A visit to the UNESCO protected Pamukkale and the nearby Roman ruins of the spa city of Hierapolis are a must whilst in Turkey. The combination of nature at its most beautiful and an area steeped in history are a sight not to be missed. The name Pamukkale translates to “Cotton palace” and magnificently describes the calcite-laden waterfalls and terraced basins of the area. The nearby thermal spa city of Hierapolis was established at the end of the 2nd Century B.C and thrived throughout the Greco-Roman and Byzantine periods, the ruins of which are visible and can be visited. Located in the Denizli province the journey time to Pamukkale is approximately 4 hours by coach from Marmaris. The tour is child-friendly yet may not be suitable for very young children due to the historical elements of the day.
Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)
Pamukkale sits on a cliffside almost 200 meters high and overlooks the plains of Cürüksu in South-West Turkey. Calcite-laden thermal springs originating from the cliff have created a series of waterfalls and dazzling white terraced basins. The terraces have formed a semi-circular step-like formation, ranging from less than 1 meter in height to over 6 meters, and contain pools filled with warm 35°C water. The natural setting and therapeutic nature of the water provides the setting which attracted the original construction of the nearby Roman city of Hierapolis.
Hierapolis
Hierapolis flourished and remains of the once vibrant city can be seen including the baths, temple ruins, a monumental arch, a nymphaeum, a cathedral, several churches, a necropolis, and a theatre. Excavation work continues and the site is managed to ensure it is preserved despite the thousands of visiting tourists from around the world each year that come to view the historical and natural wonders of the area. The tour includes a visit to Pamukkale and the opportunity to bathe in the thermal springs (local charge applies) and a tour of the city of Hierapolis. Transport and breakfast and lunch are included. An official guide will also accompany the group for the duration of the tour.
DO NOT FORGET TO BRING:
Sunglasses – Camera – Sun cream – Swimwear / change of clothes – Towel – Comfortable shoes – Entertainment for the coach e.g. Tablet computer, book. If you want to have more information about Pamukkale, please check out the link below.
38 Comments
tori
HI there, we will be flying in to Dalaman Airport and possibly staying arouth Fethiye area on the 18th and 19th of august, we start our sail turkey on the 20th so we need to get to Pamukkale on the 19th which is a Friday but I have noticed that the departures don’t run on a Friday, is that correct? is there another place we can leave from? and where would that be?
thank you!
Asim
Do u have a trip to combine EPHESUS AND PAMUKKALE. I want to do this trip in June 2014 with my family (3 person) and if yes, then what is the price. thanks
Pamukkale
Please check this link
http://www.easymarmaris.com/Tour/ephesus
Bob
Absolutely amazing! Travertines on white and light blue water are like a miracle come true! Plus histori and archeology of Hierapolis!
Don’t miss it ! Highly recommend you!
Fiona Grant
How much extra do you have 2 pay 2 get into the big pool
Marmaris Turkey
Admission for a swim in Antic pool is TL32 per adult (13+ years), TL12 for a child 0 to 12 years of age. A locker to store your belongings costs TL5. Towels are NOT provided as part of the admission fee.
Guest
where we must reserve
Pamukkale
http://www.easymarmaris.com/Tour/pamukkale-cotton-castle
Nathalie Pircak
where we must reserve ?
Pamukkale
Please check this link
http://www.easymarmaris.com/Tour/pamukkale-cotton-castle
joan
Idid Ephesus and Pamukkale tour together when we stayed in Bodrum, so only had one trip up and down. both places are fantastic dont go to turkey without visiting both, we did stop at a leather shop on the way and place where they di marble work but u dont have to buy if u dont want to. overnight stay in ephesus was great good night in the pub well was more like someones front garden but great people .A real Turkish experience .I,m off to Icmeler at the end of the month looking forward to more great trips.
Mélodie Safieddine
I’m coming in september with my mum and i’d love to take her there to visit. But i’d like to make sure, it’s 5hours to go and 5 to come back? or it’s like 2h30 to go and same to come back?
