
Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 20 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch worth booking?
Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch is a 14-hour experience in Alanya, Turkey, from $40 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (20)
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Embark on a full-day guided tour from Alanya to explore the breathtaking limestone terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Savor a delicious open buffet lunch as part of your unforgettable journey. ✅ E
What you get
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Full Insurance
- Guiding Service
- Open Buffet Lunch
About this experience
Embark on a full-day guided tour from Alanya to explore the breathtaking limestone terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Savor a delicious open buffet lunch as part of your unforgettable journey. ✅ Enjoy the scenic forests and country villages on the journey to Pamukkale from Alanya. ✅ Explore the ancient ruins of Hierapolis & Necropolis. ✅ Swim in the hot springs and thermal pools all day long. ✅Enjoy a full day trip into nature and history.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Full Insurance
- Guiding Service
- Open Buffet Lunch
Not included
- Personal Spendings
- Entrance Fees
What you'll see and do
Alanya
The excursion begins early in the morning. A comfortable bus will pick you up from your hotel in Alanya. A local tour guide will welcome you in the bus and inform you about the final details of the schedule. Before arriving at the first stop of your tour, a short breakfast break will take place so you can refresh yourself.
30 minutes here
Korkuteli
In order to make your road trip to Pamukkale more enjoyable, several stops will take place. One among them will be at Korkuteli city. There, you can enjoy a breakfast or relax in a quiet cafeteria.
45 minutes here
Pamukkale
The bus drive from Alanya to Pamukkale is around 4 hours.
240 minutes here
Denizli
We will visit a stonemason in Pamukkale, where you can learn about this great Turkish art. As soon as we arrive to Denizli we stop for 30 minutes comfort break, where you will have the opportunity to use facilities like toilets and find some refreshments. This is the right time and place to make your self ready for your visit to Pamukkale.
30 minutes here
Denizli
We will stop at a local restaurant for lunch. The food food will be open buffet.
45 minutes here
Pamukkale Thermal Pools
Ancient city of Hierapolis: Once you arrive at Pamukkale, the tour guide will take you to explore the ancient city of Hierapolis. This city used to be a spiritual and healing centre during antiquity. Among the things you can observe there are houses, a necropolis, a theatre, and Roman baths. The tour guide will let you know interesting facts about the history and the importance of the ruins. Cotton Castle: At Pamukkale there is also an impressive limestone mountain that has naturally shaped terraces filled with thermal water. The Cotton Castle is clearly an exceptional site to visit. Take your time to walk around and take some pictures of the site. In case you are interested in thermal pools, in Pamukkale you can also visit and swim in an antique thermal pool, the Cleopatra’s Pool. Please note that entering the pool comes at an extra cost.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Alanya
When your visit in Pamukkale is over, you will return back to the bus. The return road trip will be perfect for relaxation and for some final views of the area. Return to your hotel is expected during the afternoon.
240 minutes here
Alanya
All our guests are dropped off back at the same location where they were picked up in the morning.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Payless
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children will be asked to present their valid passports at the entrance of the museums in order to validate their age.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Long tour worth the time
It was a good tour with nice and professional guide Kaan who gave us a lot of information and history facts about the location and the places we visited. Would recommend this tour and a guide for anyone who’s planning to visit this place. Also worth to mention a journey is very long and lot of time spent in a bus and last but not least entrance fee is 30€ to enter Pamukkale
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via Tripadvisor
Fun, great tour guide.
Pamukkale was absolutely breathtaking, like stepping into another world. The thermal pools and ancient ruins were unforgettable. Huge thanks to our incredible tour guide Kaan, whose knowledge, kindness, and humor made the experience even more special
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via Tripadvisor
Awesome place! I
Stunning white landscape! A world Heritage. But the country’s complex geographical distances makes it a bit tiresome to Pamukkale, 2:30am I had a pick up from Alanya hotel taken us six hours plus. Have a thorough research on how to get there with a minimum effort. viz - a hotel as near as possible.
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via Tripadvisor
Worth it!
It was a really good tour! Its a little bit long, but really nice place. The bus & the van really confortable, the food is delicious and the views are amazing.
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via Tripadvisor
Lovely day out!
Our trip was organised by Eric and our guide was Kaan. We were picked up super early from right outside our hotel in Alanya which made everything really easy for us and meant we got to Pamukkale with plenty of time. Our trip went as follows: - We were picked up from our hotel and got some sleep 😌 as we drove round picking up everyone else - We were then transferred into a bigger coach at a meeting point where we met Kaan and he ran us through the plans for the day - We stopped for a quick breakfast (not included in price) - We stopped for a spontaneous wine tasting where we got to try locally made wines and Turkish delight! - We then had a couple more quick breaks to use facilities on the way to Pamukkale (unfortunately we didn’t get to go to Lake Salda as it was closed for the season) - When we got to Pamukkale, Kaan gave us some information and history lessons before advising us of the best way to divide our time between the springs, ruins and Roman bath. - We all met back at the coach and began our journey home which was pretty much as the same as the journey there. We stopped for a late lunch which was included in our package and then were brought home safely ☺️ Overall, we had a lovely (if slightly exhausting 😂) day, we were made to feel very safe and looked after throughout and would definitely recommend! Just bear in mind that some of the info on what the price covers isn’t 100% accurate, but if your main goal is getting out and about and experiencing a bit of history then you’ll love it anyway.
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via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $80
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Payless, who run 167 experiences we rank across 12 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.3 and 9 in the 90+ Club.
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Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alanya.
How much does Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alanya usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch take?
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Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alanya is not rushed.
Is Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 20 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Alanya, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alanya can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alanya and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Alanya Pamukkale & Hierapolis Day Trip With Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alanya within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Alanya?
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On Outty we rank every Alanya experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Alanya Paragliding With Experienced Pilot's, Tandem Paragliding in Alanya, Antalya Turkey with a Licensed Guide, Sapadere Canyon Waterfall ,Dim Stream and Dim Cave Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Alanya?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Alanya?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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