HIGHLIGHTS ;
- Explore the city’s many thermal springs and Cleopatra’s Pool
- Walk across the world-famous limestone travertines
- Discover Hierapolis’ Necropolis, Triton Fountain, Byzantium Gate, Plutonium, and more
- Journey through Frontinus Street and Agora
FULL DESCRIPTION ;
Explore the hot springs in Karahayit, which have taken on an Instagram-worthy shade of red due to mineral deposits. Then head over to the Roman ruins in Hierapolis, a place twinned with Pamukkale to create a single UNESCO World Heritage site. After exploring toppled ancient columns and sacred temples, you have a chance to swim in Cleopatra’s Antique Pool—a majestic spot purportedly frequented by the Egyptian queen for its healing powers.
Rest an hour for yourself to discover hidden corners of Pamukkale at your own pace before reuniting with your guide and the group for lunch. Next stop is one of the most picturesque spots in Turkey—the travertines of Pamukkale. Take a barefoot walk across these bright, white limestone terraces filled with pools of cascading water. Finally, stop by a local Onyx factory before heading back to Istanbul after an unforgettable day spent in nature and history.
