Bike Touring Pamukkale to Turkey’s Lake District // Cycling Turkey

Stick around to the end of the video to see "the Maldives of Turkey"--also known as Mars on Earth!
This time, we explore the "cotton castle" of Pamukkale, swim in an ancient pool under Roman columns, and almost get tired of ancient ruins (but then each next ancient site amazes us in a new way.) We also find an epic campsite after a bit of a struggle, and tackle some big uphills to make it to Salda Lake.
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• Cycling Turkey Series
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[@cmahler83]

What an AMAZING place to swim!

[@YIO777]

@8:42 that sunset view with the trees, hills, valley, clouds and haze looks so beautiful. God's creation is so full of wonders. Wow, that one is painting, prinatble, postcard worthy.

[@slow_spokes]

Thank you! 🥰

[@YIO777]

@@slow_spokes Happy New Year!

[@abidRehmani313]

best tour by cycle

[@dsa5394]

I am enjoying your trip. I like your narration during and after the trip and letting us know where you are at with text on screen. Great job.

[@jordanschwirtlich832]

This was my favorite of the three I have watched so far!

[@theCYClic]

I envy you guys a lot lot. Safe trips ahead...

[@UAA-MakRo]

I would like to meet you when you come to Pamukkale, maybe another time. The route you took was really beautiful. I also liked that you went via Babadağ instead of taking the main road. Although I came across you by chance with one of your videos, I am following you from now on. Enjoy your tours

[@slow_spokes]

Thank you! We will definitely return to Turkey. It has a special place in our hearts.

[@juliusvysniauskas6967]

Nice videos! Wonderful spots!

[@berrachedpro]

Good luck

[@user-wh8me8zl8p]

احبكم

[@user-wh8me8zl8p]

@@slow_spokes 😙😍

[@san-zd8kn]

nice

[@willemniehorster9836]

Why wash your hands after removing the turtle? How many miles do you cycle each day?