9-Day Turkey Road Trip from Antalya to Konya, Ankara, Eskisehir, and Denizli
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 9-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 3 nights in Antalya, 1 night in Konya, 2 nights in Ankara, 1 night in Eskisehir, and 1 night in Denizli, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Antalya, Konya, Ankara, Eskisehir, and Denizli. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Antalya, 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 Duden Waterfalls and Apollon Temple.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've 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 Side Ancient City to the breathtaking Mevlâna Museum and Anıtkabir, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Antalya, Konya, Ankara, Eskisehir, and Denizli, 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 8 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 8 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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 – Antalya and Muratpaşa - arrival day
Day 1 – Antalya and Muratpaşa - arrival day
- Antalya - Arrival day
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- Karaalioglu Park
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Muratpaşa has many popular destinations you can explore.
Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.
Antalya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!
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Day 2 – Muratpaşa and Antalya
Day 2 – Muratpaşa and Antalya
- Antalya
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Drive 30 km, 1 hour 17 min
- Antalya Archeology Museum
- Yavuz Ozcan Park
- Tophane Parkı
- Yivliminare Mosque
- Duden Park
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You still have 2 nights left in Antalya.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Antalya Archeology Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,009 visitors.
Yavuz Ozcan Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,486 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tophane Parkı. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 982 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Yivli Minare. This minaret and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,450 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Duden Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,312 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 Antalya.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 3 – Antalya, Manavgat, and Konya
Day 3 – Antalya, Manavgat, and Konya
- Antalya
- Konya
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Drive 321 km, 5 hours 6 min
- Duden Waterfalls
- Apollon Temple
- Side Ancient City
- Manavgat Waterfall
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You’ll stay in Konya for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore today is Duden Waterfalls. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,009 visitors.
Around 32,997 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Side Ancient City. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,168 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 Apollon Temple for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,997 visitors.
This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,168 travelers.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Konya.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Konya, Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Konya Kebap Evi. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.
Akyokuş Dostların Yeri Aile Restauranttı is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Konya. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!
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Day 4 – Konya, Selçuklu, and Ankara
Day 4 – Konya, Selçuklu, and Ankara
- Konya
- Ankara
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Drive 281 km, 3 hours 46 min
- Mevlâna Museum
- Culture Park
- Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden
- Kyoto Japanese Park
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Konya and embark on a scenic drive to Ankara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Konya 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 Konya. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mevlâna Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 60,366 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Culture Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 17,523 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Konya is the stunning Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This butterfly house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,352 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Culture Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 17,523 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This butterfly house and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 22,352 reviews.
After dinner, visit The Soul Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ankara, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 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!
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Day 5 – Altındağ and Ankara
Day 5 – Altındağ and Ankara
- Ankara
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Drive 10 km, 36 min
- Ulucanlar Prison Museum
- Ankara Castle
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
- Haci Bayram Mosque
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You still have 1 night left in Ankara.
One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,835 visitors.
Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,127 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Attracting 450,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,561 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Haci Bayram Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 18,757 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 Ankara.
We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara, like Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,773 customers.
Şehir Kebapçısı is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Ankara. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, O Ses Sensin - Karaoke. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 910 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 6 – Çankaya and Eskişehir
Day 6 – Çankaya and Eskişehir
- Ankara
- Eskişehir
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Drive 247 km, 3 hours 17 min
- Kuğulu Park
- Seğmenler Parkı
- Independence Park
- Anıtkabir
- MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Eskişehir. You’ll stay in Eskişehir for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ankara’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Ankara, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kuğulu Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,651 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Seğmenler Parkı. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 11,894 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Independence Park to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Independence Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,408 visitors.
The lovely Anıtkabir is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 111,960 visitors have left this mausoleum average ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ankara has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Eskişehir. Eskişehir 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 Yusufeli Coruh Doner. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,810 reviews.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 7 – Aegean Coast, Pamukkale, and Denizli
Day 7 – Aegean Coast, Pamukkale, and Denizli
- Denizli
- Kütahya
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Drive 360 km, 5 hours 15 min
- Kütahya Ulu Camii
- Adalet Parkı
- Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park
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Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Eskisehir and embark on a scenic drive to Denizli, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Eskisehir and Aegean Region 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 Eskisehir. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Dede Korkut Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,773 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,503 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Aegean Region, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Denizli. When you arrive in Denizli 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 Kebapci Kadir. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,190 customers.
Locals also recommend Kökenoğlu Pide, another of the best restaurants in Denizli. Kökenoğlu Pide is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 332 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!
Experiences
Day 8 – Pamukkale, Kemer, and Antalya
Day 8 – Pamukkale, Kemer, and Antalya
- Antalya
- Denizli
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Drive 341 km, 5 hours 41 min
- Travertines of Pamukkale (thermal pools)
- Denizli Gondola
- Göynük Canyon
- Beydağları Sahil Milli Parkı
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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 Travertines of Pamukkale. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 66,959 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Denizli Gondola. This gondola lift and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,981 visitors.
Joining a top-rated tour in Pamukkale 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 Göynük Canyon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a valley and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,669 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Beydağları Sahil Milli Parkı. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,438 visitors, this best-rated sightseeing destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Antalya.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 9 – Antalya and Muratpaşa - departure day
Day 9 – Antalya and Muratpaşa - departure day
- Antalya - Departure day
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- Beach Park
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Day 9 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Muratpaşa 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.
Beach Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Muratpaşa. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,619 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Muratpaşa and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Muratpaşa at Kebap 32 Salih before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 829 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Muratpaşa. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!
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