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Full Day Historical Konya Tour From Cappadocia

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5 / 5 total 76 reviews
Duration: 13 to 14 hours
Product code: 5561
Overview

Konya dates back to the period of the Hittites and is also home to the famous whirling dervishes and the Seljuk culture. The tour takes you to:

Mevlana Museum, this complex is home to the properties and works of the 13th-century religious leader and poet Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi.

Mevlana established the whirling dervish sect of Sufism, and the museum’s collection includes their musical instruments, fabrics, calligraphy, carpets and a library. It also houses the tombs of Mevlana, his wife, children and several notable Sufis.

Karatay Tile Museum is a stunning restored 13th-century medrese and is now a tile museum. The inside of the medrese is tiled in enamel blue and white Seljuk tiles, and there is also a superb collection of ceramics.

Ince Minare Museum is a museum that houses a magnificent collection of Seljuk period wood and stone sculptures including animal reliefs from the walls of the city. It was constructed in the 13th century as a medrese and has a beautifully carved portal.

Aladdin Mosque and Palace sits atop a hill in central Konya. It is another example of the 13th-century architecture and is notable in part for the many decorative columns that are inside. At the foot of the hill is where you will find the excavation site of Alaeddin Kaykobad’s palace.

Aziziye Mosque, this is a typical mosque which was initially built in the 17th century but was then restored 200 years later after a fire destroyed it. This later restoration resulted in the mosque being reconstructed in a unique Rococo style which contrasts with others you may see.

Old Bazaar located behind the Mevlana Museum, is a colourful, sprawling, and bustling bazaar which is perfect for wandering, exploring and maybe finding a treasure to take home.

Highlights
  • See the Mevlana Museum who established the whirling dervish sect of Sufism
  • Visit Karatay Tile Museum a stunning restored 13th-century medrese
  • See the Aziziye Mosque that was reconstructed in a unique Rococo style
  • Explore Old Bazaar a colourful, sprawling, and bustling bazaar where you will find many treasures
  • Visit Alaaddin Mosque and Palace that sits atop a hill in Central Konya
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: This is a Private Tour That is Run Exclusively for the Person or Group Who Booked the Tour.
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese
  • Duration Duration: 13 to 14 hours
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick up from your hotel in Cappadocia
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Cut-off TimeCut-off Time
    Available to be booked until 24 hours before the tour starts. We reserve the option to confirm the tour or not due to availability.
Inclusions
  • Cappadocia hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional guide who will show you all the amazing sights of Konya
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • A traditional Turkish lunch
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach
Exclusions
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
Pickup and Drop-off
Pick up from your Cappadocia hotel.

Know Before You Go
  • Please dress appropriately when entering religious sites
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking
  • Please be ready in your hotel reception 15 minutes before your pickup time
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Reviewed by Fam Dorst NL   September 02, 2022
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Na de dans /trance ervaring gezien te hebben van de Mevlana dansers wilde we meer geschiedenis hierover weten.Vandaar dat we deze toer hebben ondernomen.We zijn een ervaring rijker.
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Reviewed by Barbera G IE   August 21, 2022
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A professional informative service with a caring individualised approach that supported in making our spiritual journey in Konya truly amazing.
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Reviewed by Raymund G PH   August 20, 2022
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I very much enjoyed my visit here. Was a great day.
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Reviewed by S Sundah AE   August 19, 2022
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You will appreciate the history better of Konya with a guide. The guide was superb.
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Reviewed by Julia D NL   August 17, 2022
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Veel gehoord over mevlana, en deze toer laat de hele geschiedenis weten en meer.De gids was zeer vriendelijk en verstrekte veel informatie.Echt een mooie indruk wekkende toer.
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Reviewed by Abel O TT   August 16, 2022
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We had the best day on this trip. Finally, we got to see where the beautiful Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi walked and shared his uplifting words. Shopping in the bazaar was my wife and daughters favourite part — well done privatetour.com.
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Reviewed by S Argus GB   August 10, 2022
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The City of Konya, like most cities in the interior of Turkey, is very conservative. It's not a problem, the people are super friendly and curious about why someone would travel so far to see their city and country. Just dress for the day with that in mind.
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Reviewed by Elaine Black GB   August 07, 2022
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I loved this Historical tour. I am a huge fan of Rumi and his poetry. I felt a deep connection when in the museum. Perfect
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Reviewed by L Shami IN   August 05, 2022
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Best trip ever. We were escorted and helped in so many ways.
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Reviewed by Nadia K MA   August 04, 2022
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It was a great day for us with full experiences about the history and local friendly people. I highly recommend to visit the city of Konya.
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