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Istanbul: Private Tour with Dervish Ceremony

By TourThese
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿7,022 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Discover the architectural wonder Hagia Sophia
  • Admire the elegant domes and stunning İznik tiles of this iconic Ottoman mosque
  • Visit Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground marvel of Byzantine engineering
  • Learn about Istanbul’s history, religions, and traditions from a local expert.
  • Witness a captivating spiritual ritual that reflects the mystical side of Sufism

Activity location

    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye | Tour guide will be waiting in front of German Fountain. (Alman Çeşmesi)
    • Sultan Ahmet, İstanbul, Türkiye

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Istanbul: Private Tour with Dervish Ceremony

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
฿7,021.91 x 1 Adult฿7,021.91
Total
Price is ฿7,021.91
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What's included, what's not

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    Licensed, professional private guide 100% private tour (exclusively for you and your group)
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    Carefully planned private route in the Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet area Dervish ceremony with a brief introduction beforehand
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    Story-driven, symbolic, and spiritual-themed guided narration
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    Visits to hidden courtyards and quiet streets, away from the crowds
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    Flexible pace and content, tailored to guest preferences
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    Full organisation and reservation coordination
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    Lunch and personal expenses
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    Transport and driver service (available upon request at an additional cost)
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off (unless selected as an extra)
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    Transport

What you can expect

Experience the best of Istanbul on a full-day private guided tour, designed to take you through the city’s most iconic and historically rich landmarks. Begin your journey with a visit to the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has served as a church, mosque, and now a museum. Continue to the Blue Mosque, famed for its stunning blue İznik tiles and majestic domes, standing as a symbol of Ottoman grandeur.

Descend into the Basilica Cistern, one of the city's most atmospheric sites, where ancient columns rise from the still waters beneath Istanbul's streets, offering a mysterious glimpse into the city’s Roman past. As you stroll through the Old City, your expert private guide will share fascinating stories, legends, and cultural insights that bring each site vividly to life.

To complete your cultural journey, witness the enchanting Whirling Dervish ceremony, a spiritual performance rooted in the Sufi tradition. This poetic and mesmerising ritual offers a deeper understanding of Istanbul’s spiritual soul and leaves a lasting impression. This exclusive experience blends history, architecture, and tradition into an unforgettable day in one of the world’s most extraordinary cities.

Location

Activity location

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    • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye | Tour guide will be waiting in front of German Fountain. (Alman Çeşmesi)
    • Sultan Ahmet, İstanbul, Türkiye