Relaxed 9-Day Turkey Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Adana to Goreme

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Set out on this 9-day relaxed road trip in Turkey, where Adana, Yüreğir, Seyhan, Goreme, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, Avanos, Derinkuyu, Özkonak, Urgup, Hacıbektaş, Uçhisar, Çardak, and Kaymaklı offer rich culture, beautiful views, and memorable experiences at every stop!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Turkey, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 5 nights in Adana and 3 nights in Goreme, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Turkey.

Your journey starts in Adana, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 9-day relaxed road trip in Turkey to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Turkey already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Uchisar Castle and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Paşabağları Müze Ve Örenyeri.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Turkey road trip itinerary for 9 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Turkey.

If you want to make your 9-day relaxed self-drive tour in Turkey even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Turkey includes 8 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 9 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 9-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Turkey today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Adana - Arrival day
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Your relaxed road trip through Turkey starts when you reach the incredible city of Adana, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Adana and begin your adventure in Turkey.

Adana is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Adana. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Adana, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Turkey. Enjoy your first taste of Adana as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Adana
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Drive 6 km, 18 min

  • Stone Bridge
  • Sabancı Merkez Mosque
  • Adana Cinema Museum
  • Atatürk Museum
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On day 2 of your relaxed road trip in Turkey, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Adana and visit amazing attractions in Yüreğir and Adana, just outside the city. You still have 3 nights left in Adana, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Adana and your accommodation.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Turkey. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Adana, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Adana. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in Turkey. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in Turkey tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Adana
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Drive 3 km, 15 min

  • mosque in Seyhan, Adana
  • Yeni Cami
  • Ataturk Park
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On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across Turkey, you’ll explore the area around Adana, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Adana will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Turkey.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Adana.

Exploring the food culture in Adana offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Adana and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Turkey!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Adana
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Drive 4 km, 21 min

  • Yag Mosque
  • Great Clock Tower
  • Grand Mosque
  • Ramazanoğlu Madrasa
  • Ramazanoğlu Mansion
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Turkey by joining a traveler-approved tour in Adana. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Adana that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Turkey more memorable.

For an unforgettable shopping experience, visit Reşatbey Bazaar, the top shopping destination in Adana. Browse local shops and stores, each offering delightful surprises. Find unique souvenirs or items to take home. After shopping, explore what Reşatbey Bazaar has to offer, including attractions, essential services, and vibrant community activities.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Adana, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Turkey.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across Turkey.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Adana
  • Göreme
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Drive 404 km, 5 hours 7 min

  • Erciyes Ski Resort
  • Kurşunlu Parkı
  • Cumhuriyet Meydanı
  • Kayseri Castle
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Day 5 of your relaxed road trip in Turkey will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in Turkey, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Goreme. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the village.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the village for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the village.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Turkey!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Göreme
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Drive 104 km, 1 hour 55 min

  • Imagination Valley cappadocia souvenir
  • Zelve Open Air Museum
  • Fairy Chimneys
  • Güray Müze
  • Derinkuyu underground city
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Your relaxed road trip in Turkey continues on day 6 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know Turkey better by exploring the top attractions of Goreme and beyond. With 2 nights left in Goreme, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the village.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Goreme and your accommodation.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the village for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Goreme’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Turkey.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Goreme!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Göreme
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Drive 179 km, 2 hours 53 min

  • Özkonak
  • Temenni Tepesi
  • Kizilcukur Valley
  • Goreme Historical National Park
  • Haji Bektash Veli complex
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On day 7 of your relaxed road trip in Turkey, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Goreme and visit amazing attractions in Özkonak, Urgup, Nevşehir, and Hacıbektaş, just outside the village. You still have 1 night left in Goreme, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Goreme.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Goreme has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the village.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the village.

Toast to another amazing day in Turkey!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Göreme
  • Adana
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Drive 269 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Love Valley
  • Uchisar Castle
  • Pigeon Valley
  • Çardak Saray Yeraltı Evi Underground cıty
  • Kaymaklı Underground City
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Day 8 of your easy, relaxed road trip through Turkey lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Adana, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Adana. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in Turkey.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Adana has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Adana’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Turkey.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Adana!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Adana - Departure day
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Day 9 of your relaxed road trip in Turkey is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 9 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 9-day relaxed road trip in Turkey is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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