Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)

Discover the travertine terraces of Pamukkale, meaning “cotton castle” in Turkish, on this 1-day tour from Marmaris - be prepared for an early rise for this trip!

Highlights:

- Explore the natural travertine terraces of Pamukkale

- Discover the ancient city of Hierapolis

Visit the ancient Roman amphitheatre, the historical museum, the ancient swimming pool, the tomb of Saint Philippe, and the Necropolis

On this 1-day tour from Marmaris you will visit Pamukkale, known as the 8th Wonder of the World. 

Meaning “cotton castle” in Turkish, this natural formation contains hot springs and travertine, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. 

Because of the glorious white travertine and historical value, Pamukkale was added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage in 1988.

Pamukkale can be seen from the hills on the opposite side of the valley in the town of Denizli, 20 kilometers away. On the top of this white “castle”, which is a total of 2,700 meters long, 600 meters wide, and 160 meters high, the ancient city of Hierapolis was built.

Here you can visit an ancient Roman amphitheater, the historical museum which was formerly a Turkish bath, the ancient Cleopatra swimming pool, the monumental tomb of Saint Philippe, and the most magnificent Necropolis of Anatolia

Hotel pick-ups start with you being picked up from your hotel between 05:00 and 05:30 in the morning, with the trip concluding as you are dropped back to your hotel by 19:30.

Transportation (comfortable, non-smoking, air-conditioned buses)

Insurance, breakfast en route and lunch are included in the tour price. 

Bring your swimming gear!

- Pamukkale travertines

- Ancient city of Hierapolis

 - Ancient City of Laody

- St. Philipp Martvrion Church

- Shopping tour program in Pamukkale.