From Antalya to Pamukkale - the Snow-White Fortress of Turkey
About this experience
Pamukkale is a real natural phenomenon! You will head here in the first half of the day when it's not too hot yet; you will learn about the formation of the calcium terraces and have a photo session in these decorations. You will stroll through the ancient city and understand what its ruins once represented. And you will also relax in Cleopatra's pool with rejuvenating water.
What to expect
Comfortable journey. Early in the morning, we gather all travelers from the hotels and then head into the mountains. Along the way, the guide will tell you about the purpose of our journey. And of course, we have taken care of your comfort: the program includes breakfast and lunch, as well as technical stops.
Pamukkale. You will walk among the picturesque pools shining in the sun and take wonderful photos.
Hierapolis. You will be impressed by the ancient ruins, stories of pagan temples and Christian martyrdom. And we will also visit the Roman theater, striking in size and acoustics, see the largest necropolis in Asia Minor, latrines, and other attractions.
Cleopatra's Pool. They say bathing here rejuvenates you for 10 years - even if it's a beautiful fairy tale, the water here is truly healing and even carbonated, like champagne.
Program
04:30-05:30 Group transfer from the accommodation in the Alanya region. The distance from the center of Alanya to Pamukkale is 250 km, and the one-way journey takes about 4 hours.
- Stop in the mountains for breakfast
- Visit to Pamukkale: the ancient city of Hierapolis, the snow-white terraces, Cleopatra's pool. Some of the sites you will visit with a guide, and then you will have time for a self-guided walk. The total visiting time is about 3 hours.
- Lunch stop at a restaurant (buffet)
- Visit to the winery and tasting of fruit wines of the region
18:00-19:00 Return to the accommodation in the Antalya region (the return time depends on road conditions)
Organizational Details
One of our professional Russian-speaking local guide-historians from our team will conduct the tour for you.
How the tour goes
- On a comfortable bus in a group of up to 17, 30, 40, or 54 people (group size depends on the season and reservations the day before the tour)
- During the tour, you will have the opportunity to purchase wine and sweets, as well as souvenirs made of local stone, jewelry, and jewelry made by local craftsmen
- Take your passport (copy of the passport or photo on your phone). Especially if you have children aged 7-8 years: to have free entry for them, you need to present a document
- In Pamukkale, we will be there in the first half of the day - at a comfortable time without scorching heat
- Children under 3 years old are not provided with a separate seat on the bus (only if there are available seats). Children sit on the lap of adults. If you want your child under 3 years old to have a guaranteed separate seat, then when booking, you need to purchase a separate ticket for them.
What is included in the price
- Transfer there and back
- Lunch (buffet or set menu depending on the season, drinks not included)
- Tasting of fruit wines in the wine cellar
- Travel insurance for the duration of the tour
Additional charges
- Breakfast (buffet/Turkish breakfast, tea)
- Drinks
- Entrance ticket to Pamukkale, the ancient city of Hierapolis, and the white travertines (for travelers over 9 years old): 30€
- Entrance ticket to the Ancient Cleopatra's Pool (optional)
for travelers over 12 years old: 12€
for travelers 6-11 years old: 6€
for travelers up to 5 years old accompanied by parents: free
- Shuttle ride throughout the Pamukkale area - 12€
