11 days in Zonguldak, Bolu & Istanbul Itinerary

Zonguldak is a city and the capital of Zonguldak Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): get a new perspective on nature at Maden Muzesi, Head underground at Gokgol Magarasi, and then step into the grandiose world of Filyos Castle. On your second day here, examine the collection at Eregli Museum and then get to know the resident critters at Canakcilar Hayvanat Bahcesi ve Botanik Park.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Zonguldak day trip website.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Zonguldak is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Israel Standard Time (IST) to Turkey Time (TRT) is 1 hour. In November, Zonguldak is little chillier than Tel Aviv - with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Bolu.

Bolu is a city in Turkey, and administrative center of the Bolu Province. Spend the 23rd (Mon) exploring nature at Karagol Tabiat Parki. Spend the 24th (Tue) exploring nature at Bolu Golcuk Tabiat Parki. There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Golcuk, take in the awesome beauty at Mountain Bolu, and stroll around Ataturk Orman Parki.

For reviews, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Bolu trip planner.

Traveling by car from Zonguldak to Bolu takes 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Istanbul is known for historic sites, museums, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hagia Sophia, stop by Taksim Square, admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Cistern, and get engrossed in the history at Chora Museum.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Istanbul trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Bolu to Istanbul takes 3 hours. In November in Istanbul, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.