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Bursa, Türkiye→Yusufeli/Artvin, Türkiye

“A 4-day adventure road trip from Bursa to near Yusufeli”

4days
1,615 kmDistance
12stops
₺18,400Est. cost

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  • ~22h 53m driving
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Bursa → Safranbolu
450 km5h 17m
Start
Bursa, Türkiye
Drive 155 km on O-4, ~2h to Bolu
1
Attraction4.1Sapanca, Türkiye

Gölpark

10:00–12:302h 30m here₺200

Lakeside walk, photos, and playgrounds

Park near lake; bring a light jacket
Drive 155 km, ~2h to Safranbolu
2
Food4.9Bolu, Türkiye

Bolu-Aş Lokantasi

14:30–15:301h here₺800

Classic Turkish home-cooking options

Ask for kids-friendly plates; try local soups
Enjoy the scenic drive
3
Overnight4.7Safranbolu, Türkiye

SAFRANBOLU "LEYLA HANIM KONAGI"

17:30–18:301h here₺2,800

Family-friendly stay near historic streets

Book parking in advance; old town streets are narrow

Day 2

Safranbolu → Samsun
435 km5h 46m
Drive 110 km, ~1h 30m to Sinop
4
Attraction4.3Kastamonu, Türkiye

Clock tower

10:30–13:002h 30m here₺200

Historic streets and viewpoints for photos

Wear grippy shoes; short steep climbs
Drive 165 km, ~2h 30m to Samsun
5
Food4.7Sinop, Türkiye

PİŞİRİCİ BALIK

15:45–16:451h here₺900

Local fish and Sinop-style pide options

Choose harbor seating; quick service for kids
Enjoy the scenic drive
6
Overnight3.9Samsun, Türkiye

Grand Atakum Hotel

19:15–20:151h here₺2,800

Easy parking and seaside promenade access

Ask for quiet room; stroll the promenade before dark

Day 3

Samsun → Rize
408 km6h 18m
Drive 185 km, ~2h 30m to Trabzon
7
Attraction4.7Ordu, Türkiye

Boztepe Cable Car

10:30–13:002h 30m here₺400

Panoramic Black Sea views for photography

Bring windbreaker; keep kids close at viewpoints
Drive 80 km, ~1h 15m to Rize
8
Food4.6Trabzon, Türkiye

Akçaabat Köftecisi Ömer Usta

15:30–16:301h here₺900

Famous meatballs; salads and kid-friendly sides

Order half portions for kids; try local ayran
Enjoy the scenic drive
9
Overnight4.2Rize, Türkiye

BABILLON Hotel & Spa & Restaurant

17:45–18:451h here₺3,400

Convenient base for plateau day trips

Confirm on-site parking; prep rain gear for tomorrow

Day 4

Rize → Artvin
322 km5h 32m
Drive 160 km, ~3h to Artvin
10
Activity4.3Çamlıhemşin/Rize, Türkiye

Ayder Plateau

10:15–12:452h 30m here₺300

Easy hikes, forest air, and photo spots

Stay on marked paths; keep warm layers handy
Drive 20 km, ~30m to Deriner viewpoint
11
Food4.6Artvin, Türkiye

Artvin Cağ Kebap Evi

15:45–16:451h here₺800

Local stews, rice, and quick grill options

Ask for mild dishes; pack snacks for final drive
Drive 70 km, ~1h 30m toward Yusufeli
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Attraction4.7Artvin, Türkiye

Deriner Barajı

17:15–17:4530m here₺100

Çoruh Valley views; quick photo stop

Watch for roadside traffic; sunset photos if clear
Finish
Yusufeli/Artvin, Türkiye

Before you go

Local tips

  • 1Use daylight for mountain roads; avoid late-night driving
  • 2Keep fuel above half tank in remote stretches
  • 3Download offline maps for Black Sea region

Good to know

  • 1Winter conditions possible on plateau roads
  • 2Watch for fog and reduced visibility near mountains
  • 3Use child seats and take breaks if anyone feels carsick

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