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Day trips from Hatay

Best Day Trips from Hatay 2026

Where a single day out of Hatay can take you, and exactly how to make each trip work.

By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer

The short answer: start with Samandağ & Titus Tunnel (Seleucia Pieria), Harbiye Waterfalls (Ancient Daphne) and İskenderun Seafront Day Trip. This guide profiles 6+ day trips in Hatay, with prices, timing, and the practical notes that decide whether each one earns a place in your plan.

Hatay is Turkey's southernmost province, a slender finger of land bordering Syria and the Mediterranean Sea. Its capital, Antakya—the ancient Antioch on the Orontes—was one of the great cities of the Roman and early Christian world. Hatay's layered history, distinctive Arab-influenced cuisine, and multicultural society (Turkish, Arabic, Alevi, Armenian, and Greek Orthodox communities have coexisted here for centuries) make it unlike anywhere else in Turkey. Note: a magnitude-7.8 earthquake on 6 February 2023 severely damaged Antakya; many historic structures collapsed and rebuilding is ongoing. Travellers will find a city in resilient reconstruction rather than a fully restored old town.

Top day trips

Handpicked excursions within easy reach.

32 km from Antakya

Samandağ & Titus Tunnel (Seleucia Pieria)

Car (Hatay Airport rental recommended) or dolmuş to Samandağ (₺20/$0.59) + taxi to Çevlik (₺40/$1.18)
11 km from Antakya

Harbiye Waterfalls (Ancient Daphne)

Dolmuş from Antakya centre near Atatürk statue (₺10/$0.29, departs every 20 min) or taxi (~₺60/$1.76)
45 km from Antakya

İskenderun Seafront Day Trip

Dolmuş from Antakya Yeni Garaj (₺45–60/$1.32–1.76, 1 hour, frequent departures)
145 km from Antakya

Adana City Day Trip

Bus from Antakya Yeni Garaj (₺120–200/$3.53–5.88, 2 hours; multiple daily departures; Metro Turizm, Varan) or rental car
185 km from Antakya

Gaziantep Day Trip (Antep)

Bus from Antakya Yeni Garaj (₺150–250/$4.41–7.35; multiple daily; Özkaymak, Metro Turizm) or rental car
55 km from Antakya

Arsuz Beach Day Trip

Car from Antakya or dolmuş to İskenderun (₺45/$1.32, 1h) then local dolmuş to Arsuz (₺15/$0.44, 30 min)

Day trip tips

Make the most of your excursions.

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Start early — most popular day-trip destinations get crowded by mid-morning.

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Check return transport times before you leave — missing the last train or bus can be costly.

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Carry water, snacks, and layers — weather and food options can be limited at smaller destinations.

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