Incredible Pamukkale Day Tour

The tectonic movements that took place in the fault depression of the Menderes river basin did not only create frequent earthquakes, but also gave rise to the emergence of a number of hot springs. Water from one of these springs, with its large mineral content - chalk in particular - created Pamukkale.

Over the course of time, some sources dried up, because of earthquakes, while new ones arose. The effect of this natural phenomenon leaves thick white layers of limestone and travertine cascading down the mountain slope, resembling a frozen waterfall.

One form of these formations consists of crescent-shaped travertine terraces with a shallow layer of water, lying in a step-like arrangement down the upper one-third of the slope, with the steps ranging from 1m to 6 m in height. The other form consists of stalactites, propping up and connecting these terraces. The oldest of these rocks are crystalline marble, quartzite and schist. The oldest date back to the Pliocene period, while the top layer is Quaternary in age. Fresh deposits of calcium carbonate give the site a dazzling white look.

These sources were described by the Roman architect Vitruvius. The Phrygian Greeks built Hierapolis on top of the hill. They ascribed medical properties to the spring water, said to have been bestowed by the gods, especially Asklepios (demigod of medicine) and his daughter Hygieia (goddess of health, cleanliness and sanitation), under the protection of Apollo (god of medicine and healing).

You will spend the day soaking in this history and the medicinal waters of Pamukkale.

Included in price:

- Guide
- Transfers
- Lunch
- Entrance fees