Cappadocia Whirling Dervish Ceremony

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
30 reviews
Activity provider:
Tripster Travel Cappadocia
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Cappadocia Whirling Dervish Ceremony
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
30 reviews

Watch real dervishes performing, their daily rituals in their lodges with 2 different options as “Ceremony in the authentic Cave House or in Historical Silk Road Hostel” with hotel pick up/drop off.

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Duration 2 hours
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Driver
English
Pickup included
Please wait in lobby area 5 miutes earlier then pick up time

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Elisaveta – Bulgaria

Worth it! Amazing experience. Driver came on time to pick us up from the hotel. He even offered us a view stop on the way to take pics of the beautiful sunset. Arrived on time. They seated us as per our request. Just wonderful

5
5 out of 5 stars
A
Abhidnya – India

This Ceremony is unique and a must watch! Shaheen was our guide and he gave us information about the program. Last 10mins after the Payer ends they allow you to click the Performed prayer and you are served with Cinnamon Tea!

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Itinerary

  • 6 pickup location options:

    Ürgüp, Uçhisar, Ortahisar, Avanos, Göreme, Çavuşin

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

    Motif Cultural Center, Ortahisar

    Photo stop, Visit, Tea ceremony, Traditional dance show (50 minutes)

    Optional

    Saruhan Kervansaray

    Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Tea ceremony, Traditional dance show (50 minutes)

    Optional

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

  • 6 drop-off locations:

    Avanos, Ortahisar, Uçhisar, Göreme, Ürgüp, Çavuşin

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • An amazing show with live music
  • Amazing ceremony, Cappadocia Dervish Dance
  • Ney (Read Flute), Dervish Ceremony, Derviş Evi

Full description

For this activity , which starts with your pick up from hotel , we take you to “Motif Art Center” which is an authentic Cave house in Ortahisar. Or to Saruhan Caravanserai” which is on the road to Kayseri About 10 minutes away from Avanos, 20 minutes from Urgup and Goreme . It is presented to you as a unique and impressive experience with 2 different ceremonies options prepared by the real dervishes of the Region . This is not any dance, show or tourist attraction, but a real Dervish Ceremony. That’s why during the ceremony shooting photos or videos not allowed. At the end of the official ceremony, 3 minutes additional performing for photos and videos will be realised.

Includes

  • The price includes pick up and drop off , Dervish Ceremony entrance ticket.
  • Pick ups from Mustafapasa, Ibrahin Pasa, Nevsehir, Nar and Göre (these locations out of central Cappadocia and quite far from center)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with claustrophobia
  • People with epilepsy
  • People with motion sickness
  • Babies under 1 year

Important information

Not allowed

  • Cameras
  • Professional cameras
  • Video recording
  • Photography inside
  • Audio recording

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From $39 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 30 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Elisaveta – BulgariaNovember 10, 2024 – Verified booking
Worth it! Amazing experience. Driver came on time to pick us up from the hotel. He even offered us a view stop on the way to take pics of the beautiful sunset. Arrived on time. They seated us as per our request. Just wonderful
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Abhidnya – IndiaNovember 8, 2024 – Verified booking
This Ceremony is unique and a must watch! Shaheen was our guide and he gave us information about the program. Last 10mins after the Payer ends they allow you to click the Performed prayer and you are served with Cinnamon Tea!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Angeliki – GreeceAugust 20, 2024 – Verified booking
Very good activity! Very impressive 1-hour show. The service was exceptional and the driver on time.

Product ID: 505354

Activity provider:
Tripster Travel Cappadocia

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