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
Attraction
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
Food
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
Overnight
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
Attraction
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
Food
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
Attraction
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
Overnight
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
Attraction
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
Food
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
Activity
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
Overnight
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
Attraction
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
Food
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
Activity
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
Overnight
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
Activity
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
Food
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
Attraction
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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