PAMUKKALE, TURKEY | Everything you need to know about Pamukkale

[@worldwildhearts]

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[@TopVelocity]

Can one go for a dip in the caves?

[@worldwildhearts]

It’s not possible but also maybe not so enjoyable as it really smells like sulphur haha!

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

Wikipedia about Pamukkale: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpSkd3aLndF9a7c

[@eskindersisaymamo9552]

Which time is best to go to pamukkale

[@worldwildhearts]

We went in November and had a great time as it was relatively quiet (still warm!). Probably better for swimming during the summer (May until October), but also more crowded! Try to stay until sunset because that’s when most people will have left

[@anubiasab]

If anyone is planning to go to pamukkale with a tour agency, be aware that there is an extra 200 lira to pay for entry to the site. Some tour agencies will not tell you this for some reason, ours luckily did. Your tour guide will likely collect this money on the bus so when you get there, you can skip the queue. If you don’t pay the 200 lira to the tour guide, you’ll have to purchase it yourself at the site and wait in line. There are also extra fees to get into cleopatra pools and for lockers too which you can pay your tour guide and they will give you the key.

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes always make sure to know these extra costs before booking!

[@sheelas3330]

Thanks for this tip!

[@GreegTutorial]

Now it is 800

[@nel5518]

@@GreegTutorial now its 1100. crazy.

[@maraandrus6278]

So beautiful. What a large historic city too. Cotton Castles-cool.

[@worldwildhearts]

Pamukkale is pretty amazing! Definitely a must-visit when in Turkey

[@LoyalFriend62]

I worked as a tour guide in Turkiye --too briefly. I am impressed with the integration of maps and drone footage into the program. I also appreciate the calm tone in your narration. Many people who were privileged to visit some of these sites in Turkiye in the 1960s or before may attest to pollution and environmental degradation due to 'developments' and urbanization nearby. I hope your efforts do not end up convincing irresponsible people (foreign and domestic) to swarm into sites like this, and leave their unwanted 'legacy' behind...

[@MeganAnimalLover]

I just love your videos. They are very informative, very professionally done and very enjoyable to watch. You two are awesome together. Your voice is very soothing as well. Thank you for sharing.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks so much!

[@OlegShyolk]

I love his very calm voice. It makes me relaxed)

[@asliepolat]

Welcome to our hometown. I hope it was delightful experience 🙏🏻

[@aibanuigilik5761]

Thanks guys I am visited in this wonderful place Pamukkale just relaxing 😌 amazing place

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes it’s great 😍

[@HintonTheTrail]

Hey guys, we stumbled upon your channel a few weeks ago and love the content. You do a great job telling a story and showing people where to go. We’ve been full time RVing for 2 1/2 years now and our goal is to travel over seas starting the end of 2023. It’s a long ways off but we just keep adding to our list of places to go. You’re helping us with that list with your beautiful locations! Thank you!! -Chris & Suzannah

[@worldwildhearts]

That’s so nice to hear! We’re glad the videos are inspiring / helping you plan your own trip. That will be an amazing adventure when you’re able to travel overseas. One of our dreams is to travel around in an RV as well. Maybe we can switch lives at some point 😅🤷‍♂️

[@HintonTheTrail]

@@worldwildhearts We'll be coming off the road in late summer 2022 so Chris can start preparing for the Appalachian Trail in 2023. So...we'll be selling our truck (Mando) and fifth-wheel (Tandy) so there's an option for you. 😂 The goal is for him to finish the trail and to be in Germany for Oktoberfest '23 and then start our European adventures.

[@worldwildhearts]

@@HintonTheTrail nice! We met a couple people who completed the Appalachian Trail a few years ago. They absolutely loved it. Their pictures looked amazing. Good to know about the truck and 5th wheel! 👍 always nice to know what options are out there. If you’re doing research about your upcoming Europe adventures and have any questions, let us know. We’ve been to a fair bit of countries around Europe. Don’t have videos of all the places yet since we only have been focussing on KZbin since last year, but have lots of knowledge in our brains from our experiences there!

