Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour from Kemer — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Kemer and want to do the Pamukkale and Salda Lake Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 79.3 km away, an estimated 99-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 Kemer: Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car. Nearby you'll find Phaselis, Chimaera (Yanartaş), Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik). Kemer is about 55 km west of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 50–60 minute drive along the coast beneath the Taurus mountains. 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 Kemer
Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car.
What to see near Kemer
Phaselis — A romantic ruined Lycian-Roman port city with three harbours, an aqueduct and ruins set right on pine-fringed coves. Chimaera (Yanartaş) — Natural flames that burn from the rocky mountainside near Olympos, best seen after dark. Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik) — A gondola climbing to the 2,365 m summit of Tahtalı for vast coastal panoramas. Göynük Canyon — A narrow river canyon with pools and trails in a nature park near Kemer.
Local tips
• Visit Chimaera after dark when the flames are most visible. • Swim at Phaselis among the ruins — bring water shoes for the pebble coves. • The Tahtalı cable car can be cold and windy at the top even in summer; take a layer.
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 Kemer?
The departure point is about 79.3 km from Kemer, an estimated 99-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Kemer?
Pickup from Kemer 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 Kemer?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Kemer 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 Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for Mountain-and-sea scenery, Phaselis ancient city, Chimaera eternal flames, Tahtalı cable car.
What is Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for its mountain-backed pebble beaches, the ancient harbour city of Phaselis, the natural Chimaera flames and the Tahtalı summit cable car.
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.