Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Summary
Begin your Pamukkale and Hierapolis adventure with a morning pickup from your central Izmir hotel. With your guide, cruise to the mesmerizing natural wonder of Pamukkale. Capture stunning views of water trickling over white petrified limestone tubs. In this fairytale atmosphere, learn from your guide how calcium-rich thermal water continues to cascade down the hillside leaving precipitates in the form of cataracts, stalactites, and basins.
Listen as your guide explains how Romans use to plunge into these waters to enrich their bodies with its therapeutic powers. Continue to Hierapolis, the ancient Roman city perched on a plateau formed over centuries by sedimentary limestone rock. Learn about the huge temples that resided here and how Stephanus of Byzantium helped form the city’s real name which translates to "sacred city."
Next, enjoy the ancient grandeur of the Apollo Temple, the Theatre and the 4th-century basilica - Nymphaeum. Then, finish your tour with a relaxing ride back to your Izmir hotel.
Tour info
Duration
9 hours
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Why take this tour?
Succumb to the spectacular sight of Pamukkale - a unique natural wonder with dazzling white petrified lime cascades. At the ancient city of Hierapolis explore its Theater, a 2nd century AD building in Roman style. You'll also see the exceptional Necropolis, the largest ancient cemetery in Anatolia.
What’s included?
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Hotel pickup and drop off -
Lunch -
Local guide -
Air-conditioned vehicle -
Entry/Admission - Hierapolis & Pamukkale -
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Food and drinks, unless specified
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 9h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Ephesus was once a bustling metropolis, four times the size of the Parthenon and one of the largest seaports of the ancient world. The archaeological park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is now one of Turkey’s top attractions. Get an in-depth look at the mesmerizing ruins on this comprehensive tour, which also includes a stop at the nearby House of the Virgin Mary.
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