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Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema

94 Reviews 4.40 out of 5 stars Based on 94 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor |
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Istanbul, Turkey

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Overview

Seeing whirling dervishes is a way of altering your normal state of consciousness to give it a tour of the magical world.

Watching dancers occupied by a state of hyper consciousness and maintaining an outstanding balance is a magnificent scene. Attending the Whirling Dervishes and Mevlevi ceremony is undoubtedly something you should never miss if you are in the area.

What's Included

  • Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
  • Pick up and drop off
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Meeting Location

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Alemdar
Hoca Rüstem Sk. No:, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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What To Expect

Kızlarağa Medresesi

The Mevlevi Sema ceremony is a Sufi ceremony that symbolizes the degrees of the path to Allah, contains religious elements and themes, and has detailed rules and qualities in this form. Mevlevi was the son of Mavlana Jalaluddin Rumi. It was performed in a disciplined manner starting from the time of Sultan Veled and Ulu Arif Celebi. These rules were developed until the time of Pir Adil Celebi and have taken their final form to the present day.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-296440P4

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94 reviews

Average 4.40 out of 5 stars based on 94 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
  • Pick up and drop off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).

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