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Salda Lake Pamukkale Çeşme Alaçatı Tour / 1 Night Hotel Accommodation / Departing from Istanbul
Salda Lake, Pamukkale, Çeşme & Alaçatı Tour
1 Night Hotel Stay • Departure from Istanbul
Get ready for a full journey in just one weekend, stretching from the unique views of Salda Lake to Pamukkale's white travertines, from Hierapolis' thousands of years of history to the Aegean atmosphere of Çeşme and Alaçatı.
The 1-night hotel stay tour departing from Istanbul to Salda Lake, Pamukkale, Çeşme, and Alaçatı offers a pleasant weekend alternative for those who want to explore nature, history, sea, and the unique streets of the Aegean on a single route.
Tour Highlights
- 🏨 1 night hotel stay
- 🚌 Transportation departing from Istanbul
- 💎 Salda Lake
- 🏛️ Ancient City of Hierapolis
- 🤍 Pamukkale Travertines
- 💦 Cleopatra Ancient Pool
- 🏰 Çeşme Castle
- 🌸 Alaçatí streets
- 🌊 Ilıca Beach
- 🥜 Serinhisar Lentil Market
- 🛍️ Denizli textile outlet shopping
- 🍽️ Half-board accommodation including dinner at the hotel
Salda Lake
One of the most special stops on our journey is Salda Lake, one of Turkey's striking natural beauties with its white shores and turquoise tones.
After spending time exploring the lake's unique scenery and taking photos, we continue on our route.
As part of the program, shopping breaks are also provided at Serinhisar Lentil Market and outlet points where you can discover Denizli's textile products.
Pamukkale & Ancient City of Hierapolis
Located on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Pamukkale and Hierapolis are among the most impressive parts of the tour that combine history and nature.
After exploring the thousands of years of ruins of the Ancient City of Hierapolis with a guide, we have the opportunity to see the world-famous white travertines formed by Pamukkale's thermal waters.
Guests who wish may also take advantage of the Cleopatra Ancient Pool experience, subject to conditions and visiting rules.
Çeşme & Alaçatı
In the Aegean section of our tour, our route extends to Çeşme and Alaçatı.
After seeing Çeşme Castle, one of Çeşme's iconic structures, free time is given to explore the streets of Alaçatı, famous for its stone houses, bougainvilleas, and unique architecture.
You can explore Alaçatı's boutiques and cafes, walk through its historic streets, and enjoy the Aegean atmosphere.
Ilıca Beach
Another enjoyable stop on the program is Ilıca Beach, known for its hot springs.
If weather and seasonal conditions allow, you can enjoy the Aegean Sea here and make use of the free time allocated within the tour program.
Accommodation
Within the scope of the tour, 1 night of hotel accommodation is arranged in the Denizli/Pamukkale region.
Accommodation is on a half-board basis, and dinner is included at the hotel. The exact hotel information will be specified in the reservation details according to the selected tour date.
Four Different Experiences in One Weekend
Salda Lake, Pamukkale, Çeşme, and Alaçatı Tour offers a full itinerary for those who want to discover Turkey's natural beauties, ancient history, and Aegean coasts all together in a short time.
Through Turvop, you can check the current dates and prices of the Istanbul-departing Salda Lake & Pamukkale Tour, select a tour date suitable for you, and create your reservation.
Important Information
The tour route, visit order, swimming breaks, and program times may change depending on the season, weather conditions, and operational reasons. Entrance fees, usage conditions, or inclusion/exclusion for sites such as Pamukkale Travertines and Cleopatra Ancient Pool may vary depending on the selected program. It is recommended to check the current program and services included in the price before making a reservation.
