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Full Day Pamukkale Tour

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Duration

10 Hours

Tour Type

Pamukkale

Group Size

27 persons

Location

Pamukkale

Overview

09:00 AM: Departure

Begin your day with a meeting at the tour’s starting point in Pamukkale or at your hotel. Your guide will provide an introduction to the day’s itinerary and some historical context about the area.

 

09:30 AM: Red Waters Hot Springs

Start your tour by visiting the Karahayıt Red Waters Hot Springs. Known for its mineral-rich red thermal waters, this natural wonder offers unique photo opportunities and insight into the geothermal activity of the region.

 

10:15 AM: Hierapolis Antique City

Enter the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hierapolis, an ancient Greco-Roman city founded in the 2nd century BC. Begin exploring its marvels:

•Necropolis: Wander through one of the largest and best-preserved ancient cemeteries in Turkey, with sarcophagi and tombs that showcase Roman and early Christian burial practices.

•Roman Baths: Learn about the significance of these ancient communal baths, now converted into the site museum (optional entry).

•Domitian Gate and Latrina: Pass through the monumental Domitian Gate and view the public latrines, a fascinating glimpse into ancient urban infrastructure.

 

11:30 AM: Oil Factory and Frontinus Street

Explore remnants of an ancient olive oil factory before strolling along Frontinus Street, the main thoroughfare of Hierapolis. Admire the colonnaded avenue and ancient shops.

 

12:15 PM: Agora and Byzantium Gate

Visit the Agora, the city’s ancient marketplace, and pass through the Byzantium Gate, which marked the transition into the inner sanctum of Hierapolis during late antiquity.

 

01:00 PM: Lunch Break

Pause for lunch at a local restaurant offering Turkish cuisine. Relish the flavors of the region while enjoying views of the surrounding landscape.

 

02:00 PM: Exploring Religious and Cultural Landmarks

•Triton Fountain: Visit this fountain, which once displayed water as a symbol of life and prosperity.

•Cathedral: Discover the ruins of the early Christian cathedral, reflecting the city’s transformation into a Byzantine religious center.

•Temple of Apollo and Plutonium: Marvel at the sacred Temple of Apollo, dedicated to the god of oracles. Explore the Plutonium, a mysterious cave believed to be the entrance to the underworld in ancient mythology.

 

03:30 PM: Hierapolis Theater

Climb to the grand theater, one of the best-preserved ancient theaters in Turkey. Enjoy panoramic views of the ancient city and surrounding area while your guide explains its historical significance.

 

04:15 PM: Antique Pool (Cleopatra’s Pool)

Relax with an optional dip in the Antique Pool, a warm thermal pool surrounded by sunken columns and ruins, believed to have been a gift to Cleopatra.

 

05:00 PM: Pamukkale White Terraces

Conclude your tour at the famous travertine terraces of Pamukkale. Walk barefoot along the warm, cascading terraces filled with mineral-rich waters, taking in the breathtaking views of this natural wonder.

 

06:00 PM: End of Tour

Wrap up the day and return to your starting point, carrying memories of Pamukkale’s unique blend of history and natural beauty.

 

Optional Add-On: Some tours may include sunset viewing over the white terraces if time allows. Let your guide know if you’d like to extend your visit!

Included/Excluded

Professional Licensed English Guide
Pick up & Drop off
Lunch
Soft Drinks
Personal Expenses
Entry Fees of Cleopatra Pool

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