Sun-soaked Turkey: Antalya & Pamukkale tour
Immerse yourself in Antalya as you experience the best of sun, sand, and sea in Turkey! Get lost in the old town of Kaleici, where you can shop for souvenirs and enjoy a refreshing cool drink. Visit the unique cotton castles of Pamukkale and swim in the ancient pool made famous by Cleopatra. History buffs shouldn't miss out on a tour of Aspendos and Perge, two ancient cities brimming with wonder. This five-day trip may be short, but it's filled with excitement, sunshine and natural beauty!
Services
Included:
- Four nights accommodation in double rooms in four or five-star hotels
- Private transfers in an air-conditioned car with private, English-speaking driver
- Activities & admission fees to sites as per the itinerary
- English-speaking guide on excursions
Excluded:
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Any meals & drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Optional:
- Cleopatra Pool - USD 100 per person
Itinerary at a Glance
Antalya
Welcome to Turkey!
Antalya
Get to know Antalya's old town & waterfalls
Pamukkale
Swim in Cleopatra's Pools
Perge - Aspendos
Splendid ancient cities
Antalya
Farewell, Antalya
Detailed Itinerary
Antalya
Day 1: Welcome to Turkey!
Touch down at Antalya Airport where you will meet with your welcoming guide and driver. They will lead you to your vehicle for a private transfer to your hotel, approximately one hour away (subject to road conditions and traffic).
Arrive at your hotel, check in, and relax. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy however you like, so be sure to ask your guide for sightseeing and restaurant recommendations!
Antalya
Day 2: Get to know Antalya's old town & waterfalls
This morning, wake up early for an 8.30am departure from your hotel. Meet with your guide at the hotel lobby and get excited for the day ahead!
Take a drive or walk to the old town (depending on your hotel location), where you'll explore some of the highlights. Locally known as Kaleiçi, this old town is filled with beauty and charm. Enjoy a leisurely stroll before continuing to Hadrian's Gate and the Grooved Minaret.
Stop for a lunch of traditional Turkish cuisine, tasting a number of local delicacies, then head on to explore the Karpuzkaldıran and Duden Waterfalls, two gorgeous natural spectacles.
Pamukkale
Day 3: Swim in Cleopatra's Pools
You'll be picked up from the hotel today to visit the ancient city of Hierapolis. There, you'll witness the bewildering remains of this once bustling Greek city. Afterward, you'll be taken to the iconic travertine basins of Pamukkale. You'll no doubt be in awe of this gorgeous spot!
Make a quick stop from sightseeing for a delicious local lunch. Then, visit Cleopatra's Ancient Pools (an additional charge applies for swimming fees). End the day with some shopping back in town, before being dropped off at your hotel for the night.
Perge - Aspendos
Day 4: Splendid ancient cities
Today, take a ride back in time! Visit the ancient city of Perge where you'll witness the architectural remains of the Hellenistic era and Roman period. You'll get to see the Roman gate, Hellenistic Gate, stadium, Nymphaeum, and colonnaded agora, all of which are evidence of the city’s past glory.
Take a break from sightseeing for a local lunch, then it's on to Aspendos, another ancient city and one of Turkey’s top tourist attractions. Visit the remains of the Roman theater that dates back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries - one of the best-preserved sites in the world.
Antalya
Day 5: Farewell, Antalya
Enjoy one last breakfast and prepare to meet your driver, who will pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to the airport. It may be the end of your trip, but you'll have memories from your amazing vacation in Turkey that will last you a lifetime.
