6-Day Turkey Road Trip from Izmir traveling north to Ayvalık and Bursa

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 must-see tourist 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 6-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 Konak Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,681 visitors.

Clock Tower of İzmir is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Konak. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,756 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.

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 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Ayvalık and the city of Bursa. You’ll stay in Bursa for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Sarımsaklı Plajı. This excellent attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 15,799 visitors.

Around 10,072 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 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 İnkaya Historical Plane Tree for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Bursa. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,525 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,520 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Heykel in the city of Bursa. This attraction, a stunning must-see tourist destination, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,129 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa, Uzan Et Mangal. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,360 customers.

Locals recommend Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa. Kebapçı Hüseyin Usta is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,308 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bursa is Fikret Balık Restoran & Balık Market. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,924 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bursa, Radyo Pub Özlüce; Bira Bahçesi. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Newcastle Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

Cemil is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bursa. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 836 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip through Turkey is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bursa and the city of Gölyazı. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bursa is the amazing Han Brass. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,612 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Grand Mosque of Bursa. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 38,739 visitors.

Koza Han is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bursa. This well-known attraction, a spectacular bazaar, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 29,902 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bursa is Ağlayan Çınar. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,261 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bursa 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 Ağlayan Çınar in the city of Gölyazı for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,261 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Moresi Girit Mutfağı, one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,047 customers.

Locals also recommend Ziyade as one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. Ziyade is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,510 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir is Kaplan Dag Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

After dinner, visit Biralem Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Dinosaur Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Alternatively, Tattoo Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 565 customers.

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

Day 6 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!