Pamukkale & Salda Lake: Cotton Castle & Turkish Maldives

📌 Excursion Program:

1. Departure from Kemer: Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned bus. The journey to Pamukkale takes about 3–4 hours.
2. Visit to Pamukkale and Hierapolis: Upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to walk along the snow-white terraces filled with thermal water and visit the ancient city of Hierapolis with its amphitheater and other archaeological monuments. You can also swim in the famous Cleopatra’s Pool (for an additional fee).
3. Lunch: After the excursion in Pamukkale, lunch is provided in a local restaurant. Usually, lunch is included in the tour price.
4. Lake Salda: After lunch, you will go to Lake Salda; the road takes about 1.5 hours. Here you will have free time to relax on the beach, swim, and take photos.
5. Return to Kemer: In the evening, you will head back to Antalya; arrival at the hotel is expected late in the evening.

📅 Excursion Days: Daily ⏰ Duration: From 04:00 to 19:30 (depending on the hotel)

✅ What is included in the excursion price:

1. Hotel pickup and drop-off.
2. Services of a Russian-speaking guide.
3. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
4. Entrance tickets to Pamukkale and Hierapolis.
5. Entrance ticket to Lake Salda.
6. Insurance.

❌ What is not included:

1. Drinks.
2. Swimming in Cleopatra's Pool ($10 - paid separately).
3. Personal expenses.

⭐ Recommendations before the trip:

1. Comfortable shoes: Sandals or sneakers are best. In Pamukkale, you have to walk barefoot on the travertines, so easily removable shoes are a plus.
2. Swimwear: For swimming in Cleopatra’s thermal pools and, if desired, in Lake Salda.
3. Towel: Especially if you plan to swim.
4. Headwear and sunglasses: The sun is very active, especially in summer.
5. Sunscreen: SPF 30+ is a must.
6. Bottle of water: It can be hot on the road and during the excursion; it is important to drink enough water.
7. Light clothing: Preferably made of cotton or linen to avoid overheating.
8. Camera or smartphone: The landscapes are simply incredible!

📌 Organizational Moments:

1. Payment is made on the day of the excursion. USD, EUR, and TRY are accepted. There is also an option to pay in your currency: RUB - UAH - UZS - KZT (online transfer without commission).
2. Transfer time depends on your hotel region and is informed after booking.
3. The one-way road from Kemer takes at least 4 hours.
4. The price includes the entrance ticket to Pamukkale and the city of Hierapolis; 2 hours and 45 minutes are provided.
5. The paid child rate includes a separate seat on the bus and meals.
6. Cleopatra's Pool and the Red Pool are not included in the price; they can be purchased from the guide if desired. The cost is approximately $10-15 per person, depending on the exchange rate; separate time for visiting the pools is not provided.
7. Absolutely all drinks are not included in the tour; water in the restaurant is also for a fee.
8. Payment on the day of the excursion is accepted in USD, EUR, and TRY; the option of paying by bank card is discussed during the excursion booking.