Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour from Alanya — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Alanya and want to do the Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 56.4 km away, an estimated 70-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 1 Day and costs €55 per person. Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Alanya: Alanya is a lively coastal city dominated by a rocky peninsula crowned with a medieval castle and the red-brick Seljuk tower above the harbour. It mixes long beaches, sea caves and a buzzing resort nightlife with genuine history. Nearby you'll find Alanya Castle, Red Tower (Kızıl Kule), Damlataş Cave. Alanya is about 125 km east of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 1 hour 45 minute drive; Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP) is much closer, around 40 km east. From our guides on the ground: A long but iconic inland day — Salda Lake's white shores, the Pamukkale travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. You walk the travertines barefoot (shoes are not allowed on the white calcium pools), so bring a small bag for your footwear and a towel. The Cleopatra antique pool is an optional extra paid on site. There's a fair bit of walking and sun exposure, so a hat and sunscreen matter. Best for travellers happy with an early start and some transfer time for a world-famous landscape.
About Alanya
Alanya is a lively coastal city dominated by a rocky peninsula crowned with a medieval castle and the red-brick Seljuk tower above the harbour. It mixes long beaches, sea caves and a buzzing resort nightlife with genuine history.
What to see near Alanya
Alanya Castle — A vast 13th-century Seljuk fortress wrapping the peninsula, with walls, an inner citadel and panoramic sea views. Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) — An octagonal red-brick Seljuk tower from 1226 guarding the historic harbour and shipyard. Damlataş Cave — A stalactite cave by Cleopatra Beach whose humid air is said to soothe respiratory conditions. Dim Cave — A large, well-lit show cave in the mountains east of the city. Sapadere Canyon — A dramatic mountain gorge with a waterfall and natural pools, about an hour inland.
Local tips
• Ride up to the castle for sunset, then explore the harbour and Red Tower below. • Take a pirate-style boat trip to see the Pirates' Cave, Lovers' Cave and Phosphorus Cave. • Cleopatra Beach has the softest sand in town — arrive early in peak season.
From our team on the ground
A long but iconic inland day — Salda Lake's white shores, the Pamukkale travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. You walk the travertines barefoot (shoes are not allowed on the white calcium pools), so bring a small bag for your footwear and a towel. The Cleopatra antique pool is an optional extra paid on site. There's a fair bit of walking and sun exposure, so a hat and sunscreen matter. Best for travellers happy with an early start and some transfer time for a world-famous landscape.
Highlights
What's included
- Hotel Transfer (Both Ways)
- Guidance Service
- Bus with Full A/C
- Pamukkale Fee
- Hieropolis Fee
- Full Insurance
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour from Alanya?
The departure point is about 56.4 km from Alanya, an estimated 70-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Alanya?
Pickup from Alanya hotels is typically in the 07:30 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour cost?
€55 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Alanya?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Alanya is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Alanya known for?
Alanya is known for Alanya Castle, Red Tower (Kızıl Kule), Cleopatra Beach, sea caves.
What is Alanya famous for?
Alanya is famous for its hilltop Seljuk castle, the red-brick Kızıl Kule tower, Cleopatra Beach, sea caves and a lively nightlife scene.
Traveller reviews
Hierapolis surprised me. I booked for the travertines but enjoyed the ancient city almost as much.
Pamukkale was one of those places that actually looked as strange and beautiful as the photos. Walking barefoot on the white terraces was hot in places, so listen to the guide's advice about where to step. Salda Lake gave the day a different kind of scenery before the main stop. It is a long tour, but it felt worth it.
Long bus day and basic meals, but the sights were unique enough to justify it.
I wish there was more time at Salda, but fitting both places into one day is already a lot.
Cleopatra Pool was busy, but swimming among old columns felt special.
The pickup was very early and the bus day is long, so people should be realistic before booking. That said, the travertines, Hierapolis, and Salda Lake are not sights you can easily replace with something closer. Lunch was basic, but the guide kept the timing organized. I was tired afterward, but glad I went.