HOT SPRINGS · PAMUKKALE & HIERAPOLIS TOURS
One white hillside, a dozen departure points and a lot of coaches. These 15 are compared on where they leave from, whether Cleopatra's Pool and lunch are included, and how long you get on the terraces before the light goes.
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 and Hierapolis in a small group of up to 16. Walk the ancient streets, see the theater and necropolis, cross the white terraces, and enjoy lunch. Cleopatra’s Pool is currently closed until March 2026, so check its status before booking.
“Early start was lost to wasted time for breakfast break and shopping stops. Would prefer more time at Pamukkale and not an onxy factory ... But actually a shop.”
Travel from Antalya or Kemer to Pamukkale and Hierapolis on a long but rewarding day trip. Expect an early pickup, a live English or German guide such as Osman, Levent, or Kemal, lunch, guided ruins, free time, and an optional visit to Cleopatra’s Pool. Bring water, walking shoes, and sun protection.
“Incredible guide Osman and driver.....excellent explanations and both were attentive at all times!!!! It was a spectacular excursion, a 10 out of 10!!!! I would definitely repeat it!!!”
Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale by air-conditioned bus, then spend three hours exploring the white travertines, Hierapolis, Necropolis, and optional Cleopatra’s Pool. English-speaking guides such as Inci, Kaan, Apo, and Abdullah lead the day. Lunch is included, but drinks and entrance fees may cost extra.
“Definitely worth the trip. Amazing experience, definitely recommend for anyone that is interested in this tour.”
Travel from Izmir to Pamukkale in a small group of up to 18, with pickup, transport, lunch, entry fees, and an English-speaking guide. Spend three to four hours among the white travertines and Hierapolis ruins, then return to Izmir the same day. Guides may include Alperen, Erman, Selim, or Ekim.
“Our guide Alperen was great with his directions, history lessons and overall demeanour, making the site tour and bus ride enjoyable. A previous review is correct in that it would have been helpful to know that the Cleopatra pools were closed (also seems they have been closed for some time) and this should have been advised prior to the tour so that visitors could opt out if they wished. The other note, which is the main reason for the average review is the Onyx shop. It wasn't listed in the itinerary, and perhaps this is because the organiser knows this shop is a scam. Unfortunately, we fell for this scam…”
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”
Ride from central Antalya in a small group of up to 14 people to Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Guides such as Barbaros, Fatima, Mary, and Gamze have led visits through the Roman theater, Apollo temple, baths, and terraces, with lunch and time for thermal swimming included.
“I love everything on this trip it was amazing, the views are divine 😍”
Travel from Marmaris to Pamukkale by air-conditioned bus, with breakfast, buffet lunch, hotel pickup, and an English-speaking guide. You get about three hours at the travertines, Hierapolis, and optional Cleopatra’s Pool. Guides including Beste, Nur, Mert, and Kadir have earned strong praise, though shop stops and entrance fees need planning.
“Pammukale is mooi om te zien, de reis zelf was niet duidelijk aangegeven welke tussenstops je kreeg. De reisgids was ook erg zelf ingenomen. De tourdag is een aanrader maar met een andere indeling.”
Leave Antalya before dawn for a hot air balloon flight above Pamukkale, followed by the white travertines and ancient Hierapolis. Guides such as Osman, Levent, and Ismail add history and humor, while lunch, champagne, and hotel transfers make this a full day out. Entry fees are extra.
“The tour began early in the morning right in time at 4am,and we reached pamukkale at 7am with two stops for coffee and washroom.Our ballon started late and in the process we were able to watch other ballons fly.The whole experience of seeing sunrise ,monuments,pamukkale steps was amazing.The ballon ride was very smooth and we got certificate and champagne in the end.Then we wegan tour of hierapolis.Our guide me levent was exceptional and gave us an indepth insight on the ancient ruins,significance and history.He also taught us videography tricks as he is an expert in handling camera effects.We were given 1.5 hours in pamukkale got water springs and it was…”
Leave Antalya before dawn for a sunrise hot-air-balloon flight above Pamukkale’s white terraces, then explore Hierapolis with a guide such as Kaan, Gozde, Apo, or Inci. You’ll have free time at the thermal pools, an open-buffet lunch, and hotel transfers, but entrance fees and breakfast cost extra.
“The trip was really great! Kaan our tour guide was really good , he explained more about history. He was a friendly and kind”
Travel from Kusadasi or Selcuk to Pamukkale in a group capped at 15. Walk the white thermal terraces, explore Hierapolis with an English-speaking guide, visit the museum, and eat an included lunch. Plan for a long day, extra entrance fees, and about three hours each way by road.
“Great experience, only 5 on the trip, The rock formations are incredible, it was a bit rainy , but the hot mineral pool was very warm A great day”
You’ll visit Pamukkale’s white travertines and ancient Hierapolis on a 9 to 10-hour small-group trip from Kusadasi or Selcuk. A licensed English-speaking guide leads the tour, with lunch, hotel transfers, and a maximum of 14 people. Entrance fees and Cleopatra’s Pool cost extra.
“Our tour guide was excellent, provided lots of historical insights into Turkey and Pamukkale. It was a long day, but was worth it as Pamukkale is really a unique place.”
Leave Antalya around 1 a.m. for a sunrise hot-air-balloon flight over Pamukkale, followed by free time at the white travertines and Hierapolis, then an open-buffet lunch. Guides such as Gözde, Apo, Ahmed, and Suleyman have earned praise, but long transfers and uneven organization can affect the day.
“Amazing experience with the hot air balloon ride. Transportation was good. Our guide Nihaan was good as well. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for easy experience.”
Travel from Side to Pamukkale and Hierapolis in an air-conditioned bus, with a guide such as Kaan, Apo, Kadir, or Inci. Explore Roman ruins, walk across the white travertines, and swim at Cleopatra’s Pool for an added fee. Lunch, hotel transfers, and insurance are included.
“Kaan - our tour guide, was excellent he had lots of knowledge on the history of the area. The organisation of the trip was really good, lots of travelling but breaks are scheduled in to help break up the day. The Roman city was the highlight of our trip. The hot springs are also very scenic and great for photos”
Begin with pickup from Pamukkale or Karahayıt, then watch the balloon inflate before a one-hour sunrise flight over Pamukkale’s white travertines, Hierapolis, and the Meander Valley. English-speaking pilots, 12 to 16-person baskets, hotel transfers, a flight certificate, and a landing toast are included.
“Very good. Amazing view, great pilot and trustworthy crew.”
A terrace, a lagoon, a bath house or a crater at dawn.
