9-Day Turkey road trip from Samsun to Çorum, Goreme, Ankara, and Amasya
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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 Samsun, 1 night in Çorum, 2 nights in Göreme, 2 nights in Ankara, and 1 night in Amasya, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Samsun, Çorum, Göreme, Ankara, and Amasya. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Samsun, 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 Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri and Goreme Historical National Park.
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 Uchisar Castle to the breathtaking Anıtkabir and Haci Bayram Mosque, 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 Kuğulu Park and learn more about the unique Ankara Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Samsun, Çorum, Göreme, Ankara, and Amasya, 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 – Samsun - arrival day
Day 1 – Samsun - arrival day
- Samsun - Arrival day
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- Atatürk Parkı
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Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Samsun has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Atatürk Parkı. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,265 visitors.
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.
Samsun also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Samsun is NO:75 PASSAGE. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!
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Day 2 – Samsun and Çorum
Day 2 – Samsun and Çorum
- Samsun
- Çorum
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Drive 206 km, 3 hours 16 min
- Veterans Museum
- Bandırma ferry
- East Park
- Amisos Hill
- The Çakırlar
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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 Samsun and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Çorum. You will stay in Çorum for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Samsun is the amazing Veterans Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,010 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bandırma ferry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,245 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Samsun is the outstanding East Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,627 visitors.
The spectacular Amisos Hill is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tumulus and attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 9,541 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic The Çakırlar. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,382 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Samsun 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 Çorum, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Çorum Marmaris Döner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 415 customers.
Locals also recommend Bizimkiler Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. Bizimkiler Lokantası is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum is Esmahall Çorum. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 3 – Nevşehir and Goreme
Day 3 – Nevşehir and Goreme
- Göreme
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Drive 316 km, 4 hours 38 min
- Uchisar Castle
- Pigeon Valley
- Kaymaklı Underground City
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Goreme. You’ll stay in Goreme for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nevşehir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Nevşehir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Uchisar Castle. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,302 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Pigeon Valley Hotel. This hotel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,823 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kaymaklı Underground City to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kaymaklı Underground City is a town municipality of turkey that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,652 visitors.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nevşehir has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Goreme. Goreme 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 Gurme kebab restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,702 reviews.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Goreme, the fantastic Kapadokya Kebapzade. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,252 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 4 – Goreme
Day 4 – Goreme
- Göreme
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Drive 196 km, 3 hours 11 min
- Zelve Open Air Museum
- Fairy Chimneys
- Goreme Historical National Park
- Derinkuyu Underground City
- Haji Bektash Veli complex
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On day 4 of your road trip across Turkey, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Goreme. You’ll stay in Goreme 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 Helios Cave Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Goreme. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 67 guests.
The best luxury hotel option in the city of Goreme is the 5-star Cappadocia Old Houses. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 47 guests.
One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Goreme is the 3-star Monastery Cave Hotel.
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 Zelve Open Air Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,756 visitors.
Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,424 visitors.
One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Goreme Historical National Park. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 21,751 reviews.
As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Derinkuyu Underground City. Around 17,344 visitors have given this underground city an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Haji Bektash Veli complex. Haji Bektash Veli complex is a popular archaeological site, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,257 travelers.
Come to Goreme 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 Goreme.
After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Goreme.
We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Sedef, after your day of exploring the city of Goreme. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,253 customers.
Topdeck Cave is another of the best restaurants in the city of Goreme. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,013 customers.
Locals recommend Zest Cappadocia, one of the best bars in the city of Goreme, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 324 customers.
It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Turkey.
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Day 5 – Ankara
Day 5 – Ankara
- Ankara
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Drive 306 km, 3 hours 41 min
- MTA Sehit Cuma Dag Natural History Museum
- Anıtkabir
- Kuğulu Park
- Seğmenler Parkı
- Independence Park
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Day 5 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 Ankara is the amazing MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,507 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible mausoleum, Anıtkabir. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ankara is the outstanding Kuğulu Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.
The spectacular Seğmenler Parkı 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 12,145 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Independence Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,614 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 6 – Altındağ and Ankara
Day 6 – 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 14,224 visitors.
Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 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 12,450 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 19,269 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.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.
Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 7 – Amasya
Day 7 – Amasya
- Çorum
- Amasya
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Drive 332 km, 4 hours 12 min
- Clock tower
- Ferhat ile Şirin Aşıklar Müzesi
- Amasya Museum
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Amasya. You’ll stay in Amasya for 1 night.
This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,035 visitors.
Amasya 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 Başkent Aspava Restorant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,432 reviews.
The remarkable Küçükağa Restaurant is another top restaurant in Amasya we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,132 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Amasya Anadolu Mantı Evi is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 8 – Samsun
Day 8 – Samsun
- Tokat
- Samsun
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Drive 373 km, 5 hours 21 min
- Ballıca Natural Park
- TOKAT Taşhan
- Amasya Yalıboyu Evleri
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Day 8 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Samsun for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,883 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 Samsun, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 9 – Samsun - departure day
Day 9 – Samsun - departure day
- Samsun - Departure day
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- Tütün Pier
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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 Samsun 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.
Tütün Pier is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Samsun. This pier and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,197 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Samsun and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.
You’ll then say farewell to Samsun. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!
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