5-Day Turkey Road Trip from Samsun to Ordu and Trabzon

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

Samsun has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Çakırlar. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,305 visitors.

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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Samsun is Sheraton Grand Samsun Hotel. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 551 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 334 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Samsun is Hotel 1919 Samsun. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 280 guests.

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

Samsun also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Samsun is NO:75 PASSAGE. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

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

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

One of the best places to visit today in Samsun is the amazing Amisos Hill. This attraction is a tumulus that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,400 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 Samsun is the outstanding Boztepe Cable Car. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,413 visitors.

The spectacular Giresun Castle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,742 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 Ordu, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Ordu is the 4-star Kubalic Hotel&SPA. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 290 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Radisson Blu Hotel, Ordu is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 317 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Meşhur Pide Ordu, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ordu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,776 customers.

Locals also recommend Köşk Pub Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ordu. Köşk Pub Restoran is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Samsun. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Trabzon. You’ll stay in Trabzon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Samsun’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Samsun, start your day with a visit to the amazing Calkoy Cave. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,696 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Hıdırnebi Yaylası. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,760 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kanuni Evi to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kanuni Evi is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 398 visitors.

The lovely Altindere Valley National Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,060 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Samsun has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Trabzon. Trabzon 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 4-star hotel options in Trabzon, like Aselia Hotel Trabzon. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 298 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Fengo Hotel. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 3.8 out of 5 stars in 122 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Kalender Lokanta ve Kafe. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 547 reviews.

The remarkable Kalamış Restoran is another top restaurant in Trabzon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Okkam Restoran is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Trabzon, the fantastic İskele Restoran. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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

One of the best places to visit today in Samsun is the amazing Fatih Parkı. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 650 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mosque, Iskenderpasa Mosque. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 875 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding Eyof Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 visitors.

The spectacular 100th Anniversary Park 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 960 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Samsun is the 4-star Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 334 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Sheraton Grand Samsun Hotel is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 551 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Hotel 1919 Samsun. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 280 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try NO:75 PASSAGE, one of the best restaurants in the city of Samsun. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

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

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

Veterans Museum is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Samsun. This museum and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,879 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Samsun at Canikli Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

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