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Bursa, Türkiye→Artvin Merkez/Artvin, Türkiye

5 days · 1,800 km · 18 stops

5days

1,800 kmDistance

18stops

€1,195Est. cost

5-day Black Sea road trip from Bursa toward Artvin

Estimated cost

€1,195estimated total

Stays €430

Fuel €275

Food €270

Other €220

Estimates generated at planning time — your actual costs may vary.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

552 km6h 9mDepart 08:30

Start

Bursa, Türkiye

Walk 1 km in ~15 min through the bazaar streets

1

Attraction4.7

Old Safranbolu Bazaar

Safranbolu, Türkiye

13:30–16:002h 30m here€20

Ottoman houses and cobbled streets

Use outer parking; old lanes are narrow for an SUV.

Drive 95 km in ~1h 20min via D755 toward Kastamonu

2

Food4.4

Safranbolu Zencefil Yöresel Lezzetler

Safranbolu, Türkiye

16:15–17:151h here€55

Regional kebab and saffron desserts

Try kuyu kebabı and saffron lokum.

Enjoy the scenic drive

3

Overnight4.4

Amorium Hotel

Kastamonu, Türkiye

18:35–19:351h here€85

Central family hotel with parking

Confirm open-air SUV parking before arrival.

Day 2

361 km5hDepart 08:30

Drive 185 km in ~2h 45min via D765 and D010 toward Sinop

4

Attraction4.6

Kastamonu Castle

Kastamonu, Türkiye

08:45–10:452h here€10

Historic hilltop views over the city

Good morning photo light; wear grip shoes.

Drive 8 km in ~15 min along the coast to Hamsilos

5

Food4.7

PİŞİRİCİ BALIK

Sinop, Türkiye

13:30–14:301h here€65

Fresh Black Sea seafood by the port

Choose grilled fish and local meze.

Drive 155 km in ~2h 30min via D010 coast road to Samsun

6

Attraction4.3

Hamsilos Nature Park

Sinop, Türkiye

14:45–17:152h 30m here€25

Fjord-like bay and easy trails

Family-friendly paths; bring water and camera.

Enjoy the scenic drive

7

Overnight4.5

Marin Otel & Restaurant

Samsun, Türkiye

19:45–20:451h here€95

Modern hotel near the promenade

Use hotel lot; refuel tonight before eastern coast.

Day 3

346 km5h 28mDepart 08:30

Drive 165 km in ~2h 20min via D010 toward Ordu

8

Attraction4.7

Bandırma ferry

Samsun, Türkiye

08:45–10:452h here€20

Atatürk history and ship museum

Compact, educational stop for kids.

Drive 6 km in ~15 min to Boztepe cable car area

9

Food4.3

Meşhur Pide Ordu

Ordu, Türkiye

13:05–14:051h here€55

Local pide and fast family service

Good quick meal before viewpoints.

Drive 180 km in ~2h 35min via D010 through Giresun to Trabzon

10

Activity4.7

Boztepe Cable Car

Ordu, Türkiye

14:20–16:202h here€35

Panoramic coast photography spot

Use marked parking; cable car may be easier than steep roads.

Enjoy the scenic drive

11

Overnight4.4

Sera Lake Resort Hotel

Trabzon, Türkiye

18:55–19:551h here€100

Comfort hotel with secure parking

Pick a hotel outside tight bazaar streets for SUV access.

Day 4

308 km4h 58mDepart 08:15

Drive 45 km in ~1h via D885 back toward Trabzon center

12

Attraction4.2

Sümela Monastery

Maçka, Türkiye

09:15–12:153h here€70

Cliffside monastery and forest views

Shuttle sections may apply; start early for photos.

Drive 80 km in ~1h 15min via D010 to Rize

13

Food4.8

Kamiloğlu Köfte Akçaabat

Trabzon, Türkiye

13:15–14:151h here€65

Classic köfte and local sides

Local cuisine with kid-friendly options.

Drive 90 km in ~1h 30min via D010 to Hopa; fuel before mountain roads

14

Activity4.5

Ziraat Tea Garden

Rize, Türkiye

15:30–17:302h here€20

Tea terraces and city viewpoints

Buy tea snacks; easy walking and photo stops.

Enjoy the scenic drive

15

Overnight3.3

Hopa Heyamo Hotel

Hopa, Türkiye

19:00–20:001h here€85

Seaside overnight near Artvin road

Refuel here; Artvin roads are curvier inland.

Day 5

233 km4h 47mDepart 08:30

Drive 70 km in ~1h 30min via Şavşat-Artvin mountain road

16

Activity4.5

Karagöl-Sahara Milli Parkı

Şavşat, Türkiye

10:45–13:453h here€50

Lake scenery and forest hiking

Mountain weather shifts fast; keep jackets handy.

Drive 7 km in ~20 min up the valley road to the terrace

17

Food4.9

Kepçe Restoran

Artvin, Türkiye

15:15–16:151h here€60

Cağ kebabı and regional dishes

Park on wider streets or signed lots.

Enjoy the scenic drive

18

Attraction4.5

Atatepe

Artvin, Türkiye

16:35–18:352h here€20

Giant Atatürk statue and valley view

Best late light for Çoruh Valley photos.

Finish

Artvin Merkez/Artvin, Türkiye

Before you go

Local tips

1Refuel before Hopa and Şavşat mountain sections.
2Prefer open-air parking for the SUV in old towns.
3Start coastal driving early to avoid city traffic.
4Keep cash for small rural parking and cafés.

Good to know

1Black Sea weather can change quickly in May.
2Mountain roads near Artvin are curvy and slower.
3Old town streets in Safranbolu and Trabzon can be tight for SUVs.

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