9-Day Turkey road trip from Izmir to Ayvalık, Bursa, and Manisa

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Izmir. You’ll stay in Izmir for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Izmir has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible İzmir Historical Elevator Building. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,215 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.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir, SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,410 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir is Kokorecci Asim Usta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,892 customers.

Locals recommend Sevinç Pastanesi - Alsancak as one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,961 customers.

Izmir also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Izmir is La Puerta Alsancak. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,986 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Izmir is La Cigale Alsancak. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

Locals also enjoy Eko Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

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

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

Today you'll explore the city of Konak. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Clock Tower of İzmir. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,756 visitors.

Konak Square is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Konak. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,681 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Konak is Kemeraltı. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,496 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Izmir.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir, like Bostanlı Tuzu Biberi -Kahvaltı Bistro Cafe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,160 customers.

AKIN'IN YERİ BALIK RESTAURANT is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Izmir. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,194 customers.

Locals enjoy Ristorante Pizzeria Venedik, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Izmir. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,262 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Izmir, Yolo Art&Lounge. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Peruş'un Meyhane Lezzetleri ~ Çeşme Ciğercisi. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 220 customers.

Yüzde Yüz Food & Drink & Grill is another of the best bars in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,410 customers.

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

Day 3 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 Foça and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ayvalık. You will stay in Ayvalık for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Foça is the amazing Old Foca Coast. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,844 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ares Cafe, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,825 customers.

Locals also recommend Ayvalık Deniz Yıldızı Restoran as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık. Ayvalık Deniz Yıldızı Restoran is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,303 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ayvalık is Keyf ET Balıkesir. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

After dinner, visit Tik Mustafa's Place, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ayvalık. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,069 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Paprika Beach. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,097 customers.

Alternatively, Meriçler Restorant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ayvalık. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 667 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ayvalık. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bursa. You’ll stay in Bursa for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ayvalık’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ayvalık, start your day with a visit to the amazing Aşıklar Tepesi. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,817 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sarımsaklı Plajı. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 15,799 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Oren Beach to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Oren Beach is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,072 visitors.

The lovely Atatürk Parkı, Balıkesir is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,170 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Değirmen Boğazı Natural Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,076 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ayvalık has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bursa. Bursa 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 Uzan Et Mangal. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 8,360 reviews.

The remarkable Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta is another top restaurant in Bursa we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Fikret Balık Restoran & Balık Market is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,924 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bursa, the fantastic Radyo Pub Özlüce; Bira Bahçesi. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Newcastle Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cemil. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bursa, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the town of Üsküdar is Dolmabahçe Palace. This amazing attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 75,692 visitors.

Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque) is another popular attraction you could visit in the town of Üsküdar. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque) has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Bursa.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Yesil Izgara Pideli Kofte. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,249 customers.

Rumeli Kardeşler Sofrası is one of the top restaurants in the city of Bursa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,455 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa is Yıldıztepe Cafe Mudanya. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,193 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Bursa, Tabipler Lokali. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Bursa, we recommend the cocktails at High Out Dart Club. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 543 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bursa is Enfal Izgara Kasap. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 136 customers.

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

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

Today you'll explore the city of Bursa. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Orhan Gazi Mosque. This incredible attraction is a mosque and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 963 visitors.

Koza Han is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bursa. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,902 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bursa is Grand Mosque of Bursa. This amazing attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Han Brass. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,612 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bursa Botanical Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,439 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 Cemilusta Bursa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

İnci Pide is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bursa. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,023 customers.

Locals enjoy Inan Kardesler Et Lokantasi, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bursa. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,041 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bursa, Dobruca Derebahçe Sosyal Tesisleri. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,591 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Kitap Evi Otel. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,257 customers.

Tepe Cafe & Restaurant is another of the best bars in the city of Bursa. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

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

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 Manisa. You will stay in Manisa 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 Heykel. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bursa City Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,988 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bursa is the outstanding Karagoz Museum. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,961 visitors.

The spectacular İnkaya Historical Plane Tree is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 24,525 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 Manisa, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ali Baba Kağıt Köfte, one of the best restaurants in the city of Manisa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,005 customers.

Locals also recommend Köfteci Talat as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manisa. Köfteci Talat is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,455 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manisa is Saray Ocakbaşı. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 958 customers.

After dinner, visit Taş Fabrika, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Manisa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 815 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Sir Winston Uncubozköy. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 390 customers.

Alternatively, Xtanbul Cafe is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Manisa. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 293 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Aydın, start your day with a visit to the amazing Suleiman Bey Mosque. This much-appreciated mosque and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,048 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Aytepe Parkı. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 375 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular 17 Nisan Köy Enstitüleri Ormanı to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular 17 Nisan Köy Enstitüleri Ormanı is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 499 visitors.

The lovely Aytepe Picnic Area is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,526 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Aydın has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Izmir. Izmir 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 Moresi Girit Mutfağı. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,047 reviews.

The remarkable Ziyade is another top restaurant in Izmir we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,510 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kaplan Dag Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Izmir, the fantastic Biralem Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Dinosaur Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Tattoo Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 565 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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

Güzelyali Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Izmir. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,611 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Izmir at Altin Kepce Bergama Meatball before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,541 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Bogazici Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Izmir. The Bogazici Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,490 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Yengec Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,570 customers.

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