One-Week Turkey Road Trip from Muğla to Ayvalık, Istanbul, Yalova, and Izmir

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

Muğla has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

Muğla also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Muğla and embark on a scenic drive to Ayvalık, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Muğla and Aydın 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 Muğla. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ahmet Taner Kışlalı Parkı. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 531 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Süpüroğlu Kahvesi. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 230 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Muğla is the stunning Karabağlar. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 123 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ramazan Pasha Mosque. This attraction is a mosque that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 564 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Suleiman Bey Mosque. This mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,048 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Tales Museum of Mathematics. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 842 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Aydın, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Ayvalık. When you arrive in Ayvalık 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 Ayvalık Deniz Yıldızı Restoran. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,303 customers.

After dinner, visit Tik Mustafa's Place to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ayvalık, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,069 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!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Ayvalık and embark on a scenic drive to Istanbul, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ayvalık and Osmangazi 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 Ayvalık. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aşıklar Tepesi. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,817 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Heaven Hill. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,331 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ayvalık is the stunning Clock Mosque. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,164 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Koza Han. This attraction is a bazaar that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 29,902 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Osmangazi, 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!

You still have 1 night left in Istanbul.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Süleymaniye Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 51,661 visitors.

Spice Bazaar is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Grand Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Gülhane Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 59,778 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Topkapı Palace. This palace is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 95,040 visitors. Topkapı Palace hosts around 1,932,726 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Istanbul.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul, like Saltanat Fish & Kebab House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

Divella Bistro Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Locals enjoy Turkish Cuisine, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Istanbul. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

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

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Galata Tower. This attraction is a tower and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169,479 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Miniatürk. This miniature park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,760 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Beyoğlu 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 Dolmabahçe Palace for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 75,692 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque). Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors, this mosque deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Yıldız Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,205 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Yalova.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kardeşler İşkembe & pide kebap sarayı, one of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Locals also recommend Lova Hotel Spa Yalova as one of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova. Lova Hotel Spa Yalova is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,310 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova is Sultan Fırın. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 406 customers.

After dinner, visit Özbaşkanlar Kasap Izgara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Yalova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Guitar Heroes. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 173 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Yalova and embark on a scenic drive to Izmir, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Yalova and Konak 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 Yalova. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Pendik Yalova Pier. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,247 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Yalova City Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 745 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Arkas Art Center. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,116 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Agora of Smyrna. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,788 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Kemeraltı. This bazaar and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,496 visitors.

The lovely Konak Square is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,681 visitors have left this square an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Clock Tower of İzmir is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Konak. This point of interest is a top-tier point of interest rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 21,756 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Konak, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Izmir. When you arrive in Izmir 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 SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,410 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Izmir. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Muğla. You’ll stay in Muğla for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Izmir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Izmir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bostanlı Günbatımı Seyir Terası. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,399 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Old Foca Coast. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,844 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Izmir has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Muğla. Muğla 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 8 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Muğla 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.

Ahmet Taner Kışlalı Parkı is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Muğla. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 531 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Süpüroğlu Kahvesi top-tier point of interest is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.4 out of 5-star rating from 230 reviews.

You can also stop at Karabağlar best-rated sightseeing destination to capture the beauty and wonder of Muğla one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 123 travelers.

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

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