Pamukkale TourPamukkale, literally meaning “cotton castle”, is also the site of the ancient city of Hieropolis of which there are many interesting ruins, and is a very popular destination for a short visit.
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From Where?
- Kusadasi Hotels
- Selcuk (Sirince) Hotels
- Izmir Hotels
- Izmir Airport
At What time & How long?
- Izmir 07.00 - 19.00
- Selcuk 08.00 - 17.30
- Kusadasi 08.30 - 18.00
Ancient City of Hieropolis:
Admission: Admission is self-paid as 25TL (9€ / 12$) /person over the age of 11 [For the age 11 and below an ID with birth date is required] Can be paid by by VISA / Master or by cash only with Turkish Lira. Activity Level: Moderate - brisk walks on varying terrain, requires some shoes with good grip. What to Expect! Nearly 1 mile walk through the Ancient Graveyard (Necropolis) of Hieropolis and the Theatre are the highlights of Hieropolis Ancient City. This activity has 1 hour duration. Please Click Here For more information about Pamukkale and Hieropolis and read our Blog Post about Pamukkale. |
Indoor Archaeology Museum:
Admission is Self-paid as 5TL (2€ or 3$) /person over the age of 11 [For the age 11 and below an ID with birthdate is required] Can only be paid by cash in Turkish Lira. The Archaeological Finds such as Ancient Tombs, Sarcophagi, Reliefs carved in marble blocks depicting Famous Mythological Scenes etc. are exhibited at this Museum. This activity has a duration of 30mins. /Entrance is optional |
Pamukkale Calcium Deposit Travertines:
One Single admission also covers the Travertine Terraces.
Calcium deposit Pamukkale Travertine Terraces are available for visitors to walk in the geothermal spring water only at a certain path.
10mins. of Explanation and 30min. of Free time
Activity Level:
Moderate - slow and careful walk on barefoot on a slippery limestone surface with algae.
No shoes or slippers allowed.
Requires shorts
One Single admission also covers the Travertine Terraces.
Calcium deposit Pamukkale Travertine Terraces are available for visitors to walk in the geothermal spring water only at a certain path.
10mins. of Explanation and 30min. of Free time
Activity Level:
Moderate - slow and careful walk on barefoot on a slippery limestone surface with algae.
No shoes or slippers allowed.
Requires shorts
Antique Pool with Geothermal Spring:
Entrance to the Antique Pool for pictures only is free of charge.
Entrance for Pictures is optional
10 mins. Free time for pictures
Swimming in the Antique Geothermal Pool is allowed which is also surrounded by ancient marble columns and ruins.
Swimming in the antique pool is optional and comes with a fee that is Self-paid as 32TL/person (12€ or 15$) Cash only with Turkish Lira.
Entrance to the Antique Pool for pictures only is free of charge.
Entrance for Pictures is optional
10 mins. Free time for pictures
Swimming in the Antique Geothermal Pool is allowed which is also surrounded by ancient marble columns and ruins.
Swimming in the antique pool is optional and comes with a fee that is Self-paid as 32TL/person (12€ or 15$) Cash only with Turkish Lira.
FAQ
Q:How much time do we spend at the Ancient City of Hieropolis?
A:The time that we spend at Hieropolis, depends on weather conditions, and the travelers' interest as well.
Normally optimum time to spend at Hieropolis is around 1hour
Q:How much time do we spend at the Travertine Pools?
A:The travelers will have around 30 mins. of Free time at the Travertine Terraces.
Q:Can we swim in the Travertine Pools?
A: Travelers are allowed to enter the travertine pools from a certain path. Along the path there are some 20inches deep pools where they can soak themselves in the geothermal spring water.
Q: Does Pamukkale Travertine terraces always look like in the pictures with Water ?
A: Pamukkale might not always look like in the pictures with water. Because of its natural form, the terraces should be left to dry around 2 to 3 days after being irrigated by geothermal water.
Q: Do we have the guide & the vehicle private for only ourselves?
A: Yes, this is a private tour and the guide & vehicle will be only for yourselves.
Q: Does the tour guide accompany us at the sites?
A: The tour guide will be with you at all times and explain the history of the sites that you visit.
Q: On Your Private Pamukkale Tours, do you take us for shopping?
A: On our private tours, shopping stops are on demand.
Q: What currency shall we bring with us for shopping in Turkey?
A: Euros and USD and Credit Cards are accepted at all shops.
Q:How much time do we spend at the Ancient City of Hieropolis?
A:The time that we spend at Hieropolis, depends on weather conditions, and the travelers' interest as well.
Normally optimum time to spend at Hieropolis is around 1hour
Q:How much time do we spend at the Travertine Pools?
A:The travelers will have around 30 mins. of Free time at the Travertine Terraces.
Q:Can we swim in the Travertine Pools?
A: Travelers are allowed to enter the travertine pools from a certain path. Along the path there are some 20inches deep pools where they can soak themselves in the geothermal spring water.
Q: Does Pamukkale Travertine terraces always look like in the pictures with Water ?
A: Pamukkale might not always look like in the pictures with water. Because of its natural form, the terraces should be left to dry around 2 to 3 days after being irrigated by geothermal water.
Q: Do we have the guide & the vehicle private for only ourselves?
A: Yes, this is a private tour and the guide & vehicle will be only for yourselves.
Q: Does the tour guide accompany us at the sites?
A: The tour guide will be with you at all times and explain the history of the sites that you visit.
Q: On Your Private Pamukkale Tours, do you take us for shopping?
A: On our private tours, shopping stops are on demand.
Q: What currency shall we bring with us for shopping in Turkey?
A: Euros and USD and Credit Cards are accepted at all shops.