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Natural Wonders of Turkey: Pamukkale and Cappadocia Tour

Visited Sights:

Pamukkale, Cappadocia

Tour Duration:

2 Days

Tour Type:

Private

Guiding Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian

OVERVIEW

This two-day tour offers an immersive experience into the geological and historical wonders of Pamukkale and Cappadocia, two of Turkey’s most iconic natural landscapes. This tour combines relaxing hot springs, ancient ruins, and spectacular natural formations, making it perfect for those who love history, nature, and photography.

ITINERARY

Morning Pickup:

  • Start: Early morning pickup from your hotel in Denizli or nearby locations.
  • Pamukkale Exploration: Begin your tour at Pamukkale, known for its stunning white calcium terraces, known as travertines. Explore the terraces and take the opportunity to soak in the thermal waters, believed to have healing properties.

Hierapolis Tour:

  • Ancient City: After enjoying the thermal pools, visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, located just above the travertines. Explore significant ruins such as the vast necropolis, the Roman baths, and the grand theatre.
  • Lunch: Enjoy a lunch featuring local Turkish cuisine at a nearby restaurant.

Afternoon:

  • Cleopatra's Pool: Optionally swim in Cleopatra’s Pool, a historic thermal pool with ancient Roman ruins submerged beneath the water (additional cost).
  • Travel to Cappadocia: In the late afternoon, depart for Cappadocia. Depending on your preference, travel by overnight bus or domestic flight (flight not included in the standard tour package).

Morning:

  • Arrival in Cappadocia: If traveling by overnight bus, arrive early in the morning; if by flight, pick up from the airport.
  • Göreme Open-Air Museum: Start your Cappadocia adventure with a visit to the Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its rock-hewn churches and stunning frescoes.

Midday:

  • Lunch in Göreme: Dine in Göreme, trying dishes from the Central Anatolian region.

Afternoon:

  • Fairy Chimneys and Pasabag: Explore Pasabag, also known as Monk’s Valley, renowned for its fairy chimneys and unique rock formations.
  • Avanos Pottery Workshop: Visit a traditional pottery workshop in Avanos, a town famous for its pottery made from the red clay of the Kızılırmak River.

Evening:

  • Sunset View: Conclude your day with a visit to a panoramic viewpoint, ideal for watching the sunset over Cappadocia’s dramatic landscapes.
  • Return to Hotel: Overnight in Cappadocia or proceed with your planned itinerary.

INCLUDED

  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Port / Hotel Pick up & Drop off
  • A/C Mercedes MPV
  • All local taxes
  • Parking fees
  • Lunch (Full-day Tours)

EXCLUDED

  • Entrance fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Driver & guide tips – gratitude
  • Drinks

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 Languages except English may introduce a slight increase in the price.

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