[@HintonTheTrail]

@@worldwildhearts We definitely will. Suzannah will be doing a lot of our planning while I'm hiking for 5-months. ha ha. We downloaded the 100 bucket list places. We have so many on our list so thanks for adding more. 😂😂 I'm sure we'll be reaching out for more info in the future and are looking forward to following your journey's. -Chris & Suzannah

[@smaqbool1]

Very informative and beautifully made

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks a lot

[@GlobalBizlife]

Wow love those caves.

[@worldwildhearts]

yes it's a unique sight

[@MatthewFradley]

Very beautiful😍😍😍

[@shinsongomi]

Thank you, i like this video 💐💐

[@leesydneyharry7958]

Absolutely beautiful!❤️🙏🇦🇺

[@worldwildhearts]

Pamukkale is such a unique place in this world! 🌎

[@johnleotv5811]

Absolutely beautiful

[@worldwildhearts]

Absolutely is!!

[@kashifsaleem8065]

Thanks for sharing. I didn't know about the cabe before. I have a trip to Turkey next month will definitely visit these places.

[@worldwildhearts]

No one seems to know about the cave! It’s a quick stop but pretty cool as it’s the same as the thermal pools but just inside the cave

[@faridjahed]

One more site off my bucketlist

[@kimberleyray6438]

Thankyou for your videos :)

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! ☺️

[@sallymaitimu6204]

Love your video.... plan to visit Turkey. The best to you both!

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!! You’ll enjoy Turkey 😍🇹🇷

[@Frankie_Travels]

I'm going to Turkey in 2 weeks. Your videos are beautiful. Do you need any permit to bring in your drone to Turkey?

[@mariachhangte9131]

First I thought that was Pandora where the Metkayina Clan lived in….such a nice place❤😘

[@worldwildhearts]

It’s a beautiful place to visit!

[@BoydXplorer]

Great upload. Thanks for sharing an excellent video. Interesting to watch. Keep up the good work.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you!! 😁

[@alies711]

Thank you for the great video. Bravo

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching!

[@ashwinipounikar7537]

Nice Good video Shooting skills 🎉keep it up❤

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!

[@AnkleSnapper72]

Approaching 4k subscribers. Keep doing videos like this and you will attract thousands more. Thank you.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for the kind words!! We appreciate the support 🙌

[@dirtydoji]

Great video. Love the succinct, beautiful presentation, including the 3D landscape map cuts which makes it much easier for non-natives to figure out where everything is. You guys have potential. Wish you much success.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you for watching! We’re glad you like the video style 😊 yes, the 3D maps is something that takes a long time to create, but we also think it’s valuable for everyone to see where things are in relation to each other. Welcome to our channel 🤗

[@TheReyes351]

Beautiful and different place. I see that it is far from Istanbul😕. I guess, it will be on my list for next time.

[@worldwildhearts]

Yes it's a bit far! Easier to visit from Izmir / Antalya areas

[@daniareyes9841]

@@worldwildhearts Thank you.

[@sumitchaudhuri]

Amazing video Footage from iphone? Saw ur cannon mirrorless draped around your neck

[@worldwildhearts]

Mostly Go Pro and the Canon camera!

[@Osman-b3s]

Excellent place

[@worldwildhearts]

It is!

[@HassanAli-mz2wz]

great person beautiful place

[@friendlynotary7935]

If you want to sit inside the thermal pools do you recommend taking towels and a change of clothes? is there a place to change or wash after you sit inside the pool? what's the best strategy to walk around and sit inside to enjoy the sunset?

[@62hermione]

No

[@briantravelman]

That sunset shot was incredible! I didn't know about those caves. I probably wouldn't have been able to get there anyways, but they look incredible! I visited Karin though, which is closer to Antalya, but not as spectacular. You're right that there's so much more to see than just the thermal pools. And it's even better without the masses of tourists.

[@worldwildhearts]

It was one of the most amazing sunsets we’ve ever seen! We haven’t heard about Karin, but will hopefully check it out one day. Our turkey trip is coming to a close tomorrow as we’re leaving from Istanbul to Belgium. Definitely will be coming back to turkey one day

[@briantravelman]

@@worldwildhearts Karain. It's not that impressive, unless you're interested in the archaeological findings there.

