Summer Tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with Lake Salda
Excursions & day trips

Summer Tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with Lake Salda

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$139.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch, Polish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Do this because
  • Photo stop at scenic Lake Salda, famed for its white beaches and electric blue waters
  • 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
  • Expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Turkey and its people
What to expect

This summer tour takes you to Pamukkale, which means ‘cotton castle' in Turkish – and you'll see why as soon as you set eyes upon its magical landscape. Heading deep into the Anatolian countryside, you'll also visit Hierapolis, Lake Salda, as well as have the chance to see Cleopatra's Pool. Muzaffer, one of our expert guides, says, ‘Legend has it that Cleopatra's pool was the secret to her beauty. I don't know if that's true, but it's an inspiring place for a dip. Collapsed columns and marble remnants dating back to Cleopatra's time are submerged in the thermal waters. They fell here during the 7th century earthquake.'

Leaving Antalya early in the morning, you'll arrive at Lake Salda after a few hours' scenic drive. It's been compared to the Maldives for its long white beaches and multi-toned blue waters. You'll have free time to take some photos of this otherworldly spot. We'll head to Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards, catch a peek of the bright white calcite terraces – they look like icy stalactites dripping from pools of sky-blue water.

At the top of these travertines is Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the Byzantine Gate and marvel at the ruins as you stroll towards the vast bowl-shaped theatre. It's epic. Then, there's the option to relax with a dip in the warm water of Cleopatra's Ancient Pool, where you swim among ancient columns. Dinner in a forest restaurant on the way back is included. What's more, for every sale of this experience, there's a donation to CYDD, a charity that helps in the education of underprivileged children in Turkey.

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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 summer season tour, only available between 1st May and October 31st
  • If you are travelling in winter, please choose our Winter Tour to Pamukkale and Hierapolis
  • Please be aware, this is a long day with a lot of time spent travelling. For certain resorts, this could be up to around 10 hours of travel in total
  • Not suitable for families with young children due to the long bus journey
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring suitable footwear
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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.

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