Full-day Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis tour
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Full-day Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis tour

4.2/5
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22 reviews
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$120.00
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Language: German, English, Polish
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Duration: more than 8 hours
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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.

Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pamukkale, known for its white terraces
  • You can stand at the top of Pamukkale and soak in panoramic views of the valley below
  • There's a chance to bathe in the mineral-rich thermal pools of Pam Hotel
  • A visit to the ancient city of Hierapolis to discover the historic ruins and Roman theatre is included
  • You'll get free time to visit the archeological museum and learn about the region's history
What to expect

Pamukkale 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 of Turkish historical gems.

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 onto to the ruins of ancient Hierapolis – a necropolis, temples, baths and much more. The theatre is a showstopper. You'll also have free time to check out the archaeological museum. It may be a long ride to get there, but it's definitely worth it.

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What to remember
  • Not suitable for guests with walking difficulties and families with infants because of the long drive in bus
  • Drinks not included
  • Please note, transfer time to Pamukkale after pick-ups from hotels is around three hours
  • Entrance to the main Pamukkale site is included
  • Please be aware, Cleopatra's pool is currently under renovation and not available for use until October
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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

Excellent

4.2 /5

Based on 22 reviews from verified customers

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  • D

    David Carswell

    Verified booking

    4.6
    September 7, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Great experience

  • R

    Roz

    Verified booking

    4.2
    July 22, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Guide was full of information and helpful for answering questions and telling us about local culture. Good food stops. Guide worked to what people attending tour wanted for example people in our group wanted more time at stops. Our tui rep in the hotel gave us great information prior to visit and gave us a great tip to walk further to the right from where the pools were to see more.

  • C

    Chris McCamlie

    Verified booking

    3.4
    July 13, 2025

    Traveled with family

    There was a much larger hill than expected and the trip was more re like 13 hours than the expected 8

  • M

    Magdalena Mazur

    Verified booking

    5
    June 29, 2025

    Traveled with family

    Tour guide Vol was excellent

  • A

    Andre

    Verified booking

    3
    June 9, 2025

    Traveled as a couple

    Due to poor planning we spent our time walking the ruins on a hot afternoon amidst crowds of tourist. We were hurried along to keep a precious time table . At least this time the transport was large enough to accommodate us all. Guides were helpful and knowledgeable.

  • K

    Kitty

    Verified booking

    4.2
    June 7, 2025

    Traveled with a group of friends

    We booked with our rep in the hotel. When they picked us up we got told off for wearing flip flops and we were told that there is no mud bath on the tour as it is under reconstruction. We also had to pay extra €60 for our party of 4 for a buggy which was taking us around as I can't walk properly for long after foot injury (which we stressed out to our rep prior this trip. He didn't inform me that I have to walk /climb 4.5 km long hill). The other guide was rushing us constantly.

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