You will be picked up from your Istanbul hotel early in the morning and transferred to the airport to catch your flight. The flight lasts roughly one hour. When you arrive, you will be welcomed by your guide and car and driven for approximately an hour to visit Pamukkale.

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Pamukkale, which translates as “cotton castle” in Turkish, is a natural feature in Denizli province in southern Turkey. The city has hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by flowing water. Because of its Pamukkale travertines, housing facilities, thermal spas, and natural and historical assets, the region is now one of the leading tourist attractions.

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You will begin your journey by exploring the ancient city of Hierapolis. This UNESCO World Heritage site differs from all other old towns in that it is built on solid limestone strata produced by limestone water that flowed for millennia over this elevated-level plateau. The term “Hierapolis” means “sacred city,” given to the city because of its many temples. Today’s most notable attractions in Hierapolis are the theatre, the Apollo temple, and the Necropolis.

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During the trip, you will view the Necropolis (Cemetery) of Hierapolis, one of Anatolia’s most significant ancient cemeteries—the Roman Bath, Domitian Gate, and the Main Street, Byzantium Gate. Then you’ll stroll to the natural warm water terraces produced by flowing warm water containing calcium. The water is roughly 35 degrees Celsius. Finally, you will get to visit the glittering white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, which are situated near the remains of Hierapolis

 

The unusual phenomenon occurs as water from the not springs loses carbon dioxide as it runs down the hillsides, creating layers of limestone. Pamukkale (cotton castle) was named after the layers of white calcium carbonate that piled up in stages on the plateau. You will get free time to swim in the old Cleopatra’s Pool (OPTIONAL). After the excursion, you will be returned to your accommodation in Kuşadas / Selcuk.