7-Day Turkey road trip from Samsun to Çorum, Goreme, and Sivas

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 Atatürk Parkı. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,265 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. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

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 7-day vacation in Turkey!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 Çorum. You’ll stay in Çorum 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 Veterans Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,010 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bandırma ferry. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,245 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular East Park to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular East Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,627 visitors.

The lovely Amisos Hill is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,541 visitors have left this tumulus average ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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 The Çakırlar. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,382 reviews.

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 Çorum. Çorum 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 Çorum Marmaris Döner. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 415 reviews.

The remarkable Bizimkiler Lokantası is another top restaurant in Çorum we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Esmahall Çorum is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 3 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Goreme for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nevşehir is the amazing Love Valley. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,914 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible town municipality of turkey, Kaymaklı Underground City. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,652 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nevşehir is the outstanding Uchisar Castle. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,302 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 Goreme, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gurme kebab restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Goreme. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,702 customers.

After dinner, visit Kapadokya Kebapzade, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Goreme. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,252 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Goreme. You’ll stay in Goreme for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Helios Cave Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Goreme. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 67 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Goreme is the 5-star Cappadocia Old Houses. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 47 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Goreme is the 3-star Monastery Cave Hotel.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Derinkuyu Underground City. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,344 visitors.

Devrent Valley is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,828 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Zelve Open Air Museum. This museum is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,756 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri. Around 21,424 visitors have given this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Haji Bektash Veli complex. Haji Bektash Veli complex is a popular archaeological site, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,257 travelers.

Come to Goreme prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Goreme.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Goreme.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Sedef, after your day of exploring the city of Goreme. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.

Topdeck Cave is another of the best restaurants in the city of Goreme. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,013 customers.

Locals recommend Zest Cappadocia, one of the best bars in the city of Goreme, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 324 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Turkey.

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Göreme and embark on a scenic drive to Sivas, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Göreme 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 Göreme. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Goreme Historical National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,751 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cumhuriyet Meydanı. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,818 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Kayseri Castle.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Erciyes Ski Resort. This ski resort and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,909 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Lezzetçi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,723 customers.

Locals also recommend Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu, another of the best restaurants in Sivas. Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Sivas Sultan Otel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Atölye Nargile to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Sivas, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 150 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sivas Savona Otel Restaurant & Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Sivas Savona Otel Restaurant & Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 492 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 Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun for 1 night.

This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,883 visitors.

Samsun offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 7 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.

Tütün Pier is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Samsun. This pier and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,197 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’ll then say farewell to Samsun. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!