Get away from the crowds and visit one of Turkey’s most notable sites. Antalya Pamukkale Day Trip is one of the best day-tours offered to those who seek some extra sightseeing and for those who wish to visit a different city. Visit the infamous Cotton Castle and an ancient city, enjoy stunning views and shop interesting local souvenirs with this fascinating, yet informative excursion.
The tour starts early in the morning, when a fully air-conditioned and comfortable bus will pick you up from your hotel. A professional tour guide will welcome you as the road trip starts. In order to make the road trip more comfortable, several stops will take place in picturesque locations. The first of these stops, will take place at Korkuteli where breakfast will be available for those who need some energy. From there, you may also purchase some snacks to eat during your day.
Another interesting stop will take place at a city called Denizli. This city is the closest one to Pamukkale and from there you can enjoy panoramic views over the impressive Cotton Castle. At Denizli you can also enjoy an open buffet lunch break, at an extra cost.
Energized and relaxed you will then proceed with an exploration of Hierapolis ancient city. The tour guide will let you know interesting information about the history and the importance of this ancient city. During your time there, you can walk around and observe the ancient theatre, the Roman baths, the city walls and the necropolis. The city was characterised as a spiritual and healing centre during antiquity due to the existence of thermal springs which were offering therapeutic benefits.
After that, you will walk towards the infamous Cotton Castle. This limestone white-washed mountain is an impressive natural wonder. The mountain has naturally-shaped terraces in which there are thermal springs. Take the opportunity to enjoy the therapeutic benefits and swim into the hot waters of the pools or to snap some breath-taking photos.
It must be noted that, both, Cotton Castle and Hierapolis ancient city as listed as UNESCO sites of cultural heritage. In a short distance from the Cotton Castle, there is another famous thermal springs, known as the Cleopatra’s Pool. Participants of this excursion can swim there at an extra cost.
After spending some time there, the bus will continue on its way back to Denizli for another 2 interesting stops. You will visit a handicraft carpet centre and wine production centre. There you will receive interesting information about these products and purchase nice souvenirs.
Then, a dinner will be offered at a local restaurant in Denizli. Take the chance to relax before the road trip back to Antalya. On the way back, a short stop will take place in the city of Alanya. Return back to your hotel is scheduled during the night.
Antalya Hotels – 06:00 / 06:30
Please remember that this tour has 2 Shopping Stops. Antalya Pamukkale Express Tour (No Shopping) will be another option for you.
Explore the infamous Pamukkale and visit some of the area’s most known places of interest with an exceptional day trip there. Antalya Pamukkale Day Trip promises to offer unique images and feelings by visiting this UNESCO site of cultural heritage. The tour includes also several other stops in picturesque and beautiful cities. Get away from the crowds and set yourself free to enjoy this unique sightseeing opportunity.
Pick Up: Pick up from your hotel is scheduled early in the morning. You will be travelling with a fully air conditioned bus accompanied by a professional tour guide.
Korkuteli: In order to make the road trip to Pamukkale more comfortable and enjoyable, several short stops are included in the schedule. The first of these stops will take place at the city of Korkuteli. Those who wish can enjoy a nutritious breakfast in a cafeteria. From there, you may also purchase some snacks for the rest of the road trip.
Denizli: Another stop will take place at the city of Denizli. As this is the closest city to Pamukkale, you will be able to enjoy some panoramic views over the imposing Cotton Castle. At Denizli, those who wish can enjoy an open buffet lunch, at an extra cost.
Hierapolis: Then, you will visit the ancient city of Hierapolis which is characterized as an UNESCO site of cultural heritage. During antiquity, Hierapolis was a healing and spiritual centre due to the thermal springs that the area has. There, you can walk around and observe several structures such as the ancient theatre, the necropolis and the Roman baths.
Cotton Castle: The next stop of your excursion will be at the infamous Cotton Castle. This white-washed mountain will take you breath away due to its imposing size and its natural beauty. The mountain has naturally-shaped pools with water from the nearby hot springs. There, you can snap some beautiful photos or swim into the mountain’s pools.
Cleopatra’s Pool: At a short distance, there is another excellent thermal spring, known as Cleopatra’s Pool. Those who are interested to swim there can do it at an extra cost.
Shopping Stops: When the sightseeing tour is over, the bus will stop for a last time in Denizli. You will have the opportunity to visit a wine production facility and a handcrafted carpet workshop. There, you can purchase some nice souvenirs to take back home.
Dinner: Dinner will be served at a local restaurant in Denizli. After the dinner, the bus will start on its way back to Antalya, with a short stop in Alanya.
Return: Return to your hotel is expected late in the night. By that time, you will be full of great memories and positive feelings.