[@SuperRabbit36]

@@worldwildhearts How long were you guys in Turkey!? Did you notice the exchange rate increase its crazy at the moment... We are going to Izmir in February... After Hurghada and Luxor.. Thank you for your fantastic videos. Best wishes for 2022..Warren and Nigel

[@worldwildhearts]

We were in Turkey for 2.5 months! Yes we did see it happening! When we entered Turkey it was about 11 Lira for a euro and by the end of it it was almost up to 19 🤯 have fun!!! We’re in Luxor right now actually!

[@SuperRabbit36]

@@worldwildhearts How is Luxor!!? 🤔 We are so looking forward to our trip... We have a two day trip there and a ballon trip at dawn... I see its really chilly at night and early morning but glorious in the day

[@arianacounts5726]

Thanks for sharing…. I have watch a lot of your videos and I am actually going to turkey in June. I staying in Capp,bodrum and ist. Which city would you say is the closest? I would love to visit while I’m there.

[@worldwildhearts]

Probably Bodrum! Though it will still take time to get there. Are you thinking of a day trip there? Might be easier to spend the night there at least

[@AoParaklitus]

Welcome to our City. I hope you enjoyed.

[@safiyaart]

How far is it from Ankara?

[@AoParaklitus]

@@safiyaart Pamukkale takes 7 hours journey by buses from Ankara.

[@lauraquigley1548]

Amazing

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks

[@karimamar1186]

Hey guys, lovely video and channel. Any hotel recommendation in pamukkale?

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! We stayed in the nearby city Denizli. But we'd definitely recommend staying in Pamukkale town itself because then you can walk to the entrance from there. Unfortunately we don't have any recommendations...

[@karimamar1186]

@@worldwildhearts lovr your channel and videos guys. Anytime I go somewhere I check whether you made a video about the place ! 😅

[@agustinepatrang4100]

Ist dream, ist beautiful 😍😍🥰🥰

[@cozettecrimp4831]

what time of year did you go? We're going in October, do you think it'll still be warm enough to swim?

[@worldwildhearts]

We were there at the end of October! We had 26 degrees Celsius that day.. but of course every year is different

[@shahidanusrat6086]

Awesome vlog

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you 🥰

[@inesmosbah6536]

Hello. Incredible video. Thank you for sharing. Can i ask how much it costs to rent a car to caves? How far it is from the center and are there buses that go there?

[@worldwildhearts]

There definitely are no buses there as it’s super hidden! Not many people know about it. A car rental is pretty cheap, you can probably rent it from Denizli or another big city for less than 30$ a day. It would be better to use the rental car to visit both pamukkale and the caves though as the caves are just a small part (takes maybe 1hour total to visit) so wouldn’t rent a car just for that

[@bashayiral-ajeel2725]

Hi, Thank you for the great upload. Do you have any recommendations for the best hotel to stay in?

[@worldwildhearts]

We stayed at an Airbnb in Denizli! However I’d definitely recommend staying in Pamukkale itself if you can

[@angelsoto1475]

There is a similar place in Tolantongo Mexico

[@odethmagalong1067]

mahal Alberto Orense lets go there..

[@sudeshna4678]

Hi. I'm sure you guys brilliant research before going here. Can you help me with one info. Is this visit worth during December? I have an extra day at Antalya

[@worldwildhearts]

It will be a bit cold there in December (and sometimes rainy). But it's definitely possible. For swimming it might be difficult. We were there at the end of October and it was already quite chilly getting into the pools

[@bellagreen6660]

Also consider that is a few hours trip, 4-5 hours

[@yeonheebuehler9140]

We are going in January. Can we swim in cleopatra pool and pamukkale pool? How many days did you stay and suggest for us?

[@worldwildhearts]

It might be a bit cold at that time! also check for opening hours during that time as it's the low season. We stayed only 1 full day in Pamukkale itself and visited other sights nearby on the second day. It's enough to explore!

