Upon our arrival to “Pamukkale Village”, brilliantly white dramatic travertine appear in the distance which is visually quite stunning. Firstly we have our lunch at a local restaurant. Then we visit Hierapolis, an example of an ancient Greco Roman Spa City from the late 2nd Century AD. We have a look at its ruins like the great necropolis (or ancient graveyard) which is the evidence that here was a place where many sick people came in search of a cure, but died anyway. Then we begin our approach to the white calcium ponds filled with heavily mineralized therapeutic warm water flowing from the hot springs around. We take off our shoes and have an interesting walk in these natural pools for a while. We also go to the public Antique (or Cleopatra’s) hot spring pool which is the only one in the world where one can swim on fluted drums of fallen marble columns from the nearby ancient site. The pool is constantly refreshed by an inflow of hot calcium-laden mineral water. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees to the museums and sights mentioned in the itinerary; Lunch at a local restaurant.
Exclusion
Beverage; Personal expenses; Tip to the guide & driver (optional / customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Tour departs at 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 9 hours.
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over of travertine without shoes.
Due to the nature of this tour, it is recommended for guests with walkers or wheelchairs walk only till waterfalls.
Additional Information
Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries because the waterfalls can be slippy.
Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited and bring swimwear for walking in the water (optional).
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over of travertine without shoes.
Due to the nature of this tour, it is recommended for guests with walkers or wheelchairs walk only till waterfalls.
Additional Information
Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries because the waterfalls can be slippy.
Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited and bring swimwear for walking in the water (optional).
Policies
Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait.
The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
2 passenger minimum required to operate tour.
In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Upon our arrival to “Pamukkale Village”, brilliantly white dramatic travertine appear in the distance which is visually quite stunning. Firstly we have our lunch at a local restaurant. Then we visit Hierapolis, an example of an ancient Greco Roman Spa City from the late 2nd Century AD. We have a look at its ruins like the great necropolis (or ancient graveyard) which is the evidence that here was a place where many sick people came in search of a cure, but died anyway. Then we begin our approach to the white calcium ponds filled with heavily mineralized therapeutic warm water flowing from the hot springs around. We take off our shoes and have an interesting walk in these natural pools for a while. We also go to the public Antique (or Cleopatra’s) hot spring pool which is the only one in the world where one can swim on fluted drums of fallen marble columns from the nearby ancient site. The pool is constantly refreshed by an inflow of hot calcium-laden mineral water. After the tour transfer back to the hotel.
Inclusion
Pickup from and drop off to in-city hotels; Licensed local tour guide; Guiding language: English, Spanish, Portuguese; Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Admission fees to the museums and sights mentioned in the itinerary; Lunch at a local restaurant.
Exclusion
Beverage; Personal expenses; Tip to the guide & driver (optional / customary).
Hours of operation
Available: Daily; Tour departs at 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 9 hours.
Location Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions
Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over of travertine without shoes. Due to the nature of this tour, it is recommended for guests with walkers or wheelchairs walk only till waterfalls.
Additional Information Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries because the waterfalls can be slippy. Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited and bring swimwear for walking in the water (optional).
Location
Tour departs from centrally located hotels.
Participant restrictions Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over of travertine without shoes. Due to the nature of this tour, it is recommended for guests with walkers or wheelchairs walk only till waterfalls.
Additional Information Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries because the waterfalls can be slippy. Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited and bring swimwear for walking in the water (optional).
Policies Be ready at your departure point 15 minutes prior. Drivers may be instructed not to wait. The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. 2 passenger minimum required to operate tour. In the rare event of lack of availability due to special events, an alternative day or a service may be advised. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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