9-Day Turkey Road Trip from Bursa traveling east to Istanbul, Bolu, Sakarya, and Kocaeli

Bursa has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,525 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

Bursa also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bursa is Cemil. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!

Day 2 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Istanbul for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Osmangazi is the amazing Koza Han. This attraction is a bazaar that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mosque, Grand Mosque of Bursa. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Osmangazi is the outstanding Han Brass. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,612 visitors.

The spectacular Karagoz Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,961 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bursa Botanical Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,439 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 Istanbul, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hanzade Terrace Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,898 customers.

Locals also recommend Mivan Restaurant & Cafe as one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul. Mivan Restaurant & Cafe is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers.

After dinner, visit Arch Bistro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Istanbul. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 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 Bolu. You’ll stay in Bolu for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Fatih’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Fatih, start your day with a visit to the amazing Grand Bazaar. This much-appreciated bazaar and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Spice Bazaar. This bazaar and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 164,946 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hagia Sophia to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Hagia Sophia is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,439 visitors.

The lovely Topkapı Palace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 95,040 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 1,932,726 visits every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Fatih has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bolu. Bolu 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 Yorem Manti Unlu Mamuller. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 2,926 reviews.

The remarkable Bolu Hanzade Restaurant is another top restaurant in Bolu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kazancım Hizmet Etli Ekmek is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bolu, the fantastic Karpalas City Hotel & Spa. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bolu Gardenya Restaurant. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 382 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kartaltepe Boutique Hotel. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 340 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 4 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 Bolu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Sakarya. You will stay in Sakarya for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bolu is the amazing Golcuk Nature Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,352 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Atatürk Orman Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,703 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bolu is the outstanding Yedigöller National Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,484 visitors.

The spectacular Kapankaya seyir terası is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,126 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Köfteci Hacıbekir, one of the best restaurants in the city of Sakarya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,824 customers.

Locals also recommend Reisoglu Restoran Toplanti Merkezi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sakarya. Reisoglu Restoran Toplanti Merkezi is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

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

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Sakarya, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Sakarya.

Today you'll explore the city of Bolu. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Abant Tabiat Müzesi. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,128 visitors.

Tomb of Hayreddin-i Tokadı is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bolu. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 873 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bolu is Akkaya Travertenleri. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,811 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 Sakarya.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Sakarya, like Beytuş Hamburger & Pizza. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

Kebapcibey is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Sakarya. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

Locals enjoy Hakiki Rumeli Koftecisi, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Sakarya. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

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

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Sakarya, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Sakarya.

Today you'll explore the city of Bolu. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Lake Sünnet Nature Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,366 visitors.

Victory Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bolu. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,117 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bolu is Gazi Süleyman Paşa Cami. This amazing attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 227 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 Sakarya.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Sakarya, like Şerefiye Kahvealtı. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

Sakarya Lokantası is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Sakarya. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 104 customers.

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

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 Bolu. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kocaeli. You’ll stay in Kocaeli for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bolu’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bolu, start your day with a visit to the amazing Upper Stone Inn. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 512 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Beyazıt Cami. This mosque and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 816 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Orta Hamam to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Orta Hamam is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 866 visitors.

The lovely Yesil Mosque is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 226 visitors have left this mosque average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bolu has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kocaeli. Kocaeli 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 Başol Steak House Et Kasap. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 917 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kocaeli, the fantastic Doping Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Kocaeli Province and embark on a scenic drive to Bursa, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kocaeli Province and Beyoğlu 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 Kocaeli Province. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kocaeli Science Center. This attraction is a science center that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,951 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Yeni Cuma (Pertev Mehmet Paşa) Camii. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,606 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kocaeli Province is the stunning Kocaeli Kent Ormanı. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,918 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Galata Tower. This attraction is a tower that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 169,479 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Beyoğlu, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bursa. When you arrive in Bursa 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 Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,249 customers.

After dinner, visit Tabipler Lokali to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bursa, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 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!

Day 9 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bursa 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.

Heykel is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bursa. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

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

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