HOT SPRINGS · HOT SPRING DAY TRIPS IN ANTALYA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 hot spring day trips in Antalya worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
You leave Antalya, Kemer, Belek, or Beldibi before sunrise for Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Expect a long bus ride, breakfast stops, a stone workshop, guided explanations, three hours of free time, and an open buffet lunch. Guides such as Ibrahim, Apo, Inci, and Gözde are known for warm, lively service.
“Very good experience with the best Turkish guide John Wick ;)”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale in a small group of up to 15, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, lunch, the white travertine terraces, Hierapolis, its theater and museum, and time for the Cleopatra Pool at extra cost.
“The tour is good. But the tour operator send someone else for the tour. The bus was old, with uncomfortable seats. Air condition was given after passengers requested. Then was turned off. The tour guide was minimal with information. The location is great though. I would go with the other excursion available on Viator”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale by air-conditioned coach, with an optional hot-air balloon flight, buffet meals, Hierapolis, Cotton Castle, and Cleopatra’s Pool. Guides such as Ismael, Said, Othman, and Ali have earned warm praise, but the day can run 14 to 17 hours and extra entrance fees apply.
“The expérience was amazing with a great guide (Ismael). I recommend to anyone. The driver was so nice too !”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale by air-conditioned bus, with breakfast, lunch, a guide, and three hours to explore the Cotton Castle, Hierapolis, Necropolis, and optional Cleopatra’s Pool. Expect an early start, a large group, extra entrance fees, and a very long day.
“The tour itself was good. It is very historical and fascinating. Nothing much to do in the Lake Salda. It is just a lake and we are only there for few minutes. The breakfast and lunch were okay. They are free but you need to pay for the drinks (so it is like a hidden payment) . The transportation was a bit late. I was disappointed when the tour guide, Kadir promised us that he booked a taxi for us because my husband had a diabeties so we need to be drop off first, but he left the bus and he did not mentioned it and there was no taxi…”
Leave Antalya early in a small group and ride an air-conditioned vehicle to Pamukkale. Guide Smile and driver Michael are named in tour feedback, though staff may vary. Walk the white travertines, see Hierapolis, eat lunch, and swim in thermal water. Cleopatra Pool costs extra.
“Overall this tour is really good. Seeing Pamukkale and swimming in thermal pools was such a fun experience. Beautiful scenery to look at on the way to and from the location! A few things that were not ideal would be the pick up experience. All our tickets said 7am and even if I clicked on ‘view pick up location and time’ it would still show 7am, however the driver was here at 6:20, which was the actual pick up time. Both us and another family did not know that and we had to rush out to the lobby from bed. Pick up times should be communicated clearly to people. Another…”
Leave Antalya or Belek before dawn for Pamukkale, with breakfast, Salda Lake, lunch, guide service, and hotel transfers included. You get about three hours to walk the white travertines, explore Hierapolis, and choose optional Cleopatra’s Pool. Confirm your pickup area and entrance fees before booking.
“Mauvaise organisation du début à la fin !!! Mauvais horaire donné à des voyageurs le matin donc couac lors du ramassage ! Un micmac a été réalisé sur le bord de la route le soir avec des changements de navette, apparemment l’idée était de regrouper les personnes d’un même hôtel dans chaque navette…sauf que l’organisation est tellement mauvaise qu’ils ont oublié des voyageurs dans la navette le soir !!! Des tours et détours , un véritable sketch ! Il faut vraiment le voir pour le croire ,un niveau de ridicule au summum ! La guide a abandonnée le groupe avant la fin de la dépose des personnes du groupe sans…”
Leave Antalya at 4:30 am for Pamukkale, Hierapolis, and the thermal pools. You’ll get hotel transfers, a guide, lunch, and about three hours to explore. Check the booking option carefully: Pamukkale entry may cost extra, and Cleopatra’s Pool is an additional €12.
“It was all in all great. The tour provided us with mainly transport and 3 meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner. We did the exploring ourselves, but they did provide us with some background information about the place. All in all, it was worth it for the price that we paid.”