Day 1: Departure from Istanbul
Meeting Points and Times
21:00 Beylikdüzü Migros Entrance
21:15 Avcılar (In front of Avcılar Vocational and Technical High School)
21:20 Sefaköy Metrobus Stop Side
21:30 İncirli Metrobus Stop (In front of Nevada Coffea & İncirli Kiosk)
22:00 Mecidiyeköy Square (In front of Nevada Coffea & İETT Stops)
22:30 Kadıköy Civil Registry Office Parking Lot Front
22:40 Bostancı Bridge (Towards Ankara)
22:50 Kartal Bridge (Towards Ankara)
22:55 Pendik Bridge (Towards Ankara)
23:00 İçmeler Bridge (İçmeler Station Stop)
23:15 Gebze Center AVM (In front of Gas Station)
00:20 İzmit Halkevi Stop (Since our return route is via Bursa, the drop-off point is Gebze Center.)
After picking up our valued guests from the listed departure points, we are embarking on our night journey to begin the Salda Lake Pamukkale Çeşme Alaçatı Tour under the guarantee of Epic Vacation. We look forward to welcoming you in the best way possible and providing an unforgettable experience!
Day 2: Salda Lake, Serinhisar, Hierapolis Ancient City, Pamukkale Travertines
After our night journey, we take a pleasant breakfast break at a local restaurant on our route. After starting the day energetically, our first stop is Salda LakeTurkey's MaldivesSalda LakeNASA examination of its bright white, high-magnesium sand dunes, and its similarity to the surface of Mars
Salda Lake's free time over, we turn our route towards Serinhisar Roasted Chickpea Market. Here, you can choose roasted chickpeas with flavors that suit your taste from the famous Serinhisar roasted chickpeas and purchase local products to gift to your loved ones.
The next stop on our tour is Denizlitextile factory outlet store in Denizli
UNESCO World Heritage List site Hierapolis Ancient City is our next destination. Founded by King Eumenes II of Pergamon, this sacred city stands out with important structures such as the Temple of Apollo, Plutonium (Gate of the Underworld God), an ancient theater, and a necropolis.
Finally, we reach the natural miracle of Pamukkale Travertines. The cotton-like pure white appearance of Pamukkale was formed by limestone deposits created by hot thermal waters over thousands of years. Our guide will explain the geological process behind this unique natural formation and offer you the opportunity to walk on the travertines, take photos, or swim in the Ancient Pool.
After our tour, we head to our hotel for overnight accommodation in the evening. We check into our rooms at the hotel and then have dinner.
Breakfast: Will be taken along the route. (Extra)
Lunch: Will be taken as free time. (Extra)
Dinner: Will be taken at the hotel and included in the tour price.
Accommodation: Herakles Thermal Hotel, Villa Lycus Hotel, etc.
Day 3: Çeşme, Çeşme Castle, Alaçatı, Ilıca Beach
In the morning, we start our day energetically after enjoying a rich breakfast at our hotel. Our first stop will be Çeşme Castle. Built in a strategically important location during the Ottoman period, this historic castle was completed in the 16th century under Sultan Bayezid II. While our guide shares fascinating facts about the castle, they will also provide detailed information on its historical functions and preserved walls. Upon climbing the castle, you can take photos against the magnificent sea view of Çeşme and spend ample time exploring this historic structure up close.
After Çeşme Castle, we head towards Alaçatı. One of the most beautiful and popular towns of the Aegean, Alaçatı is famous for its narrow streets, stone houses, and walls adorned with colorful flowers. Additionally, Alaçatı is a paradise for surfing enthusiasts and attracts young people heavily during the summer months. Our guide will share information about the history, cultural structure, and famous stone architecture of Alaçatı. During our free time here, you can explore the streets, shop from colorful boutiques, or enjoy a pleasant coffee at cafes.
After Alaçatı, we proceed to Ilıca Beach. This beach, known for its crystal-clear waters, healing thermal springs, and white sand, offers both a relaxing atmosphere and a wonderful swimming experience as it is where hot water sources meet the sea. During our swimming break here, you can enjoy the sea and bask in the sun. Furthermore, while resting at the beach, you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the rocky formations diving into the depths of the sea and the surrounding area.
After our tour, we begin our return journey to Istanbul in the evening hours.
As Epic Tatil, we thank you for choosing us and would like to express our pride in always being by your side. We eagerly look forward to being together again for all your future travels. Sincerely.