[@theexpattvshow127]

Hey guys, thanks for your video! We enjoyed watching it. We are thinking about going this weekend, January in Turkey. The forecast is for super sunny, but only around 15 Celsius. My questions are is the water cold or can you find hot pools to mitigate the cold and do you know if they allow water shoes? Thanks in advance!

[@worldwildhearts]

Awesome! You’ll enjoy it! That’s a lot colder than we were there! Well the hottest of all pools is the little running stream on the side of the pools! They look like little jacuzzis. Other pools were lukewarm but doable once you’re in them. 😊 getting out again is the hardest part 😉

[@vanshika0311]

Hey guys, thanks for sharing details as always. Wondering what would be the cost for a full day tour from kusadasi to pamukkale, and for other tours ephusus and underground caves for cappdocia. Any comments?

[@worldwildhearts]

It's hard to say what the prices are right now for Pamukkale! But shouldn't be more than 50 USD from there. It's a long drive from Kusadasi though! For Ephesus, that's very closeby and you could probably find something cheaper or get there even by public transportation and then save big. For Cappadocia, you'll have to fly most likely as that's really far. You can check tours via our link in the description!

[@505ABCDEFGH]

Question: Is it possible to visit these places without a tour guide?

[@worldwildhearts]

Of course! We also did it without a tour guide. You can just pay for the entrance and then explore on your own!

[@zo5211]

Can a senior with knee pain walk without trouble to the thermal pools? My mother has a hard time with hills, steps and inclines and I’m unsure if she would enjoy the experience.

[@worldwildhearts]

It's possible, but you'll need to take your shoes off once you get to the travertine pools. You can access via the ancient city of Hierapolis so you don't need to walk up the hill! It's relatively flat from the entrance there, and I remember seeing some carts driving around for an extra fee as well! enjoy!

[@GamePlay_7860]

is pamukkale thermal pool wheelchair friendly?

[@worldwildhearts]

No you have to walk onto the pools unfortunately.

[@ckarrenrivera1344]

I hope to visit too

[@worldwildhearts]

I hope so too for you!

[@caesar5555]

Thank you! What is the best time of the year to go?

[@worldwildhearts]

Probably around the spring or fall as it will be less busy but still warm enough to swim in the pools

[@caesar5555]

Dec possible?

[@sureshreloaded]

Thanks for the video. I am planning to visit there next month .. Do they have buggy or shuttle service there because there are elder people travelling with me.

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching! There was a shuttle service indeed. Some golf carts at the entrance (I think it might be a paid service). Enjoy Pamukkale 😍

[@sureshreloaded]

​@@worldwildhearts thanks a lot for the reply..

[@pauloandfilipa]

Hello there, quick question. Did you have any issues traveling with a Drone to Turkey? Is some kind of authorization needed or paperwork for a Drone with 249 grams? Many thanks in advance.

[@worldwildhearts]

We didn’t have any issues. However, it wasn’t allowed to fly in pamukkale. We used stock footage for that place.

[@pauloandfilipa]

Many thanks for the reply and keep up the good work 😁👍

[@thelpirot5073]

What is the name of the nearest town I can fly into to experience balloon ride as well as a few hours in the pools? Can you bathe comfort ably in the terraces?

[@worldwildhearts]

The nearest airport to Pamukkale is Denizli. You can spend a full day at the ruins / pools. For the do so you mean Cappadocia? Because that’s definitely still a bit away and you would need to fly into Nevsehir Kapadokya Airport

[@pioquintoclinic2467]

What month did you go?

[@worldwildhearts]

End of October!

[@morslikada6113]

Thanks

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@mediaartplus]

Nice vlog

[@worldwildhearts]

Thank you!!

[@botjemor]

Mooi, groetjes uit België 😁

[@worldwildhearts]

Bedankt!! ☺️ groetjes uit de VS!

[@RoadtrippingNomad]

Which month did you visit in?

[@worldwildhearts]

We were there at the beginning of November! It was so quiet at that time

[@RoadtrippingNomad]

It really looks amazing! Nice content too

[@Night-gam3r]

Going September can’t w8

[@rajatwtf]

I'm going in October end

[@ghjkklldfhjkkm1767]

Why?

[@safiyaart]

How far is it from Ankara?

