About this activity
Transportation:
Itinerary
Departure Time: Between 01:30 am and 01:45 am. Your private driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel in Antalya for a full-day journey to Pamukkale.
- 05:45 – Arrival at Base & Briefing
Safety instructions and preparation for the balloon ride
Estimated duration: 15 minutes
- 06:00 – Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Pamukkale
Soar above travertines and ancient ruins at sunrise
Estimated flight duration: 1.5 hours
- 07:45 – Breakfast at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious local breakfast with mountain views
Duration: 30 minutes
- 08:30 – Visit Pamukkale & Cleopatra’s Pool
Walk the terraces and bathe in thermal waters
Estimated visit duration: 3 hours
- 11:45 – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
A carefully curated menu of local dishes
Duration: 45 minutes
- 12:45 – Onyx Workshop Visit
Witness master artisans crafting local stone
Duration: 30 minutes
- 13:20 – Winery Tour & Tasting Session
Sample regional wines in a boutique setting
Estimated duration: 55 minutes
- 18:15 – Arrival in Antalya
Your private driver will drop you off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Soar above Pamukkale in a spectacular sunrise hot air balloon ride
- Walk barefoot across the UNESCO-listed white travertines
- Swim in Cleopatra’s thermal pool surrounded by ancient ruins
- Visit an authentic onyx workshop and witness local craftsmanship
- Enjoy a boutique winery tour with a guided tasting session
- Guided by an expert Russian-speaking guide
Includes
- Transfer throughout the tour
- Russian-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Pamukkale, Cleopatra’s Pool, and the ancient city
- Breakfast and lunch at selected local restaurants
- Refreshments and soft drinks throughout the tour
- Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase during breakfast and lunch)
- Photos and videos from the balloon flight (optional extra)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Details
Experience the magic of Pamukkale from the skies and on foot in one unforgettable day. Begin before dawn with a thrilling hot air balloon ride, gliding gently over Pamukkale’s otherworldly white travertines as the sun rises over the landscape.
After landing, indulge in a rich Turkish breakfast before exploring the ancient site of Hierapolis. Walk across the famous white terraces and step into Cleopatra’s Pool, where thermal waters bubble around submerged Roman columns.
Later, discover the art of Anatolian stone carving at a local onyx workshop. Then head to a nearby boutique winery nestled in the region’s countryside, where you’ll sample distinguished local wines in an intimate tasting session.
With professional guiding, fine dining, and seamless transfers, this tour blends natural wonder, ancient history, and refined indulgence—ideal for curious, culture-loving travelers seeking something truly unique.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes uneven paths; guests should be comfortable walking for extended periods.
Balloon flights are suitable for children aged 3+, and pregnant women up to 3 months.
Not recommended for pregnant women beyond the first trimester.
Some areas are not accessible with strollers; not suitable for families with infants.
Wear layered clothing suitable for early morning weather and bring swimwear for Cleopatra’s Pool.
What To Bring
Comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain
A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated
Swimwear, towel, and an extra set of dry clothes for Cleopatra’s Pool
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for sun protection
A light jacket or shawl for air-conditioned transfers
Cash or credit card for personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks, etc.)
A camera or smartphone to capture the highlights