Motif Cultural Center, Ortahisar

Have the opportunity to experience an authentic Cappadocian ceremony. See an ancient Turkish ritual that represents the mystical journey of man's spiritual ascent through love. Gaze at the performers' incredible whirling which acts as a form of meditation. Begin your trip by being collected from your accommodation in Cappadocia. Head to the caravanserais, accommodation built in medieval Seljuk for merchants and their animals. Explore these ancient structures that are now the site of The Sema. Enjoy an inspiring 1-hour ceremony during which your friendly and professional guide will talk you through the rituals. Taste sweet Serbet, a traditional religious offering drink. Please contact your supplier for the exact time of receipt.

For this activity, which starts with your pick-up from the hotel, we take you to Dervish cave house. We accompany you on the journey that takes about 15-20 minutes. Afterwards, it is presented to you as a unique and impressive experience prepared by the real dervishes of the Region. However, it is forbidden to take videos or photos during the ceremony, at the end 5 minutes special performing will be only for photos and videos. It allows you to leave peacefully with sherbet in final, we end the event with a drop-off at the hotel. (Very Important Reminder: If you are expecting entertainment, Dance Show, Fun, Video Shooting, Photo shooting, please skip the product, because it is only a religious ceremony. some people giving us low rating, we are sorry but we are not the one performing the ceremony, we are just providing ceremony ticket with transfer)

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.

Cappadocia Dervishes Ceremony forms an excellent alternative to cultural exploration. It presents many important concepts of the Dervishes lifestyle and ideology, and gives you the chance to immerse yourself into the core of their philosophy. In addition, it is a great option for an alternative night outing, in case you wish to experience something new and away from the ordinaries. The ceremony is indeed an ideal option for people of all ages. Join Cappadocia Dervishes Ceremony and spend some quality time with your friends and family while on holidays. The price of this ceremony included a two-way transfer service from and to your place of accommodation in Cappadocia. Transfers are made with fully air conditioned and comfortable cars. The price includes also the entrance fee to the ceremony. Please note that, personal expenses are not included in the cost. While the ceremony begins with a prayer to Prophet Mohammed, you will also watch the infamous Circling of Veled. This particular phase is a symbolic representation of Dervishes’ journey to reach God. Every single part of the ceremony has its own unique hidden meaning. Get ready to feel emotional and a spiritual uplift by the end of the show.

The Dervish show is a real Mevlevi ritual organized in Cappadocia Dervish House with 5 musician, 5 whirling dervish and the captain of the whirling dervishes. You will have an unforgettable hour thanks to Cappadocia whirling dervish show that will fascinate you with both their dance and costumes. The Whirling Dervish Show have 7 parts that have different meaning each and it is presented in two sessions.