Marmaris Turkey
It is about 6 Hours Total Drive time. But bus stops almost every Hour for activities and food etc.It is also great country side drive with a comfortable big BUS. Here is the link to show distance.
Link To Google Map
Mélodie Safieddine
I’m coming in september with my mum and i’d love to take her there to visit. But i’d like to make sure, it’s 5hours to go and 5 to come back? or it’s like 2h30 to go and same to come back?
Marmaris Turkey
It is about 6 Hours Total Drive time. But bus stops almost every Hour for activities and food etc.It is also great country side drive with a comfortable big BUS. Here is the link to show distance.
Link To Google Map
Wave
A big con once you get there u have to pay again to get in the spa expensive a big con waist oo a day
Marmaris Turkey
Unfortunately that is correct. To be able to keep cost down and provide same affordable service Big pool excluded from included things from the list. Anybody interested can pay and go to this pool if they want to. Travertens already has lost of location to play with water.
Freddie
how much to get in the ‘big pool’?
Wave
A big con once you get there u have to pay again to get in the spa expensive a big con waist oo a day
Marmaris Turkey
Unfortunate that is correct. To be able to keep cost down and provide same affordable service Big pool excluded from included things from the list. Anybody interested can pay and go to this pool if they want to. Travertens already has lost of location to play with water.
Beatrice
We are off to Marmaris in two weeks and we want to do two or three of the outings…but the one to Pamukkale is a 5 Hour bus jounrey? Is that one way travel time?
Pamukkale
If you go strait it is about 3 hrs.Because we stop 3 times on the way to there it takes about 5 hrs. These stops are fun stops and each is about 40 min.You also see real Turkey Country side of Turkey on this Journey.
Beatrice
We are off to Marmaris in two weeks and we want to do two or three of the outings…but the one to Pamukkale is a 5 Hour bus jounrey? Is that one way travel time?
Pamukkale
If you go strait it is about 3 hrs.Because we stop 3 times on the way to there it takes about 5 hrs. These stops are fun stops and each is about 40 min.You also see real Turkey Country side of Turkey on this Journey.
Starbrite87
can i buy the trips online before i go. direct with the company
Marmaris Turkey
Yes
Please use http://www.easymarmaris.com/Pamukkale___Cotton_Castle_11.php
Starbrite87
can i buy the trips online before i go. direct with the company
Marmaris Turkey
Yes
Please use http://www.easymarmaris.com/Pamukkale___Cotton_Castle_11.php
Masumasultanas
does anyone know if Pamukkale is a seasonal place, im going to Marmeries in April, would we be able to visit it?
Liz_butler_slater
if you try book up online it will tell you dates in april available but you do not have to buy now but at least you know and will not be depoisted when your in marmaris thats what i be doing as i am going end of april may have lovely time and also go to castle in marmaris its lovely horse riding well worth money and fun same time half day for about 15.00 per adult
Masumasultanas
does anyone know if Pamukkale is a seasonal place, im going to Marmeries in April, would we be able to visit it?
Liz_butler_slater
if you try book up online it will tell you dates in april available but you do not have to buy now but at least you know and will not be depoisted when your in marmaris thats what i be doing as i am going end of april may have lovely time and also go to castle in marmaris its lovely horse riding well worth money and fun same time half day for about 15.00 per adult
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Very good service
Anonymous
Very good service
Dianna Lao
is it better to go on an Ephesus Tour and Pamukkale Tour from Kusadasi? do anyone know what is the cost to go on these tour in Kusadasi?
Emilija
25euros per person to Pamukkale from Kusadasi. I think 30euros to Ephesus.
Dianna Lao
is it better to go on an Ephesus Tour and Pamukkale Tour from Kusadasi? do anyone know what is the cost to go on these tour in Kusadasi?
Emilija
25euros per person to Pamukkale from Kusadasi. I think 30euros to Ephesus.