi - arrival day

  • Bursa - Arrival day
  • More
  • İnkaya Historical Plane Tree
  • More

Bursa has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,525 visitors.

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

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

Bursa also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bursa is Cemil. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Turkey!

Read more

Experiences

Day 2 – Osmangazi and Bursa

Day 2

Day 2 – Osmangazi and Bursa

  • Bursa
  • More

Drive 1 km, 25 min

  • Han Brass
  • Grand Mosque of Bursa
  • Koza Han
  • Heykel
  • Bursa City Museum
  • More

You still have 2 nights left in Bursa.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Han Brass. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,612 visitors.

Grand Mosque of Bursa is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Koza Han. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Heykel. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bursa City Museum. This museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,988 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 Bursa.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, like Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bursa, Tabipler Lokali. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

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

Read more

Experiences

Day 3 – Bursa and Kocaeli

Day 3

Day 3 – Bursa and Kocaeli

  • Bursa
  • Kocaeli
  • More

Drive 239 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Green Tomb
  • Emir Sultan Mosque
  • Mudanya Armistice House
  • Ağlayan Çınar
  • More

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 Bursa and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Kocaeli. You will stay in Kocaeli for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bursa is the amazing Green Tomb. This attraction is a place of worship that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,861 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mosque, Emir Sultan Mosque. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 9,695 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bursa is the outstanding Mudanya Armistice House. This popular history museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors.

The spectacular Ağlayan Çınar is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 14,261 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Başol Steak House Et Kasap, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kocaeli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 917 customers.

After dinner, visit Doping Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kocaeli. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

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

Read more

Experiences

Day 4 – Beyoğlu and Bursa

Day 4

Day 4 – Beyoğlu and Bursa

  • Bursa
  • More

Drive 264 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Miniatürk
  • Rahmi M Koç Museum
  • Galata Tower
  • İstanbul Modern
  • More

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Kocaeli Province 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 Kocaeli Province and Beyoğlu 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 Kocaeli Province. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kocaeli Science Center. This attraction is a science center that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,951 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Yeni Cuma (Pertev Mehmet Paşa) Camii. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,606 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kocaeli Province is the stunning Kocaeli Kent Ormanı. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,918 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Miniatürk. This attraction is a miniature park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 32,760 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Rahmi M. Koç Museum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 23,591 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Galata Tower. This tower and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169,479 visitors.

The lovely İstanbul Modern is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,374 visitors have left this art museum an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

After dinner, visit Kitap Evi Otel to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bursa, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,257 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!

Read more

Experiences

Day 5 – Bursa and Osmangazi - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Bursa and Osmangazi - departure day

  • Bursa - Departure day
  • More
  • Bursa Botanical Park
  • More

Day 5 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bursa 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.

Bursa Botanical Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bursa. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,439 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bursa at Bursa Kebapcisi before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,329 customers.

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

Read more

Experiences

Similar travel packages

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.