Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience.

Your experience

Attend a Whirling Dervish ceremony paired with an authentic dinner at a 140-year-old restaurant in a small group limited to 10.

Getting started

Meet your guide near Sirkeci Train Station and walk together to the ceremony venue. You’ll receive a brief introduction to Sufism to help you better understand the ritual before taking your seat.

What to expect

Begin with the Mevlevi Sema ceremony, a 60-minute spiritual performance where dervishes whirl in a meditative rhythm accompanied by live Sufi music. The ritual symbolizes a journey toward inner harmony and divine connection. After the ceremony, head to a historic family-run restaurant where you’ll enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner featuring a variety of regional dishes, offering a complete 2.5 hours of cultural experience.

Features

• Sema ceremony: Watch a Whirling Dervish performance rooted in Sufi tradition

• Live Sufi music: Experience traditional music that enhances the spiritual atmosphere

• Small-group setting: Limited to 10 guests for a more intimate experience

• Historic dining venue: Dine at a 140-year-old family-run restaurant

• Authentic Turkish meal: Enjoy kebabs, meze, salads, and künefe