Sufism and Konya Private Tour from Cappadocia
Konya
Duration
1 Day
Tour Type
Cappadocia Tours
Location
Cappadocia
Overview
Sufism is a mystical Islamic belief system, with a focus on personal experience of God and spiritual growth through meditation and spiritual practices. Rumi is a 13th-century Persian poet, theologian, and Sufi mystic whose teachings and poetry have had a profound influence on Sufism and on Islamic literature and culture as a whole. Konya is a city in central Turkey that was once the capital of the Seljuk Empire and is now considered an important center for Sufism.
The Konya Tour from Cappadocia offers visitors the opportunity to explore the city's rich cultural and spiritual history, including the opportunity to visit the Mevlana Museum, which is dedicated to Rumi and his teachings. The tour also includes visits to other historical and cultural sites in Konya, including the Mausoleum of the Seljuk sultans and the Karatay Medrese, a former Islamic theological school.
Places to visit
- Sultanhani Caravanserai
- Museum and tomb of Mevlana
- Alaaddin Mosque
- Shams-i Tabrizi Tomb and Mosque
- Konya Panorama Museum
What to expect
- This tour is a one-day tour. It starts in Cappadocia in the morning and ends at your Cappadocia hotel in the evening.
- This tour includes ground transfers, museum entrance tickets, lunch and professional guidance services.
- If you would like to book this tour with a Spanish or Portuguese speaking guide, please select this option when booking
- This is a private tour. Only you and your loved ones will join the tour.
- The itinerary of private tours is extremely flexible. You can change the route of the tour according to your wishes and set the start and end times.
- At the end of this tour, you are expected to be at your hotel in Istanbul around 9.00 pm.
Pricing Information
According to the number of people participating in the tour, the total price is discounted. The total discount amount appears on the checkout page.
- 3 to 4 people - 10% discount
- 5 to 6 people - 15% discount
- 7 to 8 people - 20% discount
- 9 to 10 people - 25% discount
If you are solo traveler, please contact us for our most reasonable offers.
Cancellation policy
To receive a full refund, travelers can cancel up to 24 hours prior to the start date of the experience in local Istanbul time. No refunds will be granted after that time.(In the cancellation policy, the start time of the tour is at 9 am).
Included/Excluded
Professional, licensed guide
Transportation with modern A/C vehicles
Lunch and soft drinks
Skip the line admission tickets to museums
All taxes
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)
Itinerary
Hotel pick up
Hotel pick up
Your guide and driver will be ready at hotel for day tour at 08:30. We will head towards Konya.
Sultanhani Caravanserai
Sultanhani Caravanserai
After driving 1,5 hours, our first stop will be Sultanhanı Caravansarai which is one of the best preserved Caravan stop built up by Seljuk Turks on the silk road in central anatolia.
Tomb of Mevlana
Tomb of Mevlana
Mevlana is one of the most important sufi philosopher and mystic poet of Islam. His dervish school and tomb has been used as museum since 1926.
Panorama Konya Museum
Panorama Konya Museum
Konya Panorama Museum, which is the first museum that tells about the life and milestones of Mevlana, also tells about the 13th century of Konya
Alaaddin Hill and Mosque
Alaaddin Hill and Mosque
The Alaaddin Mosque was once part of the Seljuk Palace built in the Mid 12th to 13th-century and lies at the very heart of the city. Over the centuries many changes have been made to the mosque and the main façade of today was built during the reign of Kaykaus 1 in 1219. And there are 8 tombs of Seljuk kings there.
Shams-i Tabrizi Tomb and Mosque
Shams-i Tabrizi Tomb and Mosque
Semsi Tabrizi was a wandering nomadic dervish who in 1244 came to Konya and met Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi it was here the two mystics became friends and spiritual companions. Rumi spent more and more time with Semsi calling him his sun of shining light.
Return to Cappadocia or Konya Airport
Return to Cappadocia or Konya Airport
According to your preference, we take you back to Cappadocia or Konya Airport or your hotel.
Travel Styles
Cultural
Independent
Special Interest
Sightseeing
Private Transportation
Hotel pick up - drop off
Daily Tours
Luxury Tour
Deals & Discounts
Free Cancellation
Private Tours
Duration
Day tours
FAQs
What time will we be picked up from our hotel in Cappadocia?
It depends on your wish, as it is a private tour just for you, but we recommend that you pick you up at 08:00 am.
Lunch is included in the price?
Yes, traditional Turkish lunch and soft drinks included in the price.
How many people will participate in the tour?
This is a private tour. Only you and your group will join.
Are museum tickets included in the price?
Yes, the tickets to all the museums specified in the tour itinerary are included in the price.
Which phone number should we call if we want to contact you?
Our phone number +905320507933
You can text us or call us via WhatsApp, Line, WeChat, Viber and Telegram
I am vegetarian. Is there a vegetarian option for lunch?
Yes, there are vegetarian options available for lunch. Your tour guide will help you with this.
How long does it take from Cappadocia to Konya by private car?
There are 200 km in total, it takes approximately 3 hours by private transport.
Tour Location
Konya
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