Winter Tour to Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Excursions & day trips

Winter Tour to Pamukkale and Hierapolis

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 3 reviews
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£114.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch, Polish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • See the cascading terraces of gleaming white calcite in Pamukkale
  • Free time to explore UNESCO-listed Hierapolis, including its vast Greek theatre
  • Wallow in the warm waters of in Cleopatra's pool, a living relic of an ancient spa resort
  • Avoid the tourists and see two of Turkey's most treasured historical sites
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Turkey and its people
What to expect

This winter tour takes you to Pamukkale, which means 'cotton castle' in Turkish – and you'll soon see why as you set eyes upon this magical landscape. You'll also visit the adjacent ancient city of Hierapolis. Both are UNESCO-listed, so it's a two-in-one deal on Turkey's historical gems. And, like all of our tours, we use expert local guides who know the area inside out. Muzaffer, one of the guides, says, ‘I've got a lot of interesting things to tell on this tour that you won't hear anywhere else.'

A sight to behold, Pamukkale is a series of mountainside terraces where natural springs have solidified into snowy-white stalactites and cliffs. The effect is 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 stand at the top of Pamukkale and drink in the magnificent views.

Then it's on to the ruins of ancient Hierapolis – a theatre, necropolis, temples, baths and much more. After lunch, you'll have free time to head to the archaeological museum or take a dip in Cleopatra's Bath, where you'll swim among ancient columns. And, if you're peckish on the way back, you'll be treated to dinner at a local forest restaurant.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Entrance to the main Pamukkale site is included but the additional entrance fee for Cleopatra's Pool is payable locally
  • There may be an initial, unaccompanied pick-up from your hotel to a meeting point from which the tour proper departs
  • Please note that this is our winter season tour, only available between 1st November and April 30th
  • If you are travelling in summer, please choose our Summer Tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with Lake Salda
  • Not suitable for families with young children due to the long bus journey
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
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Provider
TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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  • anonomous

    From United States of America - May 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    journey was extended by too many stops. too little time at pamukkale, considering we had spent nearly 15 hrs on excursion we were only given around 3 ...

  • Mum and daughter

    From United Kingdom - November 2022

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    We had breakfast in our hotel as 0630 start as it was advertised as lunch & dinner included, breakfast was then included which was wasteful for us alr ...

  • Tammy & Neil

    From United Kingdom - May 2022

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Stunning place and Cleopatras Pool is a definite - Cotton Castle not to be missed. Beautiful.

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