Guided Tours

Traditional Kebab Dinner with Whirling Dervish Ceremony & Guided Tour of Old Town

A female guide giving direction to tourist during Guided Tour of Old Town

View of the Kebab getting skewed in old town

Experience the beauty of Istanbul with traditional kebabs, a guided tour of the Old City, and a Dervish ceremony that may get you close to heaven.

Highlights

Gorge on some mouth-watering kebabs for dinner, followed by a breathtaking Whirling Dervish ceremony, and a guided tour in the heart of Old Istanbul.
Let the rich aroma of sizzling meats and warm bread fill your senses and allow you to immerse yourself in the rich culinary heritage of Istanbul.
Witness the soul-changing beauty of a Whirling Dervish ceremony with the Semazens moving gracefully to live Sufi music.
End your night by going on a guided tour of Istanbul’s Old Town, home to iconic landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
Fun fact: The Whirling Dervish celebrates a nine-day festival in December at Konya in honor of Rumi, the founder of this form of physical meditation.

Inclusions

2-hour guided tour of Old Town
60-minute Dervish ceremony

Exclusions

Traditional kebab dinner (at an additional cost)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Ready yourself for an unforgettable evening in old Istanbul

Istanbul has always been a land rich in history, culture, and food. What better way to experience it all than with a night out in the Old City? Start your evening at a cozy Turkish restaurant where you can munch on gob-smacking kebabs along with a delicious array of savory dips, bright salads, and straight-from-the-oven bread.

Get to experience centuries of Sufi mysticism

After a filling dinner, make your way to a spectacular Dervish ceremony. Dressed in white robes and Sikke heat, watch the Semazans go into a meditative trance as they whirl in unison. Accompanied by live traditional Sufi music, let yourself get carried to a state of indescribable bliss.

Get lost in the timeless beauty of Old Istanbul

With an expert guide at the forefront, get transported to an era long gone in the streets of Old City. Explore landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia, a dazzling mosque that was originally built as a church in the Byzantine Empire and Dolmabahçe Palace, the largest monoblock palace in Turkey. With a delicious dinner, a lovely Dervish show, and history surrounding you, rest assured this experience will truly leave a lasting impression on you forever.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed at the venue.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Tourist Information center.
Address: Hoca Paşa, Hoca Paşa Mh. İstasyon Arkası Sk. No: PK:34110, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye.
Landmark: Located at the Marmaray Train Station, across the Sirkeci Tram Station.

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