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Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey

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Get ready to be enchanted by Turkey’s Whirling Dervishes traditional ‘sema’ Mevleviye dance ceremony at the iconic Hodjapasha Dance Theater in Istanbul!

- Having the chance to watch the mystical ritual of the Mevlevi Order, whose whirling dance has been declared a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity.

- Enjoy a drink and some Turkish delight from the bar, and then sit captivated as the dervishes’ glide around the stage in their eye-catching robes; it’s the perfect evening out for a taste of age-old Istanbul culture.

- Feeling the atmosphere of Relish the inspiring and fascination transcendental performance by the Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul.

What's Included

  • Whirling Dervishes Ceremony (SEMA)
  • Sufi Music Concert
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Hodjapasha
Hocapasa HamamI Sk. No:3 D:B, Istanbul 34410, Turkiye

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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
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • Photography is not allowed

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey?

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

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

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Activity code: C-5744ISTDERVISH

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Average 4.01 out of 5 stars based on 141 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Whirling Dervishes Ceremony (SEMA)
  • Sufi Music Concert
  • Hotel 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
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • Photography is not allowed

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