Daily Hatay Samandag Tour
Highlights
- St. Simon Monastery: Explore the mountain sanctuary associated with St. Simon the Stylite and early Christian pilgrimage.
- Vakıflı Village: Discover the Armenian heritage and cultural traditions of this distinctive Hatay village.
- Hıdırbey & the Moses Tree: Visit historic Hıdırbey Village and see its famous landmark tree.
- Flavours of Hatay: Learn about regional specialties such as künefe, hummus and prawns.
- Local Crafts & Souvenirs: Browse wooden handicrafts and other locally made keepsakes.
Overview
Discover Samandağ's spiritual and cultural heritage on this full-day tour from Hatay. Visit St. Simon Monastery, the 5th-century pillar-saint sanctuary perched on Samandağ's highest peak, then explore the Armenian village of Vakıflı and historic Hıdırbey Village, sampling Hatay's celebrated cuisine along the way.
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After morning pick-up from your hotel, travel to Samandağ to visit St. Simon Monastery, an ancient pilgrimage site associated with St. Simon the Stylite. Learn about his life as a pillar ascetic and the monastery’s religious history as you explore its mountain setting.
Continue to Vakıflı Village, known for its Armenian heritage and cultural traditions. Then visit Hıdırbey Village and see the famous Moses Tree. Along the way, discover Hatay’s culinary specialties, including prawns, künefe and hummus, and browse local wooden crafts and souvenirs. After the tour, return to your hotel.
Trip includes
Included
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method Fully guided
English
Lunch
Pick up from your hotel
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Drop back to your hotel
Guided Daily Hatay Samandag Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
International or Domestic flights
Insurance: All types
Personal expenses:
Extras at a hotel, or additional meals
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
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