Turkey · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Shore Excursion: Private Pamukkale Tour From Kusadasi Port

10 Hours Round trip from Kuşadası Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private full-day shore excursion from Kusadasi Port
02 Visit the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale
03 Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis
04 See the Odeon, Roman Baths, and Theatre
05 Visit the Hierapolis Archaeological Museum
06 Travel by air-conditioned van or minibus
07 Licensed guide throughout the tour
08 Designed for cruise guests with guaranteed on-time return

Discover one of Turkey’s most remarkable natural and archaeological sites on this private shore excursion from Kusadasi. Travel in comfort to Pamukkale to see its famous white travertine terraces, shaped by mineral-rich thermal waters, and enjoy time to walk barefoot across this striking landscape.

Your day also includes a visit to ancient Hierapolis, where you can explore highlights such as the Odeon, Roman Baths, Theatre, and the Hierapolis Archaeological Museum. With private transportation and a licensed guide throughout, this full-day tour offers a convenient way for cruise guests to experience both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important ancient city.

Discover one of Turkey’s most remarkable natural and archaeological sites on this private shore excursion from Kusadasi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kusadasi, Pamukkale

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pamukkale Travertines

Pamukkale, listed as a World Heritage Sides by UNESCO. The white beauty of Pamukkale has happened after warm tears of nature, as if the beauty of white pearl on Cleaopatra’s chest has been the inspiration for these art work of nature. This unique calcium terraces and pools with hot spring water will amaze you as you walk barefoot on the vast white beauty.

Hireapolis

Hireapolis, “Holy City” or “Hierapolis” evangelized by Paul and Epaphras. Also the Apostle Philip lived and burried here. We visit Odeon, Roman Baths, and Theatre.

Hierapolis Archeological Museum

The large building is a 2nd-century Roman baths and gymnasium made of local tawny travertine ashlars once covered with polychrome marble. One of the impressive barrel vaults fell in a 4th-century earthquake, and was replaced with one of brick.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kuşadası 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Professional licensed tour guide
Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi port
One mineral water during the tour
Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned van or minibus

What's Not Included

Gratuities for the tour guide and driver (optional)
Meal & Beverages
Admission fees to Pamukkale and Hierapolis 30 €

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infant seats unavailable
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
Pamukkale Entrance Fee is 30 €. You can pay to guide for SKIP-THE-LINE tickets.
Personalized greeting with name at the port is an additional 3 euros per person.
Cleopatra's Pool entrance fee is 400 TRY. You can pay to the guide for the tickets.
The Pick-up Time for Cruise Guests: Usually 30-60 minutes after the ship docks, but it may vary based on the tour you've booked and the docking time of your ship. Your tour guide will be holding a sign with your name on it, so please look out for them.
It's important to provide your cruise ship details when booking your tour. If you have any special requirements or need to arrange an alternative pick-up location, please inform us in advance.