9-Day Turkey Road Trip from Konya traveling west to Ankara, Kocaeli, Bursa, and Eskişehir
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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 2 nights in Konya, 2 nights in Ankara, 1 night in Kocaeli Province, 2 nights in Bursa, and 1 night in Eskisehir, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Konya, Ankara, Kocaeli, Bursa, and Eskisehir. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Konya, 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 Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden and Anıtkabir.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have 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 Haci Bayram Mosque to the breathtaking Grand Mosque of Bursa and Koza Han, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Uludag National Park and learn more about the unique İnkaya Historical Plane Tree to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Konya, Ankara, Kocaeli, Bursa, and Eskisehir, 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. 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 – Konya and Selçuklu - arrival day
Day 1 – Konya and Selçuklu - arrival day
- Konya - Arrival day
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- Culture Park
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Konya has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Culture Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.
Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.
Konya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Konya is Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!
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Day 2 – Selçuklu and Ankara
Day 2 – Selçuklu and Ankara
- Konya
- Ankara
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Drive 288 km, 3 hours 53 min
- Sille Baraj Parkı
- Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden
- Ecdat Parkı
- Kyoto Japanese Park
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Day 2 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ankara for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Selçuklu is the amazing Sille Baraj Parkı. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,661 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible butterfly house, Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Selçuklu is the outstanding Ecdat Parkı. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,128 visitors.
The spectacular Kyoto Japanese Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14,441 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 Ankara, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After dinner, visit The Soul Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ankara. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 3 – Ankara and Altındağ
Day 3 – Ankara and Altındağ
- Ankara
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 1 min
- Anıtkabir
- Kuğulu Park
- Ulucanlar Prison Museum
- Ankara Castle
- Haci Bayram Mosque
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Ankara, where you'll stay for 1 night more.
One of the best travel destinations is Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,224 visitors.
Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Ankara Castle has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 visitors.
To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Haci Bayram Mosque. This outstanding attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,269 visitors.
You can also make your new day in Turkey more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Turkey’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.
When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Ankara.
When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,773 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.
Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Ankara!
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Day 4 – Bolu and Kocaeli
Day 4 – Bolu and Kocaeli
- Bolu
- Kocaeli
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Drive 388 km, 4 hours 53 min
- Atatürk Orman Park
- Golcuk Nature Park
- Akkaya Travertenleri
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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 Atatürk Orman Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,703 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Golcuk Nature Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,352 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Akkaya Travertenleri to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Akkaya Travertenleri is a park that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,811 visitors.
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!
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Day 5 – Osmangazi and Bursa
Day 5 – Osmangazi and Bursa
- Bursa
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Drive 134 km, 1 hour 50 min
- Han Brass
- Grand Mosque of Bursa
- Koza Han
- Bursa City Museum
- Heykel
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Rise and shine on day 5 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 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kocaeli Province 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 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 Kocaeli Kent Ormanı. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,918 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Kocaeli Province is the stunning Yeni Cuma (Pertev Mehmet Paşa) Camii. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,606 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Han Brass. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,612 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Grand Mosque of Bursa. This mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 38,739 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Koza Han. This bazaar and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.
The lovely Bursa City Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,988 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Heykel is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Osmangazi. This point of interest is a top-tier point of interest rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,129 reviews.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Osmangazi, 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 Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,308 customers.
After dinner, visit Cemil 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 836 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!
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Day 6 – Osmangazi and Bursa
Day 6 – Osmangazi and Bursa
- Bursa
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Drive 59 km, 1 hour 34 min
- Bursa Botanical Park
- Muradiye Mosque
- Karagoz Museum
- İnkaya Historical Plane Tree
- Uludag National Park
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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 Bursa Botanical Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,439 visitors.
Muradiye Mosque is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 958 visitors.
Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Karagoz Museum. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,961 visitors.
Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding İnkaya Historical Plane Tree. This must-see tourist destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,525 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Uludag National Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,520 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!
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Day 7 – Bursa and Eskişehir
Day 7 – Bursa and Eskişehir
- Bursa
- Eskişehir
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Drive 263 km, 4 hours 1 min
- Emir Sultan Mosque
- Sultan's Mansion Museum
- Ağlayan Çınar
- Oylat Cave
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Day 7 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 Eskişehir. You will stay in Eskişehir for 1 night. 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 museum, Sultan's Mansion Museum. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,146 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.
The spectacular Oylat Cave is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating show cave and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,640 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 Eskişehir, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Yusufeli Coruh Doner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Eskişehir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,810 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 8 – Eskişehir and Konya
Day 8 – Eskişehir and Konya
- Eskişehir
- Konya
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Drive 349 km, 4 hours 40 min
- Dede Korkut Park
- Vecihi Hürkuş Havacılık Müzesi ve Teknoloji Parkı
- Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark
- Kanlıpınar the Martyrdom
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Eskişehir. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Konya. You’ll stay in Konya for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Eskişehir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Eskişehir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Dede Korkut Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,900 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Vecihi Hürkuş Havacılık Parkı. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,741 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,614 visitors.
The lovely Kanlıpınar the Martyrdom is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 441 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Eskişehir has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Konya. Konya offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Konya, the fantastic Konya Kebap Evi. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Akyokuş Dostların Yeri Aile Restauranttı. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 9 – Konya and Selçuklu - departure day
Day 9 – Konya and Selçuklu - departure day
- Konya - Departure day
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- Çelebi Parkı
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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 Konya 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.
Çelebi Parkı is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Konya. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 267 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Konya and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.
You’ll then say farewell to Konya. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!
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