Discover the natural beauty of Pamukkale on a private shore excursion from Kusadasi. Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, swim in the Cleopatra Pool, and explore the limestone terraces of Pamukkale.
Meet your guide at the North gate of Hierapolis and begin your tour of the ancient city. Stroll through the ruins and learn about the development of the city's crown jewel, the Grand Theatre. Wander further to discover the Temple of Apollo, a sanctuary for the god of light and music.
As you continue, see the Nymphaeum, a grand monumental fountain, and the Plutonium, once believed to be the portal to the underworld. The Christian Basilica presents the architectural diversity that symbolises the city's rich tapestry of cultural influences.
The Necropolis, an ancient cemetery, stretches across the landscape, its tombs narrating a silent storey of life and death in Hierapolis. Finally, the Martyrium of St. Philip offers a place of contemplation, truly a monument of profound significance.
With the guided history tour complete, you are granted the liberty to explore at your own pace. Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of the White Travertines. This Natural Wonder of the World is a breathtaking spectacle of cascading pools and limestone terraces, just waiting for your footsteps and offering a unique chance to bathe in their thermal waters.
To further indulge in the healing powers of Pamukkale's natural springs, visit the Cleopatra pool. For a nominal fee, you can swim amidst ancient ruins, a truly regal experience that is said to have been favoured by Cleopatra herself.