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Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes & Sufi Dance Tickets

Name: Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes & Sufi Dance Tickets
Start: 2025-12-17T19:00:00
End: 2025-12-17T20:00:00
Location: Istanbul

Whirling Dervishes performing in Istanbul with musicians in the background.

Whirling Dervishes performing traditional dance in Turkey with musicians in the background.

Whirling Dervish in traditional attire performing in a dimly lit setting.

Whirling Dervishes performing in a cultural ceremony.

持续时间

1 hr

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4.4/5

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Ramnik

Nov 2025

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5/5

Amazing authentic show with the explanation before the performance really enhancing the experience. The music and visuals were also stunning. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Also it was fantastic that this was a not for profit NGO dedicated to providing scholarships for students. Can't recommend this highly enough.

Heike

Sep 2025

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4/5

Die Musiker und die Tänzer waren wirklich ausgezeichnet. Das Personal war gerade am Schluss der Vorstellung unfreundlich. Wir wurden förmlich aus dem Raum herausgetrieben. Meiner Frau wurde der Stuhl weggenommen , damit sie schnell auf die Straße ging. So geht man nicht mit Gästen um.

Thomas

Aug 2025

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5/5

I loved the live music and the absence of microphones! It was a fantastic and intimate experience. I would only suggest perhaps that the lighting be slightly dimmed for the dances, helping achieve a meditative experience for the audience. Breathtaking!! Thank you!!

Experience the spiritual Mevlevi Sema ritual as whirling dervishes perform their centuries-old meditation through music and movement.

Immerse yourself in Turkish culture with live traditional music accompanying this UNESCO-recognized ceremony.

Watch the ritual in a historic setting near Istanbul’s iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet.

Upgrade your ticker to include a traditional Turkish dinner or even a Bosphorus cruise showcasing the city's famed shoreline.

Fun fact: The dervishes’ continuous turning symbolizes a journey from the earthly world toward divine love and inner harmony.

Whirling Dervishes show in Sultahmet Area/Hagia Sophia Area(as per option selected)

Mevlevi Sema ceremony

90-minute Bosphorus cruise (as per option selected)

Audio guide in 10 languages (as per option selected)

Local traditional drink (tea or sherbet) and water (as per option selected)

Food & drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Rustam
Dec 2025
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5/5
Today witnessing the dervish show in Istanbul felt spiritual and hypnotic, a beautiful blend of tradition, music, and calm that will stay with me long after
Angela
Dec 2025
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5/5
Experiencia memorable , buena iluminación y acústica . Y además con tu entrada financias becas para estudiantes. Muy recomendable
Ramnik
Nov 2025
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5/5
Amazing authentic show with the explanation before the performance really enhancing the experience. The music and visuals were also stunning. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Also it was fantastic that this was a not for profit NGO dedicated to providing scholarships for students. Can't recommend this highly enough.
Desreaux
Nov 2025
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5/5
La mise en scène et les explication donnée antérieurement à la prestation des derviches tourneurs était très complète et enrichissante.
Gloria
Nov 2025
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5/5
Bella. esperienza, comodo da.raggiungere, all'inizio viene spiegata tutta la cerimonia che rende comprensibile quel.che accade

Experience the Mevlevi Sema ritual, a spiritual whirling ceremony enriched with live Turkish music and deep cultural tradition.

Getting started

Arrive at the venue early to secure your spot and complete any entry checks smoothly. Keep your ticket ready and note that large bags aren’t permitted. Depending on the venue, seating may fill quickly, so early arrival helps ensure a clear view of the ceremony.

What to expect

Mevlevi Sema ritual

The Sema is a centuries-old ritual of the Mevlevi Order, rooted deeply in Turkey’s spiritual and artistic heritage. It reflects the dervish’s journey toward inner harmony and divine love, expressed through a mix of prayer, poetry, movement, and traditional Turkish music.

Duration

Expect a 1–3 hour experience, depending on your ticket type.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

It is allowed to bring baggage to the venue.

Photography is allowed, but skip the flash to respect the dervishes’ spiritual practice.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.