[@worldwildhearts]

5-6 hours by car. It would be easier to do from Antalya or Izmir!

[@fassahatali9860]

What was the cost of the ticket?

[@worldwildhearts]

I think it was about 200 Turkish Liras, which also includes entrance to the ancient city of Hierapolis!

[@amanihisyam192]

How the price of the tickets and what include? Have any taxi ride there?

[@worldwildhearts]

I think it was 110TL for the entrance of pamukkale/hierapolis. We also paid an additional fee for the audioguide (more or less 50TL extra). There are taxis in the area but we didn’t take one. Would be easiest to park at the base entrance below if you are taking the taxi because it’s closest to town

[@joannat9071]

hi can you walk around the area with shoes if you dont intend to have a dip in the water

[@worldwildhearts]

You can walk around the area with shoes and take pictures of the pools, but the pamukkale white cotton castles area itself you can only do without shoes. It’s also wet as there’s water flowing.

[@reneleforde9406]

how much was the entrance fee to swim in cleopatra's pool? I'm seeing diff prices

[@worldwildhearts]

That’s because the value of the Lira is fluctuating so much so they are changing prices all the time! I think when we were there it was about 50 lira I think but that was when the lira was really devaluated

[@emmakazmi6353]

Where did you stay at Pamukkale? 💕

[@worldwildhearts]

We booked an AirBnB in Denizli, which is about 20-30mins from Pamukkale. We had a car, so it was easy enough for us to drive. But if you don't have one, we'd recommend staying in Pamukkale itself! I rememeber they have quite some places just down from the pools, in the center.

[@dronetheworld4k67]

why drones are not allowed there ? how did u no ? i visited many cities in turkey and flew my drone normally !...

[@worldwildhearts]

There were many “no drone” signs at Pamukkale. The security also told us. But there are many other places in Turkey where it’s allowed to fly indeed. Rules might be changing over time as well

[@dronetheworld4k67]

@World Wild Hearts that's funny I wonder why drones r not allowed specifically, if u know the glass terrace in sabanja and mashoqia I literally asked the tickets attendant if I can fly the drone he said yeah just do it 😄 also in trabzon ozongol lake I flew it also there was a police dept down there with no drones allowed sign, but nothing happened, in general I flew my drone in many places in turkey and I find turkish people really easy going, but pamukale seems different...

[@amanferu8857]

How many days enough

[@worldwildhearts]

You can visit Pamukkale in a day!

[@jamsheerhasbijamshi9717]

Ore poli my dream place

[@worldwildhearts]

You should go!!

[@Night-gam3r]

How much was it to go in there

[@worldwildhearts]

It wasn’t very expensive! About 5-10€ each when we were there but the prices are constantly changing!

[@Night-gam3r]

@@worldwildhearts bro smh thats not expensive at all ! And im from uk hahaha heard there are nice beach 🏖 in izmir ?

[@lanellmantey2795]

Nice video

[@worldwildhearts]

Thanks!! 😊

[@aidecavadova9368]

Yeni gelin dizisinin bir bolumu burada cekilmisdi

[@usmanasifx3937]

Ducky bhai video dekh ka ana wala like karo😅❤️

[@bbcclash3163]

U know me and i am going here asap

[@beratibukur7476]

😍🥰❤️👍

[@Lil_monke69]

ITS THE PLACE FROM GENSHIN

[@Elizabeth-rk3nb]

Hooooo llegue aquí por LingQ

[@Loimike31]

They ruined this place, this use to be very beautiful a couple years back. Water that used to fill the pools are now being diverted to provide water to the resort below. You can see the ditch/ canal they created to divert the water.

[@worldwildhearts]

It’s sad!! We hope that they will change this again soon because it’s such a magical place

[@AtomicExplosion95695]

civilizations 6 players whats up

[@desi-cb7li]

great

[@nikolazivkovic8640]

Hrvatski

[@juiceeeebabe]

Is there a bus from the airport to the hot spring?

[@worldwildhearts]

Not that we’ve heard of… are you flying to Denizli airport? There might be one to the town of Pamukkale which is so small that it would be easy to walk from there