Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show – Traditional Sufi Sema Ceremony Experience
Descripción General
Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show – Traditional Sufi Sema Ceremony Experience
The Sema ceremony of the Whirling Dervishes is one of Turkey's most distinctive spiritual traditions and is recognised by UNESCO. At a selected venue in central Istanbul you watch the dervishes perform to live traditional Sufi music, in a ritual inspired by the teachings of Mevlana Rumi.
The performance lasts about one hour. Your admission ticket and reserved seat are arranged in advance, and an English-speaking assistant is on hand. It is a calm and memorable way to learn about Turkey's spiritual heritage.
Información del Tour
Itinerario
Istanbul Whirling Dervish Show: Traditional Sufi Sema Ceremony
Performances usually run from 18:00 to 19:00 or from 19:30 to 20:30, depending on the venue and the season. The final show time, meeting point and venue are sent to you after your booking is confirmed.
- Arrival and seating: please arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes before the ceremony. After the ticket check you are shown to your seat and given a short introduction to the meaning of the Sema ritual.
- Sufi music: the evening opens with traditional Sufi music and spiritual preparations.
- Sema ceremony: the Whirling Dervishes perform the ceremony, which represents a spiritual journey inspired by Mevlana Rumi.
- End of the ceremony: after about one hour the ceremony ends and you are free to leave or continue exploring Istanbul.
Notas Importantes
Prices
- Adult: from $60
$75 - Child: from $49
$75
Good to know
- Tour Type: Cultural Experience, Sufi Ceremony
- Transfers: Optional Hotel Pickup and Drop-off (Not Included)
- Guide: English-Speaking Assistant
- Departure From: Central Istanbul Meeting Point
Notes
Show times and meeting locations vary with the venue and the date of your reservation; final details are shared after booking confirmation. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the ceremony begins.
Incluidos y No Incluidos
- ✓Admission Ticket to the Whirling Dervish Show
- ✓Traditional Sufi Sema Ceremony
- ✓Reserved Seating
- ✓1-Hour Cultural Experience
- ✓English-Speaking Assistant
- ✓Todos los Impuestos Locales y Gastos de Servicio
- ✕Recogida y Devolución en el Hotel
- ✕Comida y Bebidas
- ✕Gastos Personales
- ✕Propinas y Gratificaciones
- ✕Professional Photography
- ✕Additional Services Not Mentioned
Política de Cancelación
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.

























