Pamukkale hot air balloon ride from Antalya is 14 hour guided tour to fly over cotton castle and to visit Hierapolis and the travertines of Pamukkale.
A serene sunrise that casts a warm glow across the horizon awaits you. As you take to the skies you will be hard pressed on where to feast your eyes. The sunrise will delight your vision along the horizon as you soar over the ancient ruins of Hierapolis and soak up the white wonders of Pamukkale. The hot air balloon ride is a tour that should take pride of place in your holiday itinerary. It truly is the chance of a lifetime and at such affordable prices, one not to be missed!
Many guests have dreamed of flying above Cappadocia but are deterred by the long journey. The hot air balloon excursion in Pamukkale allows for a shorter journey to experience this adventure. As you witness the ancient ruins below and wonder at the marvels of the landscape you will soon realise that this is equally as beautiful and exciting as any other excursion.
Post flight you will have the opportunity to explore the area on foot and you will get to see up close and personally the ruins that you first saw from a bird’s eye view. Hierapolis is the ancient spa town found at the top of the famous travertines of Pamukkale. Here you can witness ancient baths, amphitheatres and even a gymnasium. You can take a dip in the thermal pools and experience the healing properties of the mineral rich thermal waters.
This is a great opportunity to combine adventure, nature and history and will appeal to every traveller on many levels.
Cost of the Pamukkale hot air balloon ride from Antalya is €115 per person in 2024.
Prices on our website are updated regularly depending on the high – low season. To avoid it, make an early reservation.
Type | Age | Price |
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Adult | 12 years and older | €115 |
Child | 6 – 11 years old | €115 |
Departure Point – Free pick up from all hotels in Antalya.
Departure Time – 2 to 3 AM (Pick up time may change depending on your hotel location)
Duration – 14 hours in total in which 1 hour is the flight time.
You will need to be prepared for a very early start. Get ready in the small hours so that you can complete the journey to Pamukkale in plenty of time to catch the sunrise. Exact times will vary according to the location of your hotel, but times will be confirmed upon booking.
You will be collected in a VIP transfer vehicle with your private chauffeur for the day. You will set off into the Taurus mountains with your final destination just a few hours away. You will be greeted at the flight centre by your experienced pilot who will run through some instructions with you preflight. Then all that remains is for the balloons to be filled and for you to step into your basket.
After an approximately one-hour flight you will arrive back on solid ground where there will be a champagne toast. Raise a glass in celebration of the completion of your flight and receive a commemoration certificate.
It well may be time to grab some breakfast at this point or you may wish to further explore the wonders of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. The choice is yours! When you are ready to say farewell to the ancient spa town, all that remains is your return journey to Antalya. Your friendly driver will whisk you away back to the southern coast where you will arrive at your hotel feeling tired but exhilarated.
Thanks to the favourable climate in Turkiye, you can experience the best sunrises all year round.
Your balloon ride lasts up to an hour, depending on the available thermals and flight conditions. You will be able to watch the sun rise as well as taking in the countryside and the sights below.
Yes, absolutely! Bring your camera or smartphone along to capture the breathtaking views and create lasting memories, just make sure that you hold on to your devices.
Layering up is the best option. Daytime temperatures can reach 40 degrees in the mid-summer months, but it may be a bit chilly during dawn at higher altitude. It’s also a good idea to wear your bathing suits underneath to take advantage of a dip in the thermal pools of Pamukkale.