Pamukkale and Hierapolis Day Tour from Antalya with Lunch
Description
Catch the opportunity to visit the renowned sites of Pamukkale with an unforgettable day trip from Antalya. Pamukkale is famous for its breathtaking natural wonders, thermal springs, and archaeological sites. This day trip offers a perfect blend of all three. Have fun, explore new places, relax, and learn fascinating facts about the history of Pamukkale while creating new memories with your loved ones. Discover the wonders of Hierapolis and Pamukkale with a small group and an expert English speaking tour guide! Relax in the therapeutic waters of Cleopatra's Pool. Hassle-free round-trip transport from your hotel. Enjoy your day without worrying about any hidden fees.
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Itinerary
Departing from Antalya in the early morning, a fully air-conditioned minibus will pick you up from your hotel. All transfers are made with comfortable and modern minibuses. Tour guide will welcome you and provide the final details of the schedule. After meeting the professional tour guide, your trip will start to Pamukkale, on the Unesco World Heritage List. We’ll first arrive to Korkuteli, a district of Antalya. Take a breakfast break in Korkuteli before visiting the cascading snow-white terraced cliffs of this mysterious cotton palace.
You'll take in panoramic views of Pamukkale and enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.
Throughout the day, you will visit one of the area's most significant sites: the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hierapolis, or "holy city", was an ancient Greco-Roman city in Phrygia, located on top of hot springs in Southwest Anatolia. This ancient city, which was famous for its baths in historical times, is a civilization that has hosted many people who want to treat themselves. The ruins feature the Roman Amphitheater, Necropolis, an authentic historical center, St Philippe Basilica, and the Roman baths.
The Cleopatra’s Pool, nestled among the ruins of Hierapolis, boasts hot spring waters with renowned healing properties. The current pool's shape was formed by an earthquake in the 7th century AD, causing the marble portico with Ionic columns to collapse into the spring. These monumental pieces are still visible through the crystal-clear waters, providing a unique swimming experience. The spring water temperatures range between 36°C and 57°C, with a pH value of approximately 5.8. Rich in bicarbonates and sulfates, and containing small amounts of dissolved iron and trace radioactivity, the waters are safe for swimming. During the free time provided on the tour, you can enjoy swimming in the Cleopatra Pool.
Pamukkale Travertines, also known as the Cotton Castle, is another fascinating site you will visit during the day. The rock formations in Pamukkale contain hot spring with terraces of carbonate minerals that relax for bathing.This natural wonder is one of the most impressive and most photographed locations in the country. The dreamlike landscape is filled with fantastic stalactites and white terraces with flowing water. Take your time to stroll around and capture some stunning photos.
Feeling energized and relaxed, you will then board the minibus and return to Antalya. The tour finishes in the evening when you arrive back at your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
-Pick up and drop off time may vary for the hotels in Kundu region. - the traveler needs to wait at the lobby of the hotel and the tour guide will pick them up and ask at the reception of the hotel
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
Reviews(194)
Baran was a considerate and humorous guide. I actually got lost at the end and he kindly sent me a pin to show where the meeting spot is. They also arranged to pick me up directly from my hostel even though it was outside the zone. I had an awesome time at Hierapolis.
Pamukkale tour was very wonderful Second best tour in turkey (1st was balloon tour in goreme) Thank you Baran for professional and kind explanation.
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This is the one of the most exciting experience I’ve ever experienced. It was the very valuable experience since I’ve been Turkey. Especially I am very thankful to my brillant guide Baran. He was very thoughtful and nice. Thank you for your guide today:) 정말 귀중했던 경험입니다. 카파도키아-안탈리아-이스탄불 여행인데 파묵칼레 투어는 카파도키아의 벌룬 투어에 이어서 가장 좋았던 투어 중에 하나였습니다. 평소에 여행을 좋아해서 여러 나라에 가봤지만 파묵칼레는 흔하게 볼 수 없는 곳이라서 정말 꼭 가보시길 바랍니다. 투어 내내 같은 한국인들을 찾아보기 어려웠었는데 파묵칼레는 안탈리아에 오신다면 반드시 오셔야할 여행지라고 생각합니다^^ 가이드 바란님께서 정말 세세하게 터키 문화에 대해서 설명해주셨고 여러모로 정말 재밌었습니다 강추드립니다^_^
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Baran was extremely good, friendly and cheerful person. He explained everything well with very good English. Has a lot of knowledge about the history of the city. Had a nice buffet lunch with a lot of variety to choose from. Highly recommended
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Our tour guide was Baran. He spoke English very well, was very friendly and cheerful. He gave a good history about the tour. The food was lovely. Definitely recommend.
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The trip was wonderful with great pick up and tour guide. Our tour guide shared the history patiently and helped my kids to get the free ticket. Time allocated in each spot was just right and our tour guide picked up the amended necklace to the restaurant from the souvenir shop.
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Baran was our guide and I genuinely compliment him for his gentle and witty character, clear and precise arrangements, also some interesting facts sharing about turkey and this trip. Highly recommended.
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Very good tour with Baran. Pickup was easy and the minibus was comfortable. Group of about 15 people. Drive to Pamukkale from Antalya is about 2-3 hours and all of the activities are close together there. Lunch is included (but not drinks with lunch), close to Pamukkale. Baran was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful throughout. The calcium ponds are a surreal environment, very beautiful. The site is fairly busy but wasn't overwhelmingly so when we were there. Bring lots of sunscreen as most of the site is exposed (few trees or shady areas). Cleopatra's Pool costs an extra 10 euros, nice to be able to have a swim but the pool itself isn't the nicest and is a new addition, not historic. The tour also stops at a couple of places for souvenirs/jewellery (I imagine all the tour companies are doing this, not only this one). These added very little to the experience and are pure tourist traps - they try to charge you more than double what items are worth because you have been bussed in on the chumps' bus. Some of the group were even (massively) overcharged for a cup of tea... Either get ready to haggle/argue, or buy souvenirs elsewhere.
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Our tour guide Baran is one of the best tour guides I’ve had, and I have the unique experience of being Turkish and British. He is very knowledgable and extremely accommodating. The company also made last minute adjustments to our booking which I am very grateful for. Pamukale itself, while filled with tourists, remains fascinating and beautiful. The cleopatra pool was nice to swim in, and I purchased a nice sultanate ring from the jewelers we stopped at. Unfortunately the shower and changing facilities at pamukale were a little grim, and the transport vehicle for the trip wasn’t as modern as expected and could be made more comfortable for a 12 hour round trip. Lunch was ok, but attempting to include drinks as seperate for much higher mark up prices feels very cynical. Overall glad I went, and good value for money - some things could be improved at the site itself - but the tour guide/company made it worth it. Make sure you haggle and cross reference typical prices for goods using ChatGPT BEFORE you buy from the shops, or ask a Turkish member of your group.
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Grand tour guide and good experience thank you, i would say skip the visit to onyx place, more time than 3 hours at pamakulle from antalya would be required to see it all
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