



Duration
daily
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Turkish, English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
That sounds like a truly authentic experience! The Konya Mevlana Museum and Sema Ceremony Daily Tour offers a deep dive into the mystical world of the Whirling Dervishes, combining history, spirituality, and tradition.
Here’s a quick overview of what participants can expect:
Highlights
Itinerary
19:30 – 20:00 | Arrive at the Venue
Arrive early to find a good seat and prepare yourself for the Sema Ceremony. It's a wonderful opportunity to meditate on the spiritual atmosphere before the ceremony begins.
20:00 – 21:00 | Sema Ceremony
Be transported into a sacred world of Mevlevi music and whirling dance. The ceremony will start with the Noble Eulogy to the Prophet Muhammad, followed by the flute solo, and the Circling of Veled. The ceremony unfolds in four selam segments, each with its own unique meaning.
The 13-member group will perform in perfect harmony, including the Postnishin, Head Whirling Dervish, 5 Whirling Dervishes, and mutrip delegation (6 musicians). The powerful music, composed by Itri and other composers like Pir Adil Çelebi, will accompany the sacred whirling dance. The Ney (flute), oud, and kettledrum will fill the air with mystical sounds, drawing you into the heart of Sufism.
Post-Ceremony: Reflection and Departure
21:00 – 21:30 | Post-Ceremony Discussion
After the ceremony, take some time to reflect on the experience and discuss the meanings of the ritual with the group or guide. This is a good opportunity to ask questions about the Sema and its spiritual significance.
21:30 | Return to Hotel
After the ceremony, you can either return to your hotel or take a peaceful walk in Konya, absorbing the serene energy left by the ritual.
Trip includes
Included
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Private transportation
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
1 Hour Mevlana Museum and Sema Ceremony
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Excluded
Lunch & Dinner



Insurance: All types
Tips
Hotel
room taxes
Turkey
entry visa
Hotel
room taxes
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold
drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the
included section
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