9-Day Turkey Road Trip from Trabzon to Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, and Amasya

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Trabzon. You’ll stay in Trabzon for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Trabzon has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Trabzon, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon, Kalender Lokanta ve Kafe. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 547 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon is Kalamış Restoran. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Locals recommend Okkam Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Trabzon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Trabzon is İskele Restoran. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 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'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Trabzon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Samsun. You will stay in Samsun for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trabzon is the amazing Eyof Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, 100th Anniversary Park. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 960 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Samsun is the 4-star B&C Hotel Spa. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Ramada Plaza Hotel is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 4-star Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This 4-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 334 guests.

After dinner, visit NO:75 PASSAGE, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Samsun. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Trabzon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Çorum. You’ll stay in Çorum for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Trabzon’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Trabzon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Veterans Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,879 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bandırma ferry. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,989 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Amisos Hill to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Amisos Hill is a tumulus that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,400 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Trabzon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Çorum. Çorum offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Çorum, like Grand Dost Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 89 guests.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Çorum Marmaris Döner. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 415 reviews.

The remarkable Bizimkiler Lokantası is another top restaurant in Çorum we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Esmahall Çorum is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.

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 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 Trabzon is the amazing Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,835 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Ankara Castle. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,127 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trabzon is the outstanding Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,561 visitors.

The spectacular Haci Bayram Mosque is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 18,757 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.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Anadolu Hotels Downtown Ankara is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 459 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Lion City Hotel Ankara. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 404 guests.

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.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like 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 in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!

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 METU Forest. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,765 visitors.

Kuğulu Park is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Kuğulu Park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,651 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Seğmenler Parkı. This outstanding attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 11,894 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.

Şehir Kebapçısı is one of the top restaurants in the city of Ankara. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,036 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, O Ses Sensin - Karaoke. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 910 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Ankara!

You’ll stay in Amasya for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Anıtkabir. This excellent attraction is a mausoleum that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 111,960 visitors.

Around 13,408 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is 50th Year Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,935 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 Çorum Saat Kulesi for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,782 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Amasya.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya, Başkent Aspava Restorant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,432 customers.

Locals recommend Küçükağa Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya. Küçükağa Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,132 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya is Amasya Anadolu Mantı Evi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!

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

If you’re curious to see more of Trabzon, start your day with a visit to the amazing Boztepe Cable Car. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,413 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Giresun Castle. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,742 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Trabzon has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Giresun. Giresun offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Giresun, like Colonia Park Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Ramada Giresun Piraziz. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 25 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Osmanoğlu Menemen Restoran (Çakallı Menemeni). This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 591 reviews.

The remarkable BOHÇA MANTI is another top restaurant in Giresun we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Serender Reastaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 276 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 8 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Trabzon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trabzon is the amazing Uzungol Observation Deck. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 327 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible lake, Uzungöl. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,750 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trabzon is the outstanding Uzungöl. This popular lake and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,578 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 Trabzon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Trabzon is the 4-star Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Müzeyyen Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Locals also recommend Panagia Premier Trabzon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Trabzon. Panagia Premier Trabzon is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.

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

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

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Trabzon at Nevre Cafe & Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Karpi Pide for your last chance at a meal in the city of Trabzon. The Karpi Pide restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 368 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try İskele Restoran. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

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