Pamukkale means cotton castle in Turkish and when you take the first look at the snowy-white terraces you’ll understand why. It’s an unforgettable moment looking at this breathtaking wonder of nature, where natural hot springs have been solidified into stalagtites and cliffs of amazing beauty. Pamukkales’ travertines are unique in the world. Pamukkale is listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO since 1988. Take off your shoes and take a walk through this wonderland of basins filled with warm clear water and admire the scenery.
The day of the excursion is the day of visit to Pamukkale & balloon ride. Pick up is organized the night before and might be before midnight. We meet with balloon take-off crew at 06:00. You can monitors the preparations of the flight crew and the inflation stages of the balloon. After the balloon is prepared for the flight, our guests are taken to the basket and the balloon flight starts at 06:30. The flight takes place over the ancient city of Hierapolis and Pamukkale, at sunrise. Total flight time is between 45-60 minutes. After the flight is completed, the end of the balloon flight is celebrated by popping champagne at the celebration table prepared by the ground crew. While drinking champagne, flight certificates prepared for each of our guests are distributed.
Afterwards, guests go to breakfast and Pamukkale tour starts after breakfast.
Walking on the limestone terraces and visiting Hierapolis, free time for swimming. Lunch and then return to hotels. On the way a visit to a leather shop.