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This summer tour takes you to Pamukkale, which means ‘cotton castle' in Turkish – and you'll see why as soon as you set eyes upon its magical landscape. Heading deep into the Anatolian countryside, you'll also visit Hierapolis, Lake Salda, as well as have the chance to see Cleopatra's Pool. Muzaffer, one of our expert guides, says, ‘Legend has it that Cleopatra's pool was the secret to her beauty. I don't know if that's true, but it's an inspiring place for a dip. Collapsed columns and marble remnants dating back to Cleopatra's time are submerged in the thermal waters. They fell here during the 7th century earthquake.'
Leaving Antalya early in the morning, you'll arrive at Lake Salda after a few hours' scenic drive. It's been compared to the Maldives for its long white beaches and multi-toned blue waters. You'll have free time to take some photos of this otherworldly spot. We'll head to Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards, catch a peek of the bright white calcite terraces – they look like icy stalactites dripping from pools of sky-blue water.
At the top of these travertines is Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the Byzantine Gate and marvel at the ruins as you stroll towards the vast bowl-shaped theatre. It's epic. Then, there's the option to relax with a dip in the warm water of Cleopatra's Ancient Pool, where you swim among ancient columns. Dinner in a forest restaurant on the way back is included. What's more, for every sale of this experience, there's a donation to CYDD, a charity that helps in the education of underprivileged children in Turkey.
Based on 16 reviews from verified customers
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4.5/5
Service
4.5/5
Value for money
4.6/5
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M
From United States of America - July 2024Travelled with family
35 - 44 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
The tour was very good organised, long but enjoyable. We had breakfast, lunch, dinner and tkt to cleopatra’s pool included which was a good value for ...
TeriJP
From United Kingdom - October 2023Travelled with family
25 - 34 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Lake Salda is worth the visit, it's lovely. Pammukale is really special and definitely worth seein. We went in Oct when it was still hot (29°C) and no ...
Rachael
From United States of America - August 2023Travelled with family
25 - 34 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
A great excursion overall. The sights of Hierapolis and Pamukkale were absolutely stunning despite the extreme heat. The guide was informative and fri ...
Katherine
From United States of America - July 2023Travelled with family
Great
Overall rated4/5
The trip stated that entrance fees were included. I thought this was all entrance fees. We had to pay to go into cleopatras pool. The trip was expen ...
Carol
From United Kingdom - October 2022Travelled as a couple
45 - 54 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
It was a great day out but the food choices could have been better, not everyone can eat or like's a traditional Turkish breakfast and evening meal, t ...
Catherine
From United Kingdom - September 2022Travelled as a couple
18 - 24 years old
Excellent
Overall rated5/5
Good amount of stops to break up the journey. Stopped at nice toilets and bkfast/lunch/dinner was very tasty. Guide was friendly and informative about ...