11-Day Turkey Road Trip from Istanbul traveling south to Bursa, Aydın, Antalya, and Konya

Istanbul has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Gülhane Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 59,778 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 Istanbul, Hanzade Terrace Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,898 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul is Mivan Restaurant & Cafe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers.

Istanbul also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Istanbul is Arch Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Istanbul is Harab'be Cafe. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Turkey!

You still have 2 nights left in Istanbul.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Basilica Cistern. This incredible attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,033 visitors.

Hagia Sophia is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,439 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Spice Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Topkapı Palace. This palace and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 95,040 visitors. Each year, approximately 1,932,726 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Fatih.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul, like Saltanat Fish & Kebab House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

Divella Bistro Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Locals enjoy Turkish Cuisine, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Istanbul. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul. This attraction is a bazaar that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 145,525 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Sultanahmet Square. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 30,938 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Istanbul is the stunning Sultan Ahmed Mosque. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,956 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated mosque in Istanbul. The popular Süleymaniye Mosque is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure.

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.

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!

You’ll stay in Aydın for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Grand Mosque of Bursa. This excellent attraction is a mosque that has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

Around 29,902 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Ephesus Archaeological Museum for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is an archaeological museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,664 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın, Vardar Pastanesi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Aydın, Yeni Eski Cafe Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Aydin and embark on a scenic drive to Antalya, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aydin and Pamukkale 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 Aydin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Aytepe Picnic Area. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,526 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Suleiman Bey Mosque. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,048 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Aydin is the stunning Ramazan Pasha Mosque. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 564 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Denizli Gondola. This attraction is a gondola lift that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,309 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pamukkale, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Antalya. When you arrive in Antalya you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Apollon Temple. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,144 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Side Ancient City. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,514 visitors.

Flow Manavgat Waterfall is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from over 36,681 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Manavgat is another excellent way to spend your new day in Turkey. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Turkey’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Turkey’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Turkey’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Culture Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Mr. Frog Pub Bistro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Konya. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Ankara for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Kyoto Japanese Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 visitors.

Around 8,128 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This amazing attraction is a butterfly house and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 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 Kyoto Japanese Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Konya. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 14,441 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,128 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. This attraction, a stunning butterfly house, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Mevlâna Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 62,374 travelers, the magnificent Mevlâna Museum is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Ankara, The Soul Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

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

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 MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,507 visitors.

Anıtkabir is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Independence Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Kuğulu Park. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Seğmenler Parkı. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,145 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!

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 Altındağ’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Altındağ, start your day with a visit to the amazing Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,224 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Ankara Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 18,222 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is a national museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,450 visitors. Every year, around 450,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Haci Bayram Mosque is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,269 visitors have left this mosque average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Altındağ 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!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Bolu and embark on a scenic drive to Istanbul, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bolu 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 Bolu. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Golcuk Nature Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,352 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Dolmabahçe Palace. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 75,692 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque). This mosque and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 32,994 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Yıldız Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,205 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like İstanbul kebab cafe & restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,220 customers.

Locals also recommend Gulhane Sark Sofrasi, another of the best restaurants in Istanbul. Gulhane Sark Sofrasi is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

After dinner, visit Last Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Istanbul, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,647 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Old English Pub ® Cafe & Restaurant. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Old English Pub ® Cafe & Restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,963 customers.

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 11 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Istanbul 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.

Beyazıt Square is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Istanbul. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,941 visitors.

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

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