Leave Antalya at 1:30 am for Pamukkale with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, lunch, and a sunrise balloon flight when selected. See the Cotton Castle, Cleopatra’s Pool, and Hierapolis, then return by bus the same day. Confirm balloon and entry details before booking.
“Apo looked after us very well. He was very friendly, fun and informative. He was also amazing when I became ill on the journey.”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale and explore the white travertine terraces, Hierapolis ruins, Roman theatre, necropolis, museum, and optional Cleopatra Pool swim. Hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides may include Osman, with Ozan handling arrangements.
“Really friendly, helped my group and I for multiple trips and activities around Antalya. Next time I’m here I’ll definitely pop in and pay him a visit again.”
Leave Antalya at 7:00 am for Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis in an air-conditioned vehicle. Lunch, hotel transfers, and a guide are included, while site admission and Cleopatra’s Pool cost extra. Expect a long day, about 12 hours, with roughly four hours at the main site.
“We went to Pamukkale and quad-rafting and zipline package with them and it was a great tour. we had a lot of fun. coming on time with a comfortable and clean car behind amazing staff makes it more enjoyable I really recommend you this agency.”
Travel from Antalya or Side to Pamukkale by air-conditioned coach, with a Korkuteli breakfast stop, Denizli comfort break, guided orientation, and free time for the white terraces, Hierapolis, and Necropolis. Guides such as Apo and John Wick are noted for clear, friendly explanations.
“An Unforgettable Day rich of stunning and breathtaking site seeings in Pamukkale with the fantastic guide, “John wick”! My husband and I just returned from the Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour, and we are still amazed by the stunning and breathtaking travertine terraces and ancient theater! Pamukkale is incredibly unique and extremely beautiful! The true highlight of our day was our tour guide who goes by the nickname “John wick”. From the moment we met him, his professional and organized approach was clear. His explanations were to-the-point, very informative and knowledgeable. He was also considerate and patient, making sure everyone in the group was taken care of and comfortable. Highly reco...”
Travel privately from central Antalya to Pamukkale and Hierapolis for a full 12-hour day. Walk among white mineral terraces, Roman baths, the Apollo Temple, Agora, amphitheater, and necropolis. Lunch is included, Indian food is available, and thermal swimming is part of the day. Cleopatra’s Pool and site entries cost extra.
Leave Antalya before sunrise for Pamukkale and Hierapolis, with a breakfast stop, Taurus Mountain views, Salda Lake, guided sightseeing, open-buffet lunch, and two workshop visits. Hotel pickup covers Antalya, Kundu, and Belek. Cleopatra’s Pool costs an extra €10 and may be closed for maintenance.
“The driver and guide were amazing, through difficult circumstances due to heavy traffic in the city they kept their cool and did their very best to get us all back to our hotels as quickly as possible. Big kudos to both”
Leave Antalya at 3:30 am for Pamukkale’s white terraces and Hierapolis, then visit peaceful Salda Lake. A guide leads the sightseeing, while three hours of free time let you choose the ruins, thermal pools, or Cleopatra’s Pool. Breakfast and lunch are included; drinks and entry fees are extra.
“The views are amazing, the guide is very knowledgeable and provide lots of tips. Wished we had more time the travel time from Antalya is quite long.”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale with an English-speaking guide, walk the white travertines, explore Hierapolis and its vast necropolis, and enjoy lunch before a transfer to your Kusadasi hotel. The day lasts 12 hours and includes entrance fees, but Cleopatra Pool entry and drinks cost extra.
“This tour and transfer were great! For us it was really time, hustle and money saver! In the first half we went with group tour to Pamukkale with very knowledgeable guide and had 2,5 hours there. This was plentiful of time to take pictures, and explore the site. Later on we had private transfer from Pamukkale historical site right to our Kusadasi hotel! And all that went very smooth! With all our luggage. With all necessary stops for comfortable ride and buffet style lunch! Highly recommend!”
A terrace, a lagoon, a bath house or a crater at dawn.
