Pamukkale Day Tours Day Tour · 11h

Pamukkale and Hierapolis: Full Day from Kuşadası

Pamukkale 07:30 – 18:30 Cultural Max 16 people
Price on request Free, no-obligation quote
Private vehicle
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Pickup from your hotel in Kuşadası (or from the port or airport, by arrangement)

About This Tour

A long day, and well worth it: three hours' drive inland to see the “cotton castle”, the white terraces of calcium carbonate that the thermal water has been depositing for millennia.

We enter Hierapolis by the north gate, the city founded by the kings of Pergamon beside the waters: the necropolis, one of the largest in Anatolia with more than 1,200 tombs, the Roman baths, the Gate of Domitian, Frontinus Street, the agora and the Byzantine gate. Then there is free time at the Antique Pool — known as Cleopatra's Pool, with fallen Roman columns lying in the warm water — and we walk barefoot down the terraces, with the water at around 35 degrees.

Hour-by-Hour Itinerary

07:30

Pickup from your hotel

An early start from Kuşadası; a three-hour drive with a stop halfway.

180 min
11:00

Buffet lunch

Lunch as soon as we arrive in Pamukkale, included in the price.

60 min
12:00

Hierapolis, the ancient city

Entry by the north gate: a necropolis with more than 1,200 tombs, Roman baths, the Gate of Domitian, Frontinus Street, the agora and the Byzantine gate.

Read more about Hierapolis, the ancient city 90 min
13:45

The Antique Pool (Cleopatra's Pool)

Free time by the thermal pool with its submerged Roman columns. Swimming is paid separately.

Read more about The Antique Pool (Cleopatra's Pool) 45 min
14:45

The white terraces of Pamukkale

A barefoot walk down the travertines, with the water at around 35 degrees, and the best views of the whole site.

Read more about The white terraces of Pamukkale 60 min
15:45

Return to Kuşadası

Back to your hotel, with a rest stop halfway.

180 min

Included

  • Licensed guide throughout the tour
  • All entrance tickets to the sites in the programme
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver
  • Buffet lunch
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel

Not Included

  • Drinks with lunch
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Entrance tickets to sites not listed in the programme
  • Swimming in the Antique Pool, known as Cleopatra's Pool (separate ticket)

Important Information

Daily departures all year round, with pickup from your hotel at the time given.
Shared group with other travellers; the guide speaks English throughout the day.
The order of the visits may change depending on traffic and crowds, without dropping any stop.

Interested in This Tour?

Message me and I'll confirm availability within an hour. I can also adapt it to suit you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Pamukkale and Hierapolis: Full Day from Kuşadası” include?

It includes: Licensed guide throughout the tour; All entrance tickets to the sites in the programme; Air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver; Buffet lunch; Pickup and drop-off at your hotel. Not included: Drinks with lunch; Tips and personal expenses; Entrance tickets to sites not listed in the programme; Swimming in the Antique Pool, known as Cleopatra's Pool (separate ticket).

What time does it start and how long does it last?

The tour starts at 07:30 and lasts about 11 hours. Meeting point: Pickup from your hotel in Kuşadası (or from the port or airport, by arrangement).

Is it a private or a shared tour?

This is a small-group tour shared with other English-speaking travellers (maximum 16 people); the guide speaks English throughout the day. If you would prefer a private version, mention it when you request a quote.

Can I book for tomorrow?

Yes, subject to availability. We recommend booking at least 24–48 hours in advance to secure your date, but we can often arrange last-minute tours.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour. The price is confirmed in a free, no-obligation quote before you book.

Is it suitable for children?

Of course. The guide adapts the pace and explanations for families. Young children get free or reduced entry at many sites in Türkiye; the age limit varies from one site to another.

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