Jordan is often seen as an optional add-on to a trip to Israel, with tourists making day trips to Petra. But the ancient Nabataean city on the UNESCO World Heritage list is far from the only thing worth seeing in this country. Byzantine mosaics, ruins of ancient temples, the otherworldly Wadi Rum desert, scenic gorges, and hot springs — even a week won't be enough to cover all the must-see highlights.
Türkiye is far more than all-inclusive resorts, Istanbul's narrow streets, and Cappadocia's hot-air balloons. The country is fantastic to explore by car — roads are good, traffic is light outside the cities, and car hire is affordable. Breathtaking coastal drives along the Black Sea and Aegean, Lycian ruins on the Mediterranean, and the authentic landscapes of Kurdistan are all best experienced behind the wheel. Here's how to plan your route and set off on your first road trip across Turkey.
