6-Day Turkey road trip from Bursa to Kocaeli and Istanbul

Bursa has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest 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 6-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 Kocaeli for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Osmangazi is the amazing Heykel. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bursa City Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,988 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Osmangazi is the outstanding Koza Han. This popular bazaar and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

The spectacular Grand Mosque of Bursa is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 38,739 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Han Brass. This attraction is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,612 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 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.

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

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Kocaeli, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Kocaeli.

Today you'll explore the city of Bolu. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Kocaeli Science Center. This incredible attraction is a science center and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,951 visitors.

Yeni Cuma (Pertev Mehmet Paşa) Camii is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bolu. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,606 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bolu is Kocaeli Kent Ormanı. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,918 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 Kocaeli.

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

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

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 Istanbul, 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 Galata Tower. This attraction is a tower that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 169,479 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Beyoğlu, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Istanbul. When you arrive in Istanbul 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 Hanzade Terrace Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 5,898 customers.

Locals also recommend Mivan Restaurant & Cafe, another of the best restaurants in Istanbul. Mivan Restaurant & Cafe is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers.

After dinner, visit Arch Bistro to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Istanbul, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Harab'be Cafe has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

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!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Fatih, start your day with a visit to the amazing Grand Bazaar. This much-appreciated bazaar and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Süleymaniye Mosque. This mosque and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 51,661 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Spice Bazaar to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Spice Bazaar is a bazaar that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 visitors.

The lovely Topkapı Palace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 95,040 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 1,932,726 visits every year.

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 Gülhane Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 59,778 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Fatih has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bursa. Bursa 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 Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,249 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bursa, the fantastic Tabipler Lokali. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 6 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’ll then say farewell to Bursa. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!