ABOUTH PAMUKKALE & HIERAPOLIS TOURS

Pamukkale : The stunning white calcium pools, which cling to the side of a ridge, have long been one of the most famous Picture postcard views of Turkey. Pamukkale, literally meaning “cotton castle”, is also the site of which there are many interesting ruins, and is a very populer destination for a short visit. Pamukkale was formed when a spring with a high content of dissolved calcium bicarbonate cascaded over the edge of the cliff, which cooled and hardened leaving calcium deposits. This formed into natural pools, shelves and ridges, which tourists could plunge and splash in the warm water.

Hierapolis : The ancient city of Hierapolis, the original site of Pamukkale, was known as Holy City in archaeological literature because of the abundance of temples and other religious structures in the area. Although there is limited information on the founding of the city, it is known that Eumenes II founded it and named it after Pegamum’s mythical founder, Hiera, who was the wife of Telephos. It was an important centre during the Roman and Byzantine periods, and a centre of Christianity since the 4th centruy.

Tour Itinerary

Depart from your hotel in the morning to Pamukkale. On arrival you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with it’s Basilica, theatre and Roman Baths. Lunch is included in the tour as well as transfer back to your hotel.

Tour Includes:

Arrival, departure airport transfers and ground transportation,
* Accommodation.
* Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch D=Dinner)
* Entrance fee to the various sites.
* Transportation in non-smoking mini/midi bus with professional English speaking guide and experienced driver. (Guide in other languages available also on demand)

Not Included: International or domestic flights, drinks, tips to guide, driver and personal expenses and optional tours.

PS. For group requirements other languages are available