One-Week Turkey Road Trip from Muğla to Manisa, Bursa, 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!

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

One of the best places to visit today in Muğla is the amazing Grand Bazaar. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 13,716 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Atatürk Heykeli. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,573 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Muğla is the outstanding Marmaris Castle. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,961 visitors.

The spectacular Akyaka River Romp is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,775 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Saray Ocakbaşı, one of the best restaurants in the city of Manisa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 958 customers.

Locals also recommend Efendi Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manisa. Efendi Restoran is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

After dinner, visit Taş Fabrika, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Manisa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 815 customers.

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

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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Osmangazi’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Osmangazi, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bursa Botanical Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,439 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Han Brass. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,612 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Grand Mosque of Bursa to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Grand Mosque of Bursa is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

The lovely Koza Han is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 29,902 visitors have left this bazaar average ratings of 4.5 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 Heykel. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,129 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Osmangazi 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 Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,308 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bursa, the fantastic Cemil. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

You still have 1 night left in Bursa.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Muradiye Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 958 visitors.

Karagoz Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,961 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,525 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Uludag National Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,520 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Uludağ. This mountain is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,885 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 Bursa.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, like Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bursa, Tabipler Lokali. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Bursa and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Izmir. You will stay in Izmir for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bursa is the amazing Emir Sultan Mosque. This attraction is a mosque that is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 9,695 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible history museum, Mudanya Armistice House. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,982 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bursa is the outstanding Ağlayan Çınar. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,261 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR, one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,410 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Izmir. You’ll stay in Izmir 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 Park Inn by Radisson Izmir, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Izmir. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,884 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Izmir is the 5-star Swissôtel Büyük Efes. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,632 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Izmir is the 3-star Baylan Basmane. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 806 guests.

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 Old Foca Coast. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,844 visitors.

Alaçatı Çarşı is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a shopping mall and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,479 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Çeşme Castle. This castle is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,394 reviews.

Come to Izmir 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 Izmir.

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

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

You’ll stay in Muğla for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Clock Tower of İzmir. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,756 visitors.

Around 27,496 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is İzmir Historical Elevator Building. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,215 visitors.

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 Altınkum for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a mahalle and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 22,215 visitors.

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

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!

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.

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!