Iconic Konya Mevlana Shab-e-Arus Cappadocia Tour | 1 Night Stay Departing From Istanbul
Night Journey
After picking up our valued guests from the designated departure points, we begin our night journey to Konya Mevlana Şeb-i Arus Cappadocia Tour with our comfortable bus.
Vehicle Departure Points
21:00 - In front of İncirli Dilek Pastry Shop
21:20 - In front of Mecidiyeköy Mado
22:00 - In front of Kadıköy Marriage Office Parking Lot
22:10 – Bostancı Bridge (Direction Ankara)
22:20 - Kartal Bridge (Direction Ankara)
22:40 – Çayırova Mc Donald's
22:50 – Gebze Center Lukoil Petrol Station Front
23:20 – İzmit Intercity Bus Terminal
23:50 – Sakarya Berceste Rest Areas
03:45 – In front of Ankara Aşti Bus Terminal
Food and Accommodation Information:
Dinner: Served at suitable rest areas along the route. (Extra/Optional)
Accommodation: No accommodation provided. Overnight journey by tour bus.
Alaaddin Mosque - Karatay Madrasa - Ince Minareli Madrasa - Green Dome - Mevlana-Şems-i Tebriz Mausoleum - Sema Ceremony
In the morning, after taking a free breakfast on the road, we arrive at central Konya. First, we take a panoramic bus tour around the Alaaddin Mosque, located on Alaeddin Hill and completed by I. Alaeddin Keykubat.
Next, we visit the Karatay Madrasa Tile Works Museum, one of the important examples of Anatolian Seljuk tile craftsmanship, where Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi and his teacher Shams-i Tabrizi gave lessons.
Continuing our tour, we visit the Ince Minareli Madrasa (Stone and Wood Artifacts Museum), built during the reign of Seljuk Sultan II. Izzettin Keykavus by Vizier Sahip Ata Fahreddin Ali for the teaching of Hadith sciences.
As our tour continues, we explore the Mevlana Museum and its surroundings. Here, we visit the Türbe of the Three, the 16-Sided Green Dome (Kubbe-i Hadra), Selimiye Mosque, the Mevlana Mausoleum where Mevlana Hazretleri and his father Sultan-ul Ulema Bahaeddin Veled are buried. Additionally, we have the opportunity to learn about Mevlevi attire, musical instruments, table settings, and the Mevlevi Lodge.
After lunch, we proceed to the Mevlana Cultural Center to watch the Sema Ceremony. Following the Sema Ceremony, we visit the Shams-i Tabrizi Mausoleum, which holds an important place in Mevlana's life.
After our visit, we go to the collection store with guests who wish to view and purchase special Mevlana collections unique to the region. After the free time provided here, we depart from Konya and head towards our hotel in Cappadocia. Dinner and overnight stay will be at our hotel.
Food, Drink, and Accommodation Information:
Breakfast: Will be taken at a point suitable for the tour route. (Extra/Optional)
Lunch: Will be taken at a regional restaurant. (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Will be taken as an open buffet or set menu breakfast at the hotel. (Included in Tour Price)
Accommodation: Cappadocia Region Hotels
Balloon Tour - Pigeon Valley - Uçhisar Castle - Pottery Workshop - Göreme Open-Air Museum - Avanos - Onyx Stone Workshop - H. Bektaş-ı Veli - Elmadağ
Dear guests; we meet with our guests who wish to participate in the balloon tour early in the morning at the hotel lobby and arrange their transfers to the balloon departure point. (Extra)
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to Güvercinlik Valley and Uçhisar Castle, the first stop of our day. After a photo break with panoramic views, we visit a pottery workshop with interested guests to closely observe the pottery art that has been practiced for approximately 5,000 years through the meeting of Kızılırmak River water and the region's clay soil.
After enjoying these pleasant moments here, we visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum, known as "Rocky Göreme" and once an important center of monastic life. Following information from our guide about Christian history and the region's past, we have the opportunity to see important structures such as Elmalı Church, Çarıklı Church, and Yılanlı Church.
Next, we visit the onyx stone processing workshop, where onyx—a stone extracted from the Cappadocia region and belonging to the marble family—is worked on, with interested guests. After receiving information here, we continue our journey towards Hacı Bektaş district via Avanos.
