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Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony with Live Music

Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony with Live Music

Experience a Whirling Dervish ceremony in Istanbul and discover the history and spiritual meaning of the Mevlevi Order. Listen to live Turkish and Persian music with traditional instruments.
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  • Experience a mesmerizing Whirling Dervish ceremony in Istanbul
  • Discover the history and spiritual meaning of the Mevlevi Order
  • Listen to live Turkish and Persian music with traditional instruments
  • Learn about the Sufi whirling ritual and its centuries-old traditions
  • Enjoy a drink or snack at your own expense after the performance
Ticket to Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
1 hour Sema Performance
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Pickup and Drop-off
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Arrival:
Arrive a little early to explore the exhibition about the Mevlevi Order.
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19:00-
Sema Ceremony:
Approx. 1-hour traditional Sufi whirling ritual with live Turkish and Persian music (flute, cymbals, kettledrum).
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After the Show:
Relax at the venue; drinks and snacks available at your own expense.

Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony with Live Music

Experience a Whirling Dervish ceremony in Istanbul and discover the history and spiritual meaning of the Mevlevi Order. Listen to live Turkish and Persian music with traditional instruments.

Arrive at the venue a little early to explore the exhibition about the Mevlevi Order before the ceremony begins. Then take your seat for an approximately one-hour presentation of the traditional Sufi whirling ritual. Watch the performers move to live Turkish and Persian music played on traditional instruments, including the flute, cymbals, and kettledrum. After the performance, take time to relax at the venue and enjoy a drink or snack, available at your own expense, before concluding your visit.

Location: Istanbul, Turkey

Duration: 1 hour

How to get there: Our host will be waiting for you to take you to the show venue (exact meeting details are shared after booking).

Free cancellation: cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

  • Not allowed: Flash photography, Video recording.
  • Meeting / pickup: Our host will be waiting for you to take you to the show venue (exact meeting details are shared after booking).
  • Free cancellation: cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
  • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time, and no-shows, are not refundable.
  • If the activity is cancelled by us (e.g. weather or official closure), you can choose a new date or receive a full refund.
  • Eligible refunds are returned to your original payment method within 7 working days.
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