Itinerary
- Hierapolis & Pamukkale: You will see the Necropolis (cemetery) of Hierapolis which is one of the biggest ancient cemeteries in Anatolia with 1.200 graves, Roman Bath, Domitian Gate, and the Main Street, Byzantium Gate.
- Pamukkale Thermal Pools: you walk to the natural warm water terraces which were formed by running warm water that contains calcium. The temperature of the water is about 35. You can see the gleaming white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, located next to the ruins of Hierapolis. The extraordinary effect is created when water from the hot springs loses carbon dioxide as it flows down the slopes, leaving deposits of limestone. The layers of white calcium carbonate, built up in steps on the plateau, gave the site the name Pamukkale (cotton castle)
- Cleopatra Pools: The Cleopatra Pool is warmed by hot springs and littered with underwater fragments of ancient marble columns. Possibly associated with the Temple of Apollo, the pool provides today's visitors a rare opportunity to swim with antiquities! During the Roman period, columned porticoes surrounded the pool; earthquakes toppled them into the water where they lie today.
- Karahayit: we will take to the Red Hot Springs in Karahayit and infrom you about the histry and give you free time to enjoy the water
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch in a local restaurant
- Professional tour guide
- Full day Pamukkale, Hierapolis tour
- Entrance fee of Ancient Pool (Cleopatra's Pool)
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Details
What makes Pamukkale (meaning Cotton Castle in Turkish) unique is its well known beautiful white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Pamukkale and Karahayit are also important health centers due to thermal water springs. You can discover and enjoy the history of Hierapolis ancient city with the local guides.
Know Before You Go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are not available on request if advised at time of booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
