7-Day Turkey Road Trip from Samsun traveling south to Çorum, Ankara, Kayseri, and Sivas
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Samsun, 1 night in Çorum, 1 night in Ankara, 1 night in Kayseri, and 1 night in Sivas, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, Kayseri, and Sivas. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Samsun, 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 Erciyes Ski Resort and Uchisar 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 Goreme Historical National Park and learn more about the unique Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, Kayseri, and Sivas, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Day 1 – Samsun - arrival day
Day 1 – Samsun - arrival day
- Samsun - Arrival day
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- Atatürk Parkı
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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!
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Day 2 – Samsun and Çorum
Day 2 – Samsun and Çorum
- Samsun
- Çorum
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Drive 184 km, 3 hours 3 min
- Central Great Mosque
- Bandırma ferry
- East Park
- Amisos Hill
- SAMSUN BATI PARK
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Day 2 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 Çorum. You will stay in Çorum 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 Central Great Mosque. This attraction is a mosque that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,761 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bandırma ferry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,245 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding East Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,627 visitors.
The spectacular Amisos Hill is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tumulus and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 9,541 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic SAMSUN BATI PARK. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,762 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 Çorum, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Çorum Marmaris Döner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 415 customers.
Locals also recommend Bizimkiler Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. Bizimkiler Lokantası is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum is Esmahall Çorum. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 3 – Altındağ and Ankara
Day 3 – Altındağ and Ankara
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Drive 255 km, 3 hours 42 min
- Haci Bayram Mosque
- Ankara Castle
- Independence Park
- Anıtkabir
- Kuğulu Park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Haci Bayram Mosque. This attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,269 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Ankara Castle. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Altındağ is another excellent way to spend your new day in Turkey. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Turkey’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.
With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Turkey’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Turkey’s scenic spots.
You could then travel to the amazing Independence Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Anıtkabir. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors, this mausoleum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.
We also recommend a visit to the popular Kuğulu Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 travelers.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Ankara.
After dinner, visit The Soul Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ankara. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 4 – Nevşehir and Kayseri
Day 4 – Nevşehir and Kayseri
- Kayseri
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Drive 398 km, 4 hours 50 min
- Kaymaklı Underground City
- Uchisar Castle
- Pigeon Valley
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kayseri. You’ll stay in Kayseri for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nevşehir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Nevşehir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kaymaklı Underground City. This much-appreciated town municipality of turkey and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,652 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Uchisar Castle. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,302 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pigeon Valley Hotel to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Pigeon Valley Hotel is a hotel that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,823 visitors.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nevşehir has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kayseri. Kayseri 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!
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Day 5 – Kayseri, Nevşehir, and Sivas
Day 5 – Kayseri, Nevşehir, and Sivas
- Kayseri
- Nevşehir
- Sivas
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Drive 401 km, 5 hours 25 min
- Cumhuriyet Meydanı
- Erciyes Ski Resort
- Goreme Historical National Park
- Fairy Chimneys
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You’ll stay in Sivas for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore today is Cumhuriyet Meydanı. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,818 visitors.
Around 19,909 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.
To experience the local culture, see more of Turkey, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Turkey. You also get to admire popular places of interest.
You could then travel to Goreme Historical National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,751 visitors.
This outstanding must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,424 travelers.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Sivas.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas, Lezzetçi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,723 customers.
Locals recommend Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas. Mücahit Etli Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sivas is Sivas Sultan Otel. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Sivas, Atölye Nargile. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 150 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Sivas Savona Otel Restaurant & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!
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Day 6 – Samsun
Day 6 – Samsun
- Tokat
- Samsun
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Drive 346 km, 4 hours 40 min
- TOKAT Taşhan
- Ferhat ile Şirin Aşıklar Müzesi
- Amasya Museum
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Day 6 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Samsun for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,883 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 Samsun, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 7 – Samsun - departure day
Day 7 – Samsun - departure day
- Samsun - Departure day
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- Youth Park
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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.
Youth Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Samsun. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,365 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!
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