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1 day(s)
Private
1-40 people
easy
Explore the Spiritual Heart of Turkey – Konya!
Join our full-day tour from Ankara to Konya, the spiritual center of Turkey and the home of Mevlana Rumi and the Whirling Dervishes. Discover the city's rich history, deep-rooted Islamic culture, and stunning Seljuk architecture on this unforgettable journey.
Duration
1 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-40 people
Tour Code
DKTFA
Departure Type
scheduled
Tour Category
City Sightseeing
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99

Ankara
07:30
Ankara
20:30
Pick-Up & Departure
✔ Pick-up Time: Between 07:00 – 07:30 AM from your hotel in Ankara
City Center.
✔ Drive Duration: Around 3.5 hours to Konya, with a scenic
road trip and comfort break.
✔ Arrival Time: Approximately 11:00 AM.
Stop 1: Mevlana Museum & Mausoleum
✔ Visit the Mevlana Museum, the final resting place of Jalaluddin
Rumi (Mevlana), one of the world's most famous Sufi poets and
philosophers.
✔ Admire the beautiful turquoise dome, an iconic symbol of Konya.
✔ Learn about Sufism, Rumi’s teachings, and the history of the Whirling
Dervishes.
✔ Explore ancient manuscripts, artifacts, and Rumi’s personal belongings.
Stop 2:
Selimiye Mosque
✔ A stunning 16th-century Ottoman mosque located next to the Mevlana
Museum.
✔ Built by Sultan Selim II, this mosque is an architectural
masterpiece.
✔ A perfect place to admire Ottoman-era Islamic art and design.
Stop 3: Local
Lunch Break
✔ Enjoy a delicious traditional Konya-style lunch at a local
restaurant.
✔ Try Konya’s famous dishes like Etli Ekmek (Turkish-style pizza) and
Fırın Kebabı (slow-cooked lamb kebab).
✔ Vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.
Stop 4: Alaeddin Hill & Alaeddin Mosque
✔ Visit the Alaeddin Mosque, the oldest and most significant Seljuk-era
mosque in Konya.
✔ Enjoy panoramic views of Konya from Alaeddin Hill, a perfect
photography spot.
✔ Discover the Seljuk Palace ruins, once home to powerful Seljuk
Sultans.
Stop 5: Karatay Madrasa & Tile Museum
✔ Visit this 13th-century Islamic school turned museum.
✔ See the magnificent Seljuk tilework and Quranic calligraphy.
✔ Learn about the philosophy and education system of the Seljuks.
Stop 6:
Sille Village (Optional Stop)
✔ Explore this charming historical village known for its Greek and
Turkish heritage.
✔ Visit the Aya Eleni Church, built in the 4th century AD.
✔ Enjoy a tea break by the riverside and explore local handicrafts.
Departure & Return to Ankara
✔ 4:30 PM: Depart from Konya.
✔ 8:30 PM: Arrive back at your hotel in Ankara.
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Pick up from your hotel in Konya
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking
coach
Return Transfer to your hotel in Konya
Guided Konya City Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
International or Domestic flights
Insurance: All types
Personal
expenses: Lunch, Extras at hotel or additional meals
Tipping:
Tips for guides and drivers
Breakfast & Dinner