Breakfast: Will be taken at the hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken during free time. (Extra)
Dinner: Will be taken along the route. (Extra)
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation with luxury vehicles
- 1 night accommodation at hotels
- 1 breakfast buffet at hotels
- 1 dinner (buffet or set menu) at hotels
- Sightseeing tours as specified in the program
- Professional guide service
- Bottled water on board
- Travel Insurance
Not Included
- Museum and Archaeological Site Entrance Fees (Valid for Municipalities and Private Enterprises)
- All Lunch Meals and All Beverages Served with Meals
- Special Expenses Incurred During the Tour
- All Extra Specified Events
- Breakfast on the First Day and Dinner on the Last Day
- Museum Card (Valid for museums under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism)
From the magnesium-rich white sands of Salda Lake to the limestone steps of Pamukkale Travertines to be walked barefoot, from the shadowless wide streets of Hierapolis Ancient City to the historic ramparts of Çeşme Castle, and from Alaçatı's rugged stone streets to the shallow, warm thermal waters of Ilıca Beach in the Aegean Sea, comfort is the most fundamental determinant of your travel quality on this intense 2-day journey. Taking into account the region's summer climate characteristics, traverten rules, and beach programs, our Epic Tatil operations team has prepared the following luggage guide recommendations:
1. Footwear Selection for Ancient Cities, Barefoot Travertines, and Stone Streets On this tour, the management of your shoes and sandals is critically important. Walking on Pamukkale Travertines with shoes is strictly prohibited; you will need to carry your shoes in your hand or in your backpack. Additionally, the streets of Hierapolis, Çeşme Castle, and Alaçatı are entirely covered with uneven stone and marble surfaces. Therefore, to ensure safe steps in these areas, you must bring a high-traction orthopedic sneaker or hiking shoe with deep treads that is easy to put on and take off. After the travertine walk and during swimming breaks at Ilıca Beach, a non-slip comfortable beach sandal or flip-flop should be included in your backpack. It is also wise to bring a small empty bag to hang your shoes in your backpack at the travertine entrance.
2. Aegean and Mediterranean Sun, Humidity Balance, and Beach Equipment You will be exposed to intense sunlight all day on Salda Lake beaches and open areas of Pamukkale. To protect your skin, high-protection factor (SPF 50+) sunscreens, quality UV-filtered sunglasses, and wide-brimmed hats should be in your backpack from the first day. To fully enjoy Ilıca Beach and the Ancient Pool excursions, you must add at least two spare swimsuits/bikinis and thin microfiber beach towels with high absorbency and quick-drying properties to your luggage. To handle potential sweating throughout the day, it is critical for your comfort to carry plenty of light-colored cotton T-shirts, shorts, and spare underwear. To protect yourself from the air conditioning breeze inside the bus after returning from the sea in the late afternoon, do not neglect bringing a light cardigan or a thin sweatshirt.
3. Technology, Digital Archive Management, and Power Sources From the Maldives silhouette of Salda Lake to the pristine white squares of travertines at sunset tones, from Alaçatı's bougainvillea-covered stone houses to the windows of Çeşme Castle opening onto the Aegean plain, every moment is a visual feast. Intensive video/photo shooting, local network searches, and navigation use during free time will drain your phone battery three times faster than normal. To maintain uninterrupted communication during meeting times with our guide, we strongly recommend adding a high-capacity (at least 10,000 or 20,000 mAh) quality power bank to your backpack.
4. Financial Planning and Local Shopping Preparations Although our tour package includes breakfast and dinner at the hotel, expenses such as the morning snack on the first day, all lunch meals, the evening meal on the last day, museum entry fees, and purchases of Serinhisar chickpeas and Denizli textile outlet items are your own responsibility. To facilitate shopping and transactions at village/road stalls, you should carry a sufficient amount of cash Turkish Lira (TL) in small denominations (20, 50, 100, 200 TL) with you. While credit cards are accepted in large factory outlet stores, cash will significantly speed up your transactions at local flavor stops.
As the Epic Tatil family, we wish you enjoyable travels in advance on this distinguished journey to the heart of nature, thermal healing, and elite Aegean culture!