Full-day guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with lunch
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A natural masterpiece combines with ancient ruins for this full day tour. You'll head to Pamukkale – which means 'cotton castle' in Turkish – as well as the adjacent city of Hierapolis. Both are UNESCO-listed, so it's a two-for-one deal on Turkey's historical gems. Muzaffer, one of our local guides, says, ‘Pamukkale is like something out of a fairytale – a spectacle of terraces formed over thousands of years that look like a cascading snowy waterfall. Legend has it, the hot thermal springs here have healing properties'.On arrival, you'll stop by the Pam Hotel for a spot of lunch, before soaking in their thermal pools. Next, prepare for a sight to behold, Pamukkale's natural springs solidified into chalk-white stalactites and cliffs long ago, resulting in a winter-like wonderland of petrified tiers and pools. People have bathed here for thousands of years, including Roman emperors. Follow in their footsteps and bathe in one of the thermal pools or simply make your way to the top and drink in the magnificent views.Next up is the ancient spa town of Hierapolis. You'll have free time to explore its well-preserved ruins, including ancient streets and an epic 13,000-seat theatre. What's more, for every sale of this experience, there's a donation to the TUI Care Foundation.
Highlights
- You'll see Pamukkale's cascading terraces of white calcite formed by mineral-rich thermal waters
- A traditional lunch is included at Pam Hotel, followed by time to unwind in their thermal pools
- You can bathe in Pamukkale's natural springs, used for centuries by locals and emperors alike
- There's free time to wander through Hierapolis, including its temples, and 13,000-seat Roman theatre
- Your guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of Pamukkale and its history with you
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
Available in German, English, French, Dutch, Polish
What's included
- Admission fees
- Lunch
- Transport
- Guide
Operated by
TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S
Important information
* Just so you know, this excursion may not be suitable for families with small children due to longer transfer time of about 3 hours
* Entrance to the main Pamukkale site is included, but other entrance fees, such as Cleopatra's pool, are payable locally
* Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
* Bring bathing gear and sunblock
* Drinks not included
* Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
* Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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