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Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony with Optional Transfer

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Goreme, Turkey
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1 hour (approx.)
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Overview

The Sema ceremony represents the mystical journey of man's spiritual ascent through love and his search for truth and perfection. It is believed that once man has returned from his spiritual journey, he can love and be of service to all creatures surrounding him. Tonight, you have the opportunity to experience an authentic Cappadocian ceremony and witness an ancient Turkish ritual.

You will be collected from your accommodation in Cappadocia and transported by luxury air-conditioned transport to the caravanserais, (caravan places). These abodes were built when trade across Turkey in medieval Seljuk times was dependent on camel trains. The buildings provided accommodation for the merchants and stabling for their animals. Today these ancient structures are the site of The Sema.

The ceremony lasts for one hour and during this time your friendly and professional English-speaking guide will talk you through the ceremony and introduce you to Serbet, a traditional religious libation

What's Included

  • Şerbet (traditional Ottoman soft drink)
  • Venue admission / Ceremony entrance fee
  • Ive Sema ceremony performed by Whirling Dervishes
  • Food
  • Hotel pickup
  • Transportation to venue (unless optional transfer is purchased)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “with Hotel Transfer”.

Pickup details

Pick-up from hotel lobby

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Meeting point

For the option “Meeting at location”.

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Nevşehir Ürgüp Yolu, 50650 Ortahisar/Ürgüp/Nevşehir, Türkiye

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Dervis Evi Whirling Dervishes

The whole ceremony takes around one hour and we offer 'Serbet', a religious drink, after the ceremony. Turkish Heritage Travel picks you up from your hotel in Goreme or other towns of Cappadocia half an hour earlier, which will give you enough time to see the parts of the caravanserai prior to ceremony.
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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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony with Optional Transfer?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Şerbet (traditional Ottoman soft drink)
  • Venue admission / Ceremony entrance fee
  • Ive Sema ceremony performed by Whirling Dervishes
  • Food
  • Hotel pickup
  • Transportation to venue (unless optional transfer is purchased)

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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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