Journée à Pamukkale, Hiérapolis et accès à bains thermaux

Bodrum Airport VIP Lounge & Service for Bodrum hotels

Enjoy a more relaxed way to end your holiday with the Bodrum Airport VIP Lounge. You'll have up to two hours to enjoy all-inclusive hot and cold snacks, drinks and Wi-Fi. This will help ensure you'll keep the post-holiday blues at bay until the very last moment.On arrival at Bodrum Airport, you'll be greeted and assisted with check-in, security clearance and passport control. Then, once you're in departures, you'll be able to take advantage of the VIP lounge.Make use of the free Wi-Fi and let the children play in the kids' corner – it's a great way to pass the time before your flight. What's more, depending on the time of day, there's breakfast, hot and cold starters, or soup, bread and salads. And with a selection of drinks available too, you're sure to feel those holiday vibes until the moment you take off.

Ancient Stratonikeia and Lagina tour

Known as the City of Eternal Love, Stratonikia is an ancient place with a parade of historic periods on display. On this tour, you'll explore one of Turkey's most enthralling archaeological sites before heading on to nearby Lagina, home of the renowned Hecate Sanctuary.The tour begins with a guided visit to Stratonikeia, an ancient city founded in the 3rd century BC by the Seleucid king Antiochus I and named after his wife, Stratonice. It was a significant city in the region during the Hellenistic period and served as a centre for trade and commerce. On arrival, you'll be offered a cup of traditional Turkish tea, while snacks such as gözleme – a filled Turkish flatbread or toasted sandwiches will be available to buy if you'd like something to snack on. As you wander past grand colonnades, Roman baths and cobbled streets, you'll reach the impressive theatre that once seated around 12,000 spectators – it's a glimpse into the city's glorious past.After exploring Stratonikeia, you'll continue to Lagina, the sacred centre dedicated to Hecate, the goddess associated with magic, the night, the moon, crossroads and the supernatural. The site's entrance, ceremonial route and temple ruins give a real sense of the rituals that once took place here, making it one of the region's most intriguing ancient sanctuaries.

Full-day Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour with thermal pool stop

One of Mother Nature's masterpieces, Pamukkale, which translates as Cotton Castle, is a spectacle of water-filled terraces that've been slowly sculpted over thousands of years. You'll head out from Bodrum to check out this UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore the ancient ruins of Hierapolis. Mehmet, one of our local expert guides, says, “people travelled for weeks to bathe in the waters of Pamukkale, believing they brought strength, clarity and even a bit of luck. The same springs that drew ancient travellers are still flowing today, shaping the terraces day by day. The landscape never stops evolving.”You'll arrive at Pamukkale with time to explore at your own pace, taking in the mountainside terraces where natural springs have solidified into snowy-white stalactites, ripples and cliffs. Just above the terraces sit the ruins of Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city that once drew visitors from across the empire. Its grand theatre, necropolis and old bathhouses are spread across the plateau, giving you plenty to explore beyond the white pools below.Pick-up will be in the early morning so that you can set off in time to reach Pamukkale for early afternoon, with a comfort break in the town of Mugla along the way. After your visit to the terraces and ruins, you'll stop to recharge at the Pam Thermal Hotel. There's a lunch included, too, and there's even time for a dip in the hotel's thermal pool if you fancy it – the perfect way to wrap up a day spent checking out one of Turkey's most iconic natural wonders.

Bodrum standard gulet boat cruise by Outback Yachting

With turquoise seas beckoning you to explore more of Bodrum's beautiful coastline, this cruise is the ultimate mix of exploration and relaxation. You'll sail out on a gulet operated by Outback Yachting to while away the hours, with swimming stops and an al fresco lunch included.Your captain knows these waters like the back of their hand, dropping anchor at hidden coves where the Aegean's so clear you'll spot fish before you even dive in. Bring your snorkelling gear and explore at your own pace, or simply float in the clear water. Between swims, relaxing on deck, sunbathing and taking in the ever-changing views are the order of the day.Lunch brings everyone together at the captain's table for a feast of Turkish classics including meatballs, a rainbow of meze dishes and fresh salads. It's the kind of day where time slows down, the sun warms your skin and you remember what it feels like to properly switch off.

ATV or buggy off-road tour from Bodrum

Rev up for an off-road adventure on this guided tour. Choose your ride – an ATV or a buggy – and get ready to tear through rugged terrains, splash through muddy trails and zoom through forests. Perfect for adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike, there's pure excitement in store as you cruise through the Turkish countryside. With top-notch safety gear and an expert guide leading the way, you're in for an adrenaline-packed adventure. Just remember, this is no place for your Sunday best – it's going to get muddy!

Pamukkale Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Experience & Hierapolis Visit

Pamukkale is spectacular seen from the ground – but even better with bird's eye views. See one of Turkey's top natural treasures from above with this hot air balloon experience. You'll need to rise and shine well before sunrise, but it's all worth it. Soar over the cotton-white calcium terraces before touching down to visit the Roman ruins of Hierapolis, too.

Bodrum Private Gulet Boat Cruise

A traditional Turkish gulet is your vessel for the day on this exclusive, private cruise. Best of all, it's reserved solely for you and your party. Let your captain sail along Bodrum's picture-perfect coast as you while away the hours sunbathing and swimming – there are at least three swim and snorkel stops. And come lunchtime, tuck into a traditional Turkish lunch on board.

Bodrum 4x4 nature tour with optional buggy ride

Ready for a day of exploring? You'll meet the crew in Torba, jump in your 4x4 and cruise up to Omerli Tepe for views over the peninsula, followed by a coffee break in Camlik. Then, it's into the Black Valley to see the water reservoir, wishing tree, turtle lake and Black Forest. After lunch in Etrim, you'll head to the Tomato Eco Village for optional zip-lining and, if the weather's playing ball, pool time and a foam party. If you're not quite ready to slow down, you can hop into a buggy for an optional off-road ride before heading back.

White water rafting experience on the Dalaman River

This full day tour is a chance for thrill-seekers to conquer the bubbling whitewater rapids of the River Dalaman. You'll head out in a raft with an expert guide, so no experience is required. Then after the action, you'll sit down to lunch and the chance to pick out some top photos and videos from your day.

Bodrum Turkish Bath with Transport

Turkish baths are synonymous the world over with relaxation and rejuvenation. The bath house, or hammam, has been a central part of life in Turkey for centuries, and with good reason – they're a serious refresher for the mind, body and soul. Change into your swimwear in a cubicle, wrap yourself in a towel and step into the marble-tiled hammam or steam room. Relax on a heated marble bench and let the warm steam open your pores and ease the toxins from your skin. Then lie on a warm stone slab for an exfoliating body scrub, receive a bubbly foam massage, before rounding off your pampering with a 20-minute massage with essential oils – bliss (the oil massage is optional and can be selected by guests via modality). Once you've cooled off, you'll come away feeling utterly refreshed.