In Hacı Bektaş, we visit the dervish lodge founded by Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli, one of the Horasan saints. After our guide's explanations and our visit, we begin our return journey. We bid farewell to our dear guests after dropping them off at their pickup points, wishing to meet again at another of our events.
Food & Beverage Information:
Breakfast: Buffet or set menu breakfast at the hotel (Included in Tour Price)
Lunch: Will be taken at a suitable restaurant along the tour route (Extra/Optional)
Dinner: Will be taken during free time on the route (Extra/Optional)
Accommodation: Return day. No accommodation provided.
Child Discount and Circular Rules
Child discount is valid for the 7–12 age range.
The tour circular is valid as of 22.09.2026, the date it was published. Subsequent circulars published for the same tour on later dates invalidate previous circulars.
Mandatory additional services are included in the tour price.
Important Information Regarding Flight Tours
- In flight tours, all operations related to flights are subject to the airline contract terms.
- Cancellation insurance does not cover air travel.
- A tiered pricing system is applied; advertised prices start from the lowest class.
- Economy class flights are used in flight tour programs.
- Flight tickets are issued for round trips. If the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also becomes invalid due to airlines' "sequential use" rule. Therefore, participation in the return flight only is not possible.
Museum – Archaeological Site – National Park Entries
All museum, archaeological site, and national park entry fees are the responsibility of the guests. Guests may obtain a Museum Card from sales points before or during the tour to benefit at museums and sites where the Museum Card is valid.
Packaged Price Coverage
Our package tour prices include hotel accommodation, transportation, and guided tours specified in the program.
Rest Stops
Rest stops are provided at rest facilities along the route. Due to congestion, renovation, or other compelling reasons, rest stop locations may be changed, provided they are equivalent in terms of service quality and location.
Extra Tours and Program Flow
Night tours and extra excursions included in the tour program are organized based on the number of participants and the availability of staff. Extra tours conducted along the route may take place even if not all guests participate. Guests who do not wish to join an extra tour will be directed by our guide to rest areas before city entrances or to city centers. In such cases, guests who agree to wait at the rest area are considered to have participated in the tour.
Due to weather conditions, road status, or similar reasons, the guide may make changes to the program sequence (within-day visit points or between days) if deemed necessary.
Go-Turkey cannot be held responsible for points that are part of the program but cannot be visited due to compelling reasons (weather conditions, road status, congestion at visit points, etc.) or because guests fail to adhere to the timing given by the guide.
Health Declaration
Guests must carry medical reports and information regarding any health issues they may experience during the tour, pregnancy status, or medications they continuously use.
Accommodation Information
The hotel names specified in the program are priority accommodations. Changes to hotels may be made depending on availability. At the latest 48 hours before the tour departure, upon request, accommodation details will be shared with guests. In case of hotel changes due to congestion or compelling reasons, provided standards remain the same, guests will be informed by Go-Turkey authorities.
Important Notes
- In flight tours, flight delays may occur due to congestion.
- Night tours are extra and are organized based on participation.
Vehicles Used
Tour vehicles are planned according to the number of participants as follows:
Bus (28–46 people):
Mercedes Travego / Tourismo, Neoplan Cityliner / Tourliner, Mitsubishi Safir
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, kitchen unit, reading lamps, announcement system, CD/DVD)
Minibus (17–27 people):
Isuzu Turkuaz
(ABS, ASR, air conditioning, monitor, refrigerator, announcement system)
Mini-bus (up to 16 people):
VW Volt, VW Volt EL, Mercedes Sprinter, Mercedes Sprinter EL
(Special design reclining seats, ABS, ASR, air conditioning, refrigerator, announcement system)
Suggestions
- Clothing and footwear suitable for the geographical structure and weather conditions of the tour region should be chosen.
- It is recommended to bring necessary charging equipment for photo and video shooting.
- Do not forget regularly used medications; allergic, chronic, or hereditary conditions should be reported to the guide.
- Personal care products, backpacks, and personal items that will make the journey enjoyable should be carried with you.
- In programs featuring boat tours and swimming breaks; bringing swimsuits, towels, sunscreen, and similar sea equipment is recommended.
The tour program and explanations above have been originally prepared by Go-Turkey. They may not be copied, reproduced, or published without permission. The program has been prepared in accordance with Law No. 6502 on the Protection of Consumers and should be evaluated as a whole.
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