Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony with Optional Transfer
At a glance
Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony with Optional Transfer is a 1h guided experience in Cappadocia, Turkey, operated by Tourmania. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 282 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $28.55 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Şerbet (traditional Ottoman soft drink), Venue admission / Ceremony entrance fee, ive Sema ceremony performed by Whirling Dervishes.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 282 travellers
- Skip-the-line entry saves time at busy sights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h
- Group
- Small group, up to 100 travellers
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
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
What's included
- Şerbet (traditional Ottoman soft drink)
- Venue admission / Ceremony entrance fee
- ive Sema ceremony performed by Whirling Dervishes
Not included
- Food
- Hotel pickup
- Transportation to venue (unless optional transfer is purchased)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
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.
Meeting point
Motif Kültür Merkezi (Sema Gösterisi Salonu)
Adres: Bahçelievler, Nevşehir Ürgüp Yolu, 50650 Ortahisar/Ürgüp/Nevşehir
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony with Optional Transfer take?
The experience lasts about 1h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $28.55 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Şerbet (traditional Ottoman soft drink); Venue admission / Ceremony entrance fee; ive Sema ceremony performed by Whirling Dervishes.
Where does it start?
Motif Kültür Merkezi (Sema Gösterisi Salonu) Adres: Bahçelievler, Nevşehir Ürgüp Yolu, 50650 Ortahisar/Ürgüp/Nevşehir
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 282 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Cappadocia.
