8-Day Turkey Road Trip from Trabzon to Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, and Amasya
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 8-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 Trabzon, 1 night in Samsun, 1 night in Çorum, 1 night in Ankara, 1 night in Amasya, and 1 night in Giresun, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Turkey. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Trabzon, Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, Amasya, and Giresun.
We'll help you experience the best 8 days in Turkey you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Trabzon, 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 Anıtkabir and Kuğulu Park.
You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Tilya Resort Hotel, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Tilya Resort Hotel. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Turkey. From the magnificent Ankara Castle to the breathtaking Independence Park and Ulucanlar Prison Museum, 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 Haci Bayram Mosque and learn more about the unique Boztepe Cable Car to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Trabzon, Samsun, Çorum, Ankara, Amasya, and Giresun, 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.
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 7 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 7 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Day 1 – Trabzon - arrival day
Day 1 – Trabzon - arrival day
- Trabzon - Arrival day
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- Zagnos Valley Park
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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 8-day vacation in Turkey!
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Day 2 – Trabzon and Samsun
Day 2 – Trabzon and Samsun
- Trabzon
- Samsun
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Drive 344 km, 5 hours
- Eyof Park
- Trabzon Museum (Kostaki Mansion)
- Trabzon Botanik Bahçesi
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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 Trabzon. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Samsun. You’ll stay in Samsun 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 Eyof Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,463 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 Samsun. Samsun offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.
We recommend you stay at the exclusive Ramada Plaza Hotel, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Trabzon. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.
Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Samsun, like B&C Hotel Spa. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.
If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Hampton by Hilton Samsun. This 4-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 334 guest reviews.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Samsun, the fantastic NO:75 PASSAGE. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 632 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 3 – Samsun and Çorum
Day 3 – Samsun and Çorum
- Samsun
- Çorum
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 38 min
- Veterans Museum
- Bandırma ferry
- East Park
- Amisos Hill
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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 Trabzon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Çorum. You will stay in Çorum 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 Veterans Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,879 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bandırma ferry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,989 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Trabzon is the outstanding Amisos Hill. This popular tumulus and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,400 visitors.
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 Çorum, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Çorum is the 3-star Grand Dost Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 89 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Çorum Marmaris Döner, one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 415 customers.
Locals also recommend Bizimkiler Lokantası as one of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum. Bizimkiler Lokantası is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Çorum is Esmahall Çorum. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 238 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 4 – Altındağ and Ankara
Day 4 – Altındağ and Ankara
- Ankara
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 23 min
- Ulucanlar Prison Museum
- Ankara Castle
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
- Haci Bayram Mosque
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Ankara. You’ll stay in Ankara 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 Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,835 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 17,127 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 11,561 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 18,757 visitors have left this mosque average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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 Ankara. Ankara offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.
We recommend you stay at the exclusive Anadolu Hotels Downtown Ankara, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Trabzon. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. 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 you stay at Lion City Hotel Ankara. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 404 guest reviews.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ankara, the fantastic The Soul Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 5 – Çankaya and Amasya
Day 5 – Çankaya and Amasya
- Ankara
- Çorum
- Amasya
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Drive 338 km, 4 hours 39 min
- Kuğulu Park
- Anıtkabir
- Independence Park
- Clock tower
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,651 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Anıtkabir. This mausoleum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 111,960 visitors.
Independence Park is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 13,408 reviews.
Joining a top-rated tour in Trabzon 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 Çorum Saat Kulesi for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,782 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Amasya.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Başkent Aspava Restorant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Amasya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,432 customers.
Locals also 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.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 6 – Giresun
Day 6 – Giresun
- Giresun
- Ordu
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Drive 341 km, 5 hours 12 min
- Ferhat ile Şirin Aşıklar Müzesi
- Amasya Kalesi
- Boztepe Cable Car
- Giresun Castle
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Day 6 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Giresun 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 Boztepe Cable Car. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,413 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Giresun Castle. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,742 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
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 Giresun, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
One of the best hotel options in the city of Giresun is the 3-star Colonia Park Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10 guests.
If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Ramada Giresun Piraziz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 25 guests.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Osmanoğlu Menemen Restoran (Çakallı Menemeni), one of the best restaurants in the city of Giresun. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.
Locals also recommend BOHÇA MANTI as one of the best restaurants in the city of Giresun. BOHÇA MANTI is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 192 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Giresun is Serender Reastaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 276 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!
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Day 7 – Rize and Trabzon
Day 7 – Rize and Trabzon
- Trabzon
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Drive 352 km, 5 hours 34 min
- Rize Fortress
- Agaran Waterfall
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Trabzon. You’ll stay in Trabzon 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 شلال اوسميت اوغلو. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 840 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Rize Fortress. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,961 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Agaran Waterfall to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Agaran Waterfall is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,805 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 Trabzon. Trabzon 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 4-star hotel options in Trabzon, like Tilya Resort Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 384 guests.
After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Müzeyyen Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 707 reviews.
The remarkable Panagia Premier Trabzon is another top restaurant in Trabzon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 924 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!
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Day 8 – Trabzon - departure day
Day 8 – Trabzon - departure day
- Trabzon - Departure day
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- 100th Anniversary Park
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Day 8 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.
100th Anniversary Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Trabzon. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 960 visitors.
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!
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