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Turkey · WHIRLING DERVISHES AND TURKISH NIGHTS

Whirling Dervishes in Turkey: 15 Ceremonies and Evenings

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The sema is a religious ceremony of the Mevlevi order with a set form, not a floor show, and the halls that hold it properly ask for silence and no photography. Turkish-night dinners with folk dancing are a separate kind of evening. This page says plainly which each listing is, where it is held and how long it lasts.

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - What You Eat On Board: Turkish Menu Breakdown

1.Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,127 reviews · from $34Our pick

Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with unlimited soft drinks, Turkish night show, and night views of palaces, bridges, and Maiden’s Tower.

“An unforgettable experience on the Bosphorus! The dinner cruise was truly magical! The hotel pick-up service was punctual and convenient, and once on board we were warmly welcomed. The dinner was delicious and plentiful, with unlimited soft drinks and the option to enjoy two alcoholic beverages. The live show, with traditional dances and a DJ, created a fun and lively atmosphere. We also really appreciated the availability of vegetarian, pescatarian, and halal meal options. The nighttime view of Istanbul from the water is something we’ll never forget. Highly recommended!Read more”

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Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition - Inside the ceremony: how the hour actually plays out

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema

Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema - Arriving early at Hoca Rüstem Medrese and choosing your seat

3.Istanbul: Whirling Dervishes Ceremony and Mevlevi Sema

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,694 reviews · 1 hour · from $23

See the Mevlevi Sema whirling dervish ritual at Hoca Rüstem Medrese in Istanbul, with live music, tea, and an English audio guide.

“A mesmerising experience from start to finish. The music and whirling dervishes had us all captivated. A short introduction to the experience would have been beneficial, so we had a greater understanding of the ceremony. Very talented musicians and something not to miss whilst in Istanbul.”

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Istanbul: Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance Show

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance Show - Folk Dances From Anatolia, With a Modern Choreography Twist

Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience

Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience - Bosphorus sights from the water: Maiden’s Tower, fortresses, and palaces

5.Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise: Live Folk Dance & DJ Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,437 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36

Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with hotel pickup, Turkish buffet, live folk dances and DJ, passing Maiden's Tower.

“Very enjoyable with cheaper price. Food and soft drinks were outstanding. 10 out of 10. I recommend Viator should be considered first whenever any tourist thinks about Dinner Cruise 🎈🎉 We are from Dhaka, Bangladesh.”

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Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks

Turkish Night at Cave Restaurant with Dinner and Unlimited Drinks - The dinner: what you eat, and what to watch for

Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony next to Hagia Sophia

Istanbul: Whirling Dervish Ceremony next to Hagia Sophia - The 55 minutes of Sema: what happens before, during, and after

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show - What You Eat On Board: Turkish Menu Breakdown

ISTANBUL: Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus with Turkish night show

ISTANBUL: Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus with Turkish night show - The Meet Point in Beyoğlu and the Real Deal on Timing

9.ISTANBUL: Dinner Cruise On The Bosphorus with Turkish night show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 772 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Bosphorus dinner cruise in Istanbul with Turkish night show, three-course meal, unlimited soft drinks, and lit-bridge views for 3 hours.

“Transportation promised to do hotel pickup but wr actually had to walk to a nearby bus station and join a hot and crowded bus. The cruise was OK but alot of confusion about what pkge we purchased. The servers brought our appetizers out last they said because we were "silver" even though I showed them my ticked said gold, she didn't speak much English. Our table was close to the dance floor so it turned out OK in the end. I would not recommend this company.”

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Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition - Inside the ceremony: how the hour actually plays out

10.Istanbul Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 503 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32

Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul: a one-hour, English-friendly ceremony with an exhibition, booklet, and preassigned seats.

“The information provided in the exhibits outside the ceremony space and in the video and slides throughout were helpful to better understand what we were witnessing. It is not something that I would recommend to people who are easily bored with repetitive movements. For me that was part of what made it so impressive. The discipline, commitment and dedication to that level of focus and physical activity was inspiring.”

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Istanbul Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience

Istanbul: Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience - Meeting at Sirkeci: A Simple Start, No Headaches

11.Istanbul Traditional Turkish Dinner and Dervish Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 490 reviews · 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106

Whirling Dervishes, street-food snacks, and unlimited kebab dinner with private drop-off in Istanbul. 3.5 hours, $106.

“Excellent tour with Zeynep. All arrangements were communicated very clearly before the tour. The dervish experience was fantastic and the meal delicious. Excellent transport to hotel area afterwards”

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Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Folk Dance and Live Performances

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Folk Dance and Live Performances - Pickup from the European side, and the timing reality in Istanbul

12.Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Folk Dance and Live Performances

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 384 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

Istanbul Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish folk dance show, dinner, soft drinks, and night views of palaces, bridges, and fortresses.

“Our driver was the only good thing during this tour. He was friendly and on time. The view during the cruise is awesome however, the food is terrible and the service not to par. I suggest eating before coming to this tour. Expect old bread and mushy salad. Do not recommend. There are excellent places in Istanbul to eat.”

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Göreme: Dinner and Folk Show at a Cave Restaurant

Göreme: Dinner and Folk Show at a Cave Restaurant - Dinner and Unlimited Drinks, What’s Included and What to Watch

13.Göreme: Dinner and Folk Show at a Cave Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 302 reviews · from $62

Enjoy dinner and a Turkish Nights folk show in a Göreme cave restaurant, with pickup, unlimited drinks, and audience belly dance moments.

“The guide Ozan was great and awesome. We had great time at turkish night and would recommend others to go for it as the night had some great dancers and music. The food was ok but all type of drinks were available.”

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Istanbul Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance Show

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance Show - Folk Dances From Anatolia, With a Modern Choreography Twist

14.Istanbul Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 300 reviews · 1 hour 5 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Prebook the Istanbul Hodjapasha Rhythm of The Dance show, a lively 15th-century hamam performance with folklore, belly dance, and live music.

“We enjoy the show a lot, beautiful dances. The costoms were amazingly beautiful! A lot of fun! Highly recommend!”

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Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes ceremony

Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes ceremony - Where you go matters: Motif Kültür Merkezi and being away from central Göreme

15.Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

See the Sema Whirling Dervishes in Cappadocia, with a short guide talk, included Serbet, and convenient transfers for about one hour.

“Have to sit quietly for a long time. It’s more of a religious ceremony and this gets a bit tiring after sometime.”

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