5-Day Turkey road trip Starting from Kayseri to Adana

Photo of beautiful landscape with Sultanmarshes (bird paradise) next to Erciyes Mountain, Kayseri.
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Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Kayseri and 2 nights in Adana, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Kayseri and Adana. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Turkey you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Kayseri, 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 Erciyes Ski Resort and Kayseri Castle.

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 Stone Bridge to the breathtaking Uchisar Castle and Kaymaklı Underground City, 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 Goreme Historical National Park and learn more about the unique Paşabağları Müze ve Örenyeri to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Kayseri and Adana, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

KayseriKayseri / 2 nights
Photo of Sabancı Merkez Camii (English: Sabancı Central Mosque) in Adana, Turkey. The mosque is the second largest mosque in Turkey and the landmark in the city of Adana.Adana / 2 nights
Mersin - region in TurkeyMersin
Hot air balloons flying over Uchisar Castle. Cappadocia. Nevsehir Province. Turkey.Nevşehir

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Attractions

Uchisar Castle, Uçhisar, Nevşehir merkez, Nevşehir, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyUchisar Castle
Göreme Historical National ParkGoreme Historical National Park
Fairy Chimneys, Çavuşin, Avanos, Nevşehir, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeyFairy Chimneys
photo of panoramic view of Erciyes Ski Resort with people skiing on the ski slope in Kayseri, Turkey.Erciyes Ski Resort
Kaymakli Underground CityKaymaklı Underground City
Stone Bridge, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyStone Bridge
photo of Kayseri Castle: The castle was built by the fifth century the Byzantine Emperor Justinian. Many cannons damaged the castle was repaired in time to first lacinia. Later, during the reign of the Ottomans in Turkey.Kayseri Castle
Central Park, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyCentral Park
Atatürk Parkı, Çankaya Mahallesi, Akdeniz, Mersin, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyAtatürk Parkı
Ataturk Park, Seyhan, Adana, Mediterranean Region, TurkeyAtaturk Park
Sabancı Merkez MosqueSabancı Merkez Mosque
Cumhuriyet Meydanı
Sultansazligi National Park, Ovaçiftlik Mahallesi, Yeşilhisar, Kayseri, Central Anatolia Region, TurkeySultansazligi National Park
Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü
İnönü Parkı, Fatih Mahallesi, Kocasinan, Kayseri, Central Anatolia Region, Turkeyİnönü Parkı

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
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Include flights?

Yes
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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
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Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1

Day 1 – Kayseri and Talas - arrival day

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

Kayseri has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,940 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 Kayseri, KAFKAS MUTFAK. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 748 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri is Elvan Lokantası. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

Locals recommend Hasan Usta Et Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kayseri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,533 customers.

Kayseri also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Kayseri is Piano Karaoke Party House. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 193 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Turkey!

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Day 2

Day 2 – Kayseri, Ovaçiftlik, and Adana

  • Kayseri
  • Adana
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Drive 340 km, 4 hours 19 min

  • Cumhuriyet Meydanı
  • Kayseri Castle
  • Erciyes Ski Resort
  • Sultansazligi National Park
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kayseri. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Adana. You’ll stay in Adana for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kayseri’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kayseri, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cumhuriyet Meydanı. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,907 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kayseri Castle. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,847 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Erciyes Ski Resort to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Erciyes Ski Resort is a ski resort that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,969 visitors.

The lovely Sultansazligi National Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,466 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kayseri has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Adana. Adana 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 Sirdanci Bedo. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 8,758 reviews.

The remarkable Izol Baklava Salonu is another top restaurant in Adana we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous İştah Kebap is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 765 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Adana, the fantastic La Noche Gastro Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,301 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Next Republic Güzelyalı. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 800 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Baran Türkü Evi. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 546 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Yüreğir, Seyhan, Mersin, and Adana

  • Adana
  • Mersin
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Drive 182 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Stone Bridge
  • Sabancı Merkez Mosque
  • Central Park
  • Ataturk Park
  • Atatürk Parkı
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Yüreğir has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Yüreğir by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Yüreğir. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Yüreğir, like the extraordinary Stone Bridge. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,899 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Yüreğir is the spectacular Sabanci Central Mosque. This attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,087 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Seyhan Merkez Park. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,104 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Yüreğir.

Your discovery of Yüreğir does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Yüreğir on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Turkey, be sure to eat at Mert Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Adana. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Adana is the popular Kazancılar Restoran Büyüksaat. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,866 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Adana is Kasrı Kervan Kebap. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,489 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Hayal Kahvesi Adana is one of the best bars in the city of Adana for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,046 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Adana!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Uçhisar, Kaymaklı, Nevşehir, Çavuşin, and Kayseri

  • Nevşehir
  • Kayseri
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Drive 350 km, 4 hours 43 min

  • Kaymaklı Underground City
  • Uchisar Castle
  • Goreme Historical National Park
  • Fairy Chimneys
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Adana and embark on a scenic drive to Kayseri, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Adana 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 Adana. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Uchisar Castle. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,672 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kaymaklı Underground City. This attraction is a town municipality of turkey that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,008 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kaygısız Izgara. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 396 customers.

Locals also recommend Pizza Uno, another of the best restaurants in Kayseri. Pizza Uno is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kaşık-La. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,560 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit CANLI 38 TEKEL BAYİİİ 7/24 KALİTELİ HİZMET to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Kayseri, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars by 73 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 5

Day 5 – Kayseri and Kocasinan - departure day

  • Kayseri - Departure day
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  • İnönü Parkı
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Day 5 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kayseri 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.

İnönü Parkı is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Kayseri. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,576 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Kayseri at Taşmekan Et Lokantası before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,502 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Malatya Pide Fırını for your last chance at a meal in the city of Kayseri. The Malatya Pide Fırını